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A greener track ahead for Lowood

More than 500 native trees and shurbs were planted along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail at Lowood, as pa...

Somerset groups share in $58K funding boost

SOMERSET Regional Council approved more than $58,000 in funding between 24 community groups through Roun...

Motorists to get relief from soaring fuel prices

REGIONAL motorists are set to benefit from further fuel relief after states and territories agreed to fo...

35 years of fire power

The Mount Hallen Rural Fire Brigade marked a major celebrated 35 years of service with a community event...

Narangba in review

MORETON Bay Council will ask the State Government to approve a new Temporary Local Planning Instrument (...

State and federal plans cut power bills

Households and small businesses across Moreton Bay and Somerset could see relief on their electricity bi...

Hard hats, big hearts

Workers at the Woodford Youth Detention Centre construction site have raised $35,000 for the local commu...

Calls grow to fast-track road relief

MORETON Bay Council says the State Government’s planned delivery of the Bruce Highway Western Alternativ...

50 years on the road

After half a century on the road, John and Lenore Christensen have officially handed over their long-run...

Caboolture museum gets ready for takeoff

A new aviation museum is preparing to open in Caboolture following the closure of the region’s former Wa...

The fuel price is biting as farmers count the costs

Diesel prices topping $3.20 a litre and tightening supply across Moreton Bay and Somerset are forcing fa...

Somerset joins fight for roads

Somerset Regional Council has joined councils across the state in supporting Local Government Associatio...

Fundraiser launched after large shed fire

A fundraising campaign has been launched to support a Mt Tarampa local facing ongoing medical treatment ...

Glassies star set to shine

THE 2026 Glass House Small Business Awards, affectionately known as the “Glassies”, are calling for nomi...

Scrapping metal theft

New laws targeting scrap metal theft have been welcomed by local councils, with Moreton Bay alone saying...

Rows of new homes

Moreton Bay Council has expanded its pitch to host Olympic rowing in 2032, tying the proposed venue to a...

Security upgrade for Uhlmann Rd boat ramp

Boaties and visitors to the Uhlmann Road Boat Ramp can expect improved safety, with a new CCTV security ...

Fuel security boost

A new national role has been created to safeguard Australia’s fuel supply, with the Federal Government a...

Tree-mendous advocacy

A CONTROVERSIAL Mount Mee road upgrade that would have resulted in the removal of two historic gum trees...

Scoring a $1.7M upgrade

Netballers can now play on eight new accessible courts at South Pine Sports Complex following the comple...

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Local JPs lead in Morayfield

For more than two decades, the Justice of the Peace (JP) service at Morayfield Shopping Centre has been a trusted and reliable presence, providing vital legal support to residents ...

Fixed teeth with All-On-X implants in Morayfield

A new dental treatment is changing the way patients restore their smiles, with Morayfield Dental Studio now offering a procedure that allows people to walk in with missing teeth an...

Council takes meeting to Linville

Somerset Regional Council took its third community meeting on the road this week, meeting directly with Linville residents at the local community hall on Tuesday, 24 March. Linvill...

Sport

Toogoolawah Bowls

Tuesday March 24 – Malcolm Adams, Len Smyth, Neville Finlay and Keith Mc Whirter attended Lowood for the monthly pub day fours. The team reported having two great games and enjoyin...

Kilcoy Bowls

Tuesday 25 March – Trophy Day sponsored by Lyn Chandler & Pam Taylor. Thank you Lyn & Pam. The Spider was won by Trevor Stewart. Winners of the day, with the highest winning score ...

Esk Golf

Friday Turkey Run 27-3-2026 – Mario Beetz took the win with a 42/30. Runner-up was Steve Varcoe 47/31. Garry Punch won Best Putts 13. Phil Jones won the pinshot on 8. G Punch 46/32...

Entertainment

Egg-citement builds for Good Friday Carnival

Families are being invited to kick off the Easter long weekend at the Caboolture Good Friday Easter Carnival, with a full day of entertainment and activities planned for all ages. ...

A decade of bloom in Esk

The Esk Garden Fair is set to spread its wings this year, celebrating a decade of horticultural success with a major site expansion and a fresh festival atmosphere. To mark the 10-...

Three days of music set to rock Esk at 2026 Camp & Jam

Music lovers and campers are being invited to Esk later this month for a weekend of live entertainment and community spirit at the 2026 Esk Camp & Jam. The three-day event will run...

Community

Council takes meeting to Linville

Somerset Regional Council took its third community meeting on the road this week, meeting directly with Linville residents at the local community hall on Tuesday, 24 March. Linvill...

Local community groups and events

Kilcoy Krafters: Come along and join a fun group of craft, learn to sew, knit, crochet, patchwork and quilting. Beginners and experienced all welcome. Just turn up to the Kilcoy Li...

Bush life inspires artist of the month

The Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery has announced award-winning Woodford artist Bobby Winkel as its Artist of the Month for April, showcasing her distinctive works inspired by rural ...

Real Estate

Over 50s bayside living in Burpengary

By Living Gems Moreton Bay Imagine waking up to fresh coastal breezes, knowing your days are yours to enjoy. That’s the lifestyle waiting for you at Living Gems Moreton Bay — a vib...

Burpengary gets ready for housing

More than 1,000 new homes could soon be unlocked in Burpengary, with major sewer infrastructure works nearing completion to support the area’s rapid growth. The $2.35 million Adset...

Property law to count on

With demand for housing and development continuing to rise, a long-established local law firm is helping buyers, sellers and developers navigate the region’s property market. David...

A greener track ahead for Lowood

Somerset groups share in $58K funding boost

Motorists to get relief from soaring fuel prices

35 years of fire power

Narangba in review

State and federal plans cut power bills

Hard hats, big hearts

Calls grow to fast-track road relief

50 years on the road

Caboolture museum gets ready for takeoff

The fuel price is biting as farmers count the costs

Somerset joins fight for roads

Fundraiser launched after large shed fire

Glassies star set to shine

Scrapping metal theft

Rows of new homes

Security upgrade for Uhlmann Rd boat ramp

Fuel security boost

Tree-mendous advocacy

Scoring a $1.7M upgrade

Latest News

Local JPs lead in Morayfield

Fixed teeth with All-On-X implants in Morayfield

Council takes meeting to Linville

Sport

Toogoolawah Bowls

Kilcoy Bowls

Esk Golf

Entertainment

Egg-citement builds for Good Friday Carnival

A decade of bloom in Esk

Three days of music set to rock Esk at 2026 Camp & Jam

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Community

Council takes meeting to Linville

Local community groups and events

Bush life inspires artist of the month

Real Estate

Over 50s bayside living in Burpengary

Burpengary gets ready for housing

Property law to count on