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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Latest from Moreton Bay City Council by-election count
News / Local
1 July 2026

Latest from Moreton Bay City Council by-election count

Counting has started in the Moreton Bay City Council Division 11 by-election but a result is not expected until next week. Here's why.

Water prices under spotlight
News / Local
1 July 2026

Water prices under spotlight

The State Government has ordered a review into water prices across South East Queensland, including the City of Moreton Bay. Here are the details and how long it’s expected to take.

High praise for award winner
News / Local
1 July 2026

High praise for award winner

Moreton Bay artist Marion Rodgers as brought home a $10,000 top award from this year's Brisbane Portrait Prize.

Target set for net zero
News / Local
1 July 2026

Target set for net zero

Moreton Bay City Council has adopted a roadmap and target date for reaching net zero community emissions.

Units plan for club site
News / Local
1 July 2026

Units plan for club site

Development plans for a 7500sqm block, which was home to a Moreton Bay bowls and community club, have been revealed.

World medals for dynamic duo
News / Local
1 July 2026

World medals for dynamic duo

Emotions were running high last night as Moreton Bay duo Lakeisha “Lucky” Patterson and Brenden Hall led Australia’s medal charge at the World Para Swimming Championships.

Don’t miss Moreton Bay Farm Trail
News / Local
1 July 2026

Don’t miss Moreton Bay Farm Trail

The Moreton Bay Farm Trail returns this weekend. It’s a chance to step through the farmgate and explore local farms and farmers’ hubs. Here are the details.

Dancing to help Forgotten Women
News / Local
1 July 2026

Dancing to help Forgotten Women

A Moreton Bay swimming centre has used one of Tina Turner’s most famous songs to help The Forgotten Women.

How $180m hotel site was lost - and won
News / Local
1 July 2026

How $180m hotel site was lost - and won

Rob Comiskey says building Moreton Bay’s new $180m five-star hotel precinct is “right in our wheelhouse” – unlike eight years ago.

New city taking shape - fast
News / Local
1 July 2026

New city taking shape - fast

Waraba is springing to life with construction surging at its first residential development, Lilywood Landings. See latest pictures.