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Work starts on “priority” development
Construction has begun on the first 249 homes in the North Harbour Priority Development Area at Burpengary East, with plans for at least 3,700 homes, 2,000 jobs and a major boost to Moreton Bay’s housing supply.
Play On vouchers open again
Applications have reopened for Queensland’s Play On! Sports Vouchers, with eligible Moreton Bay families able to claim up to $200 to help children participate in local sport and recreation.
Tree-mendous day at North Harbour
More than 130 volunteers planted over 1,100 native trees at North Harbour’s National Tree Day, helping restore the Caboolture River and expand vital wildlife habitat in Moreton Bay.
Three from three for Sam
Sam Short has claimed a third Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow, while Liam Adcock reached the long jump final and Jye Dixon and Kirralee Hayes continue Moreton Bay’s medal charge.
Have your say on innovation precinct
Public consultation has opened on the proposed Narangba Innovation Precinct expansion, with plans to create nearly 600 jobs, boost the local economy and strengthen environmental protections.
Work to start on 117 new homes
Construction is set to begin on 117 new homes at Mango Hill, with affordable apartments and townhouses planned beside the train station as part of the Queensland Government’s housing program.
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All smiles after bagging $440,000
A Banksia Beach man says he might need “plastic surgery to wipe the smile off his face” after scoring a grin-worthy $440,000 in a recent Keno draw.
Tourist park plans revealed
Plans have been lodged for a new tourist park and short-term accommodation in the Moreton Bay region.
Family ties strong at Padres
Baseball genes run deep at Redcliffe Padres, which currently has three generations from two families in its playing and coaching ranks.
Drivers warned after rise in claims
Road users are urged to take extra care in the holidays after Moreton Bay saw a sharp rise in motor insurance claims from crashes with bicycles and scooters.
Repairing unsafe car parks - for free
Two Moreton Bay businessmen have launched a free program to tackle unsafe car parks at community organisations, charities, schools and small businesses.
Work starts on $2m bike trails, skate parks
Three major new facilities are on their way for mountain bikers, skaters and riders in the City of Moreton Bay.
Make wreath for Anzac Day
Veterans and their families in the Moreton Bay region are being invited to make wreaths which they can take and lay at their local Anzac Day service.
Gardening tips after heavy rain
As Autumn arrived with headline-making intensity this year, our gardens have faced some uncharacteristic challenges for the season and now’s the time to show them some tender loving care. Here are some expert tips.
Woolf: ‘That says to me we’re going to turn it around’
Dolphins NRL Head Coach Kristian Woolf says the way his players have handled a tough first four rounds gives him confidence they will turn their season around sooner rather than later. Here’s what he said ahead of their clash with the Titans tomorrow.
Redcliffe to host first turtle symposium
The Redcliffe Peninsula will host Moreton Bay’s first Turtle Symposium in May, with two events planned to raise awareness of the challenges facing the reptiles and a focus on action. Here are the details
