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.
Suburbs:
The Latest
Rallying call over 'facility' plans
Residents in Rothwell are rallying support to fight plans for a new 97-unit “retirement facility” on the former Frawleys tennis courts. ** FREE TO READ **
Ready to celebrate "amazing" Keno win
A Kallangur woman says she couldn’t believe what had happened when discovering she’d bagged a Keno jackpot of more than $442,000. ** FREE TO READ **
Free workshops to explore study options
UniSC is offering a series of free online and face-to-face workshops and over-the-phone consultations specifically designed for adults (18+) thinking of taking the first steps towards university or TAFE. Here’s the details
Flood recovery in Moreton Bay
Moreton Bay City Council continues to provide flood recovery support to residents affected by the recent heavy rainfall and flooding. Here's the details
Time to Splash and Play
Cool off at the Splash and Play event at The Mill Water Park on February 10. There will be plenty of water and land-based activities for families to enjoy. Here’s the details
Tree change for townhouse plans
Plans for 42 new townhouses in Margate have been sent back to the developer – because of a tree. ** FREE TO READ **
Mitchell battles to Open semi-final
Mitchell James, from Burpengary East, just missed the finals at the Australian Open PWII Championships in Melbourne. ** FREE TO READ **
Honours for Dickson’s local heroes
Local heroes have been recognised for their contribution to the community during this year’s Dickson Community Awards, presented alongside the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony at Samford. Here’s the list of winners
Grace so close to national medals
Grace swimmers twice cracked the top 10 in the Australia Open Water Championships at Brusselton, on the West Australia south coast. ** FREE TO READ **
Flood disaster recovery for Moreton Bay
The focus will today shift to disaster recovery across the worst affected areas in the City of Moreton Bay. Here’s what is happening and how you can get help
