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Priority for 12,000 new homes
22 July 2026

Priority for 12,000 new homes

A new Priority Development Area at Halls Creek, south of Caloundra, will deliver up to 12,000 homes, with new schools, parks, jobs and community facilities supporting future growth near Moreton Bay.

Making a splash at Grace Lutheran Primary School with two new pools
News / Education
21 July 2026

Making a splash at Grace Lutheran Primary School with two new pools

Work has started on an exciting addition to Grace Lutheran Primary School in Clontarf - a brand new, state-of-the-art aquatic precinct..

Ticket to $150,000 win
News / Local
21 July 2026

Ticket to $150,000 win

A Caboolture woman has won $150,000 on an Instant Scratch-Its ticket bought at Morayfield Shopping Centre, marking the region’s second major lottery win in just 24 hours.

Sam’s “super positive” for Games
News / Sport
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.

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Building community from within
News / Local
19 Oct 2022

Building community from within

The intangible elements of community building – beyond bricks and mortar – have been the most rewarding aspects of 2022 for developer Ausbuild. Joint Managing Director Mike Loney explains

Region's golden day at state titles
News / Local
18 Oct 2022

Region's golden day at state titles

Swimmers from the Moreton Bay Region have struck gold, silver and bronze at the Queensland Open Water Championships.

Gallery: Dancers turn back the clock for Jane Austen-themed gala ball
News / Local
18 Oct 2022

Gallery: Dancers turn back the clock for Jane Austen-themed gala ball

Close to 100 people got dressed up and put their best foot forward at the recent Jane Austen-themed Ball, which was held at the Dayboro Community Hall on October 8

Chamber to discuss ways to help businesses prepare for wild weather
News / Local
18 Oct 2022

Chamber to discuss ways to help businesses prepare for wild weather

With a wetter than average spring and summer forecast, Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce President Naomi Spence is hoping plenty of people will attend this important information session

Redcliffe Visitor Information Centre named best in state for second year
News / Local
18 Oct 2022

Redcliffe Visitor Information Centre named best in state for second year

The Redcliffe Jetty Visitor Information Centre has been named Queensland’s Visitor Information Centre of the Year in the Local Government category for the second year running

Raising the bar: New seaside eatery to specialise in craft beers and local produce
News / Local
17 Oct 2022

Raising the bar: New seaside eatery to specialise in craft beers and local produce

Happy hour on the peninsula is about to get even better, with a new seaside venue featuring more than 20 craft brews on tap set to open its doors in a matter of weeks

Your guide to spooky and spine-tingling fun this Halloween
News / Local
17 Oct 2022

Your guide to spooky and spine-tingling fun this Halloween

If you’re looking to get dressed up in your best scary costume to celebrate, here are 13 spooky events happening in and around Moreton Bay to add to your diary

Redcliffe Giving Day success
News / Local
17 Oct 2022

Redcliffe Giving Day success

The community opened their hearts and purses for Redcliffe Hospital Giving Day on October 14 to ensure patients who face lengthy recovery or are in the final stages of life can enjoy ‘touches of home’ while they are cared for in the Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Units

Children injured, road closed after Bribie Island crash
News / Local
17 Oct 2022

Children injured, road closed after Bribie Island crash

Three pedestrians have been taken to hospital after a serious crash on Goodwin Dve near the Bribie Island Shopping Centre at Bongaree about 11.50am today. Here's what we know...

Photo gallery: Movie in the Park Morayfield East
News / Local
17 Oct 2022

Photo gallery: Movie in the Park Morayfield East

Families had a pawfect time at Movie in the Park Morayfield East on Saturday night, enjoying a screening of Clifford The Big Red Dog. Check out our photo gallery from the event