Councillor Ellie Smith

Councillor Ellie Smith Community Independent Councillor for Division 11, City of Moreton Bay. Authorised by Ellie Smith, Samford

The Samford Patchworkers Quilt Show is back for 2026!Head along to the Samford Community Hall for a colourful weekend ce...
02/09/2026

The Samford Patchworkers Quilt Show is back for 2026!

Head along to the Samford Community Hall for a colourful weekend celebrating our local quilting talent, with this year’s theme “Reimagine & Repurpose”.

There’ll be plenty to explore across the weekend, including:

🪡 Beautiful handcrafted quilts
🛍️ Craft sales + retail craft vendors
🧶 Vintage de-stash goodies
✂️ Scissor sharpening
🎨 Textile art + mosaics
☕ Coffee cart + lunch available
🎟️ Winner’s Choice raffle

📅 Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 September
⏰ 9am – 4pm
📍 Samford Community Hall, School Road, Samford
🎟️ $8 entry, including morning or afternoon tea

Looking for a new job opportunity?City of Moreton Bay currently has roles available across a wide range of fields, from ...
01/09/2026

Looking for a new job opportunity?

City of Moreton Bay currently has roles available across a wide range of fields, from parks, construction and maintenance through to planning, engineering, finance, libraries, customer service, IT and leadership positions. There are opportunities for tradespeople, labourers, graduates, students and experienced professionals alike.

If you’d like to work closer to home and use your skills to contribute to your local community, now might be the time to take a look.

View current opportunities: https://careers.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/cw/en/listing/

A new Probus Club is coming to Samford Valley!The new Samford Valley Probus Club will bring retired and semi-retired loc...
01/09/2026

A new Probus Club is coming to Samford Valley!

The new Samford Valley Probus Club will bring retired and semi-retired locals together to connect, make new friends and stay active and involved in the community.

Probus Clubs offer a great mix of regular meetings, social activities, outings and interest groups, while giving members the opportunity to share their skills, try something new and enjoy a strong sense of community.

The new Club will officially come together at its Formation Day:

📅 Friday, 11 September
📍 Samford District Bowls Club

If you’re retired or semi-retired and looking for a new way to meet people, get involved and enjoy everything our local community has to offer, keep an eye out for the new Samford Valley Probus Club!

Have you tried the UFO from Bubl Co at Mumford Barn, Old Petrie Town?Unlike their indulgent bubble waffles, the UFO is a...
31/08/2026

Have you tried the UFO from Bubl Co at Mumford Barn, Old Petrie Town?

Unlike their indulgent bubble waffles, the UFO is a tasty toasted sandwich filled with ham, cheese and egg... with a twist! Perfect if you’re after something a little less hard on the sweet tooth.

Definitely worth a try if you’re visiting Old Petrie Town.

Don’t forget! Groovin’ in the Green is coming to Narangba!Norfolk Lakes Park will come alive for Golden Grooves - a FREE...
30/08/2026

Don’t forget! Groovin’ in the Green is coming to Narangba!

Norfolk Lakes Park will come alive for Golden Grooves - a FREE afternoon of live music, food, entertainment and family fun!

Bring a picnic rug, gather your favourite people and settle in for an afternoon of live covers and local talent, with plenty happening for the kids too.

🎟️ FREE entry
🎶 Live music
🍔 Food trucks
🎪 Circus entertainment
🎨 Free kids’ activities + face painting
🍻 Licensed area
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome

📅 Saturday, 12 September
⏰ 2pm – 6pm
📍 Norfolk Lakes Park, Narangba

Save the date and get ready for a golden afternoon of music, food and fun close to home! 🌿🎶✨

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A wonderful start to Book Week in Samford last Saturday with Pages in the Park. Dozens of local authors gathered to shar...
28/08/2026

A wonderful start to Book Week in Samford last Saturday with Pages in the Park. Dozens of local authors gathered to share their books, stories and passion for writing with the community.

Despite the rain, the crowds still turned out, proving how much our community values books, learning and the arts.

Congratulations to everyone involved in organising the event and helping showcase the incredible talent we have right here in Moreton Bay.

28/08/2026

Check out this fun!

Local kids are already enjoying the new Dayboro Dirt Jump track ahead of an “official” opening.

I wanted to give the community an update:

- The jumps are finished and safe to ride on. Huge thanks to Trailworx the contractor that worked with council to make this happen!
- Additional services will be added to the site pending UnityWater’s availability to connect water at the site. We will then be able to install bubbler, bins and bollards.
- Some additional tree planting and landscaping is still to come too.

We didn’t think it was worth keeping the kids away from the fun while we wait for these other contractors, but it does mean users will need to keep the site clean and tidy by removing their own rubbish and keep themselves healthy by bringing a water bottle with them.

And before anyone asks about the skate park, I am continuing to follow up with our project managers on that. I understand a new contractor is in place and they will be progressing work soon. I’m not silly enough to give a timeframe for completion as this project just never ceases to disappoint on any timeframe given. Needless to say, the team knows what a big priority it is for me and for the Dayboro community.

We all know and love Old Petrie Town for the markets and heritage buildings, but most overlook the huge community effort...
27/08/2026

We all know and love Old Petrie Town for the markets and heritage buildings, but most overlook the huge community effort over decades that has gone into protecting and enhancing the natural aspects of the site.

The Old Petrie Town Bushcare group meets every Thursday morning to help care for this beautiful riverside habitat along the North Pine River. Volunteers assist with weeding around native plants and protecting an important wildlife corridor for koalas and other local species.

If you’d like to lend a hand and learn a whole lot about native plants and weeds you’ll be guided by some incredibly experienced volunteer leaders.

New volunteers are always welcome.

Email [email protected] for more information or head down and introduce yourself from 7:30am - 9:30am, meeting near the North Pine Potters.

The 9th annual Moreton Bay History Seminar is coming to Morayfield on Tuesday 1 September, exploring this year’s theme, ...
26/08/2026

The 9th annual Moreton Bay History Seminar is coming to Morayfield on Tuesday 1 September, exploring this year’s theme, ‘Change’.

From dusty archives and handwritten stories to digital exhibitions, interactive media and new technology, discover how the way we share and experience our local history is evolving.

Whether you’re a lifelong history lover or simply curious about the stories that have shaped our community, there’s something for everyone.

📅 Tuesday 1 September
⏰ 9am–1pm
📍 Morayfield Sport & Events Centre
🎟️ Free | 16+ | Bookings required
☕ Light morning tea provided

Don’t miss this opportunity to step into the future of history while celebrating the stories of our past!

Book your place today - https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/libraries/Events/History-Seminar-2026

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