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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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Desperate plea for donations as shelves run bare
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31 July 2024

Desperate plea for donations as shelves run bare

Two neighbourhood centres in Moreton Bay have issued a desperate plea on social media calling for donations to help restock their community pantries. Find out how you can help here

Emerging artist wins Matthew Flinders Art Prize
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31 July 2024

Emerging artist wins Matthew Flinders Art Prize

It may have taken 50 years of practice, but Sunshine Coast painter Leonie Shirley can now say she is an award-winning artist after taking out first place in the 2024 Matthew Flinders Art Prize. Find out more about her winning piece here

Saluting Kaylee - one of the 'Greatest Of All Time'
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31 July 2024

Saluting Kaylee - one of the 'Greatest Of All Time'

Tributes are flooding in for Redcliffe-born Caboolture-raised Kaylee McKeown after her sensational Olympic gold medal in Paris morning.

Warner development a boost for koalas
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31 July 2024

Warner development a boost for koalas

Almost a quarter of a new housing estate at Warner will be dedicated to protected habitat for koalas, complete with new wildlife crossings. Find out where...

Kaylee's going for Olympic gold
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30 July 2024

Kaylee's going for Olympic gold

Kaylee McKeown, born and raised in Moreton Bay, has a showdown with US rival Regan Smith tomorrow morning - and it may be decided in the final metres.

Big players check out Moreton Bay
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30 July 2024

Big players check out Moreton Bay

International interest in the Moreton Bay region’s tourism destinations is growing, with big players taking a look for themselves in recent weeks

New park a playful paradise for all
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30 July 2024

New park a playful paradise for all

A new playground at Burpengary East that features specially designed equipment and spaces to ensure all children, regardless of ability, can play together in a safe and welcoming environment officially opened at the weekend. See the gallery...

Wantima joins Legends Tour
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30 July 2024

Wantima joins Legends Tour

Wantima Country Club, where Open Champion Cameron Smith learned to play golf, will welcome older legends this week in the first of two major pro-ams in the City of Moreton Bay.

Redcliffe’s blue spill remains a mystery
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30 July 2024

Redcliffe’s blue spill remains a mystery

The source of a blue substance which has spilled into a Redcliffe creek remains a mystery, 24 hours on from when it was reported. Council reveals what is happening to contain it and if it is having an impact on wildlife

Paris Olympic Games Moreton Bay coverage – July 30
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30 July 2024

Paris Olympic Games Moreton Bay coverage – July 30

Kaylee McKeown, born in Redcliffe and raised at Caboolture, has this morning set-up one of the most anticipated swimming finals of the Paris Olympics.