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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Four films at eco-theme festival
Moreton Climate Action Now is putting on a festival of four eco-themed short films tomorrow.
Anzac Day Services 2025 coverage Moreton Bay
People of all ages across the City of Moreton Bay have braved wet weather on ANZAC Day to pay tribute to those who have served our country. Here’s our rolling coverage of Moreton Bay services.
Anzac Day in Moreton Bay - flypasts and road closures
Anzac Day flypasts are scheduled - subject to conditions - at four services in the Moreton Bay region tomorrow. Roads will also close for commemorations. See full list.
Mango Hill pays tribute to Anzacs
Dozens of residents and officials turned out last night for the first Anzac service of Moreton Bay’s 2025 commemorations.
"Holy crap!" Sisters share lotteries win
A Murrumba Downs woman and her sister have had an unexpected surprise - discovering their $100,000 lottery win while running errands.
Big challenge for Little athletes
Five teenagers will head south this weekend carrying Moreton Bay’s hopes into this year’s Coles Australian Little Athletics Championships.
"Little cafe" named national champion
Angie Moore says it was a “complete surprise” to hear her “little Caboolture café” named an Australian Small Business Champion.
World awaits for Padres' duo
Teenage Redcliffe softballers Mackenzie Emonson and Leilani Malo are preparing to take on the world.
"Honoured" to win national crown
A North Lakes hair salon is “honoured” and “couldn’t be prouder” after becoming one of the 2025 Australian Small Business Champions.
Testing times in classic race
Light wind conditions made the 77th Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to Gladstone (B2G) Yacht Race a “real endurance test”.
