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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Funding for "immediate upgrades"
Scarborough Harbour is to get almost $4 million in Queensland Government funding for “immediate upgrades”.
Power-ing up for huge cup clash
Peninsula Power is gearing up for a “huge night” next week when the national sporting spotlight will shine on AJ Kelly Park.
Childcare plan beside new school site
A new childcare centre is being planned beside Moreton Bay land already earmarked for a new state school.
Tennis club site back on market
The site of a former Moreton Bay tennis centre is up for sale – a year after approval was given for a retirement village.
Major addition to centre plans
A childcare centre has been added to plans for a new shopping complex near one of Moreton Bay’s biggest infrastructure projects.
Multi-billion dollar road plans
More than 20 major Transport and Main Roads projects will transform infrastructure in the City of Moreton Bay. Here’s a guide to the plans, designs and progress.
Moreton Bay City Councillor resigns
Moreton Bay City Councillor Darren Grimwade has today resigned as the representative for Division 11. Here’s why and what happens next.
Top field chasing record prize
Entries are pouring in for next week’s Optilease Redcliffe Pro-Am, where top touring professionals are chasing a record prize fund.
Clampdown on "off-the-books" trade
Calls have been made to clampdown on the “rampant” theft of copper wire, which has cost Moreton Bay City Council half-a-million dollars.
Find care fast this flu season
Peak flu season has arrived and FindCareFast can help Moreton Bay region residents stay well this winter.
