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
Golfers swing for sick kids
North Lakes golfers will be swinging for seriously ill children next month as part of X-Golf’s support for the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
Baby thrives in new unit
Caboolture Hospital’s new neonatal unit has come the rescue of Clare, Josh and their premmie baby Finlay.
Sensors help flying foxes keep cool
Next-gen sensors are helping Moreton Bay City Council and wildlife carers manage flying fox roosts as the region braces for a summer scorcher.
14 arrested in police operation
Operation Streetsweeper has led to 14 arrests on 19 warrants resulting in 17 fresh charges in the Moreton police district.
Funding boost for CCTV network
More CCTV infrastructure is coming to City of Moreton Bay after $1.5 million in Federal Government funding secured.
First families moving in
Families lead the charge in Moreton Bay’s housing market, according to new research, which comes Kinma Valley welcomes its first residents.
New GP clinic set to open
A new membership-based GP group is expanding, with Moreton Bay to get one of two new medical clinics by the end of this year.
Cash boost for Little Athletics clubs
Little Athletics centres in Dayboro and Deception Bay are racing into the new season with more than $9000 in grants.
Shaping future with flying taxis
Self-flying air taxis, bay cats and high-capacity metros are part of City of Moreton Bay’s bold push to “shape a nation-leading” future for its booming population.
$15 million boost for wildlife hospital
A dedicated wildlife hospital will be built in the City of Moreton Bay, with $15 million funding confirmed today for the critical project.
