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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Road upgrade - lights on
Major changes have been completed in the Strathpine-Samford Road Route Safety project, through Cashmere.
New design for park upgrade
Work has started on a major upgrade to a key feature at Roderick A Cruice Park in Dayboro.
Salute to long-serving Don
The man who helped give Redcliffe a community voice is set to be honoured for almost 20 years of voluntary service.
Police appeal after hit-and-run
Police are appealing for information, dash cam or CCTV footage after a hit and run in Narangba yesterday.
Plans revealed for CBD site
Plans have been lodged for 70 new apartments and shops at a high-profile site in Redcliffe’s CBD.
Free mental health centre to open
Free walk-in mental healthcare support will be available in Redcliffe this month when a new Medicare Mental Health Centre opens.
"Really hard to say I'm done"
Brenden Hall, one the greatest servants of Australia’s Para movement, has left the door ajar for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games and beyond.
Moreton Bay added to fire ban area
Queensland Fire Department has today extended a local fire ban to include residents in the City of Moreton Bay.
Latest from Moreton Bay City Council by-election count
Counting has started in the Moreton Bay City Council Division 11 by-election but a result is not expected until next week. Here's why.
Water prices under spotlight
The State Government has ordered a review into water prices across South East Queensland, including the City of Moreton Bay. Here are the details and how long it’s expected to take.
