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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Precinct plan for huge block
Plans have been lodged for a new industry and business precinct on Deception Bay Road.
Ripper boost for Junior Classic
Entries have opened today for the 2024 Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC), which is being supported by one of the world’s major golf tours.
Revving up for charity run
Hundreds of trucks will roll into Redcliffe next month as part of the 15th annual Brisbane Convoy for Kids (BC4K).
Triumph, sadness - and exciting future
Redcliffe’s historic and emotional grand final victory has completed one club journey – and started another.
World Mental Health Day: Supporting parents is critical
Advocates from the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program say parents and carers need to support their children’s wellbeing as well as their own, to ease Australia’s growing mental health crisis. It comes as we mark World Mental Health day today
National call-ups after golden titles
Redcliffe water polo stars Amelie Hoefel and Tian Markart have won gold medals - and places in next year's national training program.
Work to start on new park
Construction will soon start on a new $3.4 million play and picnic park, which has “been in the works” of Moreton Bay region more than 20 years.
"Premier" plans for prime site
Plans for a “premier” hotel on one of Moreton Bay region’s most high-profile blocks of land, will take a significant step forward this week.
Young volunteer makes Heroes final
Tristan Kolio, who was inspired to join Moreton Bay SES after the devastating floods of 2022, is now a finalist in the QBANK Everyday Heroes Awards.
Funding call as homelessness hits record high
The number of homeless people in the City of Moreton Bay has risen 90 per cent in the last decade, according to 2021 Census figures.
