Burpengary
About Burpengary
Burpengary is one of Moreton Bay region’s fastest growing residential areas, situated on the Burpengary Creek and the Bruce Highway. This suburb is a hidden gem with a great selection of parks and playgrounds for families to head outdoors and explore nature in their own backyards.
There are two out-of-town shopping centres servicing the suburb; Burpengary Plaza and Burpengary Village Shopping Centre. A number of both State and Catholic Schools are located in Burpengary offering prep to year 12 education.
Things to do and see in Burpengary
- Explore a variety of parks and playgrounds
- Caboolture Regional Aquatic Centre
- Caboolture Environmental Education Centre (CREEC)
History of Burpengary
The name Burpengary, is derived from the Aboriginal word burpengar, meaning the place of the green wattle. Europeans settled in Burpengary in the 1870s, the first industry established was timber cutting.
The railway line through Burpengary to Caboolture was opened in 1888. Burpengary remained a rural village until the mid-twentieth century, when in the 1970’s Burpengary developed into an urban area with its position on the railway line desirable to city commuters.
Suburb takes top spot in slowing market
Morayfield has topped Queensland’s housing market for house sales, with Caboolture, Burpengary and Narangba also ranking in the state’s top 10 as buyers continue to target affordable Moreton Bay suburbs.
Caboolture first for Roar
Brisbane Roar will launch their 2026-27 pre-season at Caboolture Sports, with a family-friendly match featuring player signings, coaching clinics and fan activities.
Sunnylands Sourdough rises in Burpengary
From homemade loaves to a thriving shopfront, Sunnylands Sourdough Bakery is winning over Burpengary with handcrafted artisan bread, sourdough pastries and a strong connection to the local community.
A Local’s Guide to Burpengary with Simmone Gabriel
Discover Burpengary through the eyes of local business owner Simmone Gabriel, who shares her favourite cafés, restaurants and hidden gems while reflecting on the suburb’s rapid growth and strong community spirit.
Four charged after break-ins
Four men have been charged after a series of alleged vehicle thefts and break-ins across Moreton Bay, with police tracking suspects through Narangba and Burpengary as part of Operation Yankee Forge.
Green light for new hotel
A new hotel and entertainment precinct in Burpengary has been approved, replacing the long-running Woodpecker Bar and Grill. The development includes dining, gaming and outdoor spaces, with councillors restricting late-night gaming hours to 2am.
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