10 Oct 2008
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Stars of Moreton Bay Community Volunteers Day 
[PDF 750kb]
Invitation to volunteers from community organisations across the region to attend a special function to say thank you for your tireless work within the community.
06 Oct 2008
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Traffic lights in Arana Hills improve motorists safety [PDF 25kb]
A busy Arana Hills intersection has been made safer with the installation of new traffic lights.
06 Oct 2008
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Council supports Pink October [PDF 30kb]
Throughout Pink October, waste contractor Thiess will decorate its trucks with pink ribbons to draw attention to the more than 13,000 Australian women diagnosed each year with breast cancer. This means that one in every 11 women are affected and out of those, more than 2,500 women die as a result each year.
06 Oct 2008
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Lake Kurwongbah fish supply grows [PDF 25kb]
The 110,000 Australian Bass fingerlings released in Lake Kurwongbah earlier this year as part of a recreational fishing development program are already halfway towards reaching their full legal length for fishing.
06 Oct 2008
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Creative Generation Excellence Awards showcase youth art [PDF 25kb]
Four young high school artists will represent Moreton Bay Region in the upcoming Creative Generation Excellence Awards exhibition at Pine Rivers Regional Art Gallery at Strathpine.
03 Oct 2008
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2009 Australia Day Awards nominations open [PDF 325kb]
Moreton Bay Regional Council’s Australia Day Awards pay tribute to individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to their local community and/or achieved exceptional results in sporting, environment or cultural endeavours. Nominations for the 2009 awards close on Wednesday 26 November 2008.
02 Oct 2008
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Apex Park tree looks pretty in pink for Breast Cancer Month [PDF 25kb]
A large camphor laurel at Apex Park in Caboolture will be bathed in pink light throughout October to promote awareness of Breast Cancer Month.
02 Oct 2008
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Time to celebrate CARERS! [PDF 20kb]
Carers Celebration Day is a day for all Australians to think about the contribution of carers in the community and to consider doing something for a carer they know.
Everyone – especially carers – are welcome to join in the celebrations. The Brisbane event will include an expo, stalls, food, information, entertainment, ‘give aways’ and pampering services for Carers.
Information about events in regions across the state is available at the Carers Week website at http://www.carersweek.com.au/home.html or by phone at freecall number, 1800 242 636
02 Oct 2008
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Blockbuster author Matthew Reilly hits Redcliffe [PDF 30kb]
Fans of international best-selling author Matthew Reilly will be able to hear the creator of Ice Station and Contest talk about his action-packed books in person at the Redcliffe Cultural Centre on October 21.
02 Oct 2008
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Ride to Work Day celebrates good health [PDF 30kb]
Moreton Bay Regional Council is joining the community, business and organisations in supporting National Ride to Work Day on Wednesday, October 15.
Mayor Allan Sutherland is encouraging staff and councillors to ride their bikes to work on the day, and free breakfasts will be provided for those who do so.
01 Oct 2008
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Morayfield Park Leisure Centre
Morayfield Park Leisure Centre runs Futsal on Tuesday afternoons and KidzGym on Tuesday and Thursday mornings or nominate yourself or a team for Indoor Volleyball or Indoor Netball. Season commences soon.
01 Oct 2008
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Residents reminded to watch water use [PDF 40kb]
Moreton Bay Regional Council is reminding residents that, even though most people are keeping their water use down, it’s important to remain vigilant about wastage.
01 Oct 2008
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New walking group at Deception Bay [PDF 30kb]
Get fit for summer by joining the newly formed Deception Bay Walking Group.
The group will meet on Mondays and Saturdays at 8am and Wednesdays at 4pm, beginning at the corner of Emerald Avenue and Captain Cook Parade, Deception Bay.
01 Oct 2008
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Mayor’s Chaplaincy Support Breakfast scores Australian rugby legend [PDF 30kb]
Australian rugby union legend Tim Horan will speak at the Mayor’s Chaplaincy Support Breakfast to be held next month.
Tim will join school chaplains and guests at the annual charity breakfast at Morayfield Community Hall on November 7.
01 Oct 2008
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Public Meeting to discuss Francis Rd overpass [PDF 25kb]
The planned Francis Road overpass and associated Bray Park road works will be discussed at a public meeting on Monday October 6, at 7pm.
29 Sep 2008
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Anti-Poverty Week [PDF 150kb]
Council in partnership with community organisations and service providers across the region is coordinating a week of low cost food-related events and activities to assist residents identify ways to maintain their budgets and their health.
Information about anti-poverty week is available at www.antipovertyweek.org.au
29 Sep 2008
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Woody Point Jetty and Foreshore Redevelopment [PDF 70kb]
As part of the redevelopment of the Woody Point Jetty and foreshore areas, Crockett Park will be revamped to provide a modern parkland facility. Sections of the park will be closed to the public from mid October.
29 Sep 2008
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Salvos benefit from Library Amnesty donations [PDF 30kb]
Arana Hills Library staff were delighted to present a cheque for $677.25 to the Salvation Army representatives which was raised through the library amnesty collection in June.
26 Sep 2008
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Council calls for feedback on proposed Ningi Skate BMX Park [PDF 25kb]
Residents have until October 17 to have their say on a proposed skate and BMX park at Ningi.
26 Sep 2008
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All aboard for Christmas Parade [PDF 25kb]
Festive floats from all over the region are needed for the first Moreton Bay Regional Council Christmas Parade this December.
25 Sep 2008
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Church walls totally recycled into “treasure” at market [PDF 30kb]
An old Pine Rivers Uniting church in Marsden Rd, Kallangur was totally recycled recently by Moreton Bay Regional Council, as part of a new demolition waste recycling trial.
25 Sep 2008
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Pine Rivers Disability Program Open Day was a success [PDF 25kb]
Highlights of the Pine Rivers Disability Program Open Day at Petrie included karaoke singing, scrap booking, pottery, billiards, spiral dancing and award presentations at Woonara House, on Thursday (September 18).
25 Sep 2008
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Exhibition attracts ace art [PDF 25kb]
Up to 45 pieces from some of Queensland’s prominent artists will feature in the up-and-coming ‘15 Artists’ exhibition, to be held at the Redcliffe Art Gallery from October 1 to November 1, 2008.
25 Sep 2008
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Spot and survey this koala Sunday [PDF 25kb]
Residents are being reminded to check their local tree-tops on Sunday (October 5) as part of the Moreton Bay Regional Council’s Koala Survey Day.
24 Sep 2008
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Council supports Pink October [PDF 55kb]
Throughout Pink October, waste contractor Thiess will decorate its trucks with pink ribbons to draw attention to the more than 13,000 Australian women diagnosed each year with breast cancer.
24 Sep 2008
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Capturing fauna and flora on camera [PDF 30kb]
A Moreton Bay Regional Council-organised hands-on workshop at Mt Glorious will help participants learn how to capture special wildlife shots using their digital cameras.
24 Sep 2008
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Tim Mander – Make a difference… [PDF 26kb]
About 80 business people will hear rugby league anecdotes and learn about the work of school chaplains at a Pathways business breakfast, held by Moreton Bay Regional Council, on Friday October 10.
Division 4 Councillor Julie Greer said guest speaker Tim Mander will tell people about his former lifestyle refereeing 300 first grade international rugby league games in numerous countries, over 14 years.
24 Sep 2008
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Free tipping for car tyres and gas bottles [PDF 25kb]
Moreton Bay Regional Council is encouraging residents to be responsible with their domestic waste, by permitting car tyres and gas bottles to be deposited at selected landfill sites free of charge.
17 Sep 2008
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A hero’s homecoming for our Olympians [PDF 26kb]
Swimming champion Jessicah Schipper was among the local Olympians honoured during a reception held at council’s Redcliffe district office yesterday. Moreton Bay region’s elite sporting stars were greeted by fans and school students as they arrived for the afternoon tea and gift presentation.
16 Sep 2008
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Naming of 650 Campbells Pocket Road Nature Reserve [PDF 80kb]
Public comment is sought on the proposed naming of council-owned property at 650 Campbells Pocket Road, Campbells Pocket that is currently being finalised for designation as a ‘Nature Refuge’. The proposed name is “Charlie Moorhead Nature Refuge”, in honour of the historical connection and community service offered by Charlie Moorhead.
16 Sep 2008
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Is your group planning an event or festival? [PDF 150kb]
Moreton Bay Regional Council's Festivals/Events Assistance Scheme (FES) offers funding for Caboolture District community groups that are planning events or festivals. Current round applications close Friday 31 October 2008.
11 Sep 2008
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Cemetery Upgrade Works [PDF 160kb]
Moreton Bay Regional Council wishes to advise of capital works upgrades to be undertaken at the Redcliffe Cemetery, located on Elizabeth Avenue, Clontarf from 6 October to February 2009.
02 Sep 2008
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Systematic Approved Inspection Program [PDF 55kb]
Council officers will carry out these systematic inspections on weekdays between 7am and 6pm from 1 September 2008 to 30 November 2008.