By Sheree Hoddinett It’s still very much early days, but it seems the introduction of Adult Crime, Adult Time in Queensland is starting to show some positive signs. The recently released annual Queensland Government Statistician’s Office Crime Report for 2024–25 shows overall crime fell by 1.2% compared to the previous financial year. The data captures the first six months since the introduction of the tougher sentencing laws. According to the report, break-ins, robberies

By Sheree Hoddinett They say good things come to those who wait and this definitely applies in the case of the long-awaited second Bribie bridge. The Department of Transport and Main Roads website has the current status listed as: The project has now progressed into the detailed design phase. The Queensland Government is undertaking a series of investigations and surveys to inform the detailed design of the new bridge. These activities include hydrological and marin

The use of On Demand Transport on Bribie Island is getting even closer with Caboolture Bus Lines recently awarded the contract for a three-year trial. The trial is scheduled to start in late 2026 and will follow the same operating model as existing Translink ODT services on the Gold Coast, Hervey Bay and Toowoomba. ODT is a flexible public transport option connecting people with essential services such as local healthcare providers, employment opportunities, shopping p

By Sheree Hoddinett As part of a state-wide overhaul aimed at strengthening frontline input into hospital decision-making, Metro North Health has welcomed four new members to its hospital and health service board. The appointments form part of a broader initiative by the Crisafulli Government, which has seen 91 positions filled across 16 hospital and health boards throughout Queensland. Of these, 50 are new appointments and 41 are reappointments, bringing together expertis

By Sheree Hoddinett Hooked on more than just fishing, a fast-growing grassroots movement is transforming time on the water into a powerful force for mental health, connection and community across the Pumicestone Passage and beyond. Pumicestone Passage Pirates, founded in early 2024, has quickly grown from a small Facebook group into a thriving, volunteer-led movement focused on wellbeing, suicide prevention and environmental care across the Pumicestone Passage, Sunshine Coas

As Southeast Queensland grapples with soaring housing demand, tightening affordability in Brisbane and a wave of retirees seeking lifestyle upgrades, Bribie Island stands out as the region’s silver bullet. One of the last true beachside Islands directly linked to the mainland by bridge, it offers a rare blend of relaxed coastal living, strong capital growth potential and everyday convenience that ferry-dependent Islands simply can’t match. The property market on Bribie Isl

As we head through April, southeast Queensland is firmly in the autumn transition. Cooler nights, persistent southeasterly winds and occasional showers have created variable conditions around Bribie Island and northern Moreton Bay. While strong winds have limited some outings, protected inshore areas, passages and clearer bay waters are delivering solid results. Prawn runs remain strong (especially from the saltworks to Nudgee and Tingalpa Creek), whiting have shifted eastwar

Flowering plants to sow and plant now As autumn settles over Bribie Island and the surrounding Moreton Bay region, the days cool gently, gardeners know it's prime time to plan for winter cheer. Our mild coastal winters - with daytime temperatures often staying in the low to mid-20s and only rare light frosts - create ideal conditions for a spectacular display of flowers that will bloom from late autumn right through to spring. April and May are the perfect months to pla

Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club. Potluck doubles played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome. Names by 7.15pm. March/April Winners: Josh/Dean, Sharon/Jai, Sharon/Conner, Sid/Tani. Runners Up: Kal, Mason/Cecil, Dean/Kal, Sherrie/Sharon. High pegs: Conner2x 52, Matty 50, Jai 82,60, Sid 60, Mason 41,75(bull finish), Kal 145, 60, Sharon 68, Ian 81, Tani 58,40,40. High scores: John B 140, Tani 140,95,93,2x81, Josh M 103,100, Kal...

By Chase Christensen  The Dolphins have hit a rough patch, dropping three straight games and slipping down the ladder at a point in the season where consistency really matters. What’s made it more concerning is not just the losses themselves, but how they have come about, with one heavy defeat and another heartbreaking close call showing two very different sides of the team.  The low point of this run came against the Manly Sea Eagles, where the Dolphins were handed a 52–18

By Chase Christensen    A new chapter in Sunshine Coast Rugby League has begun and this means Bribie’s beloved Warrigals are once again fighting to secure a senior premiership. It has been three years since they were crowned the 2023 undefeated champions of Reserve Grade. Since then, after losing a handful of senior players over the years they have taken a step back into C-Grade (Division 3). A heartbreaking grand final loss last year has certainly motivated them to go th

By Chase Christensen  Waraba Cricket Club wrapped up its summer season in a memorable style, hosting a special Anzac Day T20 match that brought together past and present players for a day that balanced competition with community spirit.  The match was organised to recognise the significance of Anzac Day, while also marking the shift into the winter sporting season. Veterans XI took on Waraba XI and what unfolded was a lively contest played in great spirit.  After winning t

Two identified black spots are set to benefit from more than $1.26 million in federal government funding for road safety upgrades. On the Island, $455,500 has been allocated to First Avenue in Bongaree for road delineation, pavement markings, signage and improved lighting to make the street safer for all users. In Burpengary, a $809,000 grant will fund safety works at the roundabout near Burpengary Train Station and Burpengary Station Village, including raised pedestrian cr

Chocolate, hot cross buns, church services and time spent with friends and family, it’s Easter time again! While Easter has traditional roots, for many of us it’s become a light-hearted celebration centred on family, fun and a chance to slow down. Falling neatly into the autumn season, it’s the perfect excuse to enjoy “hopefully” cooler weather, fire up a barbecue or head off on a short getaway before the true heat of summer fades into the distance. At the heart of the fest

For more than a century, the pension has been a quiet cornerstone of Australian society, a promise that after what feels like a lifetime of work, older members of the community would not be left behind in old age. But as the cost of living rises and economic realities shift, the question becomes unavoidable: is the pension still fulfilling its original purpose or has it fallen behind the very people it was designed to protect? Australia’s Age Pension was introduced in 1909,

By Sheree Hoddinett The tell-tale blue paint already adorns the outside of what will soon be the new BCF (Boating, Camping, Fishing) at Sandstone Point. While BCF is locked in as one of the main tenants in the mixed-use retail and lifestyle development, it is yet to be revealed what else will occupy the newly built spaces nearby, which include specialty retail and Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) tenancies. Further announcements are expected in the coming months. The p

The emergency restoration works to protect the Bribie Island and Pumicestone Passage coastal system has achieved a major milestone, with dredging completed to help restore access from late March. The dredging was completed ahead of schedule and crucially also marks the return of the Caloundra Coast Guard to its permanent headquarters at Bulcock Beach, as well as better access through the passage for boaties. The emergency works have replenished the beach to provide a buffer