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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How award-winner Therese loves "every minute" at work
Therese Thomson, the region's business awards Employee of the Year, loves “every minute” of her job and is happy to share the reasons why.
Trio named in Dolphins' world team
Three members of the Belgravia Swim Team at Burpengary Regional Aquatic Centre will be flying to Madeira in June to take on the world.
Vegas back in 'camp' for birthday bout
Vegas Larfield, from All Star Boxing Academy in Lawnton, could have two special reasons to celebrate on May 7 - it’s the date he turns 20 and has his next fight.
State of Origin next in stadium sights
The success of today’s NRL Women’s Grand Final may be a stepping stone to more major rugby league events at Moreton Daily Stadium.
Region's best primed for national challenge
Nineteen of our region’s top young swimmers - including Rylee Smith pictured above - are heading to Adelaide next week having qualified for this country's toughest competition for teenagers.
"Famous occasion" for this region, says The King
League legend Wally Lewis, nicknamed The King, believes Sunday’s NRLW Grand Final will be “inspirational” for the sport in the Moreton Bay Region.
Restrictions ease for unvaccinated
Vaccination mandates and restrictions are to be relaxed further next week as Queensland "returns to a new normal".
Monday Madness for Caboolture's Gold Lotto winners
Ten Caboolture residents have a new favourite day of the week after their syndicate dubbed ‘Monday Madness’, delivered $1 million in last night’s Gold Lotto draw.
Hospitals using virtual reality to help sick kids
Virtual reality headsets are being used at Caboolture Hospital and The Prince Charles Hospital Children’s Emergency Department to make visits less traumatic for youngsters.
Brooke lands title belt - and world ranking
Brooke Cooper, the Burpengary-based boxer, is world ranked after just three fights.
