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
News / Outdoors
1 July 2026

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
1 July 2026

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
News / Local
1 July 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.

Best Places to visit in Moreton Bay for Summer Fun
News / Travel
1 July 2026

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
News / Local
1 July 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
News / Local
1 July 2026

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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Snappies' paddle to remember
News / Local
1 July 2026

Snappies' paddle to remember

Redcliffe Pink Snapdragons are both celebrating and remembering with a special ceremony on the water this weekend.

Green light for new apartments
News / Local
1 July 2026

Green light for new apartments

Plans for a new nine-storey, 65-apartment development in the heart of Redcliffe have been approved - despite concerns of some councillors.

Kim ready for "weighting game"
News / Local
1 July 2026

Kim ready for "weighting game"

Kim Prince is about to take another step on a remarkable journey from the circus high wire to triathlon and world champion bodybuilder.

Free mental health centre open
News / Local
1 July 2026

Free mental health centre open

Free, walk-in mental health support and care is now available in Redcliffe with the opening of a new Medicare Mental Health Centre.

Trio taking on Australia's best
News / Local
1 July 2026

Trio taking on Australia's best

Three Bribie teenagers will be on home territory when they face Australia’s top young weightlifters at the National Youth and Under 15 Championships this weekend.

Aussie legend bats for Matt
News / Local
1 July 2026

Aussie legend bats for Matt

Former Albany Creek Hawks batsman Matt Renshaw is in selectors’ sights for the Ashes, says an Australian cricket legend.

Big plans for new eStore
News / Local
1 July 2026

Big plans for new eStore

A major supermarket has lodged plans for a new shopping centre and second Queensland eStore on one of Moreton Bay’s busiest roads.

Beach tribute for Charlize
News / Local
1 July 2026

Beach tribute for Charlize

A beach access on Bribie Island is set to become Charlize’s Place in tribute to the teenager who died after a shark attack nearby.

March to celebrate centenary
News / Local
1 July 2026

March to celebrate centenary

Around 150 soldiers and officers will march through Redcliffe on Saturday to mark the centenary of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals.

Call for more campaign 'voices'
News / Local
1 July 2026

Call for more campaign 'voices'

Campaigners are appealing for more help as they battle plans for a two-level driving range on the former North Lakes golf course.