Developers lash out at Council over exorbitant rate rises

One of Australia’s biggest developers has lashed out at the Moreton Bay Regional Council and the State Government over huge rate rises and other price increases imposed on retailers and small business.

Longman Residents stand to benefit substantially from either party

While the outcome of the federal election remains uncertain, residents within the seat of Longman will benefit substantially whichever part takes office.

Bribie Island's Park'n Ride Facility Officially Opens on Monday

Bribie Island’s new public transport park n ride facility officially opens on Monday.

Wyatt Roy has won the seat of Longman

While Australia waits to find out who will be running the country, the electorate of Longman can be confident that LNP candidate Wyatt Roy has won the seat.

Tony Abbott heads to Morayfield

The close election battle for the seat of Longman is in evidence this morning with Opposition Leader, Tony Abbott, making a rushed visit to Morayfield.

Mt Mee State Primary School visits Radio Station

101.5fm Radio Station was a hive of activity today when students from Mt Mee State Primary School were shown around the stations’ facilities in preparation for their forth coming on-air roles.

Crackdown on Councillor Spending

There’s to be a crackdown on the way local government councillors can spend allocated ratepayer funds within the community at their discretion without appropriate accountability.

Fire Ant Infestation Discovered

There’s been a fire ant infestation discovered with the Moreton Bay Regional Council area.

New North Lakes Hospital Faces Delays

The construction of a new private hospital at North Lakes faces delays unless the Moreton Bay Regional Council can fast track significant public road works to improve traffic flow.

Caboolture Town Square Upgrade

The Caboolture Town Square is set to receive a federally funded 3 million dollar upgrade if the Labor Party is re-elected on August 21.

Allegations of Misleading Public End

The clash between Moreton Bay Concil Mayor, Allan Sutherland and Councillor Chris Whiting over allegations of misleading public comments has ended ...with no penalty imposed other than a warning letter.

Moreton Bay Ratepayers to Find Over $100 Million for Rail Link

It's been confirmed this morning that Moreton Bay Regional Council ratepayers are going to have to find over 100 million dollars for the proposed Redcliffe rail link.

Rate Notice Bungle by Council

Ratepayers in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area have been urged to check their quarterly rate notices after council has admitted some people have been incorrectly assessed.

Federal Government to Fund Proposed Redcliffe Rail Link

The Federal member for Longman, Jon Sullivan says the Federal Government has agreed to fund the proposed Redcliffe rail link.

New Education Facilities to be Built at Caboolture Hospital

The Federal Government is to spend $9.5 million dollars on constructing two new education facilities for students and clinicians at the Caboolture Hospital.

New Ambulance Station at Ningi

A new Ambulance Station will be built at Ningi at a cost of $2 million dollars.

Overcrowded Trains Spark Accusations of Neglect on Caboolture Lines

The State Government has been accused of deliberately ignoring the needs of rail commuters on the Caboolture and north coast rail lines leading to overcrowded trains and totally inadequate services.

House Owners Still Hit With Water Rates Increases

House owners in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area still face massive water bills despite moves by the council to cushion the impact on ratepayers.

Government to Establish New National Park

The Government has announced the establishment of a new national park near Donnybrook.

State Government Steps Up Its Controlled Burning Program

The State Government is ramping up its controlled burning program in national parks, forests, and other protected areas in preparation for another long bushfire season.

Thousands Protest Demanding Better Pay for Women

The biggest equal pay rally since the 1970s will see thousands of people protest today around Australia, demanding better money for women.

Possible Closure of Tourist Information Centre

Local tourism operators have warned that their industry would be severely harmed if the Moreton Bay Regional Council closes its tourist information centre on the Bruce Highway at Burpengary.

Caboolture Cemetary Vandalised!

Vandals have caused extensive damage at the historic King Street cemetery in Caboolture, pushing over and damaging headstones.

Concerns Over Bribie Island Beach Erosion

Mounting concerns about beach erosion on the western side of Bribie Island will come to a head in the next few weeks with the release of a draft report on recommended actions to be taken.

Commuter Ferries Not Likely in Moreton Bay

Moreton Bay Regional Council Mayor, Allan Sutherland, has scuttled any likelihood of commuter ferries being a feasible alternative to the ever increasing number of cars carrying workers to and from Brisbane every day.

One of Most Valuable Pieces of Land Passed in Auction

One of the best known and most valuable pieces of real estate fronting Pumicestone Passage has been passed in at auction after bidding reached more than 5 million dollars.

Council Still Hopeful for Additional Funding from Canberra

Moreton Bay Regional Council is still hopeful of attracting millions of dollars from the Federal Government to allow it to undertake further major projects in the Caboolture CBD.

Caboolture Police Officer Assaulted

A police officer has spent the night at Caboolture Hospital after being assaulted by a teenager.

Tony Abbott to Deliver Budget Reply

The spotlight will turn to Opposition Leader Tony Abbott today as he gets a chance to make an impression on voters with his budget-in-reply speech.

Kevin Rudd Gets Hit in the Polls

It's been a bad month for Kevin Rudd with the backlash from the dumped emissions trading scheme and botched home insulation scheme reflected in the latest poll results.

Podcasts and Photo Gallery Available from Urban Country Music Festival!

Available now on 101.5FM's webiste, podcasts and photos from the Urban Country Music Festival with much more to come! Check it all out now!

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1,300 New Homes Coming to Morayfield

Morayfield will soon have 1,300 new homes, years sooner, thanks to a $10.5 million investment from the Rudd Government's Housing Affordability Fund.

Katrina Burgoyne Drops into 101.5FM at Urban 2010

Dan Thornton, Production Manager, has worked tireless hours in bringing you the official voice of Urban Country Music Festival 2010. Dan relaxes with Katrina Burgoyne after her interview with 101.5FM.

Stories Behind the Songs at Urban

101.5FM has the Town square alive today with all the stages in full swing. The Songwriter's cafe is always popular find out the stories behind the songs from the writers.

2010 Urban Country Music Festival Has Arrived!

The Urban Country Music Festival has almost arrived in Caboolture as final preparations are made for the 6pm kick off with the Burbs 'n Bush party in Town Square on Friday night. With four jam packed days of free entertainment, the party runs all the way till 3pm on the 3rd of May.

Residents Still Waiting for Government Report on Toxic Industries

Residents in and around the sprawling suburb of North Lakes are still waiting for the Bligh Government to produce a report on whether a nearby cluster of toxic industries is harming their health four years after the investigation was first promised.

Deformities to Fish Caused by Fungicide (Noosa)

Gwen Gilson, owner of the Sunland Fish Hatchery near Noosa on the Sunshine Coast, filed a suit in the Brisbane Supreme Coury yesterday, claiming the fungicide Carbendazim has drifted over her hatchery from her neighbour's macadamia nut farm.

Desalination Plant on Bribie Still Possible

Anna Bligh and Labor have not ruled out building a desalination plant on Bribie Island despite "sneaky protestations" by Member of Pumicestone, Carryn Sullivan.

Two face murder and torture charges!

A man and woman will face court today, charged with a range of offences including attempted murder and torture.

QLD could soon have split time zones!

Queensland MPs have been tasked with taking daylight savings to their electorates to see if there's support for a split time zone for the state.

QLD Health Moves Specialised Therapy Services Out of Caboolture Hospital!

Queensland Health has responded to Caboolture residents claims that specialised therapy services would be quietly moved from Caboolture Hospital to an establishment at North Lakes.

Caboolture Library Makes Way For Unity Water!

Caboolture Library will be moved into the memorial hall to make way for the headquarters of new water supply company Unity Water.

New Crime Fighting Initiative Launched!

A new police initiative has been launched in Caboolture to combat local crime and anti social behaviour thanks to the support of the local community.

Armed Robber Stopped by Shop Owner!

A shop owner on Bribie Island used a block of wood this morning to foil an attempted armed robbery at Sylvan Beach.

Wyatt Roy talks to 101.5FM!

LNP Candidate for Longman at this year’s Federal Election Wyatt Roy. Listen to Wyatt’s first radio interview since his official endorsement right here on 101.5fm, Radio for the Moreton Bay Region.

Dead Fish in Lake at Beachmere

The residents action group at Beachmere has angrily accused the Moreton Bay Regional Council Mayor, Allan Sutherland, of snubbing them and their efforts to work with Council to resolve the issue of accidental fish kills at the Lake in Biggs Avenue.

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MBRC Area Land Valuation Report Released

The State Government has confirmed that property owners in the Moreton Bay area have been hit with huge increases in land valuations.

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