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Bells Creek: An Urban Waterway Linking Suburbs and Bay

Running through the suburbs of Clontarf and Margate, Bells Creek flows from Maine Road toward Bramble Bay, carrying urban runoff from nearby streets into the bay. The City of Moreton Bay describes Bells Creek as an “important multi-use drainage corridor” that has been heavily modified over time to manage stormwater for the surrounding suburbs. Although…

Southern Cross Catholic College: A Walkable Bayside Campus at the Heart of Scarborough

Along Scarborough Road on the Redcliffe Peninsula, Southern Cross Catholic College (Secondary Campus) blends quality education with a relaxed bayside lifestyle. Families here enjoy an easy walk to the school, the beach, and local cafés—making it a particularly well-connected educational community. In 1995, seven Catholic primary and secondary schools on the Redcliffe Peninsula amalgamated to…

Genesis Christian College

Walking Distance & Winning Results: Genesis Christian College and the Homes Around You

Nestled on Youngs Crossing Road in Bray Park, Genesis Christian College is more than just a school—it’s a local landmark and educational magnet. With standout academic results, vibrant co-curricular life, and a catchment area rich with walkable housing, the school offers a powerful draw for families seeking both performance and place. The school continues to…

Moreton Bay Tightens Rules on Granny Flats as Council Moves to Manage Growth

Moreton Bay residents hoping to build a granny flat on their property are facing stricter planning rules after the City of Moreton Bay introduced tighter controls on secondary dwellings. The new measures, part of the council’s Better Housing Amendment, are designed to manage rapid population growth and preserve neighbourhood character across the expanding region. The…

Flood-Prone Caboolture River Road in Rocksberg Set for Long-Awaited Upgrade

Caboolture River Road in Rocksberg, a vital route for farmers and residents travelling between rural properties and the nearby towns of Caboolture and Morayfield, is set for a long-anticipated upgrade after years of disruption caused by flooding. The low-lying causeway has frequently gone underwater during heavy rainfall, cutting off access and forcing locals and emergency…

Burpengary Creek

The Slow Revival of Burpengary Creek’s Green Corridors

Once lined with weeds and eroded banks, Burpengary Creek in Queensland has quietly become a story of ecological renewal. In recent years, rehabilitation projects have transformed stretches of the creek, showing that steady, science-based care can help a waterway heal even in the middle of growing suburbs. A Creek Through Suburbia Burpengary Creek runs through…