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On the bucket list: Moving to Living Gems Moreton Bay
Ian and Elaine Davie are preparing for a fresh start at Living Gems Moreton Bay, embracing a low-maintenance lifestyle, modern facilities and a welcoming over-50s community.
Rugby league legends unite to support Warriors Inspire Logan
Rugby league legends from the Warriors and Dolphins united for a charity fundraiser supporting Warriors Inspire Logan, helping create education, employment and sporting opportunities for young people.
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
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
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
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.
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Balancing act for 'unique' Bribie
The future of Bribie Island’s national park – including a possible cap on vehicles on the beach in peak times – has been revealed in a long-awaited report. ** FREE TO READ **
Powering Bunya to state first
Moreton Bay City Council and green energy provider LGI have teamed-up to launch a Queensland first at Bunya. ** FREE TO READ **
Enter Redcliffe Show scarecrow competition
Crafty groups from schools, retirement homes/villages, businesses and community groups are being encouraged to enter Redcliffe Show’s inaugural scarecrow competition ahead of this year’s event.
Dr Peter Marendy, a lifetime of service
Dr Peter Charles Marendy will be remembered as a man who dedicated his life to serving and helping others – his church, patients, the medical profession and the local community. The much-loved long-time GP died on May 8, aged 91 years.
Bowl and network free in Strathpine
All small business and startup owners are invited to the Moreton Bay Bowl and Mingle, a free networking event. Here's how to book your tickets. ** FREE TO READ **
Mark Nicholls on THAT long-range try
He’s the man they call the GOAT and, while Mark Nicholls is not renowned for being the greatest long-range try scorer, his remarkable 20m run to the try line last week thrilled fans, his teammates and coaches. He talks us through that moment and suggestion he should try his luck on the wing or as fullback
Old nurses' quarters more than just a building
The former nurses’ quarters building at Redcliffe Hospital is a place where memories were made and friendships forged for student nurses who lived there. The building, now known as West Block, is earmarked for demolition in mid-2024. Three nurses who still work at the hospital share their memories
Fighting cancer through art
Mother-of-three Rachel Bernardo will open an art exhibition in Redcliffe next month to help raise awareness of bowel cancer and funding for research. ** FREE TO READ **
Putting safety first for 35 years
Jenny Neate has been going to Bray Park State School for 35 years – and has no plans to stop. ** FREE TO READ **
Rescue group seeks more volunteers
Qld Guinea Pig Rescue Inc, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to rehoming mistreated, abused and unwanted guinea pigs, is desperately seeking more volunteers who can spare a few hours a month to assist with caring for the animals during open days. Find out how you can help here **FREE TO READ**
