Community

21 October 2025

Concerns over road access in growth suburb

Three new developments — including the 272-home GemLife community, a new childcare centre, and the expansion of the Hedley Park Estate — are set to signifi cantly increase road use along Hedley Drive, the estate’s only access road connecting to the D...

21 October 2025

Songbirds and brushstrokes

The visit followed the choir’s receipt of a special 30th anniversary gift from Member for Morayfield, Mark Ryan: a striking painting of songbirds by Mr Edwards, a well-known local artist whose surreal and imaginative works can be viewed at the Artisa...

20 October 2025

Big changes to home care

From November 1, 2025, home care services will change under the Australian Government’s new Aged Care Act. The Support at Home program will replace the current Home Care Packages and Short-Term Restorative Care programs. Support at Home is designed t...

20 October 2025

A new era of home care in Caboolture

In celebration of Queensland Seniors Month, Nurse Next Door highlights the remarkable spirit and contributions of seniors, supporting them to live independently at home. Based in Caboolture, Nurse Next Door Home Care Services champions the Power of H...

20 October 2025

Explore Somerset spring

Visitors can explore bustling country markets filled with fresh local produce and handmade treasures, or soak up the energy of regional events such as rodeos, races, and festivals in Kilcoy, Esk, Toogoolawah, Fernvale, and Lowood. The rolling country...

20 October 2025

Three years of Core coffee

Owned and operated by Cormi, the café at 6/1500 Brisbane Valley Highway has become a beloved local spot. Known for smooth Merlo coffee, Core Café also offers a handpicked selection of gifts, crystals, preserves, incense, and locally crafted items. Th...

19 October 2025

Highway’s oasis

The café is known for its cosy, nature-inspired interior, featuring greenery, hanging ornaments, and clocks frozen at random times, creating a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. Owners CJ Maden and Elissa Costin designed the café as a little green oa...

19 October 2025

Calls for action on regional housing

Speaking at the HIA Regional Housing Roundtable in Bendigo, Victoria, HIA Chief Executive of Industry and Policy Simon Croft said that housing policies must better reflect the realities and opportunities of regional life. “Housing policies need to de...

19 October 2025

Restumping 71 years of RSL foundations

The hall, originally placed in Esk in 1954, has stood on its original wooden stumps, which, while still in fair condition, have begun to subside due to environmental factors. Over the years, the hall has seen numerous improvements and updates, primar...