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Donations needed for preloved clothing sale
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Donations needed for preloved clothing sale

Sesame Lane centres across the City of Moreton Bay are collecting items for the Chic for Charity preloved clothing sale on June 8 which will raise money for child protection charity Bravehearts. Here’s how to donate + details about the sale and how to pick up a bargain

Old nurses' quarters more than just a building 
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Old nurses' quarters more than just a building 

The former nurses’ quarters building at Redcliffe Hospital is a place where memories were made and friendships forged for student nurses who lived there. The building, now known as West Block, is earmarked for demolition in mid-2024. Three nurses who still work at the hospital share their memories

Runners support The Breakfast Club Redcliffe
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Runners support The Breakfast Club Redcliffe

This year’s Jetty 2 Jetty Half Marathon & Fun Run will raise money for The Breakfast Club Redcliffe as cost-of-living pressures and the housing crisis cause a surge in demand. Here’s what’s happening and how you can help

Art Simone promises glitz, laughs at PrideFest
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Art Simone promises glitz, laughs at PrideFest

For Art Simone, drag is art but also a way to express herself and make the queer community more visible and validated. She will be at her glittering best when she commands the stage at this year’s Moreton Bay PrideFest. She tells us what to expect

Connecting with nature through art

Artist and environmental educator Bethan Burton will share tips on how to connect with nature through art, when she opens her home studio as part of this year’s Samford Arts Trail and Open Studios event. Find out more about her craft here

Moreton Bay ANZAC Day services 2024
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Moreton Bay ANZAC Day services 2024

Big crowds are pausing to remember those who have served and continue to serve our country, attending ANZAC Day commemorations across the City of Moreton Bay. Here’s our rolling coverage of the day

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Big appeal to help mini farms
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Big appeal to help mini farms

The Mini Farm Project is launching an online fundraiser to support its existing farms, set up a new one in the Caboolture region and create 40,000 meals.

Dedicated volunteer brings smiles to sick patients
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Dedicated volunteer brings smiles to sick patients

A Mango Hill resident who was forced to put his nursing studies on hold after being diagnosed with a serious illness is now bringing joy to other sick people. Declan Hunt, who is known for his outlandish and colourful outfits, has clocked up more than 180 hours visiting people in hospital. **FREE TO READ**

One nabbed in knife search operation
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One nabbed in knife search operation

More than 50 people were searched by Moreton police during the district's first operation using new hand-held metal-detector wands. Here's what police found. **Free to read**

State clamp down on serial offenders
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State clamp down on serial offenders

A Strathpine man, owing more than $90,000, is among the repeat traffic offenders being targeted by the State Penalties Enforcement Registry (SPER) this week.

Bromwich is primed to face old team
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Bromwich is primed to face old team

Kenny Bromwich may not have been counting down the days to the Dolphins’ first clash with his old club, the Melbourne Storm, but he’s looking forward to the encounter. Here’s what he had to say after training today

City of Moreton Bay: the burning questions
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City of Moreton Bay: the burning questions

What does becoming a city mean for the Moreton Bay Region, how quickly will it happen and how much will it cost? These are some of the questions Moreton Daily asked Deputy Premier Steven Miles and Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery at Mango Hill this morning. Here’s what they had to say

Providing support and dignity for the less fortunate
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Providing support and dignity for the less fortunate

Families and individuals who are experiencing homelessness or housing stress will have the opportunity to seek help and access an array of support services at the upcoming Reconnect event next month. Find out more here. **FREE TO READ**

Recipe for student success
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Recipe for student success

The Lakes College has been shortlisted as an Excellence Awardee in the 2023 Australian Education Awards for Best Co-Curricular Program. It’s proof the college’s Culinary Club is producing more than delicious food

It’s official: City of Moreton Bay is a goer
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It’s official: City of Moreton Bay is a goer

Deputy Premier Steven Miles will today officially announce he’s giving the change from Moreton Bay Region to Moreton Bay City the green light. Here’s what it means

Vinyl artworks brighten up footpaths
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Vinyl artworks brighten up footpaths

A number of public artworks have popped up on local footpaths across Moreton Bay to bring some joy and colour to the region. Each artwork, which is 25 metres long, will be on display for a short time. We have the full list of the artists and the locations of where you can find their masterpieces. **FREE TO READ**