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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Gloving up for All Star fight night
Seconds out, it’s show time again at All Star Boxing Academy which is counting down to its first fight night the year.
Panthers open up new pathway
North Lakes Panthers, the indoor netball club based at Northside Indoor Sports and Fitness, has launched an outdoor team.
Tropical Cyclone Aldred: Gates close
North Pine Dam’s floodgates, pictured above, have now closed following Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Water, roads and power update.
Laps for Josh: Kaz's mission to save lives
Karen Bennett lost her son Josh to suicide in 2018. The tragedy shook her family to its core. But Kaz found a sanctuary – in Burpengary.
Moreton Bay reopening after Cyclone Alfred
City of Moreton Bay has restarted services and is back in business as the recovery from Tropical Cyclone Alfred gathers pace. Here's how the region stands tonight ...
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Help hubs open
Moreton Bay region will have three of the major Community Recovery Hubs set up by the State Government to help those impacted by Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Masterplan for Old Petrie Town
A taskforce review has recommended Old Petrie Town remains for “community use” when City of Moreton Bay takes over the site.
Roads closed City of Moreton Bay March 11 2025
Dozens of roads remain closed across the City of Moreton Bay after widespread flash flooding caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Here is the list
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Recovery begins in Moreton Bay
Weather conditions are finally starting to ease in the City of Moreton Bay, but flooding remains a concern in some areas. For most though, recovery is beginning. Our photographers have been out and about.
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.
