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
World silver for 'one-jump wonders'
Newport’s Harrison Lee and Australian team-mate Sam Durkin were dubbed 'one-jump wonders' after their remarkable silver medal at the FIG World Trampoline Championships. ** FREE TO READ **
New hospital set to open
The new Kallangur Satellite Hospital, in Stoker Way, will accept its first patients from Monday. ** PICTURES, FREE TO READ **
Landmark for huge hospital upgrade
Caboolture Hospital’s new emergency department - part of a $399.5 million upgrade program - has opened for patients this morning. ** FREE TO READ **
Angry residents fight highway plan
Residents have launched a campaign to fight plans for an entire section of the 50km Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA). ** FREE TO READ **
Record entries for Cam Smith Classic
The seventh Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC), at Wantima Country Club in Brendale this week, will be the biggest yet. ** FREE TO READ **
Work starts on new apartments
Traders In Purple has broken ground on Orilla, a waterfront development of three and four-bedroom apartments at Woody Point. ** PICTURES, FREE TO READ **
Have your say on new highway route
Public consultation has opened on Stage 4 of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA) from Beerburrum to Moodlu. ** MAPS, FREE TO READ **
Classic winners - where are they now?
On the eve of the seventh Cameron Smith Junior Classic, we take a look at the remarkable successes - in Australia and overseas - of past CSJC winners. ** FREE TO READ **
"Amazing" mural brushes up barrier
An 'eye-sore' is now being described as “a great addition” to Bribie Island Rd, thanks to the artistic talents of Drapl. ** FREE TO READ **
Fast start for new fire station
Firefighters at the new Moreton Bay Central Fire and Rescue Station answered their first call just 74 minutes after officially opening. ** FREE TO READ **
