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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7 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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7 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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7 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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7 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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7 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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7 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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Salute to club's half century
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7 June 2026

Salute to club's half century

Players, officials, members and friends – past and present – gathered last month to celebrate Peninsula Cricket Club (PCC) reaching its half century.

Park plan tribute for Ken Hatchman
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7 June 2026

Park plan tribute for Ken Hatchman

One of Moreton Bay’s unsung community heroes is set to have a park named after him.

Turning course pink for McGrath fundraiser
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7 June 2026

Turning course pink for McGrath fundraiser

Redcliffe Golf Club will be a sea of pink at the 42nd annual Dorothy Banks Charity Day, being held next month.

Green bins are coming to Moreton Bay

Moreton Bay City Council is about to start delivering new Garden Organics (GO) bins. Here’s the details

Passion for design shines through
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7 June 2026

Passion for design shines through

Eva Porter has transformed a blank canvas at Wights Mountain into a stunning haven. See the images...

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7 June 2026

Spotlight on drug-driving boosts community safety

The rules around driving while taking medicinal cannabis and the potential dangers of driving while using certain types of prescription medication are the focus of a new campaign. See the video...

Final countdown for region's top two
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7 June 2026

Final countdown for region's top two

The region’s top two teams are preparing for a Sunday semi-final showdown - with the prize a place in the state’s grand final.

Alison arrowing in on iconic venue
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7 June 2026

Alison arrowing in on iconic venue

Alison Hagaman’s “office” for 10 days will be one of the most historic sites in Paris.

Mighty effort in Endeavour Foundation rally
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7 June 2026

Mighty effort in Endeavour Foundation rally

A team from Samford is among 70 groups that have hit the road for this year’s Great Endeavour Rally.

Repairs start on road landslips
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7 June 2026

Repairs start on road landslips

Work has started to repair a number of landslips on Brisbane-Woodford Road, known locally as the Mt Mee and Dayboro Roads.