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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Moreton Bay Regional Council Budget 2023/24: What you need to know
Moreton Bay Regional Council has just adopted its 2023/24 Budget. Here’s what’s in it for you including the rise in rates, funding for key projects, roads, services and events, plus a sweetener for self-funded retirees. ***FREE TO READ***
$53m station upgrade set to start
Work on the $53 million upgrade of Burpengary railway station is expected to start next month.
Doors ready to BOUNCE open
The new BOUNCE Morayfield indoor entertainment centre, for children and adults of all ages, has announced its opening date in this month's school holidays.
Church plans get green light
Plans to build a new church on Bribie Island have been approved - despite opposition from residents and some councillors.
Funding for wildlife rescuers
Wildlife Rescue Queensland (WRQ) will receive $160,000 over the next two years from Moreton Bay Regional Council to bolster its operations.
Historic day for Caboolture West
The first development in Waraba – the name for Caboolture West – was today unanimously approved by Moreton Bay Regional Council.
Stunning start for Kaylee and Sam
Former Moreton Bay swimmers Kaylee McKeown and Sam Short have set Australia’s World Championships Trials alight on the opening day in Melbourne.
Footpath Sale back at the Y
The Festival Footpath Sale is back for a third year at the YMCA Op Shop Mango Hill on Saturday.
Work begins on $9m school hall
Construction is now underway on a new $9 million multi-purpose hall at Deception Bay State School.
Tunnel vision to solve nightmare
A “new solution” for north Brisbane’s struggling road network should extend right into Moreton Bay Region, says Mayor Peter Flannery.
