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Crew Legal Spring Gala Ball nears sellout as donations roll in for Redcliffe Hospital
Just a few tickets remain for the 2026 Crew Legal Spring Gala Ball, one of Moreton Bay’s major fundraisers for Raise it for Redcliffe. At the time of writing, the fifth annual Gala Ball was on track to sell out for Friday, September 11.
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.
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A kitten has been rescued after being found dumped in a post box in Caboolture South, prompting the animal welfare organisation to seek information from the public to help find the person responsible. The kitten is now receiving treatment at the RSPCA in Brisbane. **Free to read**
Duo medal on Australia debuts
Tahlea Toohey and Paul 'PJ' Utia, from All Star Boxing Academy in Lawnton, made stunning international debuts at the Oceania Junior and Youth Championships.
Centre combines fun, opportunity
Two women with a passion for creating opportunities for people with disabilities have opened Dovecote Support Centre at Redcliffe – a vibrant space to have fun and learn. Here’s the details
Gallery: All the fun of Hills Carnivale
Thousands of people flocked to George Willmore Park at Ferny Hills on Saturday for the much-loved Hills Carnivale event, which featured a full day of carnival rides, food, markets, live music and more! Click through our gallery to see if our photographer snapped your picture on the day
Leena is all about that jazz
Moreton Bay jazz artist Leena Salim will delight music lovers with her unique sound and blend at the upcoming Jazz and Shiraz event at Newport. Find out what inspired her to start singing, and who some of her favourite singers are here
‘It’s going to be a really big arm wrestle’
It was gruelling session for the Dolphins’ NRL squad who returned to training this morning after having the weekend off following Thursday night’s 26-12 win over the Dragons. We chat to Ray Stone about how they’re going halfway through the 2023 season, how he’s become a fan favourite, and taking on the Warriors
Record response to golf land plan
A record number of submissions have been lodged over plans for former North Lakes golf course land - with a lobby group claiming thousands are objections.
Tragic outcome for 'malnourished' koala
A koala which was at the centre of a social media post after being photographed drinking from a pond at a local golf course has died. Moreton Bay Koala Rescue shared the sad news, saying Lamington-Lou was “so unwell that there was nothing the Wildlife Hospital could do to save him”. Read more here
Vintage tea lounge opens in Redcliffe
He’s renowned for his passion for Redcliffe history and his talent for preserving it, now Duane Hart has created a vintage tea lounge for locals and visitors to drink it in
Taking off on Global challenge
Mitchell James and Tim Gould will jet off to France this week aiming to serve up another golden display at the Virtus Global Games (June 4-10).
