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Work starts on “priority” development
28 July 2026

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
News / Nature
28 July 2026

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
News / Sport
28 July 2026

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
News / Sport
27 July 2026

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
27 July 2026

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
27 July 2026

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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Festival launches with free party
28 July 2021

Festival launches with free party

Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival will kick-off on July 30 with a free launch party for the community. Here’s everything you need to know about the event.

Unearthing the region’s culinary wonders
28 July 2021

Unearthing the region’s culinary wonders

Alastair McLeod is a celebrity chef with a passion for local produce and the Tastes of Moreton Bay. He’ll be spruiking the best the region has to offer at this weekend’s Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival.

See Dominique Rizzo at festival
27 July 2021

See Dominique Rizzo at festival

Celebrity chef Dominique Rizzo will be cooking up a storm at Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival this weekend. She chats to us about her love of cooking, local ingredients and keeping it simple.

Tickets on sale for Power's blockbuster cup tie with Roar
News / Sport
27 July 2021

Tickets on sale for Power's blockbuster cup tie with Roar

Tickets for Peninsula Power’s blockbuster FFA Cup tie against Brisbane Roar next month are now on sale.

Moreton Daily Stadium to host two NRL blockbusters
News / Sport
23 July 2021

Moreton Daily Stadium to host two NRL blockbusters

Rugby league fans can enjoy not one, but two, NRL blockbusters at Moreton Daily Stadium next month when rounds 20 and 21 come to town.

Lock in your EKKA holiday long weekend plans
News / Travel
22 July 2021

Lock in your EKKA holiday long weekend plans

The Moreton Bay Region's EKKA holidays have been locked in for 2021 and 2022. It's time to plan a long weekend close to home.

World-first to debut at Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival
22 July 2021

World-first to debut at Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival

Leading macadamia nut exporter Nutworks is partnering with the Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival to create one of the most unique flavour combinations in the world. The new flavour – a nod to the bay – will be unveiled at the festival.

The winner is … Brisbane
News / Council
21 July 2021

The winner is … Brisbane

After a six-year journey to bring the world’s biggest sporting event to South East Queensland, it’s official … the 2032 Olympic Games is coming to Brisbane.

$1.5 million for Bellara foreshore upgrade
News / Council
21 July 2021

$1.5 million for Bellara foreshore upgrade

A $1.5 million upgrade of the Bellara foreshore is one of the key projects to be delivered as part of the State Government’s SEQ Community Stimulus Program (SEQCSP). Plans have not been finalised but there are some exciting additions on the wish list.

TOKYO OLYMPICS: Day 1 action, first results
News / Local
21 July 2021

TOKYO OLYMPICS: Day 1 action, first results

The opening ceremony might not be until Friday, but competition begins today at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games - and the first results are now in. Check out our rolling coverage.