Welsby
About Welsby
Welsby is a coastal suburb in the center of Bribie Island. The Pumicestone Passage is its western coastal border and the Pacific Ocean is its eastern coastal border. Most of Welsby is within the Bribie Island National Park.
Bribie Island National Park
Bribie Island National Park is an oasis just waiting to be discovered. This beautiful preserved state forest has so much to offer, from 4WD inland tracks and beach frontage off-road opportunities, to beautiful camping spots and fantastic fishing - once you start exploring you'll wonder why you haven't spent more time discovering this island gem before!
History of Welsby
Welsby was named after Thomas Welsby, a Queensland politician and sportsperson.
What’s on in 2026 with free community events across the City of Moreton Bay
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New parks for school holidays
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World-first vaccine for koalas
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Dream becomes $1.7m reality at museum
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"Shocked" to be unsung hero
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Landmark for $8m river project
The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.
The Latest
Calls growing to help homeless
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Free walk-in centres to open
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All smiles after bagging $440,000
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Tourist park plans revealed
Plans have been lodged for a new tourist park and short-term accommodation in the Moreton Bay region.
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Repairing unsafe car parks - for free
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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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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
Comiskey Group – which started and is based in the Moreton Bay region - has officially taken over an historic brewery.
