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Moreton Bay City Council Budget 2025-26: Divisions 1, 2, 3 highlights

Above: The Budget includes funding to renew parts of Bongaree Jetty.

Division 1 

Councillor Brooke Savige said the 2025-26 Budget delivers key infrastructure upgrades that support active lifestyles and improve access to public spaces for all residents.

“This budget strengthens our coastal lifestyle by investing in safer roads, upgraded facilities, and more accessible spaces for recreation and relaxation,” she said.

“On top of Council’s $8 million commitment to protect and enhance our beaches and coastal areas.

“We’re delivering local projects that make it easier for residents to spend more time outdoors, enjoying well-designed public spaces.”

Key projects:

  • Upgrades to shared pathway from Bongaree to Woorim as well as completion of the new Changing Places facility at Woorim Beach
  • Upgrades to the skate park at Sunderland Drive, Bellara
  • Development of a water sports precinct facility at Bellara with construction over two financial years
  • Jetty pontoon renewal at Bongaree including replacement of two pontoons and repairs to support piles
  • Road safety upgrades to Old Toorbul Point Road, Caboolture with works over two financial years
  • New fitness equipment at Fauna Way Park, Ningi
  • New amenities at Bribie Island Memorial Gardens, Woorim
Upgrades to the Uhlmann Rd Boat Ramp are in the Budget. File picture

Division 2

Councillor Mark Booth said the 2025-26 Budget delivers a strong investment in roads and infrastructure for the city.

“Improving transport networks through Council’s $64 million road rehabilitation and resurfacing program builds a more connected and resilient community,” he said.

“Enhancements to road safety, playgrounds and renewal of our infrastructure will help ensure our residents live in a safe and accessible Division 2.”

Key projects:

  • Upgrades to the existing Uhlmann Road Boat Ramp car park to accommodate approximately a further 20 car trailer units
  • Playground upgrades at Lions Park, Eleanor Street, Burpengary including the equipment, edging and soft fall
  • Road safety upgrades to Station Road, from Jill Street to David Street, Burpengary and design of road upgrades on Station Road from Progress Road to west of St. Eugene College access Road, Burpengary
  • Upgrades to the stormwater pipes and system located at Patrick Street, Beachmere and Fiona Street from Patrick Street to Grove Crescent, and Gillian Street, Beachmere
  • Resurfacing of the road at Gleeson Road, Burpengary and Mackie Road, Narangba
  • Design of intersection upgrades at Old Bay Road and Arthur Drewett Drive, Burpengary East and the intersection at Burpengary Road, Station Road, Henderson Road and Rowley Road, Burpengary
Plans are to improve water quality at Centenary lakes

Division 3 

Councillor Adam Hain said the 2025-26 Budget is about shaping more connected, liveable, and vibrant communities.

“Upgrades to crucial road corridors like Caboolture River Road, will help ease traffic congestion and support new housing in our growth areas,” he said.

“I’m also looking forward to the transformation of the Centenary Lakes precinct. These enhancements will create a welcoming environment for walkers, promote active travel, support our local footy club, and breathe new life into Caboolture’s most iconic location.”

Key projects:

  • Upgrades to Caboolture River Road between Grant Road and Morayfield Road to provide a four-lane median divided road, with works over three financial years
  • A new Caboolture Rugby League clubhouse with construction over two financial years
  • Rehabilitation and enhancement of Centenary Lakes to improve water quality, safety and amenity, with works over three financial years
  • A new all-abilities regional playground at Centenary Lake, including an accessible zero-depth splash park water play space, adventure and nature play areas, dog off-leash area relocation, Changing Places amenities, car park and pathways
  • Active transport upgrades and road rehabilitation from Elliott Street to Caboolture River to improve pedestrian and cyclist access to the Caboolture CBD
  • Design for a new stable block, new national standard outdoor sand arena and new powered camp sites at the Queensland State Equestrian Centre as well as building remediation works to the Caboolture Historical Village and Caboolture Showgrounds
  • Road rehabilitation on parts of Old Gympie Road and Pumicestone Road at Caboolture, and William Berry Drive at Morayfield

Project funding contributions

Some projects delivered by City of Moreton Bay are partly or fully funded through state and federal governments.

SEQ City Deal Liveability Fund project - With contributions from state and federal governments. Projects include:

  • Division 1: Bribie Island Shared Path Upgrade, Bongaree Jetty Pontoon Renewal, Woorim Beach Changing Places Facility and Bribie Island Memorial Gardens Amenities
  • Division 3: Centenary Lakes Regional Playground and Centenary Lakes Activation (Elliot Street to Caboolture River – Active Transport Upgrade and Road Rehabilitation

SEQ City Deal Growth Area Compact - State government funding support (distributed by Economic Development Queensland) towards the following project:

  • Division 3: Caboolture River Road (Grant - Morayfield) - Road Upgrade

Investing in Our Communities Program - Projects with a co-contribution from the Federal Government's program include:

  • Division 3: Centenary Lakes Regional Playground and Caboolture Rugby League Clubhouse – Building Upgrade
  • Division 8: Les Hughes Sports Complex – Netball Building Upgrade
  • Division 11: Narangba - Harris Avenue Sports Complex Clubhouse - Building New

South East Queensland Community Stimulus Program - The following projects are to be delivered as part of the State Government's program:

  • Division 1: Bongaree Caravan Park Water Reticulation Upgrade and Bribie Island Library Courtyard Upgrade

Road Safety Black Spot Program - Projects to improve road safety and help prevent serious injuries and deaths on our roads funded via this Federal Government program include:

  • Division 1: Caboolture - Old Toorbul Point Road - Road Safety Upgrades

School Transport Infrastructure Program - Projects to improve safety around schools through new or improved transport infrastructure funded via the state government:

  • Division 3: Caboolture – Smiths Road Footpath and Kerb Buildout (near Tullawong State School)

State Government contributions: The following have received contributions from the Queensland Government:

  • Division 3: Morayfield – Buchanan Road Corridor Upgrade – Design and Planning