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Call for changes on peninsula line
21 Sept 2026

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
News / Local
9 Sept 2026

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
News / Local
14 May 2026

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
11 May 2026

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
News / Council
14 Apr 2026

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
11 Mar 2026

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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Retired teacher shares his knowledge
News / Local
5 Oct 2024

Retired teacher shares his knowledge

After a long and happy career working as a school teacher and principal, Barry Finch is continuing his love of being in the classroom by tutoring several courses at Bribie Island’s University of the Third Age (U3A).

Celebrating 150 years of education
News / Local
4 Oct 2024

Celebrating 150 years of education

Friendships were rekindled and lots of memories shared as hundreds of former students and families reconnected at Mount Samson State School’s 150th anniversary celebrations

Old Petrie Town lease extended
News / Local
19 Sept 2024

Old Petrie Town lease extended

Traders and community groups at Old Petrie Town have been thrown a lifeline after Y Queensland and the City of Moreton Bay mutually agreed to extend lease arrangements.

Peninsula's Past: Old Redcliffe Town Council building, beacon of progress
News / Local
15 Sept 2024

Peninsula's Past: Old Redcliffe Town Council building, beacon of progress

It's a building many people pass every day without realising its historical significance. We take a look at the history of the old council chambers at Redcliffe.

Tribute to Redcliffe’s history
News / Local
1 Sept 2024

Tribute to Redcliffe’s history

People from across Moreton Bay are invited an event commemorating Redcliffe’s role in paving the way for Queensland to become a state. Here's what's happening...

Remembering Redcliffe’s first Olympian
News / Local
19 July 2024

Remembering Redcliffe’s first Olympian

Redcliffe’s first Olympian was middleweight boxer Graham Higham, who fought at the 1948 Olympic Games in London. Here's what we know about him

Sandrine’s family still searching for answers
News / Local
11 July 2024

Sandrine’s family still searching for answers

Twelve years after Sandrine Jourdan was last seen at a Caboolture property, her family remains determined to find the truth about what happened to her. Can you help?

Tale of two Ferris wheels, a first?

The Redcliffe Peninsula skyline will be dotted with not one, but two Ferris wheels as the Redcliffe Show opens next week and a new attraction at Woody Point puts locals and visitors in a spin. Is it a first for the Peninsula?

First of many Redcliffe apartment blocks to come
News / Local
14 June 2024

First of many Redcliffe apartment blocks to come

Apartments are a feature of the Redcliffe Peninsula skyline today, but in 1966 there was plenty of interest in the first block of home units.

EXCLUSIVE: New home tipped for Commonwealth Games mascot
News / Local
3 June 2024

EXCLUSIVE: New home tipped for Commonwealth Games mascot

Moreton Bay could soon be home to another Queensland cultural icon, with plans to bring beloved 1982 Commonwealth Games mascot Matilda to the city. **FREE TO READ**