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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Power "very surprised" at decision
Peninsula Power says it was “very surprised” and “disappointed” at not making the second stage of selection for the new National Second Tier competition.
Volunteers making a difference
Today marks the start of National Volunteer Week, a chance to celebrate those who donate their time to help others in our community. Moreton Bay Regional Prostate Cancer Support Group is a shining example of why volunteers are so important
Shape of future at Centre of Excellence
The region's new $22 million Centre of Excellence for Women’s Football is fast taking shape at Brendale. CHECK OUT VIDEO
Siblings make state titles family affair
Nate and Tyriani Wood, from Woody Point, have added state titles to their national karting crowns.
Power's national setback - but Aaron returns
Peninsula Power has not been named among the clubs through to the second round of assessments for the new National Second Tier (NST). But their most successful head coach is back. FREE TO READ
New jobs as GYG Warner opens
Guzman y Gomez (GYG) will create around 100 new jobs with the opening of its fifth restaurant in the Moreton Bay Region on Tuesday.
Dewi's courting more medals
Margate's Dewi Madigan has already won gold, silver and bronze in an amazing autumn on the track – and now he’s looking for more.
New youth detention centre to be built at Woodford
The first of two new youth detention centres for Queensland will be built at the Woodford Correctional Precinct in the Moreton Bay Region
Wilson's new Mexican challenge
Liam Wilson, from All Star Boxing Academy in Lawnton, will kickstart his bid for another world title shot on the Gold Coast next month.
World's best heading to Morayfield
Morayfield is to host the return of international taekwondo to Australia – with a reigning world champion this week joining the early entries.
