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Rent control not a panacea for rental pain
With the rental crisis an ongoing issue, the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) says calls from tenants’ advocates for rent...
Mar 7, 20233 min read


Wildlife Rescue Queensland needs our help
Story by Alistair Gray Photographs kindly supplied by Colleen Ogilvie I am in awe at our wildlife warriors’ work here on Bribie and in...
Mar 7, 20233 min read
Man charged with murder to remain behind bars
A 47-year-old man charged with the murder of Janet Guthrie remains behind bars after his case was heard in the Caboolture Magistrates...
Mar 7, 20232 min read
Time for the Dolphins to show us what they’ve got
They might be the new team on the block but could the Redcliffe Dolphins NRL side prove to be one of the teams to watch this season?...
Mar 7, 20232 min read
Information session for bushfire preparation
It’s never too early to prepare yourself for bushfire season. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, in conjunction with Moreton Bay...
Mar 7, 20231 min read


Bribie Bridge – the big opportunity
By Alistair Gray Artist’s impression of the old and the new Bribie Island Bridge. Moreton Bay Regional Council Mayor Peter Flannery has...
Mar 7, 20232 min read


A brush full of talent
By Sheree Hoddinett Kyle Thomson is just 21-years-old, running a successful painting and decorating business on and around the Island and...
Mar 7, 20233 min read


Chloe steps into the limelight as the Abbey’s new director
By Sheree Hoddinett It’s been a big change for Chloe Tanner but she’s settling into her role as the new director at the Abbey Museum of...
Mar 7, 20234 min read


A bundle of humour and positivity wrapped up in 100 years
By Sheree Hoddinett Marjorie Williams has the energy and humour of someone half her age. That’s saying a lot for someone who has just...
Mar 7, 20234 min read




Ben Hobson: Life in the creative world
By Sheree Hoddinett After a whirlwind interstate tour promoting his latest book, The Death of John Lacey, author Ben Hobson is now back...
Mar 6, 20233 min read




Greetings readers of ‘the LOCAL’ newspaper,
What incredible weather we had to finish off the school holidays. Sandstone Point Summer whiting are still plentiful on the incoming tide...
Feb 8, 20232 min read
Welcome to Issue 86.
Hello Readers, We have a wonderful front cover feature article highlighting local lad, Ryan Brockway, who is on his way to stardom on the...
Feb 8, 20231 min read
Which is the best boat to buy?
By Aaron Goodchild Brisbane Yamaha With the plethora of boats on the market, it can be overwhelming for boat buyers to choose between all...
Feb 7, 20233 min read
U3A BEACHMERE 2023 AND BEYOND
As 2022 becomes a fading memory, we look forward to embracing 2023 with a fresh and optimistic gaze. Like schools, businesses and other...
Feb 7, 20231 min read
Who runs the world?
Amelia Strazdins Who runs the world? Girls! That famous line rings truer than ever on March 8 as we honour all the important women in our...
Feb 7, 20232 min read


Zooming off to national speedway kart titles
Lillian and Cooper Marks from Godwin Beach are speedway kart racers. These dynamic youngsters are heading off to race in the Australian...
Feb 7, 20231 min read


Van Daalen recognised for coaching achievements
By Sheree Hoddinett If you have been involved in athletics locally, chances are you have come across coach Anne Van Daalen. A love of...
Feb 7, 20233 min read


Sharing the love this Valentine’s Day
By Sheree Hoddinett Love is in the air! It would seem our beautiful Island and surrounds are places very much filled with stories of love...
Feb 7, 20234 min read
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