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
Moreton Bay City Council Budget 2025-26: Divisions 4, 5, 6 highlights
A host of infrastructure projects are planned for Divisions 4, 5 and 6 from today's Moreton Bay City Council Budget 2025-26. See what's happening near you.
Moreton Bay City Council Budget 2025-26: Divisions 1, 2, 3 highlights
Here are the key projects for Divisions 1, 2 and 3 in today's Moreton Bay City Council Budget for 2025-26. See what's planned near you.
Concern for those who "lost everything"
Praise and sympathy have followed last night’s blaze which destroyed parts of a storage centre next to the Bruce Highway at Burpengary.
Clampdown on "abandoned" boats
'Abandoned Vessel' notices have been put on boats “parked” in a Moreton Bay canal – with a deadline for owners to comply with Local Laws.
QSEC saddling up for future
Plans are underway to upgrade the Queensland State Equestrian Centre – possibly to international standard.
Police revoke fire declaration
UPDATE 9AM: The earlier emergency declaration under the Public Safety Preservation Act has been revoked.
King honours 10 from Moreton Bay
A host of remarkable past and present Moreton Bay residents, volunteers and coaches have been recognised in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours.
Paddlers' quest for Passage first
Four dragon boats and their crews are preparing to set out from Bribie Island on a first for the Pumicestone Passage.
New track open for all ages
A new $530,000 pump track - designed for children, teens and adults - has opened at Deception Bay.
Vale Noel McEwan - 1935-2025
Noel McEwan, who raised and lowered the Australian flag at Wamuran National Servicemen’s Memorial every day for 22 years, will be farewelled on Friday.
