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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Readers 'skip' 30 properties a day
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4 Jan 2025

Readers 'skip' 30 properties a day

Two suburbs in the Moreton Bay region are in the top three where Unitywater meters cannot be read and bills are issued with estimated readings.

Laini's Roar-ing start with historic hat-tricks
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3 Jan 2025

Laini's Roar-ing start with historic hat-tricks

Laini Freier, who played junior and senior football in Moreton Bay, has made Ninja A-League history just three months after joining Brisbane Roar.

Big afternoon of Music in the Park
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3 Jan 2025

Big afternoon of Music in the Park

There are two big events in the City of Moreton Bay this Australia Day. Here are the details

Security hired for Council workers
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2 Jan 2025

Security hired for Council workers

Moreton Bay City Council staff now have security guards when maintaining some of the region's public areas.

2025 fitness journey starts now
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1 Jan 2025

2025 fitness journey starts now

For many, the start of a new year heralds the beginning of a new fitness journey as they embrace a resolution for change. Here are some expert tips for lasting success

Green light for first facilities
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31 Dec 2024

Green light for first facilities

Waraba will soon have its first essential community facilities at Lilywood Landings, the gateway to Moreton Bay's newest City.

Moreton Bay's new seagrass meadows
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30 Dec 2024

Moreton Bay's new seagrass meadows

Unitywater has started planting seagrass across seven sites in Moreton Bay’s Marine Park to test reducing nutrient levels in local waterways.

Boy Swallows Universe’s rising star
29 Dec 2024

Boy Swallows Universe’s rising star

Albany Creek’s Jake Cockburn is in demand following his role in Boy Swallows Universe earlier this year. He tells us about his next role

Moreton Bay Community events in 2025
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28 Dec 2024

Moreton Bay Community events in 2025

The calendar of community events for the first half of 2025 in Moreton Bay has been released, with plenty of options to suit residents of all ages. Here’s the list

Plant tips to avoid water pipe blockages
27 Dec 2024

Plant tips to avoid water pipe blockages

Unitywater is urging residents to pause before they plant, with more than 30 per cent of wastewater pipe blockages and overflows caused by tree roots. Here are some tips to avoid a problem at your place