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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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$100 million project to open at Petrie

$100 million project to open at Petrie

UniSC Moreton Bay will officially open three new buildings today – almost doubling its campus floor space in just four years. See pictures ** FREE TO READ **

Appeal for family living "worst nightmare"
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Appeal for family living "worst nightmare"

A Burpengary East family is living its "worst nightmare" with no-one able to say what the future holds for their oldest son. Here's how you can help. ** FREE TO READ **

Norwex celebrates 30 years of changing lives

Norwex celebrates 30 years of changing lives

From a humble microfibre cloth 30 years ago, Norwex has evolved into a force for sustainability, driving a healthier lifestyle. **FREE TO READ**

Day for black caps and gowns
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Day for black caps and gowns

It's graduation day tomorrow for hundreds of students at the Moreton Bay and Caboolture campuses of the University of the Sunshine Coast. ** FREE TO READ **

"Missing link" for those fleeing DV
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"Missing link" for those fleeing DV

DV Community Matters, a new charity to help victims of domestic violence in this region, will be launched in Lawnton on Saturday. Here's how you can help. ** FREE TO READ **

Matildas call for inform Sharn
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Matildas call for inform Sharn

Sharn Freier, the former Pine Rivers and Moreton Bay United player, as been called into the Australian women's Matildas squad for the first time. ** FREE TO READ **

Remembering our brave veterans on Anzac Day
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Remembering our brave veterans on Anzac Day

As a veteran who served in the British Armed Forces and the Australian Army, taking time to remember those who have fought for freedom is important to Ron Court, who is the president of the Caboolture-Morayfield RSL Sub Branch. Read more about his service and how his family was impacted by war here

Help raise $2.5 million for cancer support group

Help raise $2.5 million for cancer support group

Volunteers from Leukaemia Support Queensland are ramping up their efforts to raise $2.5 million to build a new wellness accommodation centre by implementing new fundraising initiatives. Find out what they have got planned here

Movie in the Park Sandstone Point
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Movie in the Park Sandstone Point

Movie in the Park makes its return to Sandstone Point in April. See the trailer... **FREE TO READ**

Setting kids up for life
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Setting kids up for life

With a focus on self-belief and helping young people become the best version of themselves, Matt Fiddes Martial Arts Moreton Bay is changing the lives of hundreds of people. Find out more... **FREE TO READ**