Mount Nebo
About Mount Nebo
A small rural suburb located in the D’Aguilar mountain range. The suburb offers an escape to the hinterland with many hiking trails to explore and spectacular views to soak in.
Mount Nebo has a community hall, a State School catering to primary education, a number of cafes and a mobile library service operated by the Moreton Bay Regional Council.
Things to see and do in Mount Nebo
- Hike Boombana Walk
- Hike Pitta Circuit
- Hike Thylogale Track
- Hike Manorina Walking Tracks
- Mt Nebo lookout
History of Mount Nebo
The suburb of Mount Nebo is named after the mountian on which it is located. Settlement began in 1919 with the subdivision of the Highlands Estate into smaller blocks for soldiers returning from World War I.
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Art with Altitude returns
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The Latest
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School nets Firebirds' star trio
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Bin Bypass' can-do expansion plans
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Hundreds charged in Moreton Police District
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Where to vote in Saturday's Moreton Bay City Council elections
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Hampo's legacy gets major boost
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Foyers for homeless young people
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Funding for "essential" school program
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