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
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Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum
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"Shocked" to be unsung hero
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Landmark for $8m river project
The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.
The Latest
Call to ease burden on ratepayers
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Masters poised for first pitch
Queensland’s largest softball event – with more than 1800 players, officials and supporters - starts tomorrow morning at venues across Moreton Bay region.
Below average to top-of-state
A Moreton Bay school has recorded its best-ever NAPLAN results in a “remarkable turnaround” over three years.
Fast-tracking new homes, jobs, marina
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New chapter for school's program
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Planning starts for byelection
The “required decision-making processes” are underway for a byelection in Division 11 of Moreton Bay City Council.
Driving golf back to North Lakes
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Milestone moment for Moreton Bay city
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Landmark for Bribie health centre
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New vehicles boost for SES
A new $550,000 fleet of vehicles and equipment have been presented to Moreton Bay SES, doubling the capability of SES crews.
