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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Cyclone Alfred: Turtle team's 10-day mission
Bribie Island National Park Turtle Conservation team has left the beach after spending 10 days – and almost 200 hours – preparing for Cyclone Alfred.
Sport sheltering from Cyclone Alfred
Sports clubs and organisations across Moreton Bay region are putting matches and training on hold ahead of Cyclone Alfred. Here’s a snapshot of announcements made …. so far.
Cyclone Alfred: Road closures Moreton Bay, March 5 2025
Moreton Bay City Council is closing vulnerable and low-lying roads across the city from today. Here's where they are.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Moreton Bay updates
UPDATE 7.48PM: The Bureau of Meteorology says the latest weather model data shows Tropical Cyclone Alfred could cross the coast later than expected. Here is our rolling coverage with the latest information.
Bree's drive inspires 'golf girls'
North Lakes resident Bree Edwards is part of a team helping to drive the rising number of women playing golf.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Going door-to-door
Emergency services are today door-knocking low-lying areas of Moreton Bay region which may be “flood impacted” by high tide and severe weather.
How to prepare for Tropical Cyclone Alfred
With Tropical Cyclone Alfred making a beeline for the southern Queensland coast, with Moreton Bay in the firing line, here are tips on what to expect and how to prepare.
Work to start on new reservoir
Unitywater will start work next month on a new 15 mega-litre water reservoir in Morayfield.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Moreton Bay in the firing line
UPDATE 8PM: The Bureau of Meteorology says Tropical Cyclone Alfred has turned and is now heading towards the South East Queensland Coast. Here is our rolling coverage - what's happening with schools, food supply and the forecast.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: sandbags ready
Residents across the Moreton Bay region are today following the warnings and preparing for Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Full list of sandbag stations.
