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World Blood Donor Day in Moreton Bay
8 June 2026

World Blood Donor Day in Moreton Bay

Ahead of World Blood Donor Day, a Moreton Bay father shares how donated blood saved his daughter’s life, highlighting the vital role local donors play in supporting patients, families and healthcare services every day.

New health hub plans revealed
8 June 2026

New health hub plans revealed

Plans have been lodged for a new healthcare hub in Dakabin, providing primary health, allied health, aged care, early childhood and community services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Older and Bolder: Care closer to home
5 June 2026

Older and Bolder: Care closer to home

Cancer Care Moreton Bay is encouraging locals to explore treatment options closer to home, helping reduce travel stress while providing access to radiation therapy and specialist cancer care in Caboolture.

Older and Bolder: A new era of comfortable dentistry
News / Local
28 May 2026

Older and Bolder: A new era of comfortable dentistry

Modern dentistry at Platypus Dental Strathpine is changing perceptions with gentle, minimally invasive treatments, advanced technology and a patient-first approach focused on comfort and care.

Record falls on hospital Giving Day
News / Local
25 May 2026

Record falls on hospital Giving Day

Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital Giving Day raised a record $225,000, supporting vital hospital projects. The six-year fundraiser has now topped $1.2M, funding palliative care upgrades to improve comfort, dignity and support for patients and families.

Try dragon boating with Snappies
News / Local
21 May 2026

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.

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Free mental health centres open
News / Local
27 Aug 2025

Free mental health centres open

Two free walk-in Medicare Mental Health Centres have opened in Moreton Bay region – and two more will follow soon.

Study backs benefits of The Man Walk
News / Local
12 Aug 2025

Study backs benefits of The Man Walk

The preliminary findings from a Charles Sturt University study into The Man Walk have not surprised one vocal advocate who has seen the benefits firsthand for more than six years. Here’s how the initiative is making a difference.

Find care fast this flu season
News / Local
9 July 2025

Find care fast this flu season

Peak flu season has arrived and FindCareFast can help Moreton Bay region residents stay well this winter.

Free dental care for kids at Bribie Island
8 July 2025

Free dental care for kids at Bribie Island

Children on Bribie Island will have access to free emergency and general dental care closer to home with the arrival of a new dental van. Here are the details + how to access care.

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.

Free MRI scans commence
4 July 2025

Free MRI scans commence

More people will have access to MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans funded through Medicare from this week. Here are the details and where to get a free scan.

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: 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.

Striding towards landmark walk
News / Local
4 June 2025

Striding towards landmark walk

Caboolture Man Walk is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone this month.

Parenting tips: Making the most of Mother's Day
7 May 2025

Parenting tips: Making the most of Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is an opportunity to reflect on the impact that parents and carers have on their children’s lives. While it’s a time to show and receive appreciation, it also offers a deeper moment to think about the role you play in your child’s life and your parenting journey. Here are some parenting tips.