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Rockin’ first for Aussie music icon
News / Local
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
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.

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Bennett pays tribute to players, Bromwich at awards
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20 Sept 2024

Bennett pays tribute to players, Bromwich at awards

Dolphins NRL Head Coach Wayne Bennett spoke of his pride in the club’s playing group at the 2024 Dolphins Presentation Ball at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre last night, as he closed the book on two years at the helm. Here’s what he said and who won the top honours

Sneak peek: New butcher at Rothwell
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19 Sept 2024

Sneak peek: New butcher at Rothwell

Australian Steak Co will open its new shop at Rothwell tomorrow, stocking the quality beef it is renowned for but also a bigger range of other meat goods for carnivores. Here’s your sneak peek

Old Petrie Town lease extended
News / Local
19 Sept 2024

Old Petrie Town lease extended

Traders and community groups at Old Petrie Town have been thrown a lifeline after Y Queensland and the City of Moreton Bay mutually agreed to extend lease arrangements.

Tournament to showcase popular backyard game
News / Local
19 Sept 2024

Tournament to showcase popular backyard game

After taking the world by storm, it's now Moreton Bay's turn to join in the fun

Join in Great Southern BioBlitz
News / Local
19 Sept 2024

Join in Great Southern BioBlitz

Nature-lovers and eco warriors are being urged to take part in the Great Southern BioBlitz from September 20-23. There’s plenty happening in the City of Moreton Bay. Here’s the details

Expo to help empower senior citizens
News / Local
19 Sept 2024

Expo to help empower senior citizens

The expo is a great opportunity for residents to start preparing for their retirement.

Waraba's first blocks snapped up
News / Local
18 Sept 2024

Waraba's first blocks snapped up

The first 150 blocks of land at Lilywood Landings in Waraba have sold out in just weeks. Meet two of its first new residents. See the story link in comments below.

Dolphins, Norths chasing Grand Final glory
News / Sport
18 Sept 2024

Dolphins, Norths chasing Grand Final glory

The stage is set for a mighty battle in the 2024 Hostplus Cup Grand Final with northside rivals Redcliffe Dolphins and Norths Devils vowing to go out hard and fast. A vocal home crowd could be the difference between glory and heartbreak. Get your tickets now

Road safety forums to protect elderly drivers
News / Local
18 Sept 2024

Road safety forums to protect elderly drivers

Hosted by Moreton Police, the forums will provide lots of helpful tips and advice to help keep senior citizens safe. Find out where the forums will be held here

Lachlan pulls himself into the history books
News / Local
18 Sept 2024

Lachlan pulls himself into the history books

After years of training, a fitness fanatic from Woody Point has etched his name into the record books after a gruelling workout. See what records he broke here