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It's showtime at Mueller College
News / Local
22 June 2026

It's showtime at Mueller College

Mueller College is preparing to open its gates and raise the curtain for two major events at its Rothwell campus next month.

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.

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Major addition to centre plans
News / Local
14 July 2025

Major addition to centre plans

A childcare centre has been added to plans for a new shopping complex near one of Moreton Bay’s biggest infrastructure projects.

New meters in Moreton Bay suburbs
News / Local
13 July 2025

New meters in Moreton Bay suburbs

Unitywater is replacing water meters nearing the end of their 10-15-year lifecycle in Burpengary, Kallangur and Morayfield this month.

Learn about waterbugs at free forum
News / Local
12 July 2025

Learn about waterbugs at free forum

Small but mighty waterbugs will be in the spotlight at the next free forum at Deception Bay Environmental Hub. Here are the details.

Finally! Work to start on Youngs Crossing bridge
News / Local
11 July 2025

Finally! Work to start on Youngs Crossing bridge

Work will start on a long-awaited new $86 million four-lane bridge and road at Youngs Crossing next week after an official sod turning ceremony this morning. Here are the details + timeline.

Multi-billion dollar road plans
News / Local
11 July 2025

Multi-billion dollar road plans

More than 20 major Transport and Main Roads projects will transform infrastructure in the City of Moreton Bay. Here’s a guide to the plans, designs and progress.

Gardening tips: How to grow daisies in South East Queensland
11 July 2025

Gardening tips: How to grow daisies in South East Queensland

From simple chains woven into cheerful crowns or adorning sweet bouquets at a wedding, the humble daisy has delighted gardeners and flower lovers of all ages throughout the decades. Here are some tips on how to grow them in South East Queensland.

Moreton Bay City Councillor resigns
News / Local
10 July 2025

Moreton Bay City Councillor resigns

Moreton Bay City Councillor Darren Grimwade has today resigned as the representative for Division 11. Here’s why and what happens next.

Hammer: ‘I’ll wait until I see him’
News / Sport
10 July 2025

Hammer: ‘I’ll wait until I see him’

Dolphins NRL Head Coach Kristian Woolf has a couple of options in play if star fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow needs to be rested, for tomorrow night’s clash with the Sharks in Sydney, after a strong performance in the Maroons’ Origin win last night. Here’s what he said at training + photo gallery.

Peninsula's Past: History hooked on fishing
News / Local
10 July 2025

Peninsula's Past: History hooked on fishing

Waterways surrounding the Redcliffe Peninsula have always provided a bounty for locals, visitors and those looking to trade or make a living. We take a look at the history of fishing on the Peninsula. Image courtesy of City of Moreton Bay.

Top field chasing record prize
News / Local
10 July 2025

Top field chasing record prize

Entries are pouring in for next week’s Optilease Redcliffe Pro-Am, where top touring professionals are chasing a record prize fund.