Community

26 November 2025

Games, goodwill and $83.7K for community

THE 2025 Ausbuild Community Challenge came to life at Peninsula Power FC’s AJ Kelly Park last month, where 18 community teams joined forces with five local businesses, raising nearly $84,000 for local community causes. Teams enjoyed a day packed with...

26 November 2025

Medieval fun takes the gold

THE Abbey Medieval Festival has been named Queensland’s best festival and event, having taken home Gold in the Festivals and Events category at the 2025 Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) Tourism Awards on November 14. The achievement recogni...

26 November 2025

Denim to the rescue

LOVERS of denim are being encouraged to show their support for local rescue animals this December, as Moreton Bay local Kay Schafer launched a heartfelt fundraising initiative with the ambitious goal of raising $1,000 by Christmas. Kay, a passionate ...

24 November 2025

Esk Choir brings in 35th festive show

THE countdown to Christmas is officially on, and the Esk Community Choir is inviting residents to step into the festive season at its 35th annual Christmas Concert, set for Sunday, December 7. This year’s celebration promises an extra burst of energy...

23 November 2025

Lowood angels in need, golfers take the lead

THE need for affordable food support has soared to unprecedented heights, with Lowood non-profit Harvest Angels seeing an unprecented demand for their food hamper services. Against this backdrop of rising demand, the Lowood Golf Club donated over $1,...

21 November 2025

Caboolture for Ukraine

CABOOLTURE resident Rob Porter, a longtime volunteer and pastor, is once again preparing to journey to Ukraine this Christmas season to deliver much-needed aid to families displaced by war and is calling on the community to help raise funds. With the...

19 November 2025

Lowood ropes in huge crowd

THE 2025 Lowood Rodeo drew a bumper crowd on November 8, with spectators packing the grounds for a full day of high-energy competition and family-friendly entertainment. Organisers reported “huge numbers in all competitions”, with riders and stock co...

19 November 2025

Nominate an unsung hero

SOMERSET Council is calling on the community to help celebrate the outstanding contributions of local individuals, groups and events by nominating them for the 2026 Somerset Australia Day Awards. The annual awards shine a light on the people and orga...

18 November 2025

Turning orange for DV change

THE Zonta Club of Caboolture is once again joining thousands of Zonta clubs worldwide to “paint” communities orange as part of the annual Zonta International 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. Running from November 25 to Dece...