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
23 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
23 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
23 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
23 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
23 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
23 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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Check your tickets - big Bribie Keno winner
News / Local
23 June 2026

Check your tickets - big Bribie Keno winner

Check your Keno tickets, Bongaree! A resident or visitor to the region has won a 9 Spot prize worth more than $180,000!

Jet-set for Suncorp grand final
News / Local
23 June 2026

Jet-set for Suncorp grand final

Get ready for the showdown! Moreton Bay United clinches NPL Qld Men’s Grand Final spot after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Brisbane City. Now, it's Jets vs. Gold Coast Knights at Suncorp Stadium. Don't miss the action!

Green light for new cancer centre
News / Local
23 June 2026

Green light for new cancer centre

Construction will start this month on a new cancer care facility in Caboolture, which is expected to receive its first patients in mid-2024.

New guide to My Health Now
News / Local
23 June 2026

New guide to My Health Now

A new form developed by a patient at Caboolture Hospital has been rolled out to provide important health information when it is needed most.

Iona strikes Open Water silver
News / Local
23 June 2026

Iona strikes Open Water silver

Iona Hearsum was the toast of Southern Cross Swimming Club after winning silver at the Brisbane Open Water Championships.

Campaigners fear another "tragedy"
News / Local
23 June 2026

Campaigners fear another "tragedy"

Campaigners in Clontarf have urged all levels of government to meet them and help prevent a “tragedy waiting to happen”.

Funding to help at-risk suburbs
News / Local
23 June 2026

Funding to help at-risk suburbs

Two suburbs will be at the centre of Moreton Bay City Council studies to safeguard communities from coastal erosion, storm tides and rising sea levels.

Geared up for semi-final showdowns
News / Local
23 June 2026

Geared up for semi-final showdowns

Six senior sides from Moreton Bay United and Peninsula Power are gearing up for semi-final showdowns in the state’s top football tier this weekend.

Rallying to help dog sanctuary
News / Local
23 June 2026

Rallying to help dog sanctuary

Support has flooded in for a Morayfield couple battling changes to their passion for the last 17 years – the Sanctuary for Senior Dogs Brisbane. ** FREE TO READ **

Huge support for bay suburb plan
News / Local
23 June 2026

Huge support for bay suburb plan

Deception Bay Residents Group (DBRG) has received overwhelming backing for its plans to help shape and unlock the suburb’s potential. ** FREE TO READ **