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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In the pink over Movember challenge
Tim Stewart has taken up a Movember challenge – and gone a step further - to support men’s health issues.
Roads closed in Moreton Bay: November 22
UPDATED 5.50PM: Several roads are already closed across the City of Moreton Bay as heavy rain batters the region today. Here’s the list and weather forecast
'Cue-ing' up to face world's best
Moreton Bay's Josh Hands and Robbie Chilcott will line-up with one of the world’s greatest billiards players in Redcliffe tomorrow for the biggest tournament in this state.
Next steps for Moreton Bay's Olympic centre
Work on Moreton Bay’s new $205 million Olympic and Paralympic venue is gathering pace.
Roads closed Moreton Bay due to flooding, November 20
There are several roads closed across the City of Moreton Bay as heavy rain continues to fall in swollen catchments. Here’s the list
Places to go in Moreton Bay for last-minute Christmas parties
The festive season is just around the corner If you're scrambling to find a last-minute Christmas party venue in Moreton Bay, don't worry—we've got you covered!
Giving Machine's coming to town
The Giving Machine is coming back to Moreton Bay, with our region hosting one of two in Queensland in the month before Christmas.
$13m upgrade for sports ground
A masterplan has been endorsed to upgrade one of Moreton Bay region’s key sports grounds.
Bravery award for Moreton officer
A Moreton District officer who tackled an "armed offender" - despite being unarmed himself - has received a medal for bravery.
Vale Colin 'Smiley' Petersen - the fourth Bee Gee
Colin “Smiley” Petersen, the Bee Gees’ first drummer who grew up in Redcliffe, has died at the age of 78.
