Moreton Bay News

28/11/2024

Environmental groups and local authorities are concerned about the impact of 4WD vehicles on the delicate ecosystem of Bribie Island, causing damage to the dune system and posing a threat to endangered marine turtles.

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https://caboolturetoday.com.au/bribie-island-4wd-drivers-warned-night-time-beach-driving-threatens-turtle-survival/

As the summer season approaches, environmental groups and local authorities are expressing growing concern about the impact of 4WD vehicles on the delicate ecosystem of Bribie Island.

25/11/2024

Pam and Des Gunnis of Caboolture have dedicated 30 years to fostering over 65 vulnerable young people, creating safe havens and shaping futures.

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https://caboolturetoday.com.au/caboolture-couple-pam-and-des-gunnis-marks-30-years-of-transforming-lives-through-foster-care/

Pam and Des Gunnis of Caboolture have dedicated 30 years to fostering over 65 vulnerable young people, creating safe havens and shaping futures. Their extraordinary milestone reflects the compassionate spirit of Queensland’s foster care community.

21/11/2024

Did you know that the Jungle Adventure Play, a new $20-million indoor play centre in North Lakes, has a 165-metre flying fox, the longest in the Southern Hemisphere?

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https://northlakestoday.com.au/165-metre-flying-fox-among-highlights-at-jungle-adventure-play-north-lakes/

A 165-metre flying fox, the longest in the Southern Hemisphere, is one of the standout attractions at Jungle Adventure Play, a massive new $20-million indoor play centre now open in North Lakes.

19/11/2024

Families in Albany Creek are feeling the financial strain, as the suburb ranks among Brisbane’s top 50 areas with the highest average mortgage debt, amidst rising property values that make it increasingly difficult for new buyers and middle-income families to keep up with repayments.

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https://albanycreeknews.com.au/albany-creek-families-struggle-as-mortgage-debt-rises/

Families in Albany Creek are feeling the financial strain as the suburb ranks among Brisbane's top 50 areas with the highest average mortgage debt, reaching $586,077 according to recent data.

18/11/2024

Did you know that local women can now have access to the contraceptive pill without needing a doctor’s appointment, as part of Queensland’s Community Pharmacy Hormonal Contraception Pilot trial?

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https://samfordvalleynews.com.au/samford-contraceptive-pill-trial-faces-accessibility-and-cost-questions/
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A new pharmacy trial in Samford is giving local women access to the contraceptive pill without needing a doctor’s appointment, as part of Queensland’s Community Pharmacy Hormonal Contraception Pilot.

18/11/2024

A large and iconic Norfolk Pine tree near the Redcliffe jetty has been cut down when efforts to save it proved unsuccessful, after it had been poisoned earlier this year.

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https://redcliffetoday.com.au/redcliffes-iconic-norfolk-pine-cut-down-after-deliberate-poisoning/

A large and iconic Norfolk Pine tree near Redcliffe jetty has been cut down after authorities confirmed it had been poisoned earlier this year.

12/11/2024

Three Redcliffe athletes have earned spots on the Queensland teams for the inaugural 2024 Toyota AFL Open, a combined national championship which will showcase both wheelchair and inclusion football, a significant milestone for disability sports in the region.

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https://redcliffetoday.com.au/redcliffe-athletes-poised-to-make-their-mark-at-2024-toyota-afl-open/

Three Redcliffe athletes have earned spots on the Queensland teams for the inaugural 2024 Toyota AFL Open, marking a significant milestone for disability sports in the region. The combined national championship will showcase both wheelchair and inclusion football at South Pine Sports Complex from 21...

10/11/2024

The discovery and treatment of a fire ant nest in D’Aguilar, just northwest of Caboolture, has sparked immediate action from the National Fire Ant Eradication Program and prompting calls for people to check their properties for signs of the invasive pest, particularly around soil mounds or patches with no clear entry or exit points.

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https://caboolturetoday.com.au/fire-ants-found-in-caboolture-area-prompt-urgent-response/

A fire ant nest has been discovered and treated in D’Aguilar, just northwest of Caboolture, sparking immediate action from the National Fire Ant Eradication Program to prevent the spread of this invasive pest.

09/11/2024

The next three years will be crucial for our dwindling koala population, as an urgent call is made for more support, including plans for a $3-million, 3-hectare site in Dakabin that's being eyed for the construction of a much-needed Moreton Bay Wildlife Hospital. Tell us what you think about this here.

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https://northlakestoday.com.au/dakabin-to-house-key-wildlife-hospital-as-seq-officials-demand-koala-protection-funding/

South East Queensland officials urgently request a $50 million funding commitment over the next three years to address the dwindling Koala population.

08/11/2024

A Caboolture nurse recalled the moment she was on the receiving end of road rage on the Bruce Highway, with dashcam footage showing a white Toyota slamming into her car, in what is perceived to be a targeted attack that lasted more than half an hour. A spate of road rage incidents have recently seen motorists throwing metal poles and beer bottles thrown at fellow motorists, among other distubing behaviour.

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https://caboolturetoday.com.au/caboolture-nurse-traumatised-in-violent-highway-road-rage-incident/

A Caboolture nurse recalls a Toyota driving dangerously towards her last year, coinciding with reports about worsening Brisbane road rage.

01/11/2024

Just weeks after his retirement from the NRL, former Brisbane Broncos winger Corey Oates and his wife Tegan are preparing to leave their Samford Valley home.

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https://samfordvalleynews.com.au/former-broncos-star-corey-oates-lists-luxury-samford-valley-estate/

Former Brisbane Broncos winger Corey Oates and his wife Tegan have listed their stunning Samford Valley residence for auction, just weeks after his retirement from the NRL. The six-bedroom country retreat, completed in mid-2021, sits on a pristine 2.3-acre block at 11 Ascot Crescent.

29/10/2024

This Redcliffe agent has an unconventional marketing strategy. Have a cup of coffee and check it out.

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https://redcliffetoday.com.au/redcliffe-broker-brews-success-with-unconventional-marketing-strategy/

This Redcliffe agent has an unconventional marketing strategy. Have a cup of coffee and check it out.

25/10/2024

A new petition is gaining traction, urging officials to complete a crucial bikeway link between Ferny Grove and Samford Village. The proposed route would follow the rail alignment from Ferny Grove to Samford Road, then continue along Cash Avenue to Main Street in Samford Village.

Find out more on SAMFORD VALLEY NEWS
https://samfordvalleynews.com.au/petition-seeks-to-finish-ferny-grove-samford-village-trail/

24/10/2024

A disturbing discovery on a Redcliffe beach has highlighted the increasing dangers marine turtles face in Moreton Bay.

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https://redcliffetoday.com.au/redcliffe-turtles-gruesome-demise-highlights-growing-threats-to-marine-life/

A disturbing discovery on a Redcliffe beach has highlighted the increasing dangers marine turtles face in Moreton Bay.

21/10/2024

The Dolphins NRL club has terminated a controversial sponsorship deal amid regulatory hurdles, while speculation mounts over potential recruitment of St George Illawarra Dragons captain Ben Hunt.

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https://redcliffetoday.com.au/the-dolphins-roundup-phins-end-controversial-sponsorship-address-rumours-about-star-halfback/
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The Dolphins NRL club has terminated a controversial sponsorship deal amid regulatory hurdles, while speculation mounts over potential recruitment of St George Illawarra Dragons captain Ben Hunt.

21/10/2024

Toorbul has a new koala-saving initiative! A special one-way "doggy door" has been installed that allows koalas to escape from busy roads and safely return to their bushland habitats.

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https://caboolturetoday.com.au/koala-doggy-door-trials-in-toorbul-aim-to-save-wildlife-from-roads/

A new koala-saving initiative in Toorbul has seen the installation of a special one-way doggy door that allows koalas to escape from busy roads and safely return to their bushland habitats.

17/10/2024

Gone, but not forgotten! Three years ago, Senior Constable Dave Masters of the Deception Bay Police Station was killed in the line of duty while deploying road spikes to stop a stolen vehicle. To honour his memory, the Queensland Police Service has renamed their Moggill Mounted Police Unit as the Dave Masters Complex.

Read more on NORTH LAKES TODAY
https://northlakestoday.com.au/deception-bay-officer-honoured-as-mounted-police-unit-complex-renamed/

14/10/2024

Dolphins NRL fans, big news! Tesi Niu is heading to the Super League, while Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow will represent Australia in the Kangaroos squad. Exciting times ahead for our players on the international stage!

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https://redcliffetoday.com.au/the-dolphins-roundup-niu-heads-to-the-uk-tabuai-fidow-joins-kangaroos/
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As the 2025 preseason approaches, the Dolphins are juggling critical decisions on contracts, injury management, player moves, and international commitments.