Master plan for historic village

Plans to revitalise Old Petrie Town historical village have been given a $2.5 million boost.

Moreton Bay City Council last week endorsed the funding and activation of a masterplan for the 48-acre site in Whiteside.

Mayor Peter Flannery said the master plan is the result of almost six months planning and an investigation into buildings onsite.

“This follows recommendations of the Old Petrie Town Councillor Taskforce to oversee the site’s transition to City of Moreton Bay," he said.

“City of Moreton Bay will operate Old Petrie Town from July 1, 2025, taking over from the Y Queensland (YMCA) who have managed the site for over 25 years. 

"We thank them for their management of the site and will work closely with them in this transition. Next steps will be communicated to onsite occupants first. 

"Council will then work through individual situations with each tenant from July 1 when we have tenure. 

"New agreements will be offered to existing commercial and community occupants to ensure continuity.

“Council will upgrade and restore assets to ensure the continued use of safe infrastructure at Old Petrie Town

"However, this will be done in a staged approach to minimise disruption to occupants and visitors. 

"Unfortunately, there are a small number of buildings that have fallen into disrepair and will need to be closed."