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
Police to target speeding, DUI in Easter blitz
Extra police will be out in force on Queensland roads over the Easter school holidays, as officers ramp up their road safety operations.** FREE TO READ **
Garden waste collection coming this year
Moreton Bay City Council will start an opt-out garden waste collection service later this year, after receiving $9.6 million in State Government funding. Here’s the details
Slow down in school zones
With the new school year starting this week, local police are urging drivers to remember to slow down and be on the lookout for children in school zones.
Full list of roads closed due to flooding
A number of roads across Moreton Bay are still impacted by flooding, with motorists urged to obey all road signage. See the full list here
Big events in Moreton Bay for 2024
Like to plan ahead? Here’s a list of the big events happening across the City of Moreton Bay in 2024. It’s going to be a massive year.
$50,000 in Ausbuild community grants
Ausbuild has announced the beneficiaries of its 2023 Community Fund (Moreton Bay) Grant Program, injecting a total of $50,000 into the Moreton Bay community. Here’s the list
Suburbs:
The Latest
Major change in battle for marina
The long-running battle for Newport Marina has taken a significant turn, with development plans receiving a big boost. ** FREE TO READ **
Stop playing games with $80m project
Mayor Peter Flannery called on the Federal Government to stop using a key project in the City of Moreton Bay in a political 'game' to ease its budget blowout. ** FREE TO READ **
Lottery shock for Petrie woman
A Petrie woman who had always fantasised about visiting The Lott’s headquarters for a big win has finally had that dream come true! ** FREE TO READ **
First look at new $35m hotel
The first artists impressions of the Comiskey Group’s new $40 million development in Dakabin have been released today. ** FREE TO READ **
Five-star treatment at aquatic centres
In a win for accessibility and inclusiveness, Moreton Bay City Council and Belgravia Leisure have adopted technology which will give people with a disability the confidence to visit a swimming pool or aquatic centre, knowing it will be easy and they will be treated with respect.
Road safety work to start soon
Work will start next month to improve safety on a busy Samford road due to its ‘crash history’. ** FREE TO READ **
Help drive new transport plan
Planning is underway on the future transport needs of seven growing residential areas in the City of Moreton Bay - and your help is needed. ** FREE TO READ **
Trio in Aussie team for US invitational
Three juniors from All Star Boxing Academy, in Lawnton, will this weekend jet off to one of America’s top tournaments - just days after a hugely successful Pro-Am night. ** FREE TO READ **
Gerry finalist for Australian of Year
Gerry Blackwell, founder of the Youth Development Foundation (YDF) in Strathpine, is a 2024 Australian of the Year Award nominee for Queensland. ** FREE TO READ **
Green Light for Prime Blocks
A prime parcel of land in the heart of North Lakes now has approval for a subdivision into five blocks - which are already being snapped up. ** FREE TO READ **
