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31/03/2024

The April edition of the Local Times is out in your community now! Grab a copy from stands now.
Or read online at https://www.localtimes.com.au/
Enjoy the rest of your Easter long weekend!

10/03/2024

Happy Monday everyone! Grab a 'Dose of Dorin' to start your week off right!

16/02/2024

Important Weather and Flooding update from the City of Moreton Bay's office and Mayor Flannery

The most up to date information can be found at Disaster Dashboard
disaster.moretonbay.qld.gov.au Dashboard (moretonbay.qld.gov.au).

The City of Moreton Bay experienced heavy to locally intense rainfall and dangerous flooding overnight, further straining recovery efforts following January's severe weather event. Although severe thunderstorms have temporarily subsided, the possibility of their redevelopment remains. The situation is under close monitoring, with detailed warnings to follow as needed.

Last night's storm brought exceptionally heavy rainfall, catching forecasters off guard. Despite a forecast indicating a minimal chance of less than 40mm of rain, some areas received up to 154mm. The council's proactive disaster management approach, honed through past flood events, includes a free 24/7 flood warning service for MoretonAlert subscribers. However, the severity of this morning's flooding prompted additional severe thunderstorm warnings for heavy rainfall.

Since 3 am, the City of Moreton Bay's disaster management teams and council staff have been actively managing flooding impacts and road closures, with 53 roads currently closed. The SES team, integrated into the disaster management effort, has received two assistance requests. Sandbag stations have been set up across affected areas for residents in need.

Residents are urged to prioritize safety, stay home if roads are flooded, and seek refuge with family or friends if necessary. City libraries are open as refuges, and residents are reminded to remain vigilant and have emergency plans in place. Visit https://www.getready.qld.gov.au/get-prepared to create a Household Extreme Weather Emergency Plan.

Natural disasters impact thousands of Queenslanders every year. Each disaster has lasting effects on people, their property and their possessions. Disasters can happen fast and without much warning. This means that it is hard to react to a disaster if you have not planned for one. People who get rea...

24/12/2023

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas. We hope your day is full of love and joy. From all of us at The Local Times.

20/12/2023

The Ride of His Life
Two-and-a-half year-old Leo broke into a huge grin when he first met Super Ute driver Jimmy Vernon just before his race at the Gold Coast 500 (GC500) in October.
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Two-and-a-half year-old Leo broke into a huge grin when he first met Super Ute driver Jimmy Vernon just before his race at the Gold Coast 500 (GC500) in October. The keen motorsport fan was especially delighted when he was shown the colourful decal featuring his own photographic image on the back of...

19/12/2023

Trash Fashion Art Exhibition Spotlights Beach Pollution
A touring exhibition that has been capturing attention with its message about marine life conservation is about to make waves in Redcliffe.
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https://www.localtimes.com.au/post/trash-fashion-art-exhibition-spotlights-beach-pollution

18/12/2023

Jinda Magic Has Us Under Their Spell
Women's champions, Jiinda Magic, demonstrated that winners are grinners after taking out the senior women's division in the Indigenous Football (Soccer) tournament held in North Lakes in November.
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Women's champions, Jiinda Magic, demonstrated that winners are grinners after taking out the senior women's division in the Indigenous Football (Soccer) tournament held in North Lakes in November. “Jiinda” means sister in the language of the Gumbaynggirr people from the Grafton region, also home...

14/12/2023

A Promising Summer of Cricket Ahead For Snakes
Now early in his second season with the Caboolture Sports Cricket Club, Senior Men's Captain Cameron Trask believes the Snakes have a lot to look forward to this year.
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Now early in his second season with the Caboolture Sports Cricket Club, Senior Men's Captain Cameron Trask believes the Snakes have a lot to look forward to this year. “The younger blokes in particular are looking strong this year,” says ‘Trasky’, who is excited about what he sees in the jun...

13/12/2023

Gone Fishing
School holidays are here and it is time to take the kids out for a fishing adventure. On the Sunshine Coast there is bream, whiting and dart in the gutters all the way from Double Island Point to the mouth of the Noosa River. In the Maroochydore River, there is good whiting on the run-out tide between the yellow channel marker and the green marker at night 100m from the Mudjimba Boat Ramp.
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School holidays are here and it is time to take the kids out for a fishing adventure. On the Sunshine Coast there is bream, whiting and dart in the gutters all the way from Double Island Point to the mouth of the Noosa River. In the Maroochydore River, there is good whiting on the run-out tide betwe...

12/12/2023

Swapping Food Gains Popularity
When the home veggie patch produces an abundance of crops, consuming them all can be problematic. Fortunately, an international crop-swapping initiative called, Grow Make Bake offers a solution. Community-based swap groups provide growers and gardeners with an opportunity to share resources and swap excess produce without any money changing hands.
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When the home veggie patch produces an abundance of crops, consuming them all can be problematic. Fortunately, an international crop-swapping initiative called, Grow Make Bake offers a solution. Community-based swap groups provide growers and gardeners with an opportunity to share resources and swap...

11/12/2023

It's nearly that time!!!
And time for a Dose of Dorin!

11/12/2023

Queensland hospitality company, the Comiskey Group, has unveiled the first artist impressions of the new Dakabin Hotel. The pub, situated on a sprawling 3.75-hectare land on the corner of Alma and Old Gympie Road, is set to become a vibrant entertainment hub with its very own indoor basketball court.

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Queensland hospitality company, the Comiskey Group, has unveiled the first artist impressions of the new Dakabin Hotel. The pub, situated on a sprawling 3.75-hectare land on the corner of Alma and Old Gympie Road, is set to become a vibrant entertainment hub with its very own indoor basketball court...

30/11/2023

The December edition of The Local Times is in stands now! Full of local stories and news relevant to your community, grab a copy now! Or read online.

The Local Times is a free newspaper servicing Moreton Bay communities.

01/11/2023

The November Edition of The Local Times is in stands now! Grab your copy before they are gone.
Read great local stories and news relevant to your community.

13/10/2023

Cornetts Supermarkets are celebrating their 50th birthday and to mark the occasion, their customers are the winners! They are giving away $10,000 worth of $100 gift cards, a $5,000 gift card grand prize, and $5,000 charity donation – giving away a total of $20,000.

Cornetts Supermarkets have been a household name in Queensland for half a century, and until October 17th, customers can join the festivities by visiting any of the 35 Cornetts or Everfresh store locations across Queensland and scan their loyalty card to enter the giveaway. For every swipe of their loyalty card, customers receive one entry into the daily drawing for five $100 gift cards.

The grand finale of this extraordinary celebration will feature the drawing of the $5,000 gift card grand prize. All entries collected during the promotional period will be included, offering every customer a chance to take home this fantastic reward.
Cornetts Supermarkets remarkable journey began in 1973 when founder Derek Cornett opened the very first store in Chermside, North Brisbane. Since then, Cornetts has grown to operate 35 stores across the entire Queensland region. Throughout the years, the supermarket chain has remained steadfast in its commitment to the community, consistently supporting local produce and giving back to the people who have made their success possible.

05/10/2023

The October Edition of The Local Times is in stands around the community now! Grab your copy to keep up to date with news in your local area and to read some great local stories.
If you'd like to read it online click below:
https://www.localtimes.com.au/