Margate

About Margate

An unassuming seaside village located on the East of the Redcliffe Peninsula; Margate boasts one of the longest mainland stretches of sand beach along the shores of Moreton Bay Marine Park.

Neighbouring suburbs include Redcliffe, Woody Point, and Clontarf.

Margate beach is without a doubt the most popular attraction in Margate, the beach is a 2km coastal stretch spanning the length of the suburb. With pristine golden sand, sheltered waters, timber boardwalks, BBQ facilities, viewing shelters and seating and views across to Moreton Island, Margate Beach is popular with all ages.

To the northern end of Margate is Scotts Point Bathing Pavilion built in 1937, this historic landmark gives an insight into the popular beach life of a time gone by.

Margate CBD is located in the heart of the suburb and includes a mix of retail and commercial businesses that service the locals of the area.

Humpybong State School is the only school in the suburb, secondary schools are located in neighbouring suburbs Redcliffe and Clontarf.

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Build your future in one stop
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30 Oct 2026

Build your future in one stop

Redcliffe businesses Element Interior Design and Gavin O’Donnell Building Design are working together from a shared Margate studio to offer a collaborative approach to home design and renovations.

Landmark birthday for historic school
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30 Oct 2026

Landmark birthday for historic school

Humpybong State School will celebrate its 150th anniversary in Margate with two days of events, bringing past students, families and teachers together to honour the school’s history.

Trusted professionals in flooring
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30 Oct 2026

Trusted professionals in flooring

The Flooring Shop has expanded into a larger Margate showroom and warehouse, offering flooring, tiles and window furnishings while continuing its focus on personalised service and expert installation.

Active Sisters launch first line dancing classes
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30 Oct 2026

Active Sisters launch first line dancing classes

Line dancing is coming to The Active Sisters in Margate with a four-week series for beginners and experienced dancers. Enjoy country tunes, original routines and plenty of fun in a supportive women-focused fitness studio.

Pru calls time on clothing exchange
30 Oct 2026

Pru calls time on clothing exchange

After nine years helping families access affordable clothing, Margate’s Blackbird Clothing Exchange is closing, with founder Pru Burke citing health reasons and thanking the community for its support.

Backing for dog park and Central plan
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30 Oct 2026

Backing for dog park and Central plan

Moreton Bay City Council has approved plans for a new off-leash dog park at Margate and set dog access rules for Moreton Bay Central, balancing recreation opportunities with wildlife protection.

The Latest

Masters poised for first pitch
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30 Oct 2026

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
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30 Oct 2026

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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30 Oct 2026

Fast-tracking new homes, jobs, marina

Thousands of new homes and jobs will be accelerated in a Moreton Bay suburb after the State's latest Priority Development Area was declared today.

New chapter for school's program
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30 Oct 2026

New chapter for school's program

Students at a Moreton Bay school have been given a huge $10,000 boost to their growing percussion music program.

Planning done - but no start date
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30 Oct 2026

Planning done - but no start date

A call for more funding in Moreton Bay's roads has been made as the wait goes on for major upgrades to a key arterial road.

Planning starts for byelection
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30 Oct 2026

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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30 Oct 2026

Driving golf back to North Lakes

Players will be teeing up again at North Lakes golf course - if new plans get the green light.

Milestone moment for Moreton Bay city
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30 Oct 2026

Milestone moment for Moreton Bay city

Waraba has its first residents – and pet – after Nina and Callum Richter collected the keys to their home in Moreton Bay’s newest city.

New vehicles boost for SES
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30 Oct 2026

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.

Take Journeys back in time
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30 Oct 2026

Take Journeys back in time

Just three days remain for a Pine Rivers Heritage Museum exhibition exploring why people came to the Moreton Bay region.