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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Unitywater is shining a light on three of its female engineers on International Women in Engineering Day today. We'll introduce you to three amazing women.
Keno winner: 'It feels like a dream'
When a Bribie Island man checked his Keno ticket at his local bowls club and realised he’d won a $326,000 prize, the place erupted in cheers.
Major boost for headspace services in Longman
The Federal Government is providing $593,210 for headspace services in the Longman electorate.
Seven new medical centres join COVID vaccine rollout
Seven more medical practices in the Longman electorate will start giving the COVID-19 vaccine in coming weeks.
Top six projects in pipeline for our region
With our region set to overtake the population of Tasmania in less than two decades, Moreton Bay Regional Council is investing big bucks today on critical infrastructure. Here's the top six:
Council Budget: Divisions 1-4 highlights
We take a look at what the Moreton Bay Regional Council’s record $245 million 2021-22 Budget has to offer for residents of Divisions 1-4.
Council Budget: What you need to know
Moreton Bay Regional Council has just handed down its 2021-22 Budget. Here’s what you need to know about infrastructure spending, capital works and rates.
School holiday activities return
Moreton Bay Regional Council's holiday program is back from June 18 to July 11, with a range of favourites returning and new activities for children and young people aged 3-17 years.
Planning focus in record council budget
Record capital expenditure with a focus on improving planning across the region are expected to be hallmarks of Moreton Bay Regional Council’s 2021-22 Budget, when it is handed down on June 18.
Lotto millions still unclaimed
Lottery players are being urged to check old tickets as there are 10 unclaimed division one and major lottery prizes in Queensland worth $7.4 million - and one is from the Moreton Bay Region.
