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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Former Burpengary-based swimmer Kaylee McKeown admitted she had never known such nerves before winning Australia's fifth gold at the World Championships last night.
"Another big step" for junior classic
The seventh Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC), held at Wantima Country Club in Brendale, is opening up to even more young golfers this year.
Using DQ to drive for gold
Kaylee McKeown, the Redcliffe-born former Caboolture resident, will tonight use the disappointment of disqualification to drive for World Championship gold.
‘Fires inevitable’ this bushfire season
Moreton Bay City Council says it is inevitable that there will be fires close to homes this bushfire season and is urging residents to prepare now. Here's everything you need to know
Business class for $1.3m winner
A Rothwell woman says she’ll fly business class or nothing after bagging more than $1.3 million in the weekend’s Saturday Gold Lotto draw.
From Woodside to the world stage
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Burpengary besties bag $100,000
A Burpengary duo brought home a major lottery prize after their long-running private syndicate won $100,000 in today’s Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot draw.
Balancing act - the trade college way
Balancing study and work is challenging – but the Australian Trade College North Brisbane, in Scarborough, has a solution.
Sam's stunning gold at world titles
Former Albany Creek Swim Club member Sam Short helped give Australia a ‘four-some’ start to the World Aquatic Championships in Japan last night.
Pop-up viewing for major projects
Plans for four huge transport projects will be open for the public to view at North Lakes Community Centre next month.
