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
21 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
21 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
21 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
21 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
21 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
21 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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News / Local
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How world reacted to Cam Smith's stunning victory

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Smith's stunning Open victory
21 June 2026

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Producers shine in Feastival videos
News / Local
21 June 2026

Producers shine in Feastival videos

Four very different producers are enjoying a moment in the spotlight as Tastes of Moreton Bay Feastival Ambassador Alastair McLeod ramps up promotion of the foodie extravaganza which starts next month. Meet the producers and see the videos

Cooking up treat at steam fair
News / Outdoors
21 June 2026

Cooking up treat at steam fair

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News / Local
21 June 2026

Get free taste of GovHack

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Drivers face major change in highway upgrade
News / Local
21 June 2026

Drivers face major change in highway upgrade

Drivers heading south on the Bruce Highway will be switched to a new, wider road between Six Mile Creek and Pumicestone Rd in the next week.

Dakabin centre appeals for blankets and dog coats
News / Local
21 June 2026

Dakabin centre appeals for blankets and dog coats

RSPCA Dakabin needs blankets and medium-large dog coats to help pets in its care keep warm this winter.

Top players chasing biggest pro-am prize
21 June 2026

Top players chasing biggest pro-am prize

Top touring professionals are heading to Redcliffe Golf Club this week for Australia’s most lucrative adidas PGA Pro-Am Series event.

Warriors in campaign to score tourists
News / Council
21 June 2026

Warriors in campaign to score tourists

New Zealand Warriors NRL team players are starring in a new tourism campaign encouraging their Kiwi family and friends to Escape to Moreton Bay like a Warrior. Here’s what is happening