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Keeping promise to Annalise
14 July 2026

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
News / Council
14 July 2026

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
10 July 2026

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
News / Local
8 July 2026

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
8 July 2026

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
8 July 2026

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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Spring Gala Ball back for fifth year
News / Local
11 May 2026

Spring Gala Ball back for fifth year

Tickets are now on sale for one of Moreton Bay’s major fundraisers - the Crew Legal Spring Gala Ball. The fifth gala ball on September 11 will - like its predecessors - support the Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital campaign.

Lucky set to turn back clock
News / Sport
10 May 2026

Lucky set to turn back clock

Lakeisha “Lucky” Patterson and Kirralee Hayes from Moreton Bay have been named in Australia’s Para Swimming team for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, bringing experience, medals and rising talent as they prepare to compete on the world stage.

Nathan’s Giving Day appeal
8 May 2026

Nathan’s Giving Day appeal

Clinical nurse Nathan Andrew urges support for Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital Giving Day on May 21, with all donations doubled to improve palliative care, patient comfort, and family support at Redcliffe Hospital through the RBWH Foundation.

$250,000 win kisses mortgage goodbye
News / Local
8 May 2026

$250,000 win kisses mortgage goodbye

A Warner woman has won $250,000 on a $20 Instant Scratch-Its ticket from Warner Village, celebrating a life-changing prize that will help pay off her mortgage and fund future travel plans.

Getting ‘Reddy’ for fun run
7 May 2026

Getting ‘Reddy’ for fun run

Reddy Fun Run returns June 21 at Pelican Park, Clontarf, with 500+ participants raising funds for Redcliffe Hospital. The event supports vital hospital upgrades and patient care through community donations and running events.

Silver lining for dragon boat John
News / Sport
2 May 2026

Silver lining for dragon boat John

Sandstone Point’s John Butler, 72, helped Queensland claim silver and bronze at the Australian Dragon Boat Championships, narrowly missing gold after a thrilling finish at Lake Kawana.

Caboolture’s alt-rockers unleash a new track
News / Local
1 May 2026

Caboolture’s alt-rockers unleash a new track

The Phosphenes, a young rock band from Caboolture, have released a new single titled DVG.

Sound sleep after landing $1m!
30 Apr 2026

Sound sleep after landing $1m!

An Arana Hills man wins $1 million in Weekday Windfall draw 4696, calling it perfect timing before retirement. The sole division one winner plans his future after the life-changing lotto surprise.

Check-In for Great Mate Panel Chat
28 Apr 2026

Check-In for Great Mate Panel Chat

TGMC’s Night-Time Panel Chat is selling fast ahead of its June 5 event at Club Pine Rivers. Hear Ryan Elsom and Bodie Morris tackle men’s mental health, connection and stigma, with proceeds supporting MISA.

Anzac Day flypasts in Moreton Bay
News / Local
24 Apr 2026

Anzac Day flypasts in Moreton Bay

RAAF Anzac Day flypasts are scheduled, subject to conditions, at five services in the Moreton Bay region tomorrow morning.