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
24 June 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
24 June 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
24 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.

Best Places to visit in Moreton Bay for Summer Fun
News / Travel
24 June 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
24 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
News / Local
24 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.

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News / Local
24 June 2026

Cheapest fuel in SEQ is right here!

A Lawnton service station was the cheapest fuel stop in South-East Queensland (SEQ) for the last quarter, according to a new report. ** FREE GUIDE TO FACTS AND FIGURES **

Facts which will shape our future
News / Local
24 June 2026

Facts which will shape our future

Simon Kuestenmacher, one of the world’s top 10 demographers, is jetting in next month to reveal trends which will shape the City of Moreton Bay. ** FREE TO READ **

Vaccination rates drop in Metro North
News / Local
24 June 2026

Vaccination rates drop in Metro North

Vaccination rates have fallen among adults and children within the Metro North Hospital and Health Service catchment in the past three years, prompting a plea for people to ensure they stay up to date. Here's the details... **FREE TO READ**

"Shocked" to be unsung hero
News / Local
24 June 2026

"Shocked" to be unsung hero

Caboolture rugby coach Sione Lolohea was “shocked” to be named one of Australia's top 10 unsung sporting heroes in the Cadbury Volunteer Values Awards. ** FREE TO READ **

Motorists being driven to despair!
News / Local
24 June 2026

Motorists being driven to despair!

ROAD BLOCK: Billions of dollars will be spent huge road projects in the City of Moreton Bay over the next 20 years - but is it enough? Our roads are choking, travel times growing and stress levels rising. Which roads are driving you to despair? Here's our list ... tell us yours.

'Amazing' response to pink fundraiser
News / Local
24 June 2026

'Amazing' response to pink fundraiser

Pink is the colour at Cactus Jack’s on Redcliffe Pde for the highlight of a month-long drive to raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.** FREE TO READ **

News / Education
24 June 2026

Six strategies to ease Year 12 exam stress

As QCAA exams approach, it’s important for students and parents to understand the stress that usually comes with these studies and how to manage it. Here's the details

Magpie swooping season in Moreton Bay
News / Local
24 June 2026

Magpie swooping season in Moreton Bay

Magpie swooping season is in fill swoop and it’s time to stay vigilant and protect yourself. Find out why they swoop and how to protect yourself

Landmark for $8m river project
News / Local
24 June 2026

Landmark for $8m river project

The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.

New services for Bribie hospital
News / Local
24 June 2026

New services for Bribie hospital

Services at the new Bribie Island Satellite Hospital have been expanded to include chemotherapy. ** FREE TO READ **