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“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
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
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
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
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
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, Community: Rohan James Robertson
Redcliffe motoring enthusiast Rohan James Robertson brought his hugely popular car show Cardi Gras to Kallangur in 2022, raising money for charity
Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Fecility Abell
Felicity Abell, founder of The Bush Bundle, has been recognised for her efforts in donating everyday necessities to farmers and those living on outback stations
Who’s Who in 2022, Community: MBRIT Events Team
From planning and delivering major events such as Jetty 2 Jetty, Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival and Redcliffe KiteFest, the events team at Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism (MBRIT) is kept busy working behind the scenes to ensure these events are memorable for the right reasons
Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Malcolm ‘Mick’ Klein
A hardcore sports fan who has helped clubs right across the Moreton Bay Region has been recognised for his contribution to the community by winning a coveted award as part of the 2022 Moreton Bay Australia Day awards
Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Wendy Paterson
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Wendy Paterson from Be Uplifted shared her story and how her not-for-profit charity helps other women following their diagnosis
Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Len McCandless
A selfless volunteer who lends a listening ear and provides a hot drink to people doing it tough on the streets has been recognised for his hard work and dedication to the community by receiving an award at the 2022 Moreton Bay Region Australia Day awards
Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Ann Brooks
A University of the Third Age champion who helped one branch almost triple its membership was recognised for her hard work and dedication to the community at the 2022 Moreton Bay Region Australia Day awards
Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Graham Gibb
Bribie Island’s Graham Gibb received the top gong in Moreton Bay Regional Council’s 2022 awards, in a streamlined awards program with just two categories – Citizen of the Year and Mayor’s Community Spirit. The Citizen of the Year’s also been a volunteer with the Queensland Police Service for almost nine years, giving up more than 2500 hours of his time.
Who’s Who in 2022, Community: Ronnie Benbow
With thousands of unpaid carers in desperate need of assistance, Ronnie Benbow from The Carer’s Foundation is on a mission to raise money which will help her not-for-profit organisation move to a bigger location
Who’s Who in 22, Community: Wellsley ‘Jack’ Darby
Wellsley (Jack) Darby was honoured with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2022 for a lifetime of service to the community
