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Have your say on innovation precinct
27 July 2026

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
27 July 2026

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.

Wilson caught in “weighting” game
News / Sport
27 July 2026

Wilson caught in “weighting” game

Moreton Bay boxer Liam Wilson’s world title eliminator has been cancelled after opponent Stephen Fulton failed to make weight, leaving the Lawnton fighter searching for another path to a title shot.

Braza put Moreton Bay in top tier
25 July 2026

Braza put Moreton Bay in top tier

Braza will make history as Moreton Bay’s only team in Queensland’s top-tier F-League, returning elite futsal to Brisbane’s north with its season opener this weekend.

Wilson close to world title shot
News / Sport
24 July 2026

Wilson close to world title shot

Moreton Bay boxer Liam Wilson is one win away from another world title opportunity as he faces former champion Stephen Fulton in a high-stakes boxing showdown in Sydney.

Suspected bird flu on Moreton Island
News / Local
24 July 2026

Suspected bird flu on Moreton Island

Queensland’s first suspected H5 bird flu case has been detected in a wild seabird on Moreton Island, with authorities urging the public to report sick or dead birds and avoid contact.

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Funding for "immediate upgrades"
News / Local
17 July 2025

Funding for "immediate upgrades"

Scarborough Harbour is to get almost $4 million in Queensland Government funding for “immediate upgrades”.

Vintage line-up for The Gaffers
17 July 2025

Vintage line-up for The Gaffers

One of Australia's longest-running classic yacht events will start tomorrow in the waters of Moreton Bay.

Calling all businesses for community challenge
News / Local
16 July 2025

Calling all businesses for community challenge

Businesses looking for a unique team building experience and a way to give back to the community are being urged to sign up for the Ausbuild Community Challenge. Registrations close soon. Here are the details.

Woolf: ‘We’ve got to back ourselves’
News / Sport
16 July 2025

Woolf: ‘We’ve got to back ourselves’

Dolphins NRL Head Coach Kristian Woolf refuses to dwell on the players he’s lost this season, choosing instead to show faith in a group of players who have stepped up as leaders and newcomers determined to make their mark in the NRL. He’s feeling confident ahead of their clash against the Cowboys tomorrow night.

Bid to honour Harry’s legacy
News / Council
16 July 2025

Bid to honour Harry’s legacy

The legacy of an inspirational teen who died doing what he loved is a step closer to being honoured after Moreton Bay City Council voted to pursue the prospect of renaming a Woorim Beach track in his name.

Power-ing up for huge cup clash
News / Local
16 July 2025

Power-ing up for huge cup clash

Peninsula Power is gearing up for a “huge night” next week when the national sporting spotlight will shine on AJ Kelly Park.

Childcare plan beside new school site
News / Local
16 July 2025

Childcare plan beside new school site

A new childcare centre is being planned beside Moreton Bay land already earmarked for a new state school.

Tennis club site back on market
News / Local
15 July 2025

Tennis club site back on market

The site of a former Moreton Bay tennis centre is up for sale – a year after approval was given for a retirement village.

‘I play my best, when I’m being physical’
News / Sport
15 July 2025

‘I play my best, when I’m being physical’

Dolphins young gun Aublix Tawha will channel Sonny Bill Williams as he prepares to face the Cowboys on Thursday night, primed to get physical for the team that’s given him ‘everything’ in its hour of need.

Farnworth: ‘That’s who we are as Dolphins’
News / Sport
14 July 2025

Farnworth: ‘That’s who we are as Dolphins’

The Dolphins may be facing a significant test of their depth with two more key players added to the casualty ward, but flying Englishman Herbie Farnworth says there's trust in the young guns stepping up, and he’s hoping supporters in town for another game of football will get behind his side on Thursday night.