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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And the winners are …
The ingenuity, resilience and tenacity of businesses across the Moreton Bay Region has been celebrated during the gala 2021 Moreton Bay Region Business Excellence and Innovation Awards night this evening. See the list of winners
Dean's saddling up to help others get a Viking
Dean Cameron has lost most of his sight. “The only thing I have left is a bit of light perception in my left eye,” he said. But that will not stop him riding the Moreton Bay 100.
Turning two into eight for Pickleball
Redcliffe Tennis Centre, which is run by Focus Tennis, is hoping to convert two of its 12 tennis courts into Pickleball courts to cater for one of the fastest-growing sports in the state.
Aussie call-up for North Lakes six
Six players at North Lakes Oztag have been selected for the Australian Tagaroos – five for the first time at Under 17 level.
Join challenge for Gateball record attempt
Deception Bay is to host the first ever Gateball Challenge later this month.
Join new Toy Run and help sick kids at Christmas
Bikers from across the region and beyond are being invited to sign-up for the first Bite Markets Toy Run.
Dance workshops for creative teens
The University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) is partnering with Queensland Ballet (QB) to bring dance workshops for teenagers to Moreton Bay next month.
Burpengary students' life-saving BeachMate
Students at St Eugene’s College, Burpengary have developed a new beach essential which can help save lives.
Top award for Parks and Recreation
North Harbour’s parklands and open space at Burpengary East have won top honours in the Parks and Recreation category at the 2021 UDIA Queensland Awards for Excellence.
Safety trial launched on Mt Mee road
A new trial is underway in Mount Mee to improve the safety of motorcyclists, following a 30 per cent increase in lives lost.
