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Rockin’ first for Aussie music icon
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28 June 2026

Rockin’ first for Aussie music icon

Australian rock legend Tim Rogers has been named the first Lifetime Ambassador for The Breakfast Club Redcliffe, supporting its vital work helping people facing homelessness, hardship and isolation.

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.

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Young volunteer makes Heroes final
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7 Oct 2024

Young volunteer makes Heroes final

Tristan Kolio, who was inspired to join Moreton Bay SES after the devastating floods of 2022, is now a finalist in the QBANK Everyday Heroes Awards.

Art Tarts to unleash their creative side
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6 Oct 2024

Art Tarts to unleash their creative side

Art lovers are in for a real treat this summer, with one of Moreton Bay's most popular art exhibitions set to return

Retired teacher shares his knowledge
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5 Oct 2024

Retired teacher shares his knowledge

After a long and happy career working as a school teacher and principal, Barry Finch is continuing his love of being in the classroom by tutoring several courses at Bribie Island’s University of the Third Age (U3A).

How to catch snapper, whiting and more in Moreton Bay
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5 Oct 2024

How to catch snapper, whiting and more in Moreton Bay

It’s October and the warm weather is starting to roll around. October 13 is “Gone Fishing Day”, a national day for wetting a line, so get out there and have a go. Here's some expert tips on how to catch snapper, whiting and more in Moreton Bay

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4 Oct 2024

Funding call as homelessness hits record high

The number of homeless people in the City of Moreton Bay has risen 90 per cent in the last decade, according to 2021 Census figures.

Celebrating 150 years of education
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4 Oct 2024

Celebrating 150 years of education

Friendships were rekindled and lots of memories shared as hundreds of former students and families reconnected at Mount Samson State School’s 150th anniversary celebrations

Blue cheese a cut above the rest
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4 Oct 2024

Blue cheese a cut above the rest

Students from Caboolture State High School scored rave reviews from the judges of the Student Made Cheese Competition Awards. Here's why...

How to create an Australian native garden oasis
4 Oct 2024

How to create an Australian native garden oasis

Have you ever been bush walking and just stopped and thought… I wish I had this as my garden? Here's some expert tips on how to create an Australian native garden

Sporting salute to Brett
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3 Oct 2024

Sporting salute to Brett

The Moreton Bay region will host a special sporting tribute to Senior Constable Brett Forte on Saturday (October 5).

Fire ants in Moreton Bay: New tool for residents
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3 Oct 2024

Fire ants in Moreton Bay: New tool for residents

The fight against fire ants has taken a new turn, with residents in ‘suppression areas’ now able to treat fire ants and nests themselves using kits delivered to their homes. Here’s the details + a list of areas affected and tips on what to do