Suburbs / Bribie Island

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
23 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
News / Local
23 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
News / Local
23 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
News / Local
23 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
23 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
23 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.

The Latest

Grab tickets to Crowd Surf

If you love Icehouse, Pete Murray, The Black Sorrows, Diesel, Busby Marou and Katie Noonan, you’re in luck – there are still tickets to the inaugural Crowd Surf festival at Sandstone Point Hotel on March 20.

23 June 2026

What's on this Australia Day

It’s time to zinc up, slap on those thongs and pull out your green and gold or red, white and blue to mark 2021 Australia Day in the Moreton Bay Region.

Things to do on New Year's Day
News / Outdoors
23 June 2026

Things to do on New Year's Day

Dust off the cobwebs and begin the new year in style – with so much on our doorstep there’s no excuse for starting 2021 like a sloth! Whether it’s a cheeky brunch, a beachside stroll or lunch at a hinterland eatery, there’s sure to be something to suit your style.

Dining gems at Bribie, Sandstone Point
23 June 2026

Dining gems at Bribie, Sandstone Point

Believe it or not, diners have been the biggest winners from COVID-19 shutdown with innovative menus emerging and more flexible options for a night in or out. Here’s a couple of gems from Bribie Island/Sandstone Point.

New Year’s Eve at Sandstone Point
23 June 2026

New Year’s Eve at Sandstone Point

Say goodbye to 2020 and Aloha to 2021! There’s something for everyone on New Year’s Eve at Sandstone Point Hotel including a fireworks extravaganza.

Still waiting to break drought
23 June 2026

Still waiting to break drought

We may be facing the wettest summer in a decade, but Seqwater’s dams, which supply the Moreton Bay Region, are still in a ‘drought response’ phase.

Sign-up for Home Alone
23 June 2026

Sign-up for Home Alone

Pet owners across the Moreton Bay Region and Queensland are being urged to register with the RSPCA Qld’s Home Alone service.

Hotel’s getting back to normal
News / Travel
23 June 2026

Hotel’s getting back to normal

‘Normality’ is returning to the Sandstone Point Hotel as COVID-19 restrictions have eased on Queensland’s hospitality and entertainment venues.

Prepare now for wild weather
23 June 2026

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.

Christmas Markets Moreton Bay Region
News / Shopping
23 June 2026

Christmas Markets Moreton Bay Region

If you're still searching for the perfect gift your friends and family, why not support local a business and get your shopping done at Christmas markets this year. There are a number of Christmas markets in the Moreton Bay Region giving you plenty of chances to hunt down the perfect gifts for your loved ones!