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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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Key funding for Olympic venue
News / Local
3 July 2025

Key funding for Olympic venue

Work has started today on securing the goods and services needed for Moreton Bay’s new $205 million Olympic sports centre.

Creating a coastal investment
News / Local
3 July 2025

Creating a coastal investment

Redcliffe, with its relaxed coastal lifestyle, growing infrastructure, and strong sense of community, has quickly become one of South East Queensland’s most desirable places to invest in real estate. The team at Crown Properties explain why it’s a smart investment.

Beautiful You feature: Top five ways to look, feel great
3 July 2025

Beautiful You feature: Top five ways to look, feel great

The secret to looking good and feeling great is actually not a secret, it’s pretty logical when you think about it. Here are our top five tips.

Beautiful You feature: Stress-free senior formals
News / Local
3 July 2025

Beautiful You feature: Stress-free senior formals

The Wardrobe at North Lakes is Moreton Bay’s only one-stop-shop for all things formal, taking the stress out of school formals and other special occasions. Find out more.

Beautiful You feature: Fernwood’s more than a gym
3 July 2025

Beautiful You feature: Fernwood’s more than a gym

Fernwood North Lakes and Morayfield are so much more than fitness centres for women, they are a ‘second home’ where women are encouraged to prioritise themselves in a supportive environment. Find out more.

Teenager faces hooning charges
News / Local
3 July 2025

Teenager faces hooning charges

Moreton South Highway Patrol has seized a Ford Falcon and charged an 18-year-old man after alleged hooning offences in Warner.

Reprieve for homeless group
News / Local
2 July 2025

Reprieve for homeless group

“Rough sleepers” at a site in Kallangur have been given a reprieve by Moreton Bay City Council (MBCC).

Why winter might be the perfect time to sell
2 July 2025

Why winter might be the perfect time to sell

When most people think about selling their home, spring usually comes to mind. But on the Redcliffe Peninsula, winter may actually be one of the smartest times to list your property. Dianne Clarke and Clinton Viertel from Belle Property Redcliffe explain why the cooler months can deliver hot results.

"Connection" key for prize winner
News / Local
2 July 2025

"Connection" key for prize winner

Redcliffe artist Blair Garland has won the Moreton Bay Art Award and explained the “deeply personal” meanings behind her entry Flesh and Blood 2025.

Discounted desexing for Moreton Bay pet owners
News / Local
2 July 2025

Discounted desexing for Moreton Bay pet owners

RSPCA Queensland has teamed up with Moreton Bay City Council to help make pet desexing more affordable and ease cost-of-living pressures associated with pet ownership. Here are the details.