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Sandstone Point

About Sandstone Point

A beachside town positioned where Pumicestone Channel meets Deception Bay, just across the bridge from Bribie Island.

Sandstone Point is on the busy Bribie Island Road and is one of the fastest growing residential suburbs in the Moreton Bay Region.

Sandstone Point is the home to the popular Sandstone Point Hotel a picturesque dining, entertainment and events destination. Right next door is the Big4 Sandstone Point Holiday Park a popular features a family holiday destination.

Things to see and do in Sandstone Point

History of Sandstone Point

Originally known as Toorbul Point, the area was the site of an Allied amphibious training base during World War II.

Silver lining for dragon boat John
News / Sport
21 June 2026

Silver lining for dragon boat John

Sandstone Point’s John Butler, 72, helped Queensland claim silver and bronze at the Australian Dragon Boat Championships, narrowly missing gold after a thrilling finish at Lake Kawana.

What’s on in 2026 with free community events across the City of Moreton Bay
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21 June 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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21 June 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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21 June 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.

Family Friendly Moreton Bay Beaches
News / Families
21 June 2026

Family Friendly Moreton Bay Beaches

With the temperature heating up, beaches are the perfect escape for families to enjoy a fun filled family day out. Luckily we have some of the best beaches north Brisbane so you don't have to travel very far to enjoy a dip at the beach.

Top 5 places to grab a drink this summer
21 June 2026

Top 5 places to grab a drink this summer

We all love long summer days and what better way to do that than over a drink with family and friends. Options are limitless in Moreton Bay, whether it’s looking out over Pumicestone Passage, sitting in the southern hemisphere’s biggest bar or having a tipple at a top microbrewery.

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Siblings make state titles family affair
News / Local
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Siblings make state titles family affair

Nate and Tyriani Wood, from Woody Point, have added state titles to their national karting crowns.

Power's national setback - but Aaron returns
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21 June 2026

Power's national setback - but Aaron returns

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New jobs as GYG Warner opens
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21 June 2026

New jobs as GYG Warner opens

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Dewi's courting more medals
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21 June 2026

Dewi's courting more medals

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Wilson's new Mexican challenge
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21 June 2026

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World's best heading to Morayfield
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21 June 2026

World's best heading to Morayfield

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D-day close for Bribie church plan
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21 June 2026

D-day close for Bribie church plan

Bribie Island may soon find out if plans for a new church get the green light - despite dozens of residents' objections.

Gold rush for North Lakes club
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21 June 2026

Gold rush for North Lakes club

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Zoe dives in for college first
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Zoe dives in for college first

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Apartments planned on bayside block
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21 June 2026

Apartments planned on bayside block

Plans have been lodged for a new seven-storey residential development metres from the waterfront at Deception Bay.