Woodford & Surrounds
Get a little taste of country right on the city’s doorstep in Woodford and Surrounds located to the west of the Moreton Bay Region. The Woodford region is steeped in history and retains much of its yesteryear charm.
Things to see and do in Woodford
- Cruice Park
- Durundur Homestead Monument
- Windows of Woodford Art Trail
- Woodford Railway
- Stony Creek
- Neurum Creek Bush Retreat
Woodford Folk Festival public tickets on sale
Public tickets for the 2026 Woodford Folk Festival go on sale, with organisers reporting soaring early demand as community connection and curiosity continue to drive crowds to Queensland’s iconic cultural event.
Turning trash to trees with record result
Woodford Folk Festival 2025–26 saved a record-breaking 120,000 containers from landfill, smashing the previous year's collection of 90,000 containers.
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.
Best Places to visit in Moreton Bay for Summer Fun
From splashing around in waterholes to enjoying a picnic with a view, Moreton Bay is one of the best places to visit in Queensland to make the most of the summer sunshine.
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.
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Brotherly banter turns into $1m win!
A Warner man who joked with his brother about being this week's mystery $1 million Gold Lotto winner, was shocked to find out, it was him! ** FREE TO READ **
Check your tickets! $1m Warner win
A Warner resident or visitor scored a sweet $1 million treat in last night’s Monday & Wednesday Gold Lotto draw - but may be unaware of their win! ** FREE TO READ **
NAG takes marina battle to court
Newport Action Group (NAG) has lodged an appeal against a decision which may lead to a multi-million dollar hotel development in the suburb’s marina. ** FREE TO READ **
Striding towards safer crossing
Work will start soon on making it safer for pedestrians to cross at the roundabout on Anzac Ave and Marine Pde in Redcliffe. ** FREE TO READ **
Minister's message to residents
Transport Minister Bart Mellish says he had a “positive meeting” with protesters fighting the proposed route of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA) Stage 4. ** FREE TO READ **
Key dates in council elections
Candidates are starting to throw their hats into the ring ahead of the Moreton Bay City Council elections in March. ** FREE TO READ **
Police issue dash cam appeal
Redcliffe Police are appealing for “dash cam or any recordings” of an alleged robbery yesterday around 5.20pm at a shopping area in Dakabin. ** FREE TO READ **
New Bribie Bridge designs unveiled
Plans for a second Bribie Island Bridge have been released, giving residents and visitors a glimpse into the future. ** FREE TO READ, PICTURES, HAVE YOUR SAY **
Salute to 'Safe Room' supporters
A new ‘safe room’ has been officially opened in Deception Bay Police Station for victims of domestic violence (DV). It's one of three in our region. ** FREE TO READ **
Donate a Book Appeal improving literacy
Libraries across Moreton Bay have continued to facilitate the Donate a Book Appeal, with the community donating 974 more books in 2023 than in 2022. Here's the details
