Community

16 August 2024

Want to buy a pub?

The hotel’s current owners, Tanya and Evan Grimward, along with Tracey and Cathal Diver, made the announcement on Tuesday. “It’s with very mixed emotions that we confirm we have made the tough decision to put our beloved hotel on the market,” the own...

16 August 2024

Water comes to Waraba

An initial $38.5 million in funding from the State Government for the infrastructure works will enable the development of Waraba’s first 2,500 homes. The major wastewater works, including a wastewater pumping station, are being delivered by Unitywate...

15 August 2024

Blossoming disabilities

Many Somerset councillors attended the event, including Deputy Mayor Helen Brieschke, Cr Kylee Isidro, and Cr Tiara Hurley. The open day featured painting tutorials, origami making, roping demonstrations, and garden displays. Guests enjoyed homemade ...

15 August 2024

History makes a comeback

QLHF has called on the support of Abbeystowe to bring this event back to life, showcasing history from Ancient Rome to WWII, featuring re-enactment groups from across Queensland. Throughout the weekend, guests can indulge in the thrills of jousting, ...

14 August 2024

Lowood Kindy’s family fun fete

The community event serves as the biggest fundraising opportunity for Lowood Kindergarten, a local not-for-profit community kindergarten. This year the kindergarten is aiming to raise $10,000, surpassing last year’s impressive $9,000. Entry to the ev...

14 August 2024

Zonta Caboolture celebrates 31 years

Many current and past members attended the celebration, including several who have also been part of Zonta International for many years, as well as Charter President Sandra Cooke. Zonta Club of Caboolture President Pam Berkett said the event was a gr...

14 August 2024

Happy b’day Moreton!

Mayor Peter Flannery said the City declaration was truly a coming-of-age moment. “Not only did it signal our renewed ambition, but it also gave us a significant opportunity to be heard,” he said. “As one of Australia’s fastest growing local governmen...

13 August 2024

Jackaroo’s final stops

While Maleny was Sam’s final stop, he spent time travelling through the Somerset and Moreton Bay region, where he was given a warm welcome. The Woodford Lions Club, helped contribute to Sam’s rural causes with a welcome $250 donation. It is a triumph...