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
Suburbs:
The Latest
Mitchell battles to Open semi-final
Mitchell James, from Burpengary East, just missed the finals at the Australian Open PWII Championships in Melbourne. ** FREE TO READ **
Honours for Dickson’s local heroes
Local heroes have been recognised for their contribution to the community during this year’s Dickson Community Awards, presented alongside the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony at Samford. Here’s the list of winners
Grace so close to national medals
Grace swimmers twice cracked the top 10 in the Australia Open Water Championships at Brusselton, on the West Australia south coast. ** FREE TO READ **
Flood disaster recovery for Moreton Bay
The focus will today shift to disaster recovery across the worst affected areas in the City of Moreton Bay. Here’s what is happening and how you can get help
Lift-off for new koala count
New drone technology has been used for a koala survey across key reserves in the City of Moreton Bay. ** FREE TO READ **
Rylee races to national silver
Rylee Smith, from Redcliffe Leagues Swimming Club, overcame tough conditions to bring home a silver medal from the Australian Open Water Championships. ** FREE TO READ **
How Moreton Bay is tackling wild weather
There is growing concern over the northern part of the City of Moreton Bay and evacuation centres are opening, says Mayor Peter Flannery in an update on the severe weather hitting our region.
Generous gesture by $250,000 winner
A woman who won $250,000 with an Instant Scratch-Its ticket bought in Dayboro, has decided to surprise her sister with a new car. ** FREE TO READ **
Silver lining for Sophie
Sophie Hebron from Albany Creek Swimming Club, was on the podium again at the Australian Open Water Championships, to bring home back-to-back medals. ** FREE TO READ **
Flood watch warning for Moreton Bay
The City of Moreton Bay has been put on “flood watch” after warnings of heavy rain today and tomorrow. ** FREE TO READ **