Draper
About Draper
Draper is a rural Moreton Bay Region suburb located in Samford Valley. Take up the idyllic country living with an acreage lifestyle close to the city. In Draper you'll feel a world away but when you need to pop out for supplies the bustling suburb of Eatons Hill is only a short drive away.
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.
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Taking swing at national title
Three North Lakes mates are swapping cricket bats for golf clubs at the international X-League Championships this month.
$14m upgrades for key road
Work is set to start on a $14 million upgrade to Anzac Ave in Kallangur and three Bruce Highway entry and exit ramps.
Hotel upgrade to 5-star retreat
A Moreton Bay hotel is to be upgraded and expanded into the region’s first 5-star retreat.
New soup kitchen set to open
A new community soup kitchen, led by two Redcliffe women, will open today in the Moreton Bay region to help “anyone disadvantaged and struggling for food”.
City now in Roar sights
Brisbane Roar will make their shortest trip later this month for a pre-season clash with one of Moreton Bay’s top teams.
Revved up over motorsport plan
Proposals for a new $20 million motorsport park in Moreton Bay have been welcomed – with calls for even more tracks.
Golden glow after "epic" worlds
Australia’s swimming team is “stronger than ever", says Redcliffe-born Taylor McKeown, whose sister Kaylee struck gold at last week’s world titles.
Moreton Bay's 5-star "game changer"
Plans have been unveiled for a $250 million “game changer” which will give Moreton Bay its first greenfield 5-star hotel.
Green light for "hidden gem" development
Plans have been approved for 95 new apartments on a foreshore block in one of Moreton Bay's “hidden gem” suburbs.
Police extend CBD operation
The first three months of a police operation in Moreton Bay region has led to almost 170 charges being laid.
