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Seven-storey plans for corner block
7 July 2026

Seven-storey plans for corner block

Plans have been lodged for a 144-unit community housing development in Kallangur, providing affordable homes for local workers, families, seniors and others facing housing stress in Moreton Bay.

New AI system to beat red-light blues
6 July 2026

New AI system to beat red-light blues

Moreton Bay is trialling Australia’s first AI-powered traffic signal system, aiming to reduce red-light wait times, improve traffic flow and ease congestion for motorists.

Water rates rise for Moreton Bay
News / Council
6 July 2026

Water rates rise for Moreton Bay

Moreton Bay residents will pay around $28 more a year for water after Unitywater's 1.6% price increase, while a State Government bulk water price freeze helps ease cost-of-living pressures.

NAIDOC Week celebrations under way
6 July 2026

NAIDOC Week celebrations under way

NAIDOC Week celebrations are underway across Moreton Bay, with community events, cultural activities and Council support recognising 50 years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, connection and achievement.

Why green bins are going red
News / Council
6 July 2026

Why green bins are going red

Moreton Bay green bins, used for general waste, are being replaced with red lids as part of a statewide program to improve waste collection, recycling and consistency.

A Local’s Guide to Burpengary with Simmone Gabriel
News / Local
6 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.

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Make a difference on National Tree Day
News / Local
22 July 2025

Make a difference on National Tree Day

More than 150 volunteers are expected to help plant 4000 native trees, shrubs and vines on National Tree Day this weekend. Here are the details and how to get involved.

Priority list for buyback scheme
News / Local
21 July 2025

Priority list for buyback scheme

More environmentally sensitive land is to be bought for conservation and restoration by Moreton Bay City Council.

Dramatic finish to "amazing" pro-am
News / Local
21 July 2025

Dramatic finish to "amazing" pro-am

History was made in the $90,000 Optilease Redcliffe Pro-Am with four players teeing-up in the tournament’s first play-off.

New name for historic site
News / Local
21 July 2025

New name for historic site

A prime 460-hectare development area is to be renamed as Moreton Bay City Council looks to “reset and refocus” for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Post backed for Council byelection
News / Local
21 July 2025

Post backed for Council byelection

Voters in the Moreton Bay City Council byelection are set to elect a new councillor for Division 11 by post - not at polling booths.

Funding boost to help waterways
News / Local
20 July 2025

Funding boost to help waterways

More than $4.8 million funding has been secured to restore and revitalise key waterways in the Moreton Bay region.

Boaties warned of safety crackdown
News / Local
19 July 2025

Boaties warned of safety crackdown

Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) has launched a three-month safety crackdown in Pumicestone Passage. Here are the details.

Fans revel in magnificent seven
News / Local
18 July 2025

Fans revel in magnificent seven

Dolphins' drive towards finals football continued at Suncorp Stadium last night - and how their fans loved it.

EKKA public holiday date for Moreton Bay
News / Local
18 July 2025

EKKA public holiday date for Moreton Bay

City of Moreton Bay residents counting down to the 2025 EKKA public holiday can now also mark next year’s date on the calendar. Here are the details.

Safety boost at busy junction
News / Local
18 July 2025

Safety boost at busy junction

Upgrades to a busy intersection at Mango Hill have now been finished. Here’s what the changes mean for road users.