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From paper to powerhouse
From paper mill to powerhouse, Moreton Bay Central is set to drive billions in investment, thousands of jobs and major projects including an Olympic venue, quantum computing hub and advanced manufacturing centre.
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.
Peninsula's Past: Campers discover holiday haven
Long before holiday apartments dotted the foreshore, Redcliffe was a popular destination for visitors happy to bring their own accommodation. We take a look back at the history of camping on the Peninsula. Image: Courtesy of City of Moreton Bay.
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WWI treasure found at Caboolture
A WWI nurse’s carefully crafted and captioned photo album of her service in France has been discovered in a storage cupboard at a Caboolture aged care facility and now the search is on for her descendants.
23,000+ signatures on Suttons Beach Pavilion petitions
The Suttons Beach Pavilion Preservation Group has this morning handed Moreton Bay Regional Council two petitions with a total of more than 23,000 signatures calling for it to save the Redcliffe landmark.
Preservation Stations keeping memorabilia safe
New preservation stations at Moreton Bay libraries and museums are helping visitors convert their memorabilia to digital files. Find out how they work…
Celebrating Woody Point landmark’s centenary
The heritage-listed Woody Point Memorial Hall celebrates its centenary this month and remains a hub for community activity – just what its proponents would have wanted. We take a look back at where it all began
Greats share Dolphins memories
Moreton Daily spoke to three Dolphins greats about their connection with the club as it celebrates its 75th anniversary this week.
For Henry Holder, the Redcliffe Dolphins’ 75th anniversary represents a big part of his life – playing, coaching, managing and administering the game and club he loves.
Grant saves Abbey Medieval Festival
Abbey Medieval Festival will make a triumphant return this year after securing funding from Moreton Bay Regional Council for the next two years.
Suttons Beach Pavilion: how to have your say
Public consultation on the future of Suttons Beach Pavilion begins this week, so we asked Moreton Bay Regional Council how it will work and how the community can get involved. Here’s everything you need to know.
Iconic beach pavilion to close - and be demolished
The iconic Suttons Beach Pavilion, which has stood on Redcliffe’s foreshore for more than 80 years is to close and be demolished on safety grounds.
Author seeks veterans’ survival stories
Scarborough author Bryn Evans is once again putting the call out for families to share heroic stories about their ancestors. Find out more here
