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
New fee for rates bills
Residents who get Moreton Bay City Council rates notices by post will – with some exceptions – have to pay for it.
Work starts on 2000 new homes
Construction has started on Rivermont, Stockland’s new master-planned community in Waraba - formerly known as Caboolture West.
Residents' fears over 'hotel' plan
Plans for a new ‘hotel’ in Samford Village are causing “stress, concern and anxiety”, say residents near the proposed site.
Green light for recycled water
Approval has been given to start the Wamuran Irrigation Scheme so farmers can use Class A recycled water for such as strawberries, raspberries and pineapples.
Flicking switch on Clontarf lights
The multi-award-winning Christmas lights on Long Street are back with another stunning display to be switched on this Saturday (November 30) at 7pm.
Residents on notice at bay beach
Dog and horse owners will be given new boundaries when using a popular Moreton Bay beach next year.
Driving ahead with new road
Work on a new connection road in one of Moreton Bay’s fastest-growing areas, will start soon.
Kyle finishes with podium place
Redcliffe racer Kyle Evans says he “loved every moment” of his debut season in the Australian Formula Open (AFO) series.
Moreton Bay City Council Christmas closure 2024
The Christmas and New Year holidays will impact Council services. Here's a guide to what will be open - and when.
New indoor play centre to open
A new soft play café is set to open early next year at the site of a former supermarket by one of Moreton Bay's busiest roads.
