Pine Rivers
Pine Rivers precinct takes in the Strathpine, Brendale, Kallangur, Petrie, Murrumba Downs, Warner and Kurwongbah suburbs. The region is rapidly growing, proving popular with families due to the close facilities, parks and playgrounds.
Things to see and do in Pine Rivers:
- Lake Kurwongbah
- Pine Rivers Park
- Strathpine Centre
- Old Petrie Town
- Mungarra Reserve
- Youngs Crossing Park
- USC Moreton Bay
Church battling to save its home
A century-old Kallangur church is fighting plans for compulsory acquisition of its site for a new special school, arguing its vital community services can coexist with the proposed development.
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.
Power still out, roads closed in Moreton Bay
UPDATE 3.15PM. More than 21,000 homes and businesses are still without power after Monday’s wild storms, which hit the City of Moreton Bay particularly hard. More than 30 local roads are still closed as are several schools. Here is the latest.
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.
Alert issued over severe weather threat
Moreton Bay City Council has issued a Moreton Alert for ‘increased risk of severe weather’ on Thursday. Here are the details.
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New service in HAART of Moreton Bay
A new service helping those with age-related medical conditions is making “a big difference” in Moreton Bay, according to the first patient. ** FREE TO READ **
Latest from Moreton Bay City Council divisions in Local Government Elections
The polling booths have closed and the counting has started in the 2024 Local Government Elections – with seven positions up for grabs on Moreton Bay City Council. ** FREE UPDATES HERE **
New recruits posted to Moreton Bay
Moreton Police District has been boosted by the arrival of 10 First Year Constables (FYCs) who will be based at six stations across our region. ** FREE TO READ **
Parenting tips: Avoiding burnout
Parenting is a big job. The ongoing demands of looking after kids can leave parents and carers with little time to take care of their own wellbeing. The result? Feeling stressed and out of control. And for some, it can even lead to parental burnout.
Catch up on culture in autumn
There’s a fascinating line-up of free experiences across Moreton Bay's libraries, galleries and museums for all ages to enjoy this autumn. Find out more... **FREE TO READ** Image: Ruth Downes, Masking the problem, disposable face masks, coated wire, pva glue. James Brickwood Sydney Morning Herald 2021.
School nets Firebirds' star trio
The fast-growing netball program at Southern Cross Catholic College has been given a major boost – a visit by three of Queensland’s top players. ** FREE TO READ **
Heavy-hitting combat coming to Moreton Bay
The Abbeystowe Challenger Clash – Buhurt International - an inaugural two-day, full-contact, heavy-hitting, combat event - is coming to Moreton Bay on May 25-26. ** FREE TO READ **
Massive survey of parents begins
Triple P Parenting has launched its biggest survey of parents in a bid to find out what they think about parenting issues facing families today. Here’s what is happening and how you can get involved
Bin Bypass' can-do expansion plans
Bin Bypass, a social enterprise based at Ferny Hills, is now rolling out a new landfill diversion scheme across Queensland. ** FREE TO READ **
Hundreds charged in Moreton Police District
Police have charged 667 people with around 1195 offences in the Moreton district since a high-visibility policing operation began in March last year.
