Samford Progress

Proud owner & operator of The Village Pump community newspaper

LATEST NEWS: SEGT Grant | 2025 Village Pump Media Kit & Dates
Serving, preserving & protecting the interests of the local community since 1970
Samford Progress works on behalf of the residents of Samford and surrounding districts to promote and protect the interests of the community. We advocate on behalf of the community to local, state and federal representatives and take pride in the relationships built over many years which have enabled great progress.
Samford Progress community news

Behind the Business: Café Lagarto
At the Lifestyle Centre Samford, we speak to Café Lagarto's owner, Natalie Ross about her & her business.

Samford Scout Group benefits from SDPPA Grant
Samford Scout Group used their 2022 SDPPA grant to refurbish the floor of their main scout hall building with amazing results.

Grant for Meals on Wheels Samford
Meals on Wheels Samford used their 2022 SDPPA grant to purchase an automatic sandwich sealing machine.

National Tree Day – 31st July
Why not grow a bush food plant? They're edible and native to Australia. They can be harvested, cooked & used as medicine.
The Village Pump
The SDPPA owns and operates The Village Pump community newspaper – the ‘voice’ of the local community. This free community newspaper is proudly produced and printed locally each fortnight, showcasing local activities, events, community views, achievements, news and local business advertisers.