Donnybrook
About Donnybrook
A small coastal town, which began as a small fishing community but has since developed into a minor tourist destination.
Fishing remains a popular activity in Donnybrook due to the close proximity of the Pumicestone Passage. The Passage is part of the Moreton Bay Marine Park and is frequented by dolphins, dugongs and turtles.
Donnybrook is serviced by two general stores, a caravan Park, a bowls club, a community hall
History of Donnybrook
In 1880s the Pumicestone Channel had rich oyster beds and the Moreton Bay Oyster Company established a depot on Donnybrook. The oyster beds petered out in the 1940s and silt deposits and ended any prospect of recovery.
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 **
Landmark for $8m river project
The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.
The Latest
Overpass restrictions stay in place
Restrictions will remain on the Linkfield Road overpass until “further structural analysis and safety repairs are undertaken”.
Samba time as World Cup kicks-off
Moreton Bay Region has joined the FIFA Women’s World Cup celebrations with local fans meeting South American stars and getting ready for a samba party.
Sim's birdie blitz lands title
Redcliffe raised the bar and the 2023 Optilease Pro-Am delivered – on and off the Clontarf golf course - with Michael Sim winning a thriller. ** FREE TO READ **
Site for region's first wildlife hospital
A $3 million parcel of land in Dakabin has been allocated by Moreton Bay Regional Council for a wildlife hospital. Now Council is leading the call for State funding.
Land deal is Australian first
Community housing and specialist homelessness providers will be able to lease Council-owned land in Moreton Bay for new housing developments.
Crack down on illegal dumping
Nine people are being prosecuted by Moreton Bay Regional Council after allegedly caught dumping more than 2500 litres of waste. Each faces Magistrate Court fines of up to $57,500.
Bribie man's $10,000 surprise
A Bribie Island man has unwrapped a fabulous birthday gift – an Instant Scratch-Its ticket giving him $10,000 which will enable him to reunite with his son.
Put to test against world's best
Redcliffe resident Amelie Hoefel has added international experience to her growing water polo resume. ** FREE TO READ **
New plans to lower apartment block
Traders In Purple has taken the unusual step of applying to lower the height of approved plans for a 15-storey apartment building at Woody Point. ** FREE TO READ **
Measles alert for Moreton Bay Region
Residents have been put on measles alert after a confirmed case visited four locations in the Moreton Bay Region.
