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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Residents honoured on Australia Day
Five residents in the City of Moreton Bay have been recognised in the 2024 Australia Day Honours. Meet our award winners. ** FREE TO READ **
Green light for Clontarf park site
The former Visitor Information Centre, at Pelican Park in Clontarf, will soon have a new tenant.
Magic moment for racing trio
Christine Latus and her daughters Jessica Hunt and Camille Quinlan are still on “cloud nine” after the “best day of their lives”. ** FREE TO READ **
Health crisis has heart-warming ending
The Samford Area Men’s Shed is about far more than camaraderie – the support it provides is literally live-saving. Here's how... **FREE TO READ**
Sandbag stations now open
Sandbag stations across the City of Moreton Bay have opened as a precautionary measure ahead of forecast wet weather. Here's the details
Kick-off for new $22m sports complex
The ribbon has officially been cut on Moreton Bay’s new $22 million football fields and clubhouses at South Pine Sports Complex in Brendale. ** FREE TO READ **
Mitchell's ready for Open test
Mitchell James, from Burpengary East, will fly south this week to take on the world’s top tennis players at the Australian Open PWII Championships. ** FREE TO READ **
Garden waste collection coming this year
Moreton Bay City Council will start an opt-out garden waste collection service later this year, after receiving $9.6 million in State Government funding. Here’s the details
Plans for new 'affordable housing'
Plans have been lodged by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service for new “affordable social housing” in Deception Bay. ** FREE TO READ **
Slow down in school zones
With the new school year starting this week, local police are urging drivers to remember to slow down and be on the lookout for children in school zones.
