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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
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28 July 2026

What’s on in 2026 with free community events across the City of Moreton Bay

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New parks for school holidays
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28 July 2026

New parks for school holidays

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World-first vaccine for koalas
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28 July 2026

World-first vaccine for koalas

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Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum
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28 July 2026

Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum

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"Shocked" to be unsung hero
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28 July 2026

"Shocked" to be unsung hero

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Landmark for $8m river project
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28 July 2026

Landmark for $8m river project

The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.

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Entries open for Bribie art prize
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Entries open for Bribie art prize

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See free family movie on park screen
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See free family movie on park screen

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