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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Hotel upgrade to 5-star retreat
News / Local
1 July 2026

Hotel upgrade to 5-star retreat

A Moreton Bay hotel is to be upgraded and expanded into the region’s first 5-star retreat.

New soup kitchen set to open
News / Local
1 July 2026

New soup kitchen set to open

A new community soup kitchen, led by two Redcliffe women, will open today in the Moreton Bay region to help “anyone disadvantaged and struggling for food”.

City now in Roar sights
1 July 2026

City now in Roar sights

Brisbane Roar will make their shortest trip later this month for a pre-season clash with one of Moreton Bay’s top teams.

Revved up over motorsport plan
News / Local
1 July 2026

Revved up over motorsport plan

Proposals for a new $20 million motorsport park in Moreton Bay have been welcomed – with calls for even more tracks.

Golden glow after "epic" worlds
News / Local
1 July 2026

Golden glow after "epic" worlds

Australia’s swimming team is “stronger than ever", says Redcliffe-born Taylor McKeown, whose sister Kaylee struck gold at last week’s world titles.

Moreton Bay's 5-star "game changer"
News / Local
1 July 2026

Moreton Bay's 5-star "game changer"

Plans have been unveiled for a $250 million “game changer” which will give Moreton Bay its first greenfield 5-star hotel.

Green light for "hidden gem" development
News / Local
1 July 2026

Green light for "hidden gem" development

Plans have been approved for 95 new apartments on a foreshore block in one of Moreton Bay's “hidden gem” suburbs.

Vietnam Veterans’ Day services Moreton Bay 2025
News / Local
1 July 2026

Vietnam Veterans’ Day services Moreton Bay 2025

Veterans, their families and the community will pause to remember honour those who served during the Vietnam War at services across Moreton Bay on August 18. Here is a list of services.

Business lunch to focus on mental wellness in workplace
News / Local
1 July 2026

Business lunch to focus on mental wellness in workplace

Collaborate Moreton Bay will hold a Mental Wellness Business Lunch in October, bringing together the Moreton Bay business community to explore practical strategies for supporting positive mental wellbeing in the workplace. Here are the details.

Police extend CBD operation
News / Local
1 July 2026

Police extend CBD operation

The first three months of a police operation in Moreton Bay region has led to almost 170 charges being laid.