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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Who’s Who in 2022, Business: Tracy Johnson
A Principal at SRJ Walker Wayland in Brendale was announced this year’s Employee of the Year at the 2022 Moreton Bay Business and Innovation Awards.
Who’s Who in 2022, Business: Rhonda Cockinos
As businesses and tourism operators bounce back after a hard few years due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Bribie Island Chamber of Commerce has been by their sides to ensure they thrive now and into the future
Who’s Who in 2022, Business: Alisa Starkey, Ozius
Bribie Island-based Ozius Biome only launched in August, but already it’s generating high-speed data that helps organisations be better prepared for bushfires and floods. Founder Alisa Starkey launched the company at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summit Canberra, which showcases how governments and public sector organisations across Australia and New Zealand are using technology and digital innovation to help solve pressing issues and drive economic growth.
'Mealraiser' feeds hundreds in need
More than 420 free hot meals were delivered to people in need this week, thanks to The Mini Farm Project’s signature fundraiser.
Who’s Who in 22: Business, part one
Today, we continue our Who’s Who in 22 series by listing businesses and businesspeople, in the Moreton Bay Region, who have achieved great things in 2022. There’s burger joints, butchers, tech companies, farmers and more. Check out part one of the list
Who’s Who in 22, Business: Sharon Armstrong
Sharon Armstrong has continued as a committee member and Deputy Chair for RDA Moreton Bay in 2022 and a supporter of Moreton Bay Regional Council’s push to become a city
State of the Region, green ambitions
In his inaugural ‘State of the Region’ address, Mayor Peter Flannery has revealed Moreton Bay Regional Council is going into 2023 with the ambitious goal of protecting 75 per cent of its landmass from development
Who’s Who in 22: Sport, part two
Today we continue our Who’s Who in 22 series by listing sporting stars, with ties to the Moreton Bay Region, who have achieved great things in 2022. There’s Little League baseballers, swimmers, boxers, runners, a well-known golfer and a Dolphin or two. Check out part two of the list
Big plans for Creative art trail
Planning is already well under way for The Samford & Surrounds Art Trail & Open Studios in 2023.
Clubs team-up to install life saver
Two cricket clubs on the Redcliffe peninsula have joined forces to support men’s health.
