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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Excitement builds for Tastes of Moreton Bay Feastival
As excitement builds for the 2022 Tastes of Moreton Bay Feastival, with tickets going on sale next week (June 7), we chat to the event’s ambassador whose “unbridled enthusiasm” for local produce makes him the perfect man for the job.
New signing boost for Dolphins NRL debut
The Dolphins continue to develop their roster for their National Rugby League (NRL) competition debut with the signing of Bulldogs’ hooker Jeremy Marshall-King.
Help for small businesses hit by floods
Low interest loans are now available for Queensland primary producers and small businesses in local government areas (LGAs) facing a massive clean-up after the recent flooding.
Bribie needs to be treasured, says new BIEPA President
Partnerships are among the top priorities for the new president of Bribie Island Environmental Protection Association (BIEPA). We chat to Richard Ogden about his plans for the group and the natural wonder that is Bribie Island
Major expansion plans for Cameron Smith Classic
The Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC) is being taken to “another level” this year at the Wantima Country Club in Brendale.
No honeymoon for 'Headsplitter'
Issac 'Headsplitter' Hardman has, with the blessing of his wife, postponed their honeymoon to get back in the boxing ring.
Fun way to celebrate early years
Caboolture East State School hosted a special Under 8s Day to celebrate children in their early years.
Brooke's battle in home of muay thai
Burpengary’s Brooke Cooper is switching fight codes, for one night, to reach a sporting milestone.
Bracing for rates rise
Moreton Bay Region ratepayers can expect a higher rates rise than usual when Council hands down its Budget on June 17, Mayor Peter Flannery says. Here’s what we know
Monitoring coastal changes a snap
The community will be able to help monitor the condition of local beaches when a new program - CoastSnap - launches this year. Find out what it's all about and how to get involved...
