Community

31 October 2025

Woorim beach track renamed after late 18-year-old local

Harrison ‘Harry’ Payne was 18 when he tragically lost his life in a 4WD crash on Woorim Beach in May 2021, leaving behind devastated friends and family. At the General Meeting on July 16, Council voted unanimously to approve the renaming of Ocean Bea...

30 October 2025

Beachmere residents set to get new water metres

Unitywater Executive Manager Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions, Mike Basterfield, said the utility had replaced 2,798 water meters since July 1 across Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa. “We’re enhancing our networks to maintain exceptional ser...

30 October 2025

Honouring Charlize

Charlize Zmuda, a well-known surf lifesaver and much-loved member of the Bribie Island community, tragically passed away in a shark attack while swimming off Woorim Beach in February 2025. The 17-year-old was a dedicated volunteer surf lifesaver with...

30 October 2025

Narangba Valley serves up thanks for teachers

The event was a heartfelt tribute organised by Corey and the Student Leaders, P&C Association, and School Administration to celebrate the hard work and dedication of the school’s teachers. Attendees enjoyed a delicious spread including fruit sala...

30 October 2025

Play-itt rocks for a pink cause raises $2,500 for research

The open-mic night ‘Play-itt’ event on October 23 saw locals decked out in every shade of pink, with standout attendee Russell, in his curly pink wig and bright shorts, earning unofficial recognition as the night’s best-dressed. In total, the club ra...

29 October 2025

Making tomorrow count

The “City of Tomorrow” strategy, launched before more than 250 guests at Friday’s Moreton Bay Leaders’ Forum (Oct 24), lays out Council’s priority projects as the region’s population heads towards one million residents within 30 years. The 10-year ad...

29 October 2025

‘Save our last gum trees’

TMR told Channel 7 the two century-old gum trees are marked to be cut down as they pose a roadside safety hazard, “contributing to the severity of crashes”. Mount Mee Road (between Woodford and Dayboro) ranked as the third most unroadworthy road in Q...

28 October 2025

Global beats hit Kilcoy

The annual event once again united the Somerset community, shining a spotlight on the region’s vibrant cultural diversity through food, music, dance and storytelling. Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the carnival continues to be one of the most specia...

27 October 2025

We’re feeling a bit better

The survey, now in its 25th year and conducted by Australian Unity and Deakin University, captured responses from nearly 10,000 adults – the largest sample to date. It found national wellbeing has improved, with Australians reporting higher satisfact...