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
Police issue dash cam appeal
Redcliffe Police are appealing for “dash cam or any recordings” of an alleged robbery yesterday around 5.20pm at a shopping area in Dakabin. ** FREE TO READ **
New Bribie Bridge designs unveiled
Plans for a second Bribie Island Bridge have been released, giving residents and visitors a glimpse into the future. ** FREE TO READ, PICTURES, HAVE YOUR SAY **
Salute to 'Safe Room' supporters
A new ‘safe room’ has been officially opened in Deception Bay Police Station for victims of domestic violence (DV). It's one of three in our region. ** FREE TO READ **
Firing up over plan for "unique area"
Residents are registering fears, concerns and ideas on bold new master plans for Scarborough Harbour and surrounding parks.
Drivers face major highway change
Motorists using the Bruce Highway southbound entry ramp from Caboolture-Bribie Island Rd will soon see significant changes. ** FREE TO READ **
Upgrades before 3G shutdown
Telstra will upgrade more than 80 per cent of its base stations in the City of Moreton Bay by the time its 3G network closes next year. ** FREE TO READ **
New campus plan at Deception Bay
A new campus will be set up in Deception Bay under the State Government’s $288 million program to keep students engaged in education. ** FREE TO READ **
Max strikes gold - five times
Max Cunningham, from North Lakes, is Queensland’s 14 Years Age Champion after a stunning performance at the State Championships last week. ** FREE TO READ **
Green light for Palace site development
Traders In Purple’s plans for the former Palace Hotel site at Woody Point - where the Bee Gees had their first paid gig - have been approved. ** FREE TO READ **
New minister's far north challenge
Nikki Boyd will have to hit the ground running after today being appointed as the new Queensland Minister for Fire and Disaster Recovery. ** FREE TO READ **
