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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Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Moreton Bay on alert
UPDATE 8PM: University of the Sunshine Coast UniSC researchers have warned of the possible impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Our rolling coverage tells you what you need to know, the latest warnings, how council and Unitywater are ready to respond + sandbag station locations
Tropical Cyclone Alfred ‘likely’ to turn towards coast
UPDATE 2pm: Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has just given an update on Tropical Cyclone Alfred which is likely to turn towards the southern Queensland coast from Tuesday. Here is the latest
Candle lighting to honour women
BPW Moreton Bay will “honour women, inspire change and light the way for a brighter future” in a special ceremony next week.
Camping ban on public land
Moreton Bay City Council has today voted to change Local Law Guidelines and ban camping on public land.
“Austin’s resilience inspires us every day.”
A Warner mum has shared the story of her brave five-year-old son to help support those Australians living with a rare disease.
Tillies' debut caps remarkable month
Redcliffe-born Laini Freier, who played junior and senior football in Moreton Bay, has followed her twin sister and become a Matilda.
Swap Day for Cubeez collectors
Minecraft Cubeez collectors across the Moreton Bay region are being given a special one-day boost this weekend.
'Open' support for Charlize tribute
Plans have started for a permanent tribute to Charlize Zmuda, the teenager who died after a shark attack off Bribie Island earlier this month.
Going digital on trade waste
Unitywater is introducing digital data loggers for trade waste customers, to better monitor and operate the wastewater network.
Celebrating of food and community
Street Feast, a travelling food market, is coming to the Moreton Bay region next month.
