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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Don’t miss Anywhere Festival Moreton Bay
Creativity, imagination and unexpected performances are coming to local businesses, community spaces, and everyday places this May for Anywhere Festival Moreton Bay. Here are the details
Counting down to blue water classic
The stage is set for one of Australia’s premier offshore sailing events which can be seen from Redcliffe’s waterfront tomorrow.
Gold at the double for sisters
Mara and Amelie Hoefel made it a golden double for Redcliffe at the Water Polo Queensland State Championships.
Park honour for pioneering jockey
Parkland in Woodford is to be renamed after a historic Queensland sportswoman who blazed a trail more than 100 years ago.
Historic building helps meet demand
One of Bribie Island’s oldest buildings, the former masonic lodge at Bongaree, is being opened up again.
Police hold special day for Archie
Moreton District police have joined with the community to organise an afternoon of fun for 11-year-old Archie as he took time out of medical treatment.
Where to vote early in Moreton Bay for 2025 Federal Election
Early voting for the 2025 Federal Election opens on April 22 at polling centres across the city of Moreton Bay. Here’s a list of the places where you can vote early.
2025 Federal Election candidates Dickson
The 2025 Federal Election will be held on May 3, with early polling opening on April 22. Here’s a list of candidates in the seat of Dickson.
Fast-tracking $119m development
Traders In Purple has fast-tracked the launch of the final stage of its Tydal apartments, at Woody Point, by more than a year.
Green light for 400-home development
Work is set to start on a new $428 million over-50s community in the Moreton Bay region.
