Bellmere
About Bellmere
Located to the west of Caboolture, Bellmere is a quiet suburban area. Bordering the Caboolture River, the suburb offers a variety of parks and playgrounds for residents to enjoy.
Surrounding suburbs include Caboolture, Caboolture South, Moodlu, Morayfield, Rocksberg, Upper Caboolture and Wamuran.
Things to see and do in Bellmere
History of Bellmere
It has been claimed that the origins of the suburb name Bellmere, was after the local landowner Arthur John Bell.
Kids put best foot forward for National Walk Safely to School Day
Pupils at Bellmere State School will take part in National Walk Safely to School Day on May 22, featuring fun safety checkpoints and activities. Led by the Pedestrian Council of Australia, it promotes health, safety, active travel and classroom focus.
What’s on in 2026 with free community events across the City of Moreton Bay
A full calendar of free community events is being rolled out for 2026, giving locals clarity on what’s happening and when.
New parks for school holidays
Four new and upgraded parks are opening across the Moreton Bay region ahead of the spring school holidays.
World-first vaccine for koalas
An ecology and veterinary centre in the Moreton Bay region has helped develop a world-first vaccine to save koalas.
Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum
Work has started on the $1.7m Abbey Museum Art Gallery and Café extension for paintings never put on display at the Caboolture attraction before. ** FREE TO READ **
"Shocked" to be unsung hero
Caboolture rugby coach Sione Lolohea was “shocked” to be named one of Australia's top 10 unsung sporting heroes in the Cadbury Volunteer Values Awards. ** FREE TO READ **
The Latest
Major addition to historic site
The Abbey Museum’s new $2.1 million art gallery and café has been officially unveiled on the outskirts of Caboolture.
"This must change", says Mayor
Mayor Peter Flannery has called for State and Federal politicians to give “serious and realistic recognition” of the City of Moreton Bay.
Flying to help flood-hit north
Moreton Bay SES volunteers are heading north to help the flood-ravaged areas of Townsville and Ingham.
Laini gets first Matildas call-up
Laini Freier, who was born at Redcliffe and played junior and senior football in Moreton Bay, has received her first international call-up.
Safety must come first, says Council chief
Moreton Bay City Council's hit back at suggestions it has put Lakeside Raceway “at risk” and is responsible for a “skinny events calendar”.
Big opening for new-look skate park
The revamped and expanded Morayfield Skate Park is set to open later this month with pro skaters, live music and a free sausage sizzle.
Free bus safety training for kids
Caboolture Bus Lines is planning to launch Queensland’s first bus safety education facility for school children.
Gateway to start $2 billion upgrade
Construction on stage one of the new Gateway Motorway and Bruce Highway Upgrades is expected to start next year.
Lightning strikes twice in Deception Bay
A Deception Bay woman’s Keno numbers have come up trumps again, adding more than $150,000 to the million dollars she won 10 years ago!
Australia Day honours for Moreton Bay residents
Community heroes from the City of Moreton Bay have been recognised in the 2025 Australia Day honours list. We chat to some of the local legends making a difference in the place we call home.
