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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Landmark for $8m river project
The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.
New services for Bribie hospital
Services at the new Bribie Island Satellite Hospital have been expanded to include chemotherapy. ** FREE TO READ **
Golden double at state titles
Grace Swimming Club has two new Queensland Open Water champions – Alia Shaw and Lily Smith, pictured above. ** FREE TO READ **
Moreton Bay’s Garage Sale Trail returns
Australia’s favourite festival of preloved stuff, the Garage Sale Trail, returns to the City of Moreton Bay for two big weekends. Here's the details and how to get involved
Medal haul for North Lakes centre
PK Taekwondo, the North Lakes-based martial arts training centre, struck gold, silver and bronze at the Australian National Championships. ** FREE TO READ **
Work starts on new $20m Jungle
Construction has started on the new Jungle Adventure Play - a $20 million, indoor centre expected to open at North Lakes within 12 months.
Smoke warning for eight suburbs
A smoke warning has been issued by the Queensland Fire Service for Narangba and surrounding suburbs due to a bushfire near the industrial area.
Big band special at Wantima
Wantima Country Club will host a major concert to support Mates4Mates, the charity supporting current and former Defence Force members and their families. ** FREE TO READ **
Ausbuild community grants open
Applications are open for the Ausbuild Community Fund (Moreton Bay) Grant Program, with $50,000 on offer to grassroots organisations across the City of Moreton Bay
On the ball - at uni and Dolphins
Isaiya Katoa is a typical first-year business student at the University of the Sunshine Coast, living, studying and working in Moreton Bay. But there is one big difference. ** FREE TO READ **
