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.
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.
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.
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.
Wild discoveries of citizen scientists
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Lucky set to turn back clock
Lakeisha “Lucky” Patterson and Kirralee Hayes from Moreton Bay have been named in Australia’s Para Swimming team for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, bringing experience, medals and rising talent as they prepare to compete on the world stage.
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.
The Latest
New development under way
Construction is officially under way on a new over 50s community in Lilywood, the first development in the new city of Waraba.
One point from Australian elite
Moreton City Excelsior will walk out at Perry Park tomorrow just 90 minutes from writing another remarkable chapter in the club’s short history.
Green light for bay beach changes
Changes are being made to dog off-leash and recreation areas along a popular Moreton Bay beach.
High-rise plans knocked back
Plans for a new 10-storey development on Redcliffe’s waterfront have been narrowly rejected by Moreton Bay City Councillors.
From five bucks to a fortune
A Deception Bay couple’s post-shopping feed turned into celebrations after they scored a whopping $700,000 in a game of Keno.
Putting nature into nature strips
Green thumbs are being encouraged to start verge gardens with a new set of resources from Moreton Bay City Council.
Tackling mozzies from the air
The first aerial mosquito spraying of the summer season was conducted over the weekend.
Students draw to remember
Hundreds of school children across the Moreton Bay region will Draw to Remember on Tuesday as a tribute to Remembrance Day.
Remembrance Day services in Moreton Bay
Thousands of people will gather at cenotaphs and war memorials across Moreton Bay on Tuesday to pay their respects on Remembrance Day. See list of services.
Driving on with Convoy fundraisers
More than $200,000 has already been raised by hundreds of trucks which made their way to Redcliffe in the 2025 Convoy for Kids.
