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
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4 June 2026

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
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4 June 2026

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
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4 June 2026

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
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4 June 2026

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
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4 June 2026

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
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4 June 2026

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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Proud legacy of Harry's track
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4 June 2026

Proud legacy of Harry's track

A beachside track has been officially named after teenager Harrison ‘Harry’ Payne, who died in a 4WD crash at Woorim in 2021.

Moreton Bay City Council Christmas closure 2025
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4 June 2026

Moreton Bay City Council Christmas closure 2025

Moreton Bay City Council administration and customer service centres will close during the Christmas period and there will be adjusted hours for other facilities. Here are the details.

Work to start on new pavilion
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4 June 2026

Work to start on new pavilion

The contract to build Suttons Beach Pavilion has been awarded and construction is set to start early next year.

Students' tribute in chalk
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4 June 2026

Students' tribute in chalk

Ten schools in the Moreton Bay region took part in Draw to Remember on Tuesday – as a tribute to Remembrance Day.

$2.6b 'entertainment city' for Moreton Bay
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4 June 2026

$2.6b 'entertainment city' for Moreton Bay

Infinity Planet, a $2.6 billion ‘permanent world expo’, is being planned for a huge site in one of Moreton Bay's fastest-growing regions.

New development under way
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4 June 2026

New development under way

Construction is officially under way on a new over 50s community in Lilywood, the first development in the new city of Waraba.

One point from Australian elite
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4 June 2026

One point from Australian elite

Moreton City Excelsior will walk out at Perry Park tomorrow just 90 minutes from writing another remarkable chapter in the club’s short history.

Green light for bay beach changes
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4 June 2026

Green light for bay beach changes

Changes are being made to dog off-leash and recreation areas along a popular Moreton Bay beach.

High-rise plans knocked back
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4 June 2026

High-rise plans knocked back

Plans for a new 10-storey development on Redcliffe’s waterfront have been narrowly rejected by Moreton Bay City Councillors.

From five bucks to a fortune
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4 June 2026

From five bucks to a fortune

A Deception Bay couple’s post-shopping feed turned into celebrations after they scored a whopping $700,000 in a game of Keno.