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
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21 June 2026

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
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21 June 2026

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
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21 June 2026

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
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21 June 2026

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
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21 June 2026

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
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21 June 2026

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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Taking off on Global challenge
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21 June 2026

Taking off on Global challenge

Mitchell James and Tim Gould will jet off to France this week aiming to serve up another golden display at the Virtus Global Games (June 4-10).

Help charity find forever homes
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21 June 2026

Help charity find forever homes

Youngcare is asking residents in the Moreton Bay Region to support young people with disabilities – such as James from North Lakes - find forever homes.

Fan-tastic night for Dolphins
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21 June 2026

Fan-tastic night for Dolphins

PICTURE SPECIAL: Oh what a night! Dolphins' superb 26-12 victory over the Dragons moved them joint top of the NRL ladder - and how the fans loved it. Check out these 3 galleries!

Green light for new 142-room hotel
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21 June 2026

Green light for new 142-room hotel

Plans to build a new 142-room hotel above a major shopping centre in the Moreton Bay Region have been approved.

How crushed glass is stopping hoons
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21 June 2026

How crushed glass is stopping hoons

Recycled glass is being used to stop hoons - and make roads safer – at a growing number of locations in Moreton Bay Region.

Revved up for Street title bid
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21 June 2026

Revved up for Street title bid

Nic Haggett is carrying the hopes of Moreton Bay and all north Brisbane into the final of this year’s Milwaukee Young Street Machine of the Year competition.

Worlds await para quartet
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21 June 2026

Worlds await para quartet

The countdown has started for three ex-Burpengary swimmers and their coach named in Australia’s squad for the World Para Championships.

Realtors raise bar for Tea time
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21 June 2026

Realtors raise bar for Tea time

Two real estate agencies in this region have raised the bar to support the Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea being held this week.

OPTO has gone - but not for long!
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21 June 2026

OPTO has gone - but not for long!

OPTO, the giant spinning rings artwork on Redcliffe Parade, has been removed for ‘specialist maintenance’.

Aussie debut for All Star duo
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21 June 2026

Aussie debut for All Star duo

Two teenage boxers from the Moreton Bay region are today almost 4000kms away representing Australia for the first time.