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Work starts on “priority” development
Construction has begun on the first 249 homes in the North Harbour Priority Development Area at Burpengary East, with plans for at least 3,700 homes, 2,000 jobs and a major boost to Moreton Bay’s housing supply.
Tree-mendous day at North Harbour
More than 130 volunteers planted over 1,100 native trees at North Harbour’s National Tree Day, helping restore the Caboolture River and expand vital wildlife habitat in Moreton Bay.
Three from three for Sam
Sam Short has claimed a third Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow, while Liam Adcock reached the long jump final and Jye Dixon and Kirralee Hayes continue Moreton Bay’s medal charge.
Golden Sam, Jye impresses
Sam Short has claimed a second Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow, while Moreton Bay boxer Jye Dixon advanced to the quarter-finals as local athletes continue their strong campaign.
Have your say on innovation precinct
Public consultation has opened on the proposed Narangba Innovation Precinct expansion, with plans to create nearly 600 jobs, boost the local economy and strengthen environmental protections.
Work to start on 117 new homes
Construction is set to begin on 117 new homes at Mango Hill, with affordable apartments and townhouses planned beside the train station as part of the Queensland Government’s housing program.
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Do your bit to help small business
The snap COVID-19 lockdown has hit many businesses hard across the Moreton Bay Region. Let’s do what this community does best – support each other. It's time to be #MoretonBayTough once again. Here’s how you can help.
Eggcellent tips for keeping chooks
Keeping chickens is good for the soul, garden and kitchen, according to ‘The Chicken Lady’ Helen South. She shares tips to get you started and to raise happy chickens.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Nine new cases
There have been nine new cases detected of COVID-19's Delta variant in the community in the past 24 hours and all are linked to the Indooroopilly cluster. Here's the latest from this morning's press conference.
Community rallies to support producers
The community has rallied to support producers devasted by the snap lockdown and cancellation of this weekend’s Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival. They have bought about $10,000 worth of produce and will collect it tomorrow at Dayboro and Samford.
Lockdown forces events to cancel
The snap three-day lockdown, which takes effect at 4pm today has forced the cancellation of many big and small events across the region. Here’s a list
Snap three-day lockdown from 4pm
Moreton Bay Region is one of 11 council areas going into a snap three-day lockdown from 4pm today. It comes as Deputy premier Steven Miles announced seven new cases in Queensland in the last 24 hours.
Flood-proof, safer road on horizon
The $12.9 million upgrade of Henry and Dohles Rocks roads at Griffin will start in the coming months, with the project now out to tender and due to be finished early next year.
COVID-19 UPDATE: One new community case
There has been one new case of COVID-19 in the community and one in hotel quarantine. Full details here.
From council customer service to urban assaults
Private Will Yet Foy’s day job is with Moreton Bay Council but, as a reservist rifleman deployed on Exercise Talisman Sabre (TS21), he’s been in action conducting urban assault training in North Queensland.
Celebrate National Tree Planting Day
If you’re keen to do your bit for the environment then North Harbour is the place to be on National Tree Planting Day, Sunday, August 1. It’s all part of Caboolture Festival, which kicks off the same day.
