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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See hit family movie Oddball - free
Grab a picnic rug and blankets and snuggle up to enjoy a free screening of the hit movie Oddball in Eatons Hill next month.
Anzac Day 2023 in the Moreton Bay Region
People across the Moreton Bay Region have paused to pay their respects to Diggers past and present, who have sacrificed so much for our freedom, during Anzac Day services. See our rolling coverage and photos here
Sisters strike gold at state titles
Redcliffe sisters Mara and Amelie have both added state water polo champion medals to their collections.
Caboolture West suburb names revealed
The names of five new suburbs being created at Caboolture West which is projected to have 70,000 residents - have now been confirmed.
Joining veterans on Anzac day march
Carmel and Ron Hendrie both have strong links to the Vietnam War and will join veterans from Bolton Clarke Fernhill Caboolture in tomorrow's Anzac Day march. Here's why.
Tom powers to top of rankings
Southern Cross student Thomas Voigt returned from the Australian Age Championships as the nation’s fastest swimmer in two categories.
NAB to close Kippa-Ring branch
NAB, one of Australia's big four banks, has announced its branch at Kippa-Ring will close later this year.
National test for local duo
Southern Cross swimmer Barry Pope made one final and clocked a personal best time at the Australian Age Championships on the Gold Coast last week.
Mango Hill stops to remember Anzacs
Residents in Mango Hill paid their respects to the Anzacs this week. PICTURES
Residents rally over golf land plan
Hundreds of objections have already been lodged against new plans for a retirement village and aged care facility on former North Lakes golf course land.
