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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Huge fundraiser to help Caboolture kids
Coles has today launched its annual fundraiser for Curing Homesickness to help sick children at Caboolture Hospital and The Prince Charles Hospital.
New council CEO revealed
Scott Waters is the new CEO of Moreton Bay Regional Council, adding Australia's third largest council to the same position he held at Whitsunday, Darwin and Noosa.
Harrison helps Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital
Harrison Dunn is learning to walk again, but that did not stop him joining a pre-match guard of honour in teeming rain for the NRL Dolphins on Saturday.
Last days to enter business awards
There are just a few days left to enter the 2023 Moreton Bay Business Excellence and Innovation Awards. Here’s the details and how to make sure your business is in the running
New car park set to open
Caboolture Hospital’s new multi-storey carpark will be open to visitors from mid-2023, says State Member for Bancroft Chris Whiting.
Ground-breaking dementia study
We know gardening can help people flourish, and now a study will explore how it can benefit those with dementia. It is happening at Samford’s Mini Farm Project vegetable garden. Here’s how you or a loved one can get involved
Green light for The Sanctuary
Ausbuild has received approval to build 195 new homes in the next stage of its The Sanctuary development in Warner.
Population boom as region turns 15
Half a million people now call Moreton Bay Region home. It’s a milestone which adds weight to the Council’s push for city status – the outcome of which is expected in the coming weeks - and comes as the region celebrates its 15th birthday on March 15. We fire up the crystal ball to see what the future may hold
Moreton Bay makes first move
Moreton Bay Regional Council offering to waive all development fees and infrastructure charges, to boost private sector construction of affordable social housing.
Bennett lays down Dolphins' challenge
Coach Wayne Bennett has outlined his team’s “challenge” tomorrow when Dolphins play their first NRL match at Kayo Stadium in Kippa-Ring.
