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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Legends help students kick goals
Broncos’ stars went back to the classroom in Caboolture yesterday, showing the importance of education and inspiring our next Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders.
Work to start on Lake Eden upgrade
Lake Eden, in the heart of North Lakes, will soon undergo a major $1.5 million transformation.
London calling for King's coronation
Eight members of GIVIT, the charity launched in Moreton Bay Region 14 years ago, have been invited to the Coronation of King Charles III on Saturday.
Business awards finalists revealed
The finalists for this year’s Moreton Bay Business and Innovation Awards have been revealed with 66 in the running for top honours at the gala awards night in July. Check out the list
Coach leaves Power by "mutual consent"
Peninsula Power has parted company with head coach Rick Coghlan, who spent 11 months in charge at AJ Kelly Park.
Brooke's battle from 'rock bottom' to Invictus Games
Brooke Mead, a Royal Australian Navy veteran from Kallangur, needed a challenge so great it could change her life - and she found it, the Invictus Games.
Share the Love with community six
Mango Hill Marketplace will ‘Share the Love’ next month and give customers a chance to help local service groups which play such a key role in the community.
New $24 million facilities at two schools
Lee Street State Special School and Caboolture State School celebrated the official opening of new facilities on Friday.
Appeals to help Izaack in cancer battle
The region is being urged to rallying around and support Izaack Powell, the 21-year-old Peninsula Power footballer battling leukaemia - for a second time.
Green light for Moreton Bay City
BREAKING NEWS: Moreton Bay Region is one step away from becoming a city after the Local Government Change Commission recommended reclassification be granted. Here’s what we know
