Samford & Surrounds
Samford and Surrounds is an idyllic picture of relaxed country living, the region is located close to the city but still feels a world away with its rolling hills, wide open spaces and country charm.
Things to see and do in Samford and Surrounds:
- Jollys Lookout
- Mount Glorious
- Cedar Creek
- The Store of Requirement
- Millen Farm Farmers Markets (Wednesday 2pm – 5pm)
- Samford Valley Rail Trail
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.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Roads closed Moreton Bay March 10 2025
There are currently 138 roads closed across the City of Moreton Bay due to damage, fallen trees and flooding caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Here are the roads affected.
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End of an ERA on Redcliffe Parade
ERA Bar and Grill will shut its doors on Redcliffe Parade for the last time early next month. ** FREE TO READ **
Stunning start but Kyle's sights already on Winton
Kyle Evans punched the air in delight as he took the chequered flag on his Australian Formula Open (AFO) debut - but the celebrations did not last long. ** FREE TO READ **
Review starts on community concerns
More than 800 submissions were made on the proposed route for stage four of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA) through Elimbah. ** FREE TO READ **
Dawn of new era at UniSC
Three new university buildings will open for the first time this week at UniSC Moreton Bay’s Petrie campus. ** SEE INSIDE - PICTURES AND VIDEO **
Simple steps to help emergency vehicles
The flashing lights and sirens of emergency services vehicles can startle and confuse some motorists. Here's what to remember and do. ** FREE TO READ **
Councillors tell of shock and surprise
Six members of Moreton Bay City Council returned unopposed this week, have spoken of this week's “total shock”, “surprise” and “very humbling experience”. ** FREE TO READ **
Caboolture syndicate hits $5m jackpot
Sixteen Caboolture shoppers are sporting winning smiles today after their syndicate scored division one in last night’s Powerball draw. ** FREE TO READ **
Heavy rain, roads closed Moreton Bay
Update 5.50pm: Heavy rain today continues to cause flash flooding with several roads closed across the City of Moreton Bay, including Youngs Crossing. Libraries are open as places of refuge and sandbag stations have also been activated. Here’s the details
New deadline for harbour plans
Public consultation for the Scarborough Boat Harbour Draft Master Plan has been extended by a month. ** HERE'S WHY **
Power's new look for new season
Peninsula Power has a new look to its senior squads this season after a sizeable turnover of players ahead of their NPL campaigns. ** FREE TO READ **
