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
Plugging region into EV grid
Motorists in the Moreton Bay region are a step closer to having up to 10 new electric vehicle (EV) chargers.
"Ray of sunshine" in surprise call
After a tough trot, a North Lakes man was suddenly celebrating today - thanks to a phone call from The Lott.
Maccas hiring for 120 new jobs
Earthworks have started at the site of Moreton Bay region’s newest McDonald’s restaurant, which is now hiring staff.
State salutes "outstanding" Nathan
Village Motors North Lakes technician Nathan Tapuni has been recognised as one of the industry’s best apprentices in Queensland.
Ready to celebrate village milestone
Eleven Bolton Clarke Inverpine residents are gearing up to celebrate 25 years living at the Murrumba Downs retirement village.
Where to vote: Polling booths for 2024 State Election in City of Moreton Bay
More than 100 polling booths will open on Saturday, October 26 for Moreton Bay region residents to vote in the 2024 Queensland State Election. Here's your complete list
Stolen bike crashes in front of police
Luck ran out for an alleged offender when he crashed a stolen motorbike at Clontarf - right in front of police at an emergency services expo.
'Doggy door' designed to save koalas
A life-saving ‘escape hatch’ for koalas has been developed, trialled and is now operating near roads in the Moreton Bay region.
First look at new hotel plans
Interior designs for the new $35m Dakabin Hotel have been unveiled by The Comiskey Group. See pictures.
Funding call for "life-changing" plans
Plans have been unveiled for new Changing Places facilities which will “change lives” for people with disabilities in the Moreton Bay region.
