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
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6 July 2026

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
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6 July 2026

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
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6 July 2026

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
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6 July 2026

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
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6 July 2026

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
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6 July 2026

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

Family ties strong at Padres
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6 July 2026

Family ties strong at Padres

Baseball genes run deep at Redcliffe Padres, which currently has three generations from two families in its playing and coaching ranks.

Drivers warned after rise in claims

Road users are urged to take extra care in the holidays after Moreton Bay saw a sharp rise in motor insurance claims from crashes with bicycles and scooters.

Repairing unsafe car parks - for free
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6 July 2026

Repairing unsafe car parks - for free

Two Moreton Bay businessmen have launched a free program to tackle unsafe car parks at community organisations, charities, schools and small businesses.

Work starts on $2m bike trails, skate parks
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6 July 2026

Work starts on $2m bike trails, skate parks

Three major new facilities are on their way for mountain bikers, skaters and riders in the City of Moreton Bay.

Make wreath for Anzac Day
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6 July 2026

Make wreath for Anzac Day

Veterans and their families in the Moreton Bay region are being invited to make wreaths which they can take and lay at their local Anzac Day service.

Go behind-the-scenes at major dam
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6 July 2026

Go behind-the-scenes at major dam

Seqwater is holding two days of behind-the-scenes tours at North Pine Dam and Water Treatment Plant, during this month's school holidays.

Brewery first for Comiskey Group
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6 July 2026

Brewery first for Comiskey Group

Comiskey Group – which started and is based in the Moreton Bay region - has officially taken over an historic brewery.

Help promised for region's homeless
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6 July 2026

Help promised for region's homeless

Homes, hubs and extra funding are on the way to help tackle homelessness on the Redcliffe Peninsula and City of Moreton Bay, says State Member for Redcliffe Kerri-Anne Dooley.

Taps on in "milestone" move
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6 July 2026

Taps on in "milestone" move

Unitywater has turned on the taps of the Wamuran Irrigation Scheme, which will supply five growers for crops such as pineapple, berries and turf.

Arts trail ready to open up again
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6 July 2026

Arts trail ready to open up again

Samford and Surrounds Arts Trail and Open Studios is back for its 11th year showcasing the region's artists and artisans. Here are the dates.