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Your Listing @ Moreton Bay Highlights is Live... But Is It Working for You?
You’re now listed on Moreton Bay Highlights—that’s step one
Deb Huxley
June 09, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
Welcome to the Bay BuzzWelcome to the Moreton Bay Highlights community!We’ve taken the liberty of adding your business to our growing local directory that showcases the best of what our region has to offer. When I first arrived in Moreton Bay, my goal was simple—build genuine friendships in this approachable, down-to-earth community. Three years later, that community now includes many of the incredible businesses I’ve had the pleasure of trading with, many of the listings included. 👉 Take a moment to view your listing here: If you are happy to be included, please check that all your details are correct. Your presence here helps us celebrate local, support each other, and make it easier for residents and visitors to discover businesses they’ll love. Thanks for being part of something bigger. Warm regards, |  Woody Point Waterfront |
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“I’ve always had a deep appreciation for storytelling and community, but it wasn’t until I took a 12-month respite after a brain operation that I truly saw the beauty in slowing down and noticing the world around me. During that time, I found myself connecting with the Moreton Bay area—not just as a place to live, but as a place full of untold stories, hidden gems, and incredible people.
As I recovered, I realized how powerful it was to find joy in the local—every sunrise over the water, every market conversation, every small business doing big things. That quiet time gave me clarity. I didn’t want to wait for a perfect moment to share these stories—I wanted to start now. That’s when the idea of a newsletter was born. A way to capture and celebrate the everyday magic of this place I’ve grown to love. It’s more than just news—it’s a love letter to a region that helped me heal and inspired me to create.”
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Why do you give so many resources away for free?
Honestly? Because I’ve been where you are—trying to build something meaningful while juggling life, health, family, and a business that never seems to rest. After my recovery, I realized something powerful: Work should fit into your life, not the other way around.
One of the biggest challenges I faced was creating structure when everything felt uncertain. Whether you're recovering, raising a family, running a local shop, or just trying to make ends meet—every day looks different. And structure? It doesn't always come easy.
That's why I started offering these free resources alongside the Moreton Bay Directory. I wanted to help others create space and ease—resources that help you show up consistently, stay productive, and keep your passion alive without burning out.
The tools I share—social media templates, promo checklists, community growth tips—are all things I’ve used myself or built to help real local businesses thrive. This isn’t just about promotion. It’s about giving people in our region the freedom to grow on their terms, not someone else’s schedule.
If I can make someone’s day easier or their business run smoother, why wouldn’t I?
"Just because I give freely doesn’t mean I’m always available—and just because I work online doesn’t mean I’m always working. Boundaries protect the freedom I’ve built, and I encourage every business owner to do the same. Sustainable success starts with honoring your time."
 My adorable poochy |  Margate Walkway |
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