By Sheree Hoddinett    When it seems like there’s almost no more room for development, along comes a significant land deal that changes it all.    A 181-hectare site located at Pumicestone Road, Rutters Road and Clinker Road Elimbah recently sold for a hefty $318.5 million.   The site was acquired by HB Land, a Singaporean-based, locally operated development group.  The landmark holding is approved for a major master-planned community comprising of up to 1400 residential lots

By Sheree Hoddinett   For many Australians, the latest interest rate rise didn’t exactly come across as breaking news. It landed as a feeling, that unavoidable familiar tightening in the chest when another cost-of-living pressure arrives, uninvited and with no choice but to accept the outcome.  When the Reserve Bank of Australia lifted the cash rate by 0.25 percentage points last month, it did so with a clear message: inflation remains stubborn, and the fight to bring it back

Written by Kym Braithwaite in collaboration with Helen Williamson  In 2020, a couple of paddlers from Bribie Island Mahalo Outrigger Canoe Club visited Norfolk Island to witness the Norfolk Ocean Challenge (NOC to Rock), vowing if they ever returned it would be to compete in this amazing event.  In July 2025, the dream started to become a reality when interest was gathered, crews were formed and training began. How does one prepare for such a vastly diverse and challenging pa

Bribie Island, a serene coastal haven in Queensland's City of Moreton Bay, is home to more than 22,000 residents, with a staggering median age of 63.8 years and more than 50% aged 65 or older. This makes it one of Australia's oldest communities, a natural retirement paradise where sandy beaches and quiet streets should offer a dignified twilight. Instead, for many elderly locals still living independently in their own homes, basic needs like garden maintenance and household c

As summer winds down in Queensland, Bribie Island and its surrounding waters in Moreton Bay continue to deliver exciting opportunities for anglers of all levels. With warmer waters and relatively calm conditions this month, the bite has been strong, particularly for inshore species. Recent reports indicate a mix of pelagic and bottom-dwelling fish active across various spots, bolstered by light winds and the start of prawn runs. Whether you're casting from the shore, wading t

Bribie Island and the surrounding Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay areas enjoy a classic subtropical climate - mild, dry autumns transitioning into gentle winters with rare frosts and plenty of sunny days. This makes late summer through winter one of the most rewarding times for home gardeners, as the brutal summer heat eases, allowing cool season crops to thrive with less bolting and pest pressure.  As we head into autumn (March–May), now is prime time to prepare beds and star

SOCIAL DARTS UPDATE 2026 Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. January/February Winners:  Conner/Karl, Luke/Robert, Robert/Karl. Runners Up:  Mason/Sherrie, Josh/Kylie, Josh/Dean. High pegs:  Kal 72,60,62, Conner 40, Mason 36,40, Matty 63, Robert 77,50, Matty 63, Josh 69 (bull finish), Rosie 43, Luke 74. High scores:  Mark 140,2x100,120, Tani 140,100, Zena 100,

By Sheree Hoddinett  One man is dead and another man is fighting for life following a head-on crash on the Bruce Highway at Burpengary overnight. Police and emergency services were called to the scene near the Deception Bay exit about 10.30pm (February 17) after a white Isuzu truck travelling southbound in the northbound lanes collided head on with a white Honda Accord travelling northbound. The Honda caught fire as a result of the crash. The driver, a 26-year-old Caboolture

By Sheree Hoddinett    From beachside upgrades, planning for 2032 and ensuring infrastructure matches growth, it’s all about moving forward across the City of Moreton Bay.    For a fast-growing city, the past year was less about ticking boxes and more about laying foundations, for accessibility, connectivity and community. With one eye on today’s needs and the other firmly on a population tipped to hit one million within three decades, council’s focus was clear: make the city

By Sheree Hoddinett   Dementia slowly changes how a person thinks, remembers and navigates the world, often leaving families and carers carrying the quiet weight of constant worry.    As the condition progresses, even familiar streets and routines can become disorienting, turning ordinary moments into situations where safety and time suddenly matter most.  On Bribie Island, where the median age sits around 64, policing often looks a little different. For officer-in-charge Sen

The decision to backtrack from calls for a full royal commission into the Bondi Beach terror attack is one of the most politically charged moments in Australia’s recent history.   With 15 innocent people killed and many more injured at a Hanukkah festival in December 2025, calls for a comprehensive inquiry were loud and deeply emotional. People gathered, mourned, lit candles and asked the same question on repeat,  how did this happen here?  The subsequent backflip on a royal

In the wake of a tumultuous 2025, Australia's political scene is undergoing a profound transformation. Pauline Hanson's One Nation party, long a fringe voice on the right, has surged in popularity, overtaking the Liberal-National Coalition in recent polls and tapping into a growing wave of patriotism and calls for ‘common sense’ politics. This shift comes as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Labor Government, fresh off a landslide re-election victory in May 2025, faces mounti

A warm welcome is being extended to residents across Beachmere and surrounding areas with the exciting news that the  Beachmere Probus Club  is now up and running — offering a wonderful new way for retirees and semi-retirees to enjoy friendship, fun and fellowship.    Formed only recently, the club has already attracted enthusiastic local members and is looking forward to a busy and enjoyable year ahead, filled with guest speakers, outings, lunches and social activities.    T