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Olympics in Anna’s sights - again
News / Sport
5 June 2026

Olympics in Anna’s sights - again

Olympic cycling legend Anna Meares, now a Moreton Bay resident, has been reappointed Australia’s Chef de Mission for the 2028 Los Angeles Games after leading the nation’s most successful Olympic team in Paris.

Comiskey Group’s magnificent seven
4 June 2026

Comiskey Group’s magnificent seven

Moreton Bay’s Comiskey Group has claimed seven major honours at the 2026 Queensland Hotels Association Awards, including Best Hotel Group Operator and Hotelier of the Year for directors Rob and David Comiskey.

Plea for drivers to slow down
4 June 2026

Plea for drivers to slow down

Drivers are being urged to slow down on Moreton Bay roads, with millions of vehicle movements each week increasing the risk of wildlife collisions during winter’s peak dawn and dusk activity periods.

“No problem” with motorsport park extension
3 June 2026

“No problem” with motorsport park extension

Queensland’s Deputy Premier says he has “no problem” extending consultation on the proposed $20 million Moreton Motorsport Park, as community concerns over traffic, flooding, noise and environmental impacts continue to grow.

$10 a week can change a life
News / Local
3 June 2026

$10 a week can change a life

A Moreton Bay program that has helped over 50 disadvantaged and disabled people get their driver's licence in just two years is calling on the community to help ensure it can continue changing lives.

A Local’s Guide to Burpengary with Simmone Gabriel
News / Local
3 June 2026

A Local’s Guide to Burpengary with Simmone Gabriel

Discover Burpengary through the eyes of local business owner Simmone Gabriel, who shares her favourite cafés, restaurants and hidden gems while reflecting on the suburb’s rapid growth and strong community spirit.

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New lesson programs for little learners at Sesame Lane Care and Kindergarten centres
News / Families
27 Mar 2020

New lesson programs for little learners at Sesame Lane Care and Kindergarten centres

Preparing little learners for primary school requires far more than teaching them the alphabet — they will need skills that will last a lifetime.

Graduate from University of Sunshine Coast dream to save community sport
News / Education
21 Mar 2020

Graduate from University of Sunshine Coast dream to save community sport

With a passion for community Sport and the Aussie way of "Giving it a go" resulted in Sunshine Coast University graduate, Jackson Dickfos, creating SportsCube. SportsCube aims to help clubs and businesses connect. Key to this is making information about sponsorship packages accessible in one place.

Loop Growers find intriguing new ways to make beer
24 Feb 2020

Loop Growers find intriguing new ways to make beer

Beetroot, lemongrass, fennel and even pickled cucumber … it seems you can make a beer from just about anything, if you find a partner who’s as keen to experiment as you are.

Student success is the real prize for Redcliffe State High School team
News / Education
24 Feb 2020

Student success is the real prize for Redcliffe State High School team

REDCLIFFE State High School is a world leader when it comes to helping students achieve success in their chosen pathways, thanks to their hard work and shared vision.

Create a cool summer look for your house
16 Dec 2019

Create a cool summer look for your house

Nicola Murray from She Creates Co explains creating a new summer look for your house doesn't have to cost the earth.

Dining Gems, Places to Go Out in Brendale
13 Dec 2019

Dining Gems, Places to Go Out in Brendale

Five years ago, when Ryan and Elsie McCausland bought this microbrewery, tucked away in Brendale, their aim was to create a relaxed and friendly venue offering the best beer and cider they could bottle.

Moreton Bay Region tourism industry a billion-dollar gem
31 Oct 2019

Moreton Bay Region tourism industry a billion-dollar gem

The Value of Tourism report reveals 4.5 million tourists are now staying and playing longer in Moreton Bay Region, boosting local economies.

Innovative Fashion Design is Big News
24 Oct 2019

Innovative Fashion Design is Big News

It's recycling, but not as you know it. Using old copies of Moreton Life magazine, this stunning gown was created by a Year 10 student.

What to Expect from New USC Moreton Bay Campus at Petrie
20 Sept 2019

What to Expect from New USC Moreton Bay Campus at Petrie

The University of the Sunshine Coast Moreton Bay Campus is on track to open for semester one next year, but what will campus life be like for its first intake of students?

Bright Idea in International Spotlight at Brendale
2 Sept 2019

Bright Idea in International Spotlight at Brendale

The future looks bright for Solar Bollard Lighting based in Brendale, nearly one year on from earning regional recognition for export success.