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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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Taking on Queensland's best bus drivers
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Taking on Queensland's best bus drivers

A Clontarf bus driver is a finalist in the South East Queensland Bus Driver of the Year category in the Queensland Bus Driver of the Year awards. Here's how you can vote for her to be the winner

Sign up to take part in Seniors Expo
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Sign up to take part in Seniors Expo

The Hills and District Chamber of Commerce Seniors Committee is keen to hear from potential stall holders for its Twilight Years Expo on May 17. Here's how to get involved...

Leap Year baby graces Caboolture Hospital
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Leap Year baby graces Caboolture Hospital

One Moreton Bay couple gave birth on a very special day this year. Here's the story

Call for re-think on masterplan
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Call for re-think on masterplan

The draft masterplan for Scarborough Boat Harbour, now open for public comment, is under fire from community and industry groups. ** FREE TO READ **

All revved up for Cruisin’ Caboolture
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All revved up for Cruisin’ Caboolture

Start your engines and get ready for an exhilarating experience as Cruisin' Caboolture roars into action. Here's how to enter this year's Show 'n' Shine... **FREE TO READ**

Entrepreneur's beverage dream takes flight

Something new and exciting is brewing in Brendale, with Moreton Bay entrepreneur Gary Hagen launching his own line of signature twisted sodas called Bin Juice - a name inspired by the noble ibis. Find out more about Gary's journey and what flavour he plans to launch next here **FREE TO READ**

Dolphins launch 2024 season in style
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Dolphins launch 2024 season in style

Dolphins NRL Head Coach Wayne Bennett made the same promise to supporters at tonight’s 2024 season launch as he did last year – he will ask his side to do their best and be a team they can be proud of and excited about. Here's what he said + photos from the night

New project restoring more than 40ha of koala habitat
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New project restoring more than 40ha of koala habitat

Cedar Creek's Allambi Retreat will protect koala habitat spanning the equivalent of 50 rugby league fields. Here's what's happening... **FREE TO READ**

Make March Purple campaign drives epilepsy awareness
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Make March Purple campaign drives epilepsy awareness

The lives of Kallangur’s Kleidon family were turned upside down when son Andrew was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2021. Here's their story... **FREE TO READ**

Picnic Hill returns

Picnic Hill returns

Grab your picnic blankets and chairs because much-loved Picnic Hill returns on March 8 with another family-friendly community event for everyone to enjoy. Here's the details