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Jaybird Byrne soars to new heights
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Jaybird Byrne soars to new heights

Guitarist Jaybird Byrne has had massive few months, playing at festivals, working on her debut EP and mesmerizing a crowd of 7000 people at Pub Choir before Christmas. She reveals her plans for the next year and how she caught the attention of legendary Queen guitarist Brian May

Levi X steps into the spotlight
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Levi X steps into the spotlight

Levi X’s grounded approach to making music hasn’t changed even after a stint in the national spotlight, appearing on Channel 7’s The Voice program earlier this year. We chat to him about music, school and what the future holds. Photo: Channel 7

Moreton Bay students shine at Visual Art Awards
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Moreton Bay students shine at Visual Art Awards

37 Queensland senior students have been honoured at this year’s Creative Generation Excellence Awards in Visual Art. Here's the details

From little things, big things grow
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From little things, big things grow

Sebastian Onate-Henriquez is on a mission to save the world, one tree at a time. The eight-year-old from Newport has created a business, The Earth is my Place, which sells sustainable T-shirts and other products and plants a tree for every item sold. Here’s the details

Moreton Bay Business & Innovation Awards … 2023 winners
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Moreton Bay Business & Innovation Awards … 2023 winners

With a glamourous Moulin Rouge-themed backdrop, the region’s best and brightest businesses celebrated their achievements at the Moreton Bay Business & Innovation Awards tonight. We reveal the winners

Sky is the limit for JayBird
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Sky is the limit for JayBird

Natural talent, next-level dedication and perfect pitch are just some of the qualities that make JayBird Byrne an exceptional guitarist. The 12-year-old is a rising star who has captured the attention of Triple J, ABC TV and some big music brands. Here’s her remarkable story

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Bribie Island local takes Australian Idol stage
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Bribie Island local takes Australian Idol stage

Bribie Island local Kiani Smith, also known as her stage name Kiani Jazz, was accepted into Australian Idol's audition round after applications opened in June 2023. Her performance will air tonight on February 6. Here's the story

Jaybird Byrne soars to new heights
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Jaybird Byrne soars to new heights

Guitarist Jaybird Byrne has had massive few months, playing at festivals, working on her debut EP and mesmerizing a crowd of 7000 people at Pub Choir before Christmas. She reveals her plans for the next year and how she caught the attention of legendary Queen guitarist Brian May

Student wine makers shine
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Student wine makers shine

A group of Tullawong State High School vintners has brought home a top gong after impressing judges with a sophisticated drop. Here's the story

Students’ cheese the bee’s knees
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Students’ cheese the bee’s knees

Students at Caboolture State High School have been honoured with two awards in a prestigious competition – in only their first attempt at cheesemaking. Here's the story

Levi X steps into the spotlight
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Levi X steps into the spotlight

Levi X’s grounded approach to making music hasn’t changed even after a stint in the national spotlight, appearing on Channel 7’s The Voice program earlier this year. We chat to him about music, school and what the future holds. Photo: Channel 7

Celebrating talent at Jam Performing Arts
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Celebrating talent at Jam Performing Arts

Jam Performing Arts dance studio at North Lakes celebrated its annual gala awards night on Sunday, December 3. Here's the story

Inspiring future tourism leaders

Inspiring future tourism leaders

Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism’s Ashleigh Kindred aims to inspire the next generation to pursue a career in tourism via the Young Tourism Leaders program. Here’s what she will be doing and how it will help the City of Moreton Bay

Rotary Club sponsors student for youth program
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Rotary Club sponsors student for youth program

Rotary Club of Redcliffe Sunrise is sponsoring a Deception Bay State High School Year 12 student so she can attend the next Rotary Youth Transition Seminar (RYTS) camp in December. Here's the story

Caboolture apprentice wins prestigious award
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Caboolture apprentice wins prestigious award

A Caboolture apprentice saw doctor has been honoured with the 2023 Camco Best Teamwork and Communication Award at the TAFE NSW Saw Technology Awards. Here's the details

Gerry finalist for Australian of Year
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Gerry finalist for Australian of Year

Gerry Blackwell, founder of the Youth Development Foundation (YDF) in Strathpine, is a 2024 Australian of the Year Award nominee for Queensland. ** FREE TO READ **