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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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Work starts on highway site entry
News / Local
7 July 2025

Work starts on highway site entry

Residents and motorists have been warned road work has started beside the Bruce Highway north-bound lanes at Murrumba Downs.

Health Minister on Redcliffe Hospital safety and redevelopment
News / Local
7 July 2025

Health Minister on Redcliffe Hospital safety and redevelopment

More ‘security ambassadors’ will be added to emergency departments at Redcliffe and Caboolture hospitals, bolstering patient and staff safety. Health Minister Tim Nicholls made the announcement at Redcliffe today, also answering questions about the hospital’s redevelopment. Here’s what he said.

State-first swing lands in Moreton Bay
News / Local
7 July 2025

State-first swing lands in Moreton Bay

Queensland’s first public We-Go-Swing has been installed and is now open at a Moreton Bay park.

Join the team at Sesame Lane Care & Kindergarten
News / Work
7 July 2025

Join the team at Sesame Lane Care & Kindergarten

Sesame Lane Care & Kindergarten is growing and so is their amazing team! They are on the lookout for passionate, caring, and dedicated Early Childhood Educators who are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. Find out more.

Major changes to hub plan
News / Local
7 July 2025

Major changes to hub plan

Development plans for a new five-storey "integrated health hub, near Redcliffe Hospital, have changed.

Caboolture first in Roar plans
News / Local
7 July 2025

Caboolture first in Roar plans

Brisbane Roar will launch their 2025-26 pre-season fixtures this month in the Moreton Bay region.

Events to celebrate NAIDOC Week in Moreton Bay
6 July 2025

Events to celebrate NAIDOC Week in Moreton Bay

National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia in the first week of July each year to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Here's what is happening in the City of Moreton Bay.

Unitywater's classroom message
News / Local
5 July 2025

Unitywater's classroom message

Primary students at five Moreton Bay schools have been given a lesson about the importance of saving water - even in wet weather.

Plans and tips for bushfire season
News / Local
4 July 2025

Plans and tips for bushfire season

Moreton Bay firefighters have been put through their paces as the state enters a new bushfire season.

Paving way for "$50m mega-complex"
News / Local
4 July 2025

Paving way for "$50m mega-complex"

Earthworks will start “ramping up” next week on a new $50 million development at Strathpine.