Bribie Island
Cross the Bribie Island bridge over Pumicestone Passage and you'll find yourself relaxing as soon as you cross to the other side of this coastal paradise.
The Bribie Island area includes Banksia Beach, Bellara, Bongaree, Welsby, White Patch, Woorim, Beachmere, Donnybrook, Meldale, Toorbul, Godwin Beach, Ningi and Sandstone Point.
Nearly a third of the Island is uninhabited as it forms the Bribie Island National Park.
Bribie Island is the only Queensland island connected to the mainland by bridge. This allows easy access by car, about an hour and 20 minutes’ drive from the Brisbane Central Business District.
Bridge plan seeks new approval
The proposed $750 million Bribie Island Bridge has entered the federal environmental approval process, with construction expected to begin in 2028 and deliver safer, improved traffic and active transport connections.
Protecting Bribie’s nesting turtles
Moreton Bay celebrates a strong Bribie Island turtle nesting season with 26 nests recorded. Six marine turtle species spotted as Council and volunteers protect hatchlings through lighting controls, shade structures and community action for conservation.
New On Demand Service for Bribie
Bribie residents are to get a new On Demand Transport service, with an experienced local operator to deliver the three-year trial.
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.
Medicare Urgent Care Clinic opens in Deception Bay
Residents across Deception Bay and surrounding suburbs now have access to free urgent healthcare with the opening of the Deception Bay Medicare Urgent Care Clinic.
Power still out, roads closed in Moreton Bay
UPDATE 3.15PM. More than 21,000 homes and businesses are still without power after Monday’s wild storms, which hit the City of Moreton Bay particularly hard. More than 30 local roads are still closed as are several schools. Here is the latest.
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Balancing act - the trade college way
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Sam's stunning gold at world titles
Former Albany Creek Swim Club member Sam Short helped give Australia a ‘four-some’ start to the World Aquatic Championships in Japan last night.
Pop-up viewing for major projects
Plans for four huge transport projects will be open for the public to view at North Lakes Community Centre next month.
Safety upgrades on major road
A major safety upgrade is about to get underway on Anzac Ave in Kallangur.
Revving up for motor show
Thousands of visitors and car enthusiasts are expected at Sandstone Point Hotel tomorrow for Motor Culture Australia’s latest event.
Overpass restrictions stay in place
Restrictions will remain on the Linkfield Road overpass until “further structural analysis and safety repairs are undertaken”.
Forum to address challenges for new city
Moreton Bay Region will become the City of Moreton Bay from Monday, July 24. The announcement was made at today’s Leaders’ Forum which brought representatives from all three levels of government together to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the new city. Here’s what is happening
Bay Cats? Bold bid for Moreton Bay ferry
Moreton Bay Council has today announced it will fund a study to investigate the viability of a ferry service in Moreton Bay, dubbed ‘Bay Cats’ which could create an aquatic public transport network linking Bribie Island to Brisbane. Here’s what we know
Samba time as World Cup kicks-off
Moreton Bay Region has joined the FIFA Women’s World Cup celebrations with local fans meeting South American stars and getting ready for a samba party.
Sim's birdie blitz lands title
Redcliffe raised the bar and the 2023 Optilease Pro-Am delivered – on and off the Clontarf golf course - with Michael Sim winning a thriller. ** FREE TO READ **
