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Former minister “saddened” by church battle
26 June 2026

Former minister “saddened” by church battle

Former Pine Rivers Uniting Church minister Barry Allen has spoken of his sadness over plans to compulsorily acquire the Kallangur church site, urging a solution that protects both community ministry and a proposed new special school.

Super students shine at awards
News / Local
26 June 2026

Super students shine at awards

Moreton Bay’s brightest young innovators have been recognised at the Mayor’s Telstra Innovation Awards, showcasing creative technology solutions tackling water use, food waste, AI learning and sustainable public spaces.

Alt-rockers gear up to perform at Where We Belong Festival
News / Local
25 June 2026

Alt-rockers gear up to perform at Where We Belong Festival

Moreton Bay's alt-rockers, The Phosphenes, are set to bring a grunge, homegrown sound to Where We Belong Festival 2026.

It’s party time at the Bel
24 June 2026

It’s party time at the Bel

Celebrate 125 years of The Belvedere Hotel with live music, family fun, giveaways, classic menu favourites and a community birthday party at Woody Point.

Call to protect posties from dogs
News / Local
23 June 2026

Call to protect posties from dogs

Moreton Bay dog owners are being urged to secure their pets as Australia Post reports rising dog attacks and near misses, with 15 incidents involving posties recorded across the region in six months.

It's showtime at Mueller College
News / Local
22 June 2026

It's showtime at Mueller College

Mueller College is preparing to open its gates and raise the curtain for two major events at its Rothwell campus next month.

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Battle to save street library
News / Local
5 Feb 2025

Battle to save street library

Residents and politicians have thrown their support behind moves to save a new street library, which may have to close.

"This must change", says Mayor
News / Local
5 Feb 2025

"This must change", says Mayor

Mayor Peter Flannery has called for State and Federal politicians to give “serious and realistic recognition” of the City of Moreton Bay.

Flying to help flood-hit north
News / Local
4 Feb 2025

Flying to help flood-hit north

Moreton Bay SES volunteers are heading north to help the flood-ravaged areas of Townsville and Ingham.

Graham’s vow ahead of first Dolphins trial game
News / Sport
4 Feb 2025

Graham’s vow ahead of first Dolphins trial game

Hooker Harrison Graham will be looking for any opportunity break into the Dolphins’ NRL side, starting with a strong performance against the Central Queensland Capras in the club’s first trial game this weekend. Here’s what he said after training today

Laini gets first Matildas call-up
News / Local
4 Feb 2025

Laini gets first Matildas call-up

Laini Freier, who was born at Redcliffe and played junior and senior football in Moreton Bay, has received her first international call-up.

Family’s plea: Remember an ‘incredible life’
News / Local
4 Feb 2025

Family’s plea: Remember an ‘incredible life’

The family of a young woman who died after she was bitten by a shark at Bribie Island yesterday have asked she be remembered for the ‘incredible life she lived, not the awful way she died'

Safety must come first, says Council chief
News / Local
4 Feb 2025

Safety must come first, says Council chief

Moreton Bay City Council's hit back at suggestions it has put Lakeside Raceway “at risk” and is responsible for a “skinny events calendar”.

News / Local
3 Feb 2025

Fatal shark attack at Bribie Island

A young woman has died after a she was bitten by a shark at Bribie Island.

Big opening for new-look skate park
News / Council
3 Feb 2025

Big opening for new-look skate park

The revamped and expanded Morayfield Skate Park is set to open later this month with pro skaters, live music and a free sausage sizzle.

Bay beach changes put on hold
News / Local
3 Feb 2025

Bay beach changes put on hold

Plans, due to come into effect today, giving dog and horse owners new boundaries on a popular Moreton Bay beach are to be reviewed.