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
1 July 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
1 July 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
1 July 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
1 July 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
1 July 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
1 July 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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Pilot program to help homeless
News / Local
1 July 2026

Pilot program to help homeless

The State Government is being urged to join a new pilot program to help the homeless in City of Moreton Bay.

Silver lining to cup quest
News / Local
1 July 2026

Silver lining to cup quest

Taj Harrington, from All Star Boxing Academy in Lawnton, has stamped his name on the international stage by medalling at one of the world's top youth tournaments.

Slab marks Waraba milestone
News / Local
1 July 2026

Slab marks Waraba milestone

A giant crane has lifted a 35-tonne slab into place at Waraba marking an important landmark in Unitywater’s Waste Water Project.

On track for dynamic double header
News / Local
1 July 2026

On track for dynamic double header

Moreton Bay’s biggest sporting venue will soon be transformed into an international class racetrack thanks to 6000 tonnes of local topsoil.

Nightworks warning for drivers
News / Local
1 July 2026

Nightworks warning for drivers

Motorists are being warned of nightworks about to start on the Bruce Highway between Dohles Rocks Rd and Anzac Ave.

New shopping centre plans revealed
News / Local
1 July 2026

New shopping centre plans revealed

A new shopping centre will be built north of Caboolture, if development plans are given the green light.

Shoring up Moreton Bay coastline
News / Local
1 July 2026

Shoring up Moreton Bay coastline

Moreton Bay’s coastal defences have received more than $15 million funding for four key projects.

Taking swing at national title
News / Local
1 July 2026

Taking swing at national title

Three North Lakes mates are swapping cricket bats for golf clubs at the international X-League Championships this month.

Alert issued over severe weather threat
News / Local
1 July 2026

Alert issued over severe weather threat

Moreton Bay City Council has issued a Moreton Alert for ‘increased risk of severe weather’ on Thursday. Here are the details.

$14m upgrades for key road
News / Local
1 July 2026

$14m upgrades for key road

Work is set to start on a $14 million upgrade to Anzac Ave in Kallangur and three Bruce Highway entry and exit ramps.