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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Council revamps disaster dashboard
Moreton Bay Regional Council has upgraded its Disaster Dashboard, adding features to ensure residents have all the information they need in a natural disaster. Here’s the details and how to access it
Interest rates rise … again
The Reserve Bank of Australia has today lifted interest rates again – the ninth time since May 2022. Here’s what it means
Mayor on US trade mission
Moreton Bay Regional Council Mayor Peter Flannery is leading a three-day trade delegation this week through tech start-up hubs in the United States to sell The Mill in Moreton Bay as a strategic investment opportunity. Here’s what’s happening
Nominate now for business awards
Entries are flowing in for the 2023 Moreton Bay Business Excellence and Innovation Awards, which celebrate the achievements of businesses and individuals. Here’s how you can enter your business
Cameras switched on in school zones
New speed cameras fixed inside flashing school zone signs have been switched on for the first time this morning across Queensland. Here's the details
Back to school – tips for parents
The new school year is almost here! While many parents will be rejoicing, there are many whose children are doing it for the first time, starting high school or anxious about returning to class. Here’s some expert tips to help
Moreton Bay Regional Council CEO resigns
After three years at the helm of Australia’s third largest Council, Greg Chemello has resigned as CEO of Moreton Bay Regional Council. Here’s what we know
Unitywater offers staff Australia Day holiday swap
Unitywater has joined the growing number of organisations offering team members the opportunity to swap the 26 January public holiday and take another day in lieu
Plans lodged for new 140-room hotel
Plans have been submitted for an eight-story hotel above a shopping centre in the Moreton Bay Region.
Mayor: ‘serious conversation’ needed on urban sprawl
Moreton Bay Regional Council Mayor Peter Flannery says a serious conversation about infill developments – building new homes in established centres - needs to happen this year to prevent further suburban sprawl. It comes as greater green protections take effect across the region. Here’s what’s happening
