Draper
About Draper
Draper is a rural Moreton Bay Region suburb located in Samford Valley. Take up the idyllic country living with an acreage lifestyle close to the city. In Draper you'll feel a world away but when you need to pop out for supplies the bustling suburb of Eatons Hill is only a short drive away.
What’s on in 2026 with free community events across the City of Moreton Bay
A full calendar of free community events is being rolled out for 2026, giving locals clarity on what’s happening and when.
New parks for school holidays
Four new and upgraded parks are opening across the Moreton Bay region ahead of the spring school holidays.
World-first vaccine for koalas
An ecology and veterinary centre in the Moreton Bay region has helped develop a world-first vaccine to save koalas.
Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum
Work has started on the $1.7m Abbey Museum Art Gallery and Café extension for paintings never put on display at the Caboolture attraction before. ** FREE TO READ **
"Shocked" to be unsung hero
Caboolture rugby coach Sione Lolohea was “shocked” to be named one of Australia's top 10 unsung sporting heroes in the Cadbury Volunteer Values Awards. ** FREE TO READ **
Landmark for $8m river project
The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.
The Latest
$150,000 richer after hospital trip
A Bribie Island woman had an unexpected silver lining to her hospital visit after winning $150,000 on an Instant Scratch-Its ticket.
Moreton Motorway battle ramping up
A battle to save Elimbah homes and businesses in the path of the new Moreton Motorway, has entered a crucial new phase.
"Largest outdoor store in southern hemisphere"
Work has officially started on the new $92 million Anaconda Adventure HQ development at Brendale.
Community events going to tender
Moreton Bay City Council will be inviting tenders to deliver 37 free community events a year at venues across the region.
North Lakes man lands $1.25 million
A young North Lakes man is keeping cool, calm and collected after becoming a millionaire in the weekend’s Gold Lotto draw.
Where to vote in Moreton Bay for 2025 Federal Election
Polling centres will be open from 8am-6pm across the Moreton Bay region for the 2025 Federal Election on Saturday May 3. Here is the polling booth list.
Top honours for Moreton Bay students
Students from the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Moreton Bay campus, who received the City of Moreton Bay Scholarship or Study Bursary, have graduated with top academic recognition.
Four films at eco-theme festival
Moreton Climate Action Now is putting on a festival of four eco-themed short films tomorrow.
Anzac Day in Moreton Bay - flypasts and road closures
Anzac Day flypasts are scheduled - subject to conditions - at four services in the Moreton Bay region tomorrow. Roads will also close for commemorations. See full list.
"Holy crap!" Sisters share lotteries win
A Murrumba Downs woman and her sister have had an unexpected surprise - discovering their $100,000 lottery win while running errands.
