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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Kyle's revved up for Open debut
The countdown is almost over for Kyle Evans, the 19-year-old Redcliffe racer who start his first Australian Formula Open season tomorrow. ** FREE TO READ **
National call for rising stars
Five athletes from the City of Moreton Bay have been named in Australia’s 2024 National Trampoline Squad. ** FREE TO READ **
Pitching routes for new highway
Residents are already suggesting routes, ring roads and tunnel options for a new four-lane highway from Narangba to Bald Hills. ** FREE TO READ **
Power of the pen in highway battle
Campaigners have reached a milestone in their battle to stop a four-lane highway going through Elimbah. ** FREE TO READ **
Big plans for huge vacant block
Plans have been lodged for a major new homemaker centre on a high-profile 3.7-hectare site in Rothwell. ** FREE TO READ **
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 **
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
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 **
