Local History
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Call for changes on peninsula line
The Redcliffe Peninsula Line marks 10 years since opening, with Better Transport Queensland calling for more frequent services, improved bus connections and better land use around stations.
Landmark birthday for historic school
Humpybong State School will celebrate its 150th anniversary in Margate with two days of events, bringing past students, families and teachers together to honour the school’s history.
Huge tree taken down on Scarborough foreshore
An 80-year-old fig tree at Scarborough Beach foreshore has been removed by Moreton Bay City Council after severe decline from a fungal pathogen, marking the end of an era for a much-loved local landmark with decades of community memories.
Home of the Month: Six generations of memories
Discover the story behind Banyandah, one of Redcliffe’s oldest homes, heading to auction after 99 years in the same family. The renovated 1927 Queenslander at Margate boasts stunning bay views, timeless charm and six generations of holiday memories.
Where quake struck in Moreton Bay
Researchers have uncovered evidence of a powerful ancient earthquake west of Caboolture, helping Moreton Bay better understand future risks and disaster planning implementation.
Caboolture aviation museum prepares to open, calling on community support
The Australian Aviation Heritage Centre at Caboolture Aerodrome plans to officially open as a public museum in 2026. Visitors can already see historic aircraft restoration projects, including a rare WWII Beaufort bomber being restored by volunteers.
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Honour recognises Antarctic service
Moreton Bay’s John Russell, Michael Hawkins and Sheryl Backhouse receive Australia Day Honours
2011 floods, 10 years on
Parts of the Moreton Bay Region endured flooding in the weeks leading up to the devastating 2011 floods in Brisbane, the Lockyer Valley and Ipswich. But that didn’t stop weary local SES volunteers from answering the call, as Alan Peterson remembers …
Family’s road to farming milestone
A Wamuran family has reached a remarkable record having lived and farmed the same crop on the same land for 100 years.
Remembrance Day a time to reflect
Neville Cullen’s family had a long history of military service, so it was only natural that the then 17½-year-old would sign up for the Vietnam War in 1964.
Videos preserve Kabi Kabi language
The culture of Moreton Bay Region’s Kabi Kabi people has survived for thousands of years and now it’s entering the digital age.
Hornibrook legacy lives on
Julie Hornibrook is justifiably proud of the legacy her grandfather left for the Redcliffe Peninsula – and for Queensland as a whole.
Club closing – and opening again
Caboolture RSL will close for the final time on Sunday, just a few weeks short of its 65th birthday – but the club’s doors will not stay shut for long.
Step back in time at village of yesteryear
If you’re keen for a day out or want to learn more about local history, head to Caboolture Historical Village which has now reopened to visitors.
Making a Marc on new $5.5 million Redcliffe Art gallery
Redcliffe’s new $5.5 million art gallery has turned to one of the Moreton Bay region’s oldest and most prolific artists ahead of its official opening.
Another first for around-the-world sailor Serge Testa
For Serge Testa, having a park named after him is an exciting first, but it’s his other first that continues to amaze – sailing around the world in a tiny boat
