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“Monumental” win for Rachel
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18 July 2026

“Monumental” win for Rachel

Local artist Rachel South has won the 2026 Moreton Bay Art Prize with *Sun-Kissed Chestnut*, praised for transforming an everyday subject into a monumental work of art.

Meet for free help to find job
17 July 2026

Meet for free help to find job

The free Youth Job Meet returns to Strathpine, connecting young people with local employers, apprenticeships, training providers and on-the-spot job opportunities.

Appeal lodged in golf course battle
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17 July 2026

Appeal lodged in golf course battle

An appeal has been lodged against Moreton Bay City Council’s refusal of a proposed driving range at the former North Lakes Golf Course, with the dispute now heading to court.

Veterans presented with signed Dolphins ANZAC Round jersey
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17 July 2026

Veterans presented with signed Dolphins ANZAC Round jersey

RSL Queensland veterans have received a team-signed Dolphins ANZAC Round jersey as Ausbuild and the Dolphins extend their community partnership through to 2029.

Giving Moreton Bay youth a red-hot crack at life
15 July 2026

Giving Moreton Bay youth a red-hot crack at life

The Youth Development Foundation is transforming young lives across Moreton Bay, connecting vulnerable youth with education, employment and local businesses for a brighter future.

Finding connection at The Redcliffe Treehouse
15 July 2026

Finding connection at The Redcliffe Treehouse

The Redcliffe Tree House has become a unique community hub, combining a café, bookstore and event space where locals gather, connect and feel at home.

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Who’s Who in 2022, Inspirational People: Anthony and Olga Mahler
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14 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspirational People: Anthony and Olga Mahler

When North Lakes business Hey Caddy officially opened in March its owners were in Europe helping Ukrainian refugees in Poland. The Mahlers, along with son Michael, were in Warsaw organising accommodation and other necessities such as technology for desperate refugees fleeing Russian attacks.

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Chris McMillan
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14 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Chris McMillan

In 2022, Queensland Cancer Council Chief Executive Officer Chris McMillan urged women to start a conversation about ovarian cancer and get to know the symptoms, saying it might just save your life

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Olena Torchinska
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14 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Olena Torchinska

Getting one person safely out of the Ukraine war zone is a challenge – let alone seven. But Olena Torchinska and her brother Nick did just that, rescuing seven family members and bringing them to live on the Redcliffe Peninsula.

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Martin Brooker
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring People: Martin Brooker

With a distinguished military career spanning 37 years, and tours to the Middle East, Afghanistan and the Solomon Islands, Royal Australian Navy Commodore Martin Brooker was asked to be the guest speaker at the 2022 Redcliffe Anzac Day Service

Who’s Who in 2022: Inspiring people – Senior-Constable John Kenworthy
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022: Inspiring people – Senior-Constable John Kenworthy

North Lakes Senior-Constable John Kenworthy has been riding motorcycles for decades. But his first – and only - crash in 2020 changed his life forever. In 2022, he shared his experiences in a video launched as part of Motorcycles – The Shiny Side Up campaign, which was aimed at increasing motorcycle safety and awareness.

Who’s Who in 22, Inspiring People: Bob Millar
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 22, Inspiring People: Bob Millar

Community stalwart Bob Millar has been acknowledged for his dedication and commitment to the community, receiving an Order of Australia (OAM) medal in the Australian Day honours list for 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring people: Tahnee Hudson
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13 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Inspiring people: Tahnee Hudson

Deception Bay hairdresser Tahnee Hudson has been credited with saving Queensland Health Minister Yvette D’Ath’s life after finding an abnormally shaped mole during a regular appointment

Big year for North Lakes Lions
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13 Dec 2022

Big year for North Lakes Lions

As 2022 draws to a close, North Lakes Lions Club reflects on its achievements and reveals its goals for the year ahead. Check out this column by Lion Chris Doyle

Caboolture childcare centre approved
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13 Dec 2022

Caboolture childcare centre approved

A new childcare centre catering for 117 children will be built at Caboolture – less than a kilometre away from two existing centres. Find out what's happening...

Santa convoy coming to Newport
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13 Dec 2022

Santa convoy coming to Newport

Keep an eye out for Santa, when he travels through the streets of Newport on the Redcliffe peninsula this Sunday, December 18. Here’s the details