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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...

Latest News

Moreton Saleyards market report

Agents Boyd O’Brien Bartholomew reported a yarding of 637 head of cattle. Feeder & restocker steers sold to strong competition, as did quality pasture fed heifers. Some heavy cows ...

Cattle markets – Laidley

547 head were sold at Stariha Auctions Laidley cattle sale on Thursday. Overall, the rates eased for all descriptions compared to previous weeks, with cows and steers the least aff...

Esk Golf

Friday 3/4/26 Chooky/Turkey Challenge – 1st Round Single Stroke Sponsor Brisbane Valley Hire & Sales First Rd Win to The Chooky Team – Daily Winner W Heath 25nett; R/UP S Dargan 27...

Sport

Esk Golf

Friday 3/4/26 Chooky/Turkey Challenge – 1st Round Single Stroke Sponsor Brisbane Valley Hire & Sales First Rd Win to The Chooky Team – Daily Winner W Heath 25nett; R/UP S Dargan 27...

Kilcoy Bowls

Tuesday 31 March – Star of the Green: Trevor Stewart defeated Pam Taylor and will play Harold Alford on Tuesday 14 April. Winners of the day, with the highest winning score of 14 a...

Toogoolawah Golf

Wednesday 1st April – (White Rabbit) Ladies played a 9 hole single stableford.Winner Taylah Roper 21 points, run/up Jenny Valcoe 15 points. Enids NTP no 4 Julie Yeo. PM Chook run a...

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

Vintage films for local seniors

Somerset seniors are invited to step back in time and enjoy a classic film experience this Sunday, April 12, as part of a special midday movie event in Kilcoy. The In Good Company ...

Mad Hatter magic returns to Lowood

Families across Somerset are invited to step into a world of whimsy and fun at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party on Tuesday, April 14 from 9am to 12pm at Clock Park, Lowood. The event wil...

Moreton ready to go full Pride

Moreton Bay’s biggest celebration of pride is set to return this month, with organisers promising a bigger and more inclusive event than ever — and for the first time, it will be f...

Real Estate

Builders warn of wage blowout

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has lodged its initial submission to the Fair Work Commission’s 2026 Annual Wage Review (AWR), calling for a 3.5 per cent increase to the Nat...

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...

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

Moreton Saleyards market report

Cattle markets – Laidley

Esk Golf

Sport

Esk Golf

Kilcoy Bowls

Toogoolawah 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

Vintage films for local seniors

Mad Hatter magic returns to Lowood

Moreton ready to go full Pride

Real Estate

Builders warn of wage blowout

Over 50s bayside living in Burpengary

Burpengary gets ready for housing