Dakabin
About Dakabin
Surrounded by the suburbs of Kallangur, Kurwongba, Narangba and North Lakes, Dakabin is a residential and industrial suburb.
Education facilities include Dakabin State School, Dakabin State High School, and Northpine Christian College.
History of Dakabin
It is thought that the name Dakabin was derived from an Aboriginal word describing the grass tree (Xanthorrhoea).
Until 1970’s Dakabin was a rural district, urbanisation in the Pine Rivers Shire saw Petrie expand to Kallangur in 1960s and then to Dakabin.
New health hub plans revealed
Plans have been lodged for a new healthcare hub in Dakabin, providing primary health, allied health, aged care, early childhood and community services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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.
New parks for school holidays
Four new and upgraded parks are opening across the Moreton Bay region ahead of the spring school holidays.
World-first vaccine for koalas
An ecology and veterinary centre in the Moreton Bay region has helped develop a world-first vaccine to save koalas.
Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum
Work has started on the $1.7m Abbey Museum Art Gallery and Café extension for paintings never put on display at the Caboolture attraction before. ** FREE TO READ **
"Shocked" to be unsung hero
Caboolture rugby coach Sione Lolohea was “shocked” to be named one of Australia's top 10 unsung sporting heroes in the Cadbury Volunteer Values Awards. ** FREE TO READ **
The Latest
Special picnic at new $6m parkland
The first phase of a $6 million parkland project in the City of Moreton Bay has been completed and residents are invited to join a special picnic today.
'Headsplitter' sends out warning
Issac Hardman has fought his way back into title contention with a dominatant display and victory in Sydney last night.
Jets "buzzing" for cup showdown
Moreton Bay United Jets are putting the finishing touches to preparations for a "special" night when the glamour of the Australian Cup comes to Wolter Park.
Hardman 'faces' up to new challenge
Issac ‘Headsplitter’ Hardman, who grew up in Caboolture and Deception Bay, will take the first step back into title contention tonight when he climbs into the ring at Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter.
Driving salute to swimming legend
A street in Rothwell has been given a golden upgrade in tribute to Australian swimming legend Leisel Jones.
Max lands magnificent seven
Max Cunningham, the former Grace swimmer now with Churchie, produced a stunning display at the Brisbane Short Course Championships.
Knives found in police crack down
Moreton Police uncovered two knives and a “drug utensil” in a wandering operation at Mango Hill Railway Station and bus station last week.
Medals in Manchester for world trio
Lakeisha ‘Lucky’ Patterson, Paige Leonhardt and Brenden Hall have helped Australia to its most successful World Para Swimming Championships in more than a decade.
Green light for 5ha North Lakes plan
Plans have been approved for a light industry and residential development on one of the few remaining sizeable blocks in North Lakes.
Kallangur man's $8 million Keno win
In what is believed to be an Australian first, a Kallangur man’s unique way of playing Keno has won two major jackpots worth more than $8 million in a single draw.
