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Sam’s “super positive” for Games
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21 July 2026

Sam’s “super positive” for Games

Six Moreton Bay athletes are ready to shine at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with swimming star Sam Short leading the region’s medal hopes in a packed competition schedule.

Changing the story for foster kids in Moreton Bay
20 July 2026

Changing the story for foster kids in Moreton Bay

The Pyjama Foundation is changing the lives of Moreton Bay foster children this pyjama day, with volunteers helping build confidence, literacy and brighter futures through weekly mentoring.

Renovations and holiday after $50,000 win
20 July 2026

Renovations and holiday after $50,000 win

A Caboolture couple won more than $53,000 playing Keno at Sports Central Caboolture, with the jackpot helping fund home renovations and a dream holiday.

Pitching in to help Moreton Bay’s koalas
20 July 2026

Pitching in to help Moreton Bay’s koalas

Moreton Bay students and volunteers will plant hundreds of koala food trees for National Tree Planting Day, helping restore habitat and protect Moreton Bay koalas for future generations.

“Monumental” win for Rachel
News / Local
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 jobs
17 July 2026

Meet for free help to find jobs

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

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Big plans for Creative art trail
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1 Dec 2022

Big plans for Creative art trail

Planning is already well under way for The Samford & Surrounds Art Trail & Open Studios in 2023.

Clubs team-up to install life saver
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1 Dec 2022

Clubs team-up to install life saver

Two cricket clubs on the Redcliffe peninsula have joined forces to support men’s health.

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Moreton Bay Road Runners
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1 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Moreton Bay Road Runners

It’s been a big year for Moreton Bay Road Runners, where age is no barrier. Seventy-five years separates the oldest and youngest members at a club catering for all abilities while also hosting the region’s biggest running event

Who’s Who in 22, Sport: Cameron George
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1 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 22, Sport: Cameron George

New Zealand Warriors’ CEO Cameron George sought to give his players and staff stability, basing the club in the Moreton Bay Region for the 2022 season. While they were here, they built strong community connections and won a few games at Moreton Daily Stadium

Who’s Who in 22, Sport: Daly Cherry-Evans
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1 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 22, Sport: Daly Cherry-Evans

Redcliffe Dolphins junior and rugby league superstar Daly Cherry-Evans led the Queensland side to a hard-fought State of Origin win, captained his NRL club and played for Australia in 2022. It’s been a big year for the kid born at Redcliffe Hospital

Who’s Who of 22, Sport: Petero Civoniceva
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1 Dec 2022

Who’s Who of 22, Sport: Petero Civoniceva

Rugby League legend, and one of the nicest blokes to play the game, Petero Civoniceva has done his bit to develop the sport in Fiji in 2022 while continuing to support his Redcliffe peninsula community

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Hannah Cullum-Sanders
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1 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Hannah Cullum-Sanders

Hannah Cullum-Sanders started 2022 “making up the numbers” at a trial in Brisbane. But such was her performance, the Redcliffe player soon made her full Australia debut

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Liam Wilson
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1 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Liam Wilson

Liam Wilson recovered from the first defeat of his pro career, in 2021, to regain his standing in the super featherweight division – and set-up a possible world title shot

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Paige Leonhardt
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1 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Paige Leonhardt

It has been a long, tough journey for Burpengary swimmer Paige Leonhardt, but she finally struck gold this year on one of the sport’s biggest stages

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Kirralee Hayes
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1 Dec 2022

Who’s Who in 2022, Sport: Kirralee Hayes

National selectors spotted Kirralee Hayes’ potential three years ago and at the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games she repaid them with her first major international medal