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
Citizen scientists are helping uncover rare and invasive plant species across Moreton Bay using the iNaturalist app, including Tropical Soda Apple and endangered native flora, supporting conservation, research, and local biodiversity protection.
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
Lease deal for new hospital
Moreton Bay Wildlife Hospital Foundation has been given a $1 per annum peppercorn lease to establish its new facility at Dakabin.
Opening date plan for new centre
A new medical centre is on track to open early next year in one of Moreton Bay’s fastest growing suburbs.
Golfers swing for sick kids
North Lakes golfers will be swinging for seriously ill children next month as part of X-Golf’s support for the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
Baby thrives in new unit
Caboolture Hospital’s new neonatal unit has come the rescue of Clare, Josh and their premmie baby Finlay.
Sensors help flying foxes keep cool
Next-gen sensors are helping Moreton Bay City Council and wildlife carers manage flying fox roosts as the region braces for a summer scorcher.
Helping those doing it tough
Caboolture Pool and Fitness has teamed up with members and guests to collect essential items for those doing it tough.
14 arrested in police operation
Operation Streetsweeper has led to 14 arrests on 19 warrants resulting in 17 fresh charges in the Moreton police district.
Funding boost for CCTV network
More CCTV infrastructure is coming to City of Moreton Bay after $1.5 million in Federal Government funding secured.
First families moving in
Families lead the charge in Moreton Bay’s housing market, according to new research, which comes Kinma Valley welcomes its first residents.
New GP clinic set to open
A new membership-based GP group is expanding, with Moreton Bay to get one of two new medical clinics by the end of this year.
