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.
Bribie to host “biggest yet”
Bribie Island will host the Pastel Society of Australia’s biggest Annual Awards exhibition yet, featuring acclaimed artists, free demonstrations and a celebration of fine art.
Funding fires up Moreton Bay festivals
Woodfordia and the Bribie Island Nature Festival have secured $71,000 in Festivals Australia funding to expand arts, culture and community experiences across Moreton Bay.
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.
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World Mental Health Day: Supporting parents is critical
Advocates from the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program say parents and carers need to support their children’s wellbeing as well as their own, to ease Australia’s growing mental health crisis. It comes as we mark World Mental Health day today
National call-ups after golden titles
Redcliffe water polo stars Amelie Hoefel and Tian Markart have won gold medals - and places in next year's national training program.
Work to start on new park
Construction will soon start on a new $3.4 million play and picnic park, which has “been in the works” of Moreton Bay region more than 20 years.
"Premier" plans for prime site
Plans for a “premier” hotel on one of Moreton Bay region’s most high-profile blocks of land, will take a significant step forward this week.
Young volunteer makes Heroes final
Tristan Kolio, who was inspired to join Moreton Bay SES after the devastating floods of 2022, is now a finalist in the QBANK Everyday Heroes Awards.
Funding call as homelessness hits record high
The number of homeless people in the City of Moreton Bay has risen 90 per cent in the last decade, according to 2021 Census figures.
How to create an Australian native garden oasis
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Sporting salute to Brett
The Moreton Bay region will host a special sporting tribute to Senior Constable Brett Forte on Saturday (October 5).
New "tourist park" plan for region
Plans have been lodged for a new caravan park and amenities in the Moreton Bay region.
