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Motorway tops funding wish list
News / Local
22 June 2026

Motorway tops funding wish list

Funding for two huge road projects and housing top Moreton Bay’s wishlist ahead of tomorrow’s Queensland State Budget. Mayor Peter Flannery is also calling for financial help with flood prevention in Caboolture and upgrades to three major sports precincts.

Helping shape leaders of tomorrow
News / Education
22 June 2026

Helping shape leaders of tomorrow

Discover how Redcliffe State High School’s Leadership Aspirant Program is helping shape the leaders of tomorrow by building confidence, leadership skills, community engagement and real-world experience for Year 11 students.

Super six carrying Moreton Bay’s hopes
News / Sport
22 June 2026

Super six carrying Moreton Bay’s hopes

Six Moreton Bay athletes, including Olympic champion Kaylee McKeown and swim star Sam Short, will represent Australia at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Snakes sign former Test star
News / Sport
22 June 2026

Snakes sign former Test star

Caboolture Snakes have appointed former Sri Lankan Test captain Suranga Lakmal as head coach, ushering in a new era focused on player development and cricket success.

“Way too much” for Moreton Bay suburb
22 June 2026

“Way too much” for Moreton Bay suburb

Major high-rise plans are “way too much” for Ferny Hills, according to Brian Battersby, who represented the area for 40 years. The former councillor told Moreton Bay City Council’s meeting last week he “strongly opposed” the proposals for developments up to 12 levels.

Unveiling Moreton Bay’s quantum future
18 June 2026

Unveiling Moreton Bay’s quantum future

Ground has been broken on PsiQuantum’s world-first utility-scale quantum computer at Moreton Bay Central, a project expected to drive innovation, create jobs and accelerate breakthroughs in medicine, advanced materials and technology.

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Study backs benefits of The Man Walk
News / Local
12 Aug 2025

Study backs benefits of The Man Walk

The preliminary findings from a Charles Sturt University study into The Man Walk have not surprised one vocal advocate who has seen the benefits firsthand for more than six years. Here’s how the initiative is making a difference.

Hotel upgrade to 5-star retreat
News / Local
12 Aug 2025

Hotel upgrade to 5-star retreat

A Moreton Bay hotel is to be upgraded and expanded into the region’s first 5-star retreat.

New soup kitchen set to open
News / Local
12 Aug 2025

New soup kitchen set to open

A new community soup kitchen, led by two Redcliffe women, will open today in the Moreton Bay region to help “anyone disadvantaged and struggling for food”.

Belonging key to student engagement
News / Education
12 Aug 2025

Belonging key to student engagement

Clontarf Beach State High School’s unique House System and Care Program builds a sense of belonging and connection for each student and ensures they are ‘known’. Find out more here.

Bullying No Way: How to stop it
News / Families
11 Aug 2025

Bullying No Way: How to stop it

With one in four Australian school-aged children experiencing bullying, the Bullying No Way: National Week of Action from August 11-15 comes at a critical time, according to parenting advocates Triple P - Positive Parenting Program. Here are some tips to stop bullying in its tracks.

Love of cooking seared into chef’s soul
News / Local
11 Aug 2025

Love of cooking seared into chef’s soul

Internationally acclaimed chef Mike Reid is passionate about beef – cooking it, eating it and showcasing the best Australia has to offer. And that’s exactly what he will be doing when he appears at Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival for the first time this month.

Property and renovations feature: Design, functionality can make or break a brand
11 Aug 2025

Property and renovations feature: Design, functionality can make or break a brand

Whether it's a retail shop aiming to increase foot traffic, a hospitality venue seeking to elevate ambiance, a healthcare clinic pursuing comfort and efficiency, or an office space needing to inspire employees, a renovation can transform a space. Woodland Fitouts' Michael Casablanca shares his expert tips

Property and renovations feature: Top tips before renovating your flooring
11 Aug 2025

Property and renovations feature: Top tips before renovating your flooring

Thinking about giving your floors a facelift? Renovating your flooring is one of the most effective ways to transform your home, but there are a few key things to consider before you get started. Here are some expert tips.

Property and renovations feature: Interior design vital for renovations
11 Aug 2025

Property and renovations feature: Interior design vital for renovations

Engaging the services of an interior designer is as important as locking in any other contractor to renovate or build a home, according to Element Interior Design & Styling’s Toni Empringham. Here are some expert tips.

Property and renovations feature: Things to consider before renovating
11 Aug 2025

Property and renovations feature: Things to consider before renovating

Homeowners renovate for a range of reasons, but the aspects they need to consider are very similar. Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) CEO Antonia Mercorella says there are four key things to consider before renovating.