Local Stories

Trending Today:

Rallying to help family in need
29 June 2026

Rallying to help family in need

A community fundraiser led by celebrity chef Alastair McLeod will support an Ocean View Estates family after a terminal brain cancer diagnosis, helping ease the financial and emotional burden during an incredibly difficult time.

How Jamie defied the odds - again and again
29 June 2026

How Jamie defied the odds - again and again

After a crash left him paraplegic, Moreton Bay’s Jamie Harrison defied the odds to return to racing, inspiring others with disability through his remarkable motorsport comeback.

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
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.

The Latest

2024 Paris Paralympic Games Moreton Bay coverage: Brenden Hall 100m backstroke S9
News / Sport
3 Sept 2024

2024 Paris Paralympic Games Moreton Bay coverage: Brenden Hall 100m backstroke S9

Local legend Brenden Hall has swum in the 100m backstroke S9 heats this afternoon at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Here’s the details

News / Local
3 Sept 2024

Spotlight on drug-driving boosts community safety

The rules around driving while taking medicinal cannabis and the potential dangers of driving while using certain types of prescription medication are the focus of a new campaign. See the video...

Forum to focus on saving koalas
News / Local
3 Sept 2024

Forum to focus on saving koalas

Locals who would like to know more about the latest research and conservation initiatives to protect koalas in the Moreton Bay region are invited to attend an upcoming community forum in Deception Bay this month

Police seek witnesses to North Lakes robbery
News / Local
2 Sept 2024

Police seek witnesses to North Lakes robbery

Police are appealing for witnesses after a 17-year-old boy was threatened with a knife during a robbery at North Lakes on Thursday, August 29.

RSPCA's sweetest fundraiser returns
News / Local
2 Sept 2024

RSPCA's sweetest fundraiser returns

Moreton Bay locals are being encouraged to pre-heat their ovens and get baking this month to help raise money for the RSPCA’s annual Cupcake Day fundraiser. Find out how your donation helps here

Moreton Bay lobbies for more State funding
News / Local
2 Sept 2024

Moreton Bay lobbies for more State funding

A new campaign urging the State Government to invest more money in the City of Moreton Bay has launched ahead of October’s state election. Here's what it's all about...

Free activities for R U OK? Day
News / Local
2 Sept 2024

Free activities for R U OK? Day

Conversations around mental health will be thrown into the spotlight this month as the team from Encircle Community Services gather to show their support in recognition of R U OK? Day. Find out what's happening across the region here

Growing opportunities for job seekers
News / Local
1 Sept 2024

Growing opportunities for job seekers

A free community event aimed at helping young people and job seekers find work in the agriculture industry will be held at Lawnton this week. Find out more about the day here

Tribute to Redcliffe’s history
News / Local
1 Sept 2024

Tribute to Redcliffe’s history

People from across Moreton Bay are invited an event commemorating Redcliffe’s role in paving the way for Queensland to become a state. Here's what's happening...

What a night! Dolphins dominate Battle of Brisbane win
News / Sport
31 Aug 2024

What a night! Dolphins dominate Battle of Brisbane win

The Dolphins’ Battle of Brisbane win over the Broncos is one for the club’s history books, with Wayne Bennett’s team sheet shake-up paying off and keeping their finals’ hopes alive. See the photo gallery + hear what Bennett had to say