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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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Buddy's new brewery and bar plans
Plans have been lodged for a new micro-brewery and bar within the main shopping area at Burpengary.
Cheap tickets for locals to Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival
The organisers of the 2023 Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival are offering City of Moreton Bay residents cheap tickets to the event on August 4. Here’s how to get them
World silver for super Sam
Sam Short, the former Albany Creek swimmer, won his second medal of the World Championships last night - in an Australian record time.
Fire warning Griffin
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services has issued an Advice level fire/smoke warning for Griffin, North Lakes, Deception Bay and Redcliffe due to a fire burning in Griffin Environmental Reserve. Here’s the details
Moreton Bay artists enter Brisbane Portrait Prize
Artists from Samsonvale, Margate and Burpengary are among almost 600 people who have entered the 2023 Brisbane Portrait Prize. See their entries... **FREE TO READ**
Put your best paw forward for Guide Dogs
Dog lovers of all ages are being encouraged to hit the pavement with their furry friends next month to help raise money for a ‘pawsome’ cause
Kaylee beats nerves for historic gold
Former Burpengary-based swimmer Kaylee McKeown admitted she had never known such nerves before winning Australia's fifth gold at the World Championships last night.
Events to celebrate Dolphins’ history
It’s ‘Phins Up!’ at Redcliffe Museum with a new exhibition dedicated to the Dolphins, and their journey to the NRL, opening this month. There’s also a heap of free events in the coming weeks. Here are the details
"Another big step" for junior classic
The seventh Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC), held at Wantima Country Club in Brendale, is opening up to even more young golfers this year.
‘I love everything about Redcliffe’
Dolphins NRL young gun Tom Gilbert has inked a long-term contract with the club that will make him ‘Phin until the end of the 2028 season. Earmarked as a future leader, he’s thrilled to commit to the club, its fans and his teammates long term. Here’s what he had to say
