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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New team in Moreton police unit
A new team of detectives has been set-up in the Moreton District Domestic Violence and Vulnerable Persons Unit to focus on a tailored, victim-centric approach to Domestic and Family Violence (DFV).
Bold plans for prime site
Plans have been lodged which may lead to roof-top dining at one of Redcliffe’s most prominent waterside venues.
Work to start on huge new bridge
Construction of the new $86 million Youngs Crossing bridge will start next month after Seymour Whyte was confirmed as principal contractor.
Making difference - one repair at a time
Redcliffe’s Repair Café will open its doors again next week with the team of volunteers ready to fix a host of household items.
"Remarkable" test flight for new airship
A “new chapter” has opened for the hydrogen-powered airship, built in Newport, first flown at Kippa-Ring and "lost" over Moreton Bay.
It's show time at high school
High School Musical, the award-winning Disney show, is coming to a stage in the Moreton Bay region next week.
Time to grab opportunities
The race is on for the City of Moreton Bay to prepare for the greatest show on earth – the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Receivers called in to hospital group
Healthscope, which runs two private hospitals in the Moreton Bay region, has today called in the receivers.
From rookie to champion in 12 months
In just 12 months, Burpengary’s Riley Stevens has fought his way from martial arts rookie to regional, state and national champion.
Volunteers share passion for Moreton Bay
The City of Moreton Bay’s dedicated team of tourism and event volunteers has been recognised during National Volunteer Week.
