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Donations needed for preloved clothing sale
Sesame Lane centres across the City of Moreton Bay are collecting items for the Chic for Charity preloved clothing sale on June 8 which will raise money for child protection charity Bravehearts. Here’s how to donate + details about the sale and how to pick up a bargain
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
Runners support The Breakfast Club Redcliffe
This year’s Jetty 2 Jetty Half Marathon & Fun Run will raise money for The Breakfast Club Redcliffe as cost-of-living pressures and the housing crisis cause a surge in demand. Here’s what’s happening and how you can help
Art Simone promises glitz, laughs at PrideFest
For Art Simone, drag is art but also a way to express herself and make the queer community more visible and validated. She will be at her glittering best when she commands the stage at this year’s Moreton Bay PrideFest. She tells us what to expect
Artist and environmental educator Bethan Burton will share tips on how to connect with nature through art, when she opens her home studio as part of this year’s Samford Arts Trail and Open Studios event. Find out more about her craft here
Moreton Bay ANZAC Day services 2024
Big crowds are pausing to remember those who have served and continue to serve our country, attending ANZAC Day commemorations across the City of Moreton Bay. Here’s our rolling coverage of the day
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Doors open for UniSC's O Day
UniSC’s new students had their first taste of the Moreton Bay campus when the doors opened for Orientation Day. See two picture galleries. ** FREE TO READ **
Men of all ages and backgrounds are invited to join the new Beachmere Man Walk, which has been designed to help strengthen communities, combat social isolation, and improve men's mental health. Find out more here **FREE TO READ**
Movie in the Park Warner
Enjoy an exciting free family night out at Dragonfly Park in Warner with Movie in the Park in March. Here's what's happening...
$6 million fire station officially opens
Moreton Bay’s new fire station, covering North Lakes, Mango Hill and Deception Bay, has been officially opened. Picture galleries ** FREE TO READ **
Thousands of sick, injured and orphaned animals on Bribie Island have been given a second chance at life thanks to caring people like Reyna Watson and Colleen Ogilvie, who volunteer their time with Wildlife Rescue Queensland. Find out more about the organisation here **FREE TO READ**
UniSC's co-working pitch to Moreton Bay
Businesses are invited to tap into the innovation ecosystem at the city’s newest co-working space at UniSC Moreton Bay. ** FREE TO READ **
Tahlia Mitchell from Bribie Island and Marie Shannon from the Sunshine Coast will showcase their collections at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre after being selected as the artists of the month for March and April. Learn more about their unique pieces here. **FREE TO READ**
Kallangur woman's shock at $1m win
A Kallangur woman was overjoyed to hear someone in her area had scored $1 million in Monday & Wednesday Gold Lotto - only to discover it was her! ** FREE TO READ **
Redcliffe Dolphins 2024 season launch
The Redcliffe Dolphins will be looking to break their premiership ‘drought’ this season, with club Chairman Bob Jones declaring at last night’s season launch ‘it’s time we held the trophy again’. Here’s the story + photos from the launch
A remote village in Papua New Guinea has received a helping hand to build raised garden beds thanks to members from Soroptimist International Moreton North Inc (SIMNI). Find out more about the project here
