Newport
About Newport
The coastal suburb of Newport was gazetted in 2008 after previously being part of the Kippa-Ring and Scarborough suburbs. Known for its predominately water-side residential housing with artificial canal waterways Newport is a popular suburb with families and retirees chasing a waterside lifestyle.
Newport is currently under its final stages of development with final stages of development to include a retail precinct, large non-tidal lake and hundreds of house lots of various sizes.
Facilities in Newport include a marina adjacent to Albatross Canal, the Mariner Plaza Shopping Centre on Griffith Road and parks and playgrounds scattered throughout the suburb.
Things to see and do in Newport
- Newport Marina
- Parks and Playgrounds
History of Newport
The suburb was named after the Newport Waterways canal estate and was excised from Scarborough and Kippa-Ring in 2008. In the late 1970s the first canals were created around Endeavour Esplanade, Australia Court and Courageous Court, immediately west of Scarborough.
Sidonié Newport launches all-day menu
From early morning coffees to evening cocktails by the water, Sidonié Newport is expanding beyond its café roots with a brand-new all-day dining experience.
Last chance for waterfront living at Newport
Newport’s final waterfront address, Lighthouse, is more than 90% sold, offering luxury coastal living with marina access, resort-style amenities and premium residences overlooking Moreton Bay.
New bar plans at waterfront cafe
Sidonie Newport, the waterfront cafe and bar, is closing just for next week as part of its expansion plans.
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.
The Latest
Prepare now for wild weather
The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting a significant weather event this weekend, with 4-6m waves, 100mm of rain on Sunday, high tides and gale force winds possible. Now’s the time to prepare.
Spend a day on the Bay
Looking for something unforgettable to do this Christmas holidays? Take an incredible trip on beautiful Moreton Bay with Dolphin Wild Island Cruises.
Calls to fix bottleneck – for good
One battle with traffic congestion on Anzac Ave is being won at Kippa-Ring, but there are fears the bottleneck will only move a short distance down one of Moreton Bay Region’s busiest arterial roads.
Extra lanes for traffic bottleneck
Anzac Avenue is to get two extra lanes through part of Kippa-Ring to try and reduce traffic congestion and improve safety.
Help shape Dolphins News
The team at Dolphins News is seeking feedback on the new community newspaper’s content, after a successful launch and four editions.
Volunteers needed to join squad
Moreton police district is looking for more volunteers to join its ranks, but not in the capacity many might expect.
Melbourne Cup inspired creativity
When Maree Starkey realised she didn’t have a hat to wear to the Melbourne Cup, in Melbourne, a few years back, she decided to make her own. The rest, as they say, is history.
Pledge to expand Redcliffe Hospital
A $6 million pledge by Labor to progress planning for a major expansion of Redcliffe Hospital has kick-started the final week of the State Election campaign.
Hooked on creating reel opportunities
Steve Hayes spends his days making people smile. His Peninsula-based business, Able Anglers, brings together people living with a mental illness or disability for fishing sessions on land and on the water.
Newport bid for Moreton barge
There’s a new proposal on the table as plans to reinstate a barge from the Redcliffe Peninsula to Moreton Island take the next step, with the State Government calling for expressions of interest.
