Council

8 April 2026

Narangba in review

MORETON Bay Council will ask the State Government to approve a new Temporary Local Planning Instrument (TLPI) for Narangba East, replacing the current measure set to expire on 18 June 2026. The move buys more time for consultation and planning, while...

8 April 2026

State and federal plans cut power bills

Households and small businesses across Moreton Bay and Somerset could see relief on their electricity bills, with separate state and federal pricing proposals both pointing to reductions in the year ahead. The Australian Energy Regulator’s draft Defa...

8 April 2026

Calls grow to fast-track road relief

MORETON Bay Council says the State Government’s planned delivery of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative in the 2040s is “a joke”, instead demanding the route be completed by 2032 or the region faces gridlock. The planned highway connecting Elimbah ...

4 April 2026

Artist to transform Fernvale water tank

Accomplished artist Jordan Bruce has been tasked with bringing to life a disused water tank at Twin Bridges, Fernvale with a captivating mural. Somerset Regional Council Mayor Jason Wendt said the initiative was part of the Somerset Fish Habitat Revi...

4 April 2026

Moreton Bay leads in wildlife safety

An extensive road safety network that is helping make life a little easier for Moreton Bay’s furry friends has been recognised for its nation-leading efforts. The Australasian Network for Ecology and Transportation (ANET) has awarded City of Moreton ...

3 April 2026

Moreton kids to ditch screens these holidays

Young adventurers in City of Moreton Bay are being urged to ditch the screen and check out the outdoor scene these school holidays. Bookings for Easter break activities are now open, including fishing, camping skills, canoeing and stand-up paddle boa...

3 April 2026

Holiday fun in Somerset

SOMERSET families have a suite of fun activities to choose from these Autumn school holidays. Somerset Council’s Autumn School Holiday Program kicks off with the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at Clock Park, Lowood from 9am to 12pm on Tuesday, April 14. Some...

3 April 2026

Toogoolawah library and community hub build set to kick off

The new Toogoolawah Library and Cultural Centre is one step closer to reality with Somerset Regional Council accepting a tender for construction at its Ordinary Meeting on Tuesday, 24 March. Council secured $3.7 million in funding from the Australian...

2 April 2026

Plans for Somerset libraries

More than 600 Somerset Library users had their say on a community satisfaction survey, set to inform the development of the Somerset Libraries Strategic Plan 2026-2032. Somerset Regional Council Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee Chair, Co...