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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Volunteers making a difference
Today marks the start of National Volunteer Week, a chance to celebrate those who donate their time to help others in our community. Moreton Bay Regional Prostate Cancer Support Group is a shining example of why volunteers are so important
Shape of future at Centre of Excellence
The region's new $22 million Centre of Excellence for Women’s Football is fast taking shape at Brendale. CHECK OUT VIDEO
Siblings make state titles family affair
Nate and Tyriani Wood, from Woody Point, have added state titles to their national karting crowns.
Power's national setback - but Aaron returns
Peninsula Power has not been named among the clubs through to the second round of assessments for the new National Second Tier (NST). But their most successful head coach is back. FREE TO READ
New jobs as GYG Warner opens
Guzman y Gomez (GYG) will create around 100 new jobs with the opening of its fifth restaurant in the Moreton Bay Region on Tuesday.
Dewi's courting more medals
Margate's Dewi Madigan has already won gold, silver and bronze in an amazing autumn on the track – and now he’s looking for more.
Wilson's new Mexican challenge
Liam Wilson, from All Star Boxing Academy in Lawnton, will kickstart his bid for another world title shot on the Gold Coast next month.
World's best heading to Morayfield
Morayfield is to host the return of international taekwondo to Australia – with a reigning world champion this week joining the early entries.
D-day close for Bribie church plan
Bribie Island may soon find out if plans for a new church get the green light - despite dozens of residents' objections.
Federal Budget: What’s in it for you?
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has just handed down the 2023-24 Federal Budget. We break it down for you. Here’s what we know
