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May 28

Feeling the power of steam

By Sheree Hoddinett Long before technology ruled the world, the power of the steam engine reigned supreme. You have the chance to take a...

May 28

Get ready, it’s Caboolture Show time!

By Sheree Hoddinett From show bags to exciting rides and loads of entertainment, it’s time to enjoy some family fun at this year’s...

May 28

Bringing Puppetry to Life

The Island is home to a vibrant duo who are weaving magic with colour and laughter, captivating audiences of all ages with their...

May 28

Sharing their personal journey

By Sheree Hoddinett Three women, one road trip and now a book, it’s been a whirlwind few years for the Brown family. It all started in...

May 28

Bombora Outriggers welcomes Yarun Spirit

By Alistair Gray Reverend Pierre Van Blommenstein and Bombora Outrigger Club members bless the new canoe Yarun Spirit. It was a fabulous...

May 28

It’s a missed opportunity as Labor blows $2.5 billion

By Alistair Gray Yippee! The state Labor government is giving you $1000 off your power bills from July 1, 2024. “That's great. I will be...

Apr 30

It’s time to get moving

You know things are serious when the pollies get involved! As the Million Moves (MM) representative for Moreton Bay and the electorate of...

Apr 30

Results for Bribie Island Women’s Golf March 28 - April 16, 2024

28/3/24 – 4BBB Stableford (Sponsor – The Winning Team) Overall Winners: Judith Umlauft & Judy Graham 43, 2nd Sandy Smith & Rosanne...

Apr 30

Donnybrook Social Darts

Results for Donnybrook Sports and Community Club Social Darts, held every Thursday night at 7pm sharp. Visitors welcome. Potluck...

Apr 30

Dolphins riding the wave of wins

While the end of the 2023 season was somewhat dismal for the Dolphins, the 2024 NRL season so far is proving to be so much better! Apart...

Apr 30

Social Darts Update

Results for the Caboolture Social Darts Club potluck doubles, played every Monday night at 21 Hayes Street, Caboolture. Visitors welcome....

Apr 30

Bribie Radio Controlled Yachts Radio sailing wrap up for March 2024 Dragon Force Model 65 (DF65) Racing

Results for March March 3: Seven sailors competed in probably the worst weed conditions yet encountered on Sandstone Lake. Most had weed...

Apr 30

The Voice still festers and so does the government on reliable energy

Just when you thought the Voice had lost its momentum and it was something we could all forget about. Despite the referendum on ‘the...

Apr 30

Happy retirement Jill!

Many of you will have come to know and love our regular gardening column Garden with Jill. After many years with Mitre 10, Jill has...

Apr 30

Fishing Report

Greetings anglers! Danny and Michelle here from Island Fishing Supplies, serving Banksia Beach and Bellara with the latest updates on...

Apr 30

Bribie Classic Boat Regatta holds its 25th anniversary regatta May 25-26, 2023

Pictures and story by Alistair Gray Bring the kids, invite friends and put together a picnic. Come and enjoy one of Bribie Island's...

Apr 30

When posties and pooches combine

By Sheree Hoddinett Hearing a dog bark or even seeing one running towards you might seem trivial, but for Wayde Notley it can send a...

Apr 30

Political Absurdity

Let’s cut the fluff and dive straight into the cesspool of political absurdity. I’m about to serve you a steaming hot plate of truth,...

Apr 30

Red-dy to ride

By Sheree Hoddinett Get red-dy for another bright display as supporters hit the road for this year’s Moreton Bay Red Ride on Saturday May...

Apr 30

Police seek public help in identifying graffiti vandals

By Alistair Gray Local Facebook pages are running hot with angry residents who, to put it bluntly, are ‘pissed off’ with the...

Apr 30

Ariana Doolan, the new LNP Candidate, brings a young perspective to Pumicestone

Ariana Doolan is the LNP party candidate who has been pre-selected for Pumicestone in the upcoming Queensland election. Here is a brief...

Apr 30

RAAF Flight Lieutenant Wally Edwin Dalitz 410635 May 2, 1922 – March 27, 2024

By Alistair Gray Members of the Australian Aviation Heritage community, his many friends and followers were deeply saddened to learn of...

Apr 30

Senate Inquiry into Bank closures held on Bribie Island

Compiled by Alistair Gray The 13th and final senate hearing into bank closures in regional Australia was held on Tuesday April 16, 2024...

Apr 30

It’s all about mum

By Sheree Hoddinett Flowers, perfume and all manner of soppy, heartfelt cards - it’s that time of year again, Mother’s Day. Mark it in...