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Keeping promise to Annalise
A special Ladies Who Long Lunch at Redcliffe Leagues Club will honour Annalise Zoubakin, raising funds for Cancer Council and Redcliffe Hospital this Daffodil Day.
Council’s year - in figures
City of Moreton Bay has revealed its 2025-26 results, with millions of library visits, thousands of potholes repaired, new parks opened and record community services delivered.
Meet the speakers behind the next Ladies Who Long Lunch
Three remarkable Moreton Bay women are to form the Empowerment Panel at next month’s Ladies Who Long Lunch in Scarborough.
A Local’s Guide to Burpengary with Simmone Gabriel
Discover Burpengary through the eyes of local business owner Simmone Gabriel, who shares her favourite cafés, restaurants and hidden gems while reflecting on the suburb’s rapid growth and strong community spirit.
Moreton Bay shops make Queensland’s top 10
Two Moreton Bay businesses, Lawnton Country Markets and VC Fruit Market, have been recognised among Queensland’s top 10 independent fruit and vegetable retailers for quality produce and outstanding customer service.
Robo pets help those with dementia
City of Moreton Bay libraries have introduced robotic companion pets and dementia-friendly programs to reduce loneliness, support wellbeing and help people living with dementia stay connected.
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Kirralee’s back in green and gold
Kirralee Hayes has returned to the Dolphins team for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, competing in S13 50m and 100m freestyle, after a break from swimming and is aiming to improve on her 2022 bronze medal performance.
The Lakes Knights named club of year - three times
The Lakes Knights have achieved a national hat-trick, winning Brisbane North, Queensland and Australia’s Community Cricket Club of the Year after rapid growth, strong volunteer support, and rising participation across Moreton Bay.
Try dragon boating with Snappies
Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons are inviting survivors and supporters to a come-and-try dragon boating session on June 13 at Talobilla Park, celebrating community, resilience and breast cancer awareness through sport and connection.
70 Years of Being ‘Seasoned with Care’: How Meals on Wheels Keeps Moreton Bay Moving
The 70th anniversary of Meals on Wheels community meal delivery is being marked across Queensland. Each year, over 180,000 meals are delivered in Moreton Bay. Learn how volunteers, hub services, and wellbeing checks support thousands of locals under the “Seasoned with Care” program.
Salute to our unsung heroes
National Volunteer Week (May 18–24) shines a spotlight on Moreton Bay’s thousands of volunteers, from Bushcare and environment centres to disaster management and SES teams, recognising their vital role in strengthening the community.
Kids put best foot forward for National Walk Safely to School Day
Pupils at Bellmere State School will take part in National Walk Safely to School Day on May 22, featuring fun safety checkpoints and activities. Led by the Pedestrian Council of Australia, it promotes health, safety, active travel and classroom focus.
New name, same legacy: Northpine Adventist College enters its next chapter
Northpine Adventist College may be a new name in Moreton Bay - but the integrity and values of one of our oldest schools are well known.
“Pretty crazy” Games call-up for Jye
Brendale boxer Jye Dixon has been named in Australia’s 2026 Commonwealth Games team. The 21-year-old from All Star Boxing Academy in Lawnton will make his debut in Glasgow after a strong national and international amateur boxing career.
Home of the Month: Six generations of memories
Discover the story behind Banyandah, one of Redcliffe’s oldest homes, heading to auction after 99 years in the same family. The renovated 1927 Queenslander at Margate boasts stunning bay views, timeless charm and six generations of holiday memories.
Salute to nurses on International Nurses Day
On International Nurses Day, Deception Bay’s Mark Lister is recognised for nearly 20 years of caring for seniors across Moreton Bay with Carinity Home Care, supporting older residents to live independently with compassion, skill and dignity.
