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
7 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
7 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
7 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
7 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
7 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
7 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

Sporting salute to Brett
News / Local
7 June 2026

Sporting salute to Brett

The Moreton Bay region will host a special sporting tribute to Senior Constable Brett Forte on Saturday (October 5).

News / Local
7 June 2026

New "tourist park" plan for region

Plans have been lodged for a new caravan park and amenities in the Moreton Bay region.

Perfect Place to salute Phil
News / Local
7 June 2026

Perfect Place to salute Phil

Phil Hungerford, organiser of runs and triathlons in the Moreton Bay region and beyond for more than 40 years, is to have a reserve named in his honour.

"Concerns" remain over Master Plan
News / Local
7 June 2026

"Concerns" remain over Master Plan

Campaigners say their “work is by no means done”, despite generally welcoming the final Scarborough Boat Harbour Master Plan. Check out graphic and comments.

News / Local
7 June 2026

New servo plan for major road

Plans have been submitted for a new service station near one of Moreton Bay’s biggest visitor attractions.

Bridge is back - higher and stronger
News / Local
7 June 2026

Bridge is back - higher and stronger

The new $8.9 million White Patch bridge has been opened - more than two years after the only entrance to the area was washed away.

Classmates-turned-friends take top UniSC honour
News / Local
7 June 2026

Classmates-turned-friends take top UniSC honour

What’s better than watching your friend graduate from the UniSC Moreton Bay, with a top academic honour? Standing beside them, doing the same thing!

Mini farm to close - and reopen
News / Local
7 June 2026

Mini farm to close - and reopen

The Mini Farm Project will close its half-acre Samford site at the end of next month - and take up an “incredible opportunity”.

Upgrades finished on key road
News / Local
7 June 2026

Upgrades finished on key road

Beachmere Road has now fully reopened after the completion of year-long upgrades costing $20.75 million.

Plans approved for new homemaker centre
News / Local
7 June 2026

Plans approved for new homemaker centre

A new homemaker centre is to be built in Moreton Bay after plans were approved for a high-profile 3.7-hectare site.