Morayfield
About Morayfield
Morayfield is a suburb of Moreton Bay Region offering large residential blocks, catering to families away from the hustle and bustle of bigger cities. Surrounding suburbs include Beachmere, Bellmere, Burpengary, Caboolture, Upper Caboolture and Narangba.
Morayfield is known for its thriving retail and service area with the majority of the commercial area constructed along the main highway (Morayfield Road) through the suburb which includes the Morayfield Shopping Centre and many other stand-alone businesses.
The train station in Morayfield allows local residents public transport access to Brisbane, Ipswich, Caboolture and Sunshine Coast train lines.
Morayfield State High School, Morayfield East State School, Minimbah State School, Morayfield State School and Carmichael College are the primary and secondary educational facilities in Morayfield.
Things to do In Morayfield
- Sheep Station Creek
- Morayfield Shopping Centre
- Caboolture Sports Club
History of Morayfield
The suburb name Morayfield originates from George Raff, a Brisbane man who in 1868 bought land held by the failed Caboolture Cotton Company and called it “Moray Field” derived from Raff's native Morayshire in Scotland. It was often written as "Morayfields" and, from 1881, became "Morayfield".
Until the mid-1980s, Morayfield remained a rural area consisting of a small dairy holding and small crop farming enterprises. However, population growth in Brisbane led to further development in northern suburbs.
The Latest
Ticket to $150,000 win
A Caboolture woman has won $150,000 on an Instant Scratch-Its ticket bought at Morayfield Shopping Centre, marking the region’s second major lottery win in just 24 hours.
Suburb takes top spot in slowing market
Morayfield has topped Queensland’s housing market for house sales, with Caboolture, Burpengary and Narangba also ranking in the state’s top 10 as buyers continue to target affordable Moreton Bay suburbs.
Four charged after break-ins
Four men have been charged after a series of alleged vehicle thefts and break-ins across Moreton Bay, with police tracking suspects through Narangba and Burpengary as part of Operation Yankee Forge.
Work to start on new community housing
Work will soon begin on a new 14-unit community housing complex at Morayfield, providing safe, long-term accommodation for people experiencing housing stress and homelessness in Moreton Bay.
Plan for Morayfield growth and bushfire resilience
Moreton Bay Council seeks State approval for Morayfield South plans, outlining infrastructure, schools and growth for 26,000 residents, plus updated bushfire safety rules for new buildings.
Nipping weed in the bud
Tropical soda apple weed found on 18 Moreton Bay properties, posing a threat to crops and pastures as council works to contain its spread.
Buyers target Moreton Bay suburbs
Caboolture, Morayfield and Burpengary rank among Queensland’s top suburbs for house sales, highlighting strong demand in Moreton Bay’s growing commuter corridor.
Award for Moreton Bay wildlife program
City of Moreton Bay wins national award for wildlife road safety program, which provides critical infrastructure designed to keep wildlife off roads.
Expo takes business to “next level”
Discover the BPW Moreton Bay Business Expo on May 23, featuring local businesses, networking opportunities and the InnovatHer pitch competition empowering women to grow.
Morayfield’s adjoining parks to be unified under single name
Two adjoining parks in Morayfield will soon share one name, with the City of Moreton Bay officially adopting Nairn Park to reduce confusion and better reflect how the community uses the space.