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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Mayor's pitch for critical funding
Federal Election candidates have been told a “fair share of funding” is vital for City of Moreton Bay’s future.
Roads closed Moreton Bay due to flooding March 29 2025
There are several roads closed across the City of Moreton Bay as heavy rain hits the region. Here are the roads affected.
Work starts on 2000-home development
The first sod has been officially turned on the new Rivermont development which will bring more than 2000 new homes to Waraba.
Roads closed in Moreton Bay due to flooding March 28 2025
There are several roads closed across the City of Moreton Bay as heavy rain hits the region. Here are the roads affected.
Driving ahead with $80m upgrade
The $80 million upgrade of Youngs Crossing Rd, across North Pine River, has taken another significant step forward.
'Olympic legacy' for Moreton Bay
Moreton Bay’s proposed $205 million Olympic and Paralympic centre ticked virtually every box in a key review of Brisbane’s 2032 venues.
Green light for Moreton Bay's Olympic venue
Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre has today been confirmed as one of the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic venues.
Green light for Bribie review
An urgent review will be held into the Bribie Island breakthrough, which has raised concerns for many residents and businesses.
Students offer free counselling
Final-year UniSC Counselling students, supervised by professionals, have opened a free clinic providing therapeutic services in the Moreton Bay region.
Turning containers into conservation
Woodfordia is turning trash into trees thanks to volunteers at the Woodfolk Folk Festival collecting 10 cent containers to fund site conservation.
