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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
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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.

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2024 Paris Paralympic Games Moreton Bay coverage: Ricky Betar kicks off his campaign
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31 Aug 2024

2024 Paris Paralympic Games Moreton Bay coverage: Ricky Betar kicks off his campaign

Morayfield’s Ricky Betar has opened his Paris Paralympics campaign with a valiant swim in the first heat of the men’s 200m freestyle S14.

Unlock your family history at Bribie Island U3A
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31 Aug 2024

Unlock your family history at Bribie Island U3A

What started as a journey to find his biological father has led David Barnes to help others learn more about researching their own family tree by teaching a course at Bribie Island's University of the Third Age (U3A). Find out how David can help you find your family's missing puzzle pieces here

Win family pass to Vietjet Redcliffe KiteFest
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30 Aug 2024

Win family pass to Vietjet Redcliffe KiteFest

Keen to take the family to Vietjet Redcliffe KiteFest? We have 20 family passes, including all-day ride passes, to give away. Here’s how to enter

Bennett shakes things up ahead of Battle for Brisbane
News / Sport
30 Aug 2024

Bennett shakes things up ahead of Battle for Brisbane

Hooker Jeremy Marshall-King will make his long-awaited return to the Dolphins’ NRL side just in time for the biggest game in the club’s history. Head Coach Wayne Bennett has made a few big changes ahead of the Battle for Brisbane

A supernatural twist from beyond the grave
News / Local
30 Aug 2024

A supernatural twist from beyond the grave

A new play which centres on a young girl who has been murdered and watches over her family - and her killer – from her own personal heaven will be performed at Redcliffe’s Theatre 102 this September.

Celebration 150 years in the making
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30 Aug 2024

Celebration 150 years in the making

Preparations are underway for Mount Samson State School’s 150th anniversary celebrations, with past students, teachers and parents encouraged to join in the festivities. Find out what is planned here

New CEO hits the ground running at Encircle
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30 Aug 2024

New CEO hits the ground running at Encircle

An Order of Australia recipient with more than 30 years’ experience in advocacy, leadership, and management roles has been appointed the new Chief Executive Offer at Encircle Community Services.

Final countdown for region's top two
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30 Aug 2024

Final countdown for region's top two

The region’s top two teams are preparing for a Sunday semi-final showdown - with the prize a place in the state’s grand final.

2024 Paris Paralympic Games Moreton Bay coverage: Medals for Hall, Patterson
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30 Aug 2024

2024 Paris Paralympic Games Moreton Bay coverage: Medals for Hall, Patterson

Brenden Hall and Lakeisha Patterson have both won medals at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games on day one. Here’s the details

2024 Paris Paralympic Games Moreton Bay coverage: Hall Patterson going for gold
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29 Aug 2024

2024 Paris Paralympic Games Moreton Bay coverage: Hall Patterson going for gold

Brenden Hall and Lakeisha Patterson have started strongly at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games and are through to the finals of their pet events. Here’s our wrap-up and preview to tomorrow morning’s finals