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
28 June 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
28 June 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
28 June 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
28 June 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
28 June 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
28 June 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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How to create an Australian native garden oasis
News / Local
28 June 2026

How to create an Australian native garden oasis

Have you ever been bush walking and just stopped and thought… I wish I had this as my garden? Here's some expert tips on how to create an Australian native garden

Sporting salute to Brett
News / Local
28 June 2026

Sporting salute to Brett

The Moreton Bay region will host a special sporting tribute to Senior Constable Brett Forte on Saturday (October 5).

Fire ants in Moreton Bay: New tool for residents
News / Local
28 June 2026

Fire ants in Moreton Bay: New tool for residents

The fight against fire ants has taken a new turn, with residents in ‘suppression areas’ now able to treat fire ants and nests themselves using kits delivered to their homes. Here’s the details + a list of areas affected and tips on what to do

News / Local
28 June 2026

New "tourist park" plan for region

Plans have been lodged for a new caravan park and amenities in the Moreton Bay region.

Perfect Place to salute Phil
News / Local
28 June 2026

Perfect Place to salute Phil

Phil Hungerford, organiser of runs and triathlons in the Moreton Bay region and beyond for more than 40 years, is to have a reserve named in his honour.

Early polling booths for 2024 State Election in City of Moreton Bay
News / Local
28 June 2026

Early polling booths for 2024 State Election in City of Moreton Bay

The State Election campaign is in full swing. Do you want to vote early or via a postal vote? Here’s a full list of early polling booths in the City of Moreton Bay and the information you need

"Concerns" remain over Master Plan
News / Local
28 June 2026

"Concerns" remain over Master Plan

Campaigners say their “work is by no means done”, despite generally welcoming the final Scarborough Boat Harbour Master Plan. Check out graphic and comments.

News / Local
28 June 2026

New servo plan for major road

Plans have been submitted for a new service station near one of Moreton Bay’s biggest visitor attractions.

Bridge is back - higher and stronger
News / Local
28 June 2026

Bridge is back - higher and stronger

The new $8.9 million White Patch bridge has been opened - more than two years after the only entrance to the area was washed away.

Classmates-turned-friends take top UniSC honour
News / Local
28 June 2026

Classmates-turned-friends take top UniSC honour

What’s better than watching your friend graduate from the UniSC Moreton Bay, with a top academic honour? Standing beside them, doing the same thing!