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Sunnylands Sourdough rises in Burpengary
From homemade loaves to a thriving shopfront, Sunnylands Sourdough Bakery is winning over Burpengary with handcrafted artisan bread, sourdough pastries and a strong connection to the local community.
A Local’s Guide to Burpengary with Simmone Gabriel
Discover Burpengary through the eyes of local business owner Simmone Gabriel, who shares her favourite cafés, restaurants and hidden gems while reflecting on the suburb’s rapid growth and strong community spirit.
Moreton Motorsport Park boost - and battle
The proposed Moreton Motorsport Park has attracted strong public support and ongoing opposition, as submissions close and the State Government considers the $20 million development.
Moreton Bay shops make Queensland’s top 10
Two Moreton Bay businesses, Lawnton Country Markets and VC Fruit Market, have been recognised among Queensland’s top 10 independent fruit and vegetable retailers for quality produce and outstanding customer service.
Robo pets help those with dementia
City of Moreton Bay libraries have introduced robotic companion pets and dementia-friendly programs to reduce loneliness, support wellbeing and help people living with dementia stay connected.
Isabella courts success - with Ira
Kippa-Ring’s Isabella Allen is proving sight loss is no barrier to success, with her Seeing Eye dog Ira by her side as she prepares to defend an Australian blind tennis title and compete internationally.
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Home again after epic 4900km run
Guy’s home! After 11 weeks running coast-to-coast across Australia, 48-year-old Guy Schweitzer crossed the finishing line today at Scarborough Harbour Brewing.
Help shape Moreton Bay's future
Residents can help update Moreton Bay’s planning scheme which will address key issues such as off-street parking and retaining green space. *FREE TO READ **
Special picnic at new $6m parkland
The first phase of a $6 million parkland project in the City of Moreton Bay has been completed and residents are invited to join a special picnic today.
Fun day celebrates historic connection
Lawnton Kindergarten will host a Super Sunday Fun Day on August 20 to celebrate its 50+-year connection with the community and raise much-needed funds. Here’s the details
Bennett: ‘Their best. That’s what I’m asking them for’
Wayne Bennett will be looking for his team to ‘do their best’ against the Roosters when the two sides meet in Sydney on Saturday night. He concedes the energy that drove their historic first round victory has dropped but they’re looking to finish with ‘credibility’. Here’s what he said + training photo gallery
Oktoberfest returning to Redcliffe
This September, the popular Oktoberfest event is returning - this time in the form of a two-day extravaganza. Here’s the details and how to get tickets
'Headsplitter' sends out warning
Issac Hardman has fought his way back into title contention with a dominatant display and victory in Sydney last night.
Application for Suttons Beach Pavilion demolition
Moreton Bay City Council has lodged the development application for the demolition of the Suttons Beach Pavilion, to prepare the iconic site for the construction of a new pavilion structure
120 jobs up for grabs at new Maccas restaurant
Construction has started on a new McDonald's restaurant which is due to open by the end of the year. The store is looking for workers to fill a variety of roles, which include crew members, baristas, management and maintenance. Find out how you can apply here **FREE TO READ**
An important lesson in child safety from the Morcombes
Students from Hercules Road State School have learnt important safety tips on how to protect themselves in real life and online with a representative from the Daniel Morcombe Foundation visiting the school this week. Here's the story ... **FREE TO READ**
