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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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How to land business in lead-up to 2032 Games
Local businesses have a unique opportunity to be part of a $180 billion procurement spend in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics. Here’s how to get a piece of the action
Photo gallery: Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival 2023
Planning for next year’s Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival has already started after a massive three-day event at Woody Point, which attracted about 20,000 people. Check out the photo gallery
Medals in Manchester for world trio
Lakeisha ‘Lucky’ Patterson, Paige Leonhardt and Brenden Hall have helped Australia to its most successful World Para Swimming Championships in more than a decade.
Copper theft charges at Mango Hill
A man has been charged with stealing after a search warrant was executed at Mango Hill on Friday following the theft of copper in the area last week.
Green light for 5ha North Lakes plan
Plans have been approved for a light industry and residential development on one of the few remaining sizeable blocks in North Lakes.
Bid to honour pioneering local
Moreton Bay City Council is proposing to honour much-loved community volunteer Joan Stephenson by naming a Petrie park after her. Here’s what is happening
Kallangur man's $8 million Keno win
In what is believed to be an Australian first, a Kallangur man’s unique way of playing Keno has won two major jackpots worth more than $8 million in a single draw.
First Special Constable sworn in
Moreton Police District has its first Special Constable - a new category of constable - with the swearing in of Adam Campbell.
Bid to name Toorbul park ‘John Van Peype Park’
Moreton Bay City Council is proposing to honour local community member John Van Peype by naming a park after him at Toorbul. Here’s the details
Masters move for three more years
Softball Queensland’s biggest tournament is back in the City of Moreton Bay this weekend, for the third time in five years.
