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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Green light for first facilities
Waraba will soon have its first essential community facilities at Lilywood Landings, the gateway to Moreton Bay's newest City.
Moreton Bay's new seagrass meadows
Unitywater has started planting seagrass across seven sites in Moreton Bay’s Marine Park to test reducing nutrient levels in local waterways.
Moreton Bay Community events in 2025
The calendar of community events for the first half of 2025 in Moreton Bay has been released, with plenty of options to suit residents of all ages. Here’s the list
Plant tips to avoid water pipe blockages
Unitywater is urging residents to pause before they plant, with more than 30 per cent of wastewater pipe blockages and overflows caused by tree roots. Here are some tips to avoid a problem at your place
How to get free native plants in Moreton Bay
City of Moreton Bay residential property owners can apply for a free native plant voucher via Moreton Bay City Council. Here’s how
How to keep pets safe in storms
RSPCA Queensland and Get Ready Queensland are urging pet owners to take steps to protect their furry friends during stormy and hot weather. Here’s how
Residents' "nightmare" finally over
Elimbah residents have today won their battle to stop the new Moreton Motorway going through their homes.
New laws to tackle safety fears
Mayor Peter Flannery says new laws are being brought in to tackle “unacceptable, illegal behaviour” by homeless people camping on Moreton Bay City Council land.
Pavilion plan takes major step forward
The new Suttons Beach Pavilion has this week moved closer to reality - while a loved landmark is set to be relocated.
Roads closed in City of Moreton Bay
Heavy rain is impacting the roads around Moreton Bay region today. Here are the latest closures.
