Community

23 December 2025

Splashing upgrade

THE new and improved Toogoolawah Swimming Pool opened just in time for Christmas, after a $5 million renovation. Somerset Council officially re-opened the upgraded facility on December 17 with Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt and Attorney-General and Membe...

23 December 2025

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

The Christmas season is drawing to a close, but festive magic is still glowing across Moreton Bay and Somerset, with hundreds of Christmas light displays continuing to light up streets and neighbourhoods for one last week. From twinkling front-yard s...

21 December 2025

Beachmere sleighs the Xmas season

Beachmere was buzzing with festive cheer on December 6, as the much-loved Beachmere Christmas Bazaar and Community Carols delivered live entertainment, family fun and a strong show of local spirit at Clayton Park. The outdoor event once again proved ...

20 December 2025

Bribie’s boats sparkle

Bribie Island’s waterways came alive on Saturday night, December 13, as hundreds of spectators lined the canals for the annual Bribie Island Christmas Lights Boat Parade, organised by the Bribie Aquatic Community Events. Dozens of boats, elaborately ...

19 December 2025

Serving up Xmas cheer

More than 350 people gathered in Morayfield on Saturday, December 13, for the Eats 4 The Streets (E4TS) Community Christmas Banquet Lunch, nearly double the attendance of last year. Held at Emerge Church on Morayfield Road, the free, family-friendly ...

19 December 2025

Jingle fun in Lowood

The Lowood Showgrounds came alive on Saturday evening as families flocked to the Lowood Christmas Carnival for an afternoon of rides, raffles and festive cheer. Hosted by the Lowood Show Society, the free community celebration drew crowds from across...

19 December 2025

Carols on track at Esk

Esk locals gathered under a clear summer sky on Sunday evening for Brisbane Valley Churches Together’s carols at the Esk Railway Station, transforming Pipeliner Park into a warm and welcoming Christmas celebration. Families arrived with picnic rugs a...

18 December 2025

Deception Bay gets $7.5m SES boost

SES response capability is now enhanced in Moreton Bay, with the opening of the new $7.5 million Deception Bay SES Depot on December 6. Spanning some 8000m2, the new depot is six times larger than the 40-year-old building it replaces and is now able ...

18 December 2025

Marking Esk Hospital for 2026 centenary

Esk Hospital is preparing for its 100th anniversary next year with the launch of a community calendar designed to raise much-needed funds for patient care and facility upgrades. The Esk Hospital Auxiliary has released the 2026 calendar featuring loca...