Community

7 November 2025

A splash of history

A STUNNING new mural at the Woodford Showgrounds is turning heads, while paying tribute to the town’s proud rural roots, colourful show traditions, and strong community spirit. Created by local artist David Houghton, the mural captures key elements o...

7 November 2025

Kilcoy Cancer Support Group helps locals in need

The Kilcoy Cancer Support Group (Breast and the Rest) is inviting locals to join their not-for-profit volunteer organisation, which provides practical support to local residents diagnosed with cancer. The group offers a range of free services to thos...

6 November 2025

Celebrating the class of 75

IT'S been half a century since they walked out the school gates, and now the Kilcoy State High School Year 10 Class of 1975 is coming together again to celebrate 50 years since graduation. The milestone reunion will be held on Saturday, November 22, ...

5 November 2025

Wedding woven in history

A DESCENDANT of one of the Brisbane Valley’s most prominent pioneering families returned to her ancestral roots on October 25 to marry at a historic site established by her great-great-grandfather, Henry Plantagenet Somerset. Kristina Somerset and he...

5 November 2025

Showcasing the future of Moreton marine life

THE future of Moreton Bay’s marine environment will take centre stage next week when leading scientists, environmental advocates and community members come together for the Moreton Bay Sea Country Showcase. The half-day event, hosted in collaboration...

5 November 2025

Saddle up R.I.D.E.R.S

WOODFORD is gearing up for one of the biggest events of the year, with the Woodford Rodeo hosting the R.I.D.E.R.S Buckle Event (Riders in the Dirt Elite Rodeo Series) at the showgrounds on Saturday, November 15. The much-anticipated rodeo finale prom...

4 November 2025

Snakes teen tackles NRL youth award

By Yarin Barrett CABOOLTURE teenager Poppy O’Shea has been named the NRL’s Young Person of the Year for 2025 at their Community Awards, recognised nationally for her outstanding contribution to the Caboolture Snakes rugby league club. From playing an...

3 November 2025

Premier joins Beachmere for BBQ and boost to local sport

Contributed by Ariana Doolan MP ON Saturday 25 October, I hosted Premier David Crisafulli in Beachmere at Mazlin Park for a free community BBQ. We were joined by over 100 members of our community who had the opportunity to meet with the Premier and s...

2 November 2025

Christmas lights comp set to shine

PREPERATIONS are underway for Somerset Regional Council’s 2025 Christmas Lights Competition, and residents are encouraged to begin planning their displays for the fierce but festive contest. Somerset Councillor Brett Freese will join Councillor Micha...