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
Max powering towards Dolphins dream
Max Cunningham, who learned to swim at Grace Swimming Club, will next month line up alongside Australia’s sporting superstars. ** FREE TO READ **
Huge boost for Youth Foyer plans
The Foyer Foundation, which wants to build Youth Foyers in Caboolture and Mango Hill, has welcomed news of billions of dollars for housing in Tuesday’s Federal budget. ** FREE TO READ **
Trio named for national Exchange
Three Redcliffe students have been selected in Queensland squads for the Australian Schools Water Polo Exchange. ** FREE TO READ **
Work to start on new apartments
Construction will start soon at Essence on Sutton – a new eight-storey apartment block overlooking the Redcliffe coastline. ** FREE TO READ **
Last-minute ticket wins $1 million
A Narangba woman almost missed scoring $1 million in last night’s Gold Lotto draw, but a good feeling saved her. ** FREE TO READ **
Hazel's shock at landmark birthday
Bribie Island’s Hazel Crow will celebrate her 100th birthday tomorrow with five generations of her family. ** FREE TO READ **
Ella helps Aussies book place in Paris
Ella Connolly, who grew up, went to school and started her athletics career in Moreton Bay, has helped Australia break a 24-year Olympic drought. ** FREE TO READ **
Flying start for Kubler Tennis Court
Grand Slam champion Jason Kubler flew nine hours overnight to be in Mango Hill for a special ceremony on Monday. ** FREE TO READ **
New harbour plan seeks 'middle ground'
An alternative master plan for Scarborough Harbour has been put forward aiming for the “middle ground” between campaigners and the State Government. ** FREE TO READ **
Jason's back on Kubler Court
Grand Slam champion Jason Kubler will, on Monday, return to the Mango Hill tennis court where his career began, for a special match and ceremony. ** FREE TO READ **
