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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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Bribie lifesavers celebrate a century of sun, sand and saving lives
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Bribie lifesavers celebrate a century of sun, sand and saving lives

Members of the Bribie Island Surf Life Saving Club are this year celebrating a big milestone – a century of keeping beach goers and swimmers safe between the red and yellow flags. Read more about the history of the club, and see images of past and present members in our gallery **FREE TO READ**

New initiative to help Aussies in need
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New initiative to help Aussies in need

The Mini Farm Project has launched the Give a Box initiative to reduce hunger in the community. Here’s what is happening and how you can get involved

Reader: 'future’s bright for Dolphins’ fans'
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Reader: 'future’s bright for Dolphins’ fans'

The Dolphins NRL club has smashed the 30,000-member mark this week. It comes as more than 35,000 people are expected to be at Suncorp Stadium for their last game of the 2023 season against the Warriors on Saturday.

New art gallery to showcase students’ creativity
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New art gallery to showcase students’ creativity

Talented artists from one local high school now have a new space to show off their work to the wider community, with the school opening its own art gallery. In time, the school hopes to have open nights and different exhibitions so parents and family friends can come and look at the artworks. Find out more here

Construction starts at Caboolture West
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Construction starts at Caboolture West

Four property development companies will start work this month to unlock 2000 parcels of land at Caboolture West. Here's what's happening... **FREE TO READ**

Photo gallery: Dolphins V Cowboys, fans + action
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Photo gallery: Dolphins V Cowboys, fans + action

Dolphins fans were in full voice, donning phins, jerseys, scarves, hats and face paint for their side’s clash against the Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium last Friday night. Check out our mega photo gallery

Don’t miss Teddy Bears’ Picnic Pine Rivers
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Don’t miss Teddy Bears’ Picnic Pine Rivers

The popular Teddy Bears’ Picnic is back at Pine Rivers Park this September. Here’s the details

End to Kippa-Ring roadworks in sight
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End to Kippa-Ring roadworks in sight

Work to upgrade a busy intersection at Kippa-Ring has been going on since January, with many motorists and residents wondering when it will finally be finished. We asked Moreton Bay City Council

Manga Mini-Con comes to Moreton Bay
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Manga Mini-Con comes to Moreton Bay

QBD Books is bringing its first Manga Mini-Con to the City of Moreton Bay in September. Here’s the details and how you can join in the fun.

New $1.5m playground for Burpengary
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New $1.5m playground for Burpengary

Moreton Bay City Council is spending $1.5 million on a new nature-themed playground at Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre (CREEC) at Burpengary. Here’s the details and what it will look like.