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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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Garden show preps for July

For more than four decades, the Queensland Garden Show has brought gardening enthusiasts together, and in 2026 the much-loved event will return to Nambour from 10 to 12 July with A...

Insect army set loose

Thousands of insects bred to fight invasive weeds will soon be released across South East Queensland (SEQ), as a new biological control facility in Moreton Bay ramps up efforts to ...

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...

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...