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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Free mental health centre open
Free, walk-in mental health support and care is now available in Redcliffe with the opening of a new Medicare Mental Health Centre.
Trio taking on Australia's best
Three Bribie teenagers will be on home territory when they face Australia’s top young weightlifters at the National Youth and Under 15 Championships this weekend.
Aussie legend bats for Matt
Former Albany Creek Hawks batsman Matt Renshaw is in selectors’ sights for the Ashes, says an Australian cricket legend.
Big plans for new eStore
A major supermarket has lodged plans for a new shopping centre and second Queensland eStore on one of Moreton Bay’s busiest roads.
Art with Altitude makes Glorious return
Much-loved celebration of creativity from Mt Glorious and Mt Nebo – Art with Altitude – will return to Mount Glorious Community Hall for two days next month. Here are the details + how you can join in the fun.
Beach tribute for Charlize
A beach access on Bribie Island is set to become Charlize’s Place in tribute to the teenager who died after a shark attack nearby.
March to celebrate centenary
Around 150 soldiers and officers will march through Redcliffe on Saturday to mark the centenary of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals.
Call for more campaign 'voices'
Campaigners are appealing for more help as they battle plans for a two-level driving range on the former North Lakes golf course.
Pipe program tops 50km
Unitywater is relining four wastewater pipes a day as part of a $400 million replacements and renewals program over the next five years.
New councillor sworn in
Councillor Ellie Smith was today sworn in to represent City of Moreton Bay’s Division 11.
