A North Lakes woman has been rescued from a serious house fire that engulfed her home on Thursday evening, with neighbours and emergency services working together in a dramatic rescue effort.
Emergency services were called to the property on Rawlins Crescent just after 5pm on 2 October, following reports of a house fire. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, Queensland Ambulance Service and Queensland Police all attended the scene.
Firefighters were forced to cut through the garage door to access the burning home, with aerial footage capturing the extent of the blaze and the emergency response.
The 47-year-old woman was evacuated from the property and treated for non-life-threatening injuries. In the crucial moments before firefighters arrived, neighbours sprang into action, with one resident breaking a front window using a pot plant in an attempt to help the trapped woman. Other residents tried to tackle the flames using a garden hose.
All other occupants of the home have been accounted for and were unharmed, according to Queensland Police.
The fire, which caused significant damage to the property, took firefighters more than two hours to bring under control, with the blaze finally extinguished around 7.30pm.
Queensland Police have confirmed that investigations into how the fire started are ongoing. Authorities conducted a thorough search of the property following the incident.
The former Deception Bay Club site is set to make way for 42 townhouses, with plans lodged to Moreton Bay City Council showing two-storey homes, a shared pool and parking spaces on the Bayview Terrace property.
The redevelopment traces back to November 2024, when development application DA/2024/4711 was lodged. That proposal sought a variation to the city’s planning scheme, asking council to shift the land from recreation use to a General Residential Next Generation Neighbourhood zone.
Council supported the change in May 2025, allowing the site to be considered for multiple dwellings, retirement living, and other residential uses. This approval laid the groundwork for the detailed townhouse plan now under assessment.
Details Of The 2025 Application
In September 2025, developer Altum submitted a development application DA/2025/4291 seeking approval for 42 townhouses across the 7,592-square-metre block. The design features 13 two-bedroom and 29 three-bedroom townhouses, grouped around a central swimming pool.
Access would be from Bailey Road at the site’s former car park entry, with 80 parking spaces provided, including visitor spots. Garages are kept internal to reduce the impact on street views, while landscaped buffers ranging from two to four metres are planned along the boundaries.
Community Considerations
The planning report describes a coastal-inspired architectural style with articulated facades to avoid bulk appearance. All units have private outdoor spaces, and windows are oriented towards public areas to encourage natural surveillance.
Landscaping includes large shade trees at the entrance and open fencing to balance privacy with neighbourhood integration.
A Site With History
The Deception Bay Bowls Club first opened in the 1970s before becoming the Deception Bay Club. It faced financial difficulties in 2015 and closed, though community volunteers kept the facility active for a time.
For decades, the land served as a hub for local sport and social activities. Its transition to housing is part of broader growth in the area as demand for residential supply increases.
The Junction Narangba, developed by Orchard Property Group, has officially sold all 106 lots across two stages. The $40 million project reflects ongoing demand for housing opportunities in the Moreton Bay Region, particularly among those entering the market for the first time.
Photo Credit: The Junction Narangba
Affordability Drives Sales
Lot prices in the estate began at $250,000, with sizes ranging from 225 square metres to 731 square metres. Orchard confirmed that around 60 per cent of all sales were made to first homebuyers. Many purchasers sought to keep house-and-land packages under $750,000 in order to qualify for Queensland’s first-home buyer grants.
Buyer Mix In Stage Two
Sales records show that the second stage included 49 lots. Of these, 36 were purchased by first homebuyers, eight by investors and two by subsequent homebuyers. The figures indicate that entry-level affordability was the main attraction for those securing property in the development.
Photo Credit: The Junction Narangba
Community And Location
The Junction Narangba is located off Callaghan Road and includes 1.3 hectares of green space with a park and children’s playground. Its position close to schools, transport and shopping centres means new residents will move into an established and connected area, rather than a developing site waiting for future services.
Market Conditions In South East Queensland
The complete sell-out of the estate comes during a period of record-low land supply in South East Queensland. According to recent reports, average land prices in the region now exceed $1,000 per square metre, adding pressure to areas such as the Moreton Bay Region where growth continues to intensify.
Subdivision registration is expected in September 2025, with building works likely to begin before Christmas. The first group of residents are projected to move into the new community by mid-2026.
North Lakes is set for a major transformation, with plans released for a $180 million resort and lifestyle precinct that will bring a five-star hotel, boutique dining, and retail to the suburb ahead of the 2032 Olympics.
The development will take shape on a 1.72-hectare site in the town centre, with construction expected to begin in 2026. At its heart will be a 130-room resort featuring a lagoon pool, high-end dining, boutique retail, public green spaces and event facilities for up to 800 guests.
Boosting North Lakes’ profile
Photo credit: Comiskey Group/comiskey.com.au
The project has been described as a “mini James Street” for the Moreton Bay region, combining resort-style accommodation with a vibrant hospitality and retail village. It is expected to generate significant economic activity, with forecasts of more than $538 million flowing into the local economy within its first five years of operation.
Alongside the financial impact, the resort is tipped to support hundreds of jobs, both during construction and once operational. For a suburb where many residents currently commute to work in Brisbane or surrounding areas, the opportunity for more local employment is seen as a positive step.
Comiskey Group’s vision
Photo credit: Comiskey Group/comiskey.com.au
Local developer the Comiskey Group has been selected to deliver the project. The family-owned company has a strong presence in the region, having overseen projects such as Sandstone Point’s $250 million expansion and the Dakabin Hotel.
Director Rob Comiskey said the North Lakes resort would offer a blend of luxury and community focus. “The resort will blend luxury accommodation with premium food, boutique retail, generous green spaces and event experiences to create a destination locals will love, and visitors will travel for,” he said.
“Designed by Bureau Proberts, the visionary architects behind West Village at West End, the new precinct will create a vibrant cultural hub in the centre of North Lakes.”
The design team is expected to prioritise open spaces, walkability, and integration with the surrounding town centre. Early concept plans show green areas that will be accessible to the community as well as hotel guests, creating a space intended to be both welcoming and functional.
Preparing for the future
Photo credit: Comiskey Group/comiskey.com.au
The resort arrives at a time when Moreton Bay is increasingly positioning itself as a destination for tourism, events, and conferences. With the Brisbane 2032 Olympics less than a decade away, the region has been investing in facilities and accommodation to meet growing demand from visitors and major events.
The North Lakes precinct will build on this momentum, providing new facilities for business events and hospitality alongside everyday retail and dining experiences for locals.
Construction is due to start in 2026, with the development delivered in stages. At $180 million, the precinct represents one of the largest tourism investments announced for North Lakes.
Council and the developer say the project offers benefits beyond direct economic activity, including new public spaces and local jobs. They also aim to enhance North Lakes’ cultural and leisure offerings and attract both interstate visitors and local families.
The announcement has already attracted regional and national media coverage. Council and the developer say they aim to leave a lasting legacy through high-quality design and local opportunities.
Mitze Street represents a quintessential slice of Bray Park’s evolution from rural outpost to established suburban neighbourhood. The street’s development gathered momentum in the early 1990s, as properties began changing hands and families put down roots in what was then a growing corner of the Pine Rivers area. The homes that rose along Mitze Street during this period captured the architectural spirit of their time, with modest brick-and-tile constructions that prioritised practicality and space over ornamentation.
The street’s name itself connects to the broader tapestry of Bray Park’s identity—a suburb named after John Sanders Bray, who served as Pine Rivers Shire councillor and Shire Chairman from 1950 to 1973. Many of the roads in the area carry legacy names tied to early local government figures, property owners, or natural features that once defined the landscape. Mitze Street, like its neighbours, emerged as part of the careful subdivision and planning that transformed pastoral land into family-friendly estates.
By the mid-1990s, Mitze Street had established its residential character. The area around Youngs Crossing Road, just nearby, was experiencing parallel development—land clearing and excavation signalled the transition from open paddocks to the suburban streets we recognise today. While some roads in Bray Park retained connections to older networks like Old North Road, Mitze Street was part of a newer wave of infrastructure, purpose-built for the families who would call it home for decades to come.
Today, the street retains much of that original community spirit. Long-term residents have watched saplings mature into shade trees, and front yards that once held swing sets now host grandchildren’s visits. The stability of the neighbourhood is reflected not just in its streetscape, but in the stories of those who’ve remained, building lives and memories along this quiet stretch of suburban Bray Park.
Mitze St, Bray Park Residents
NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 45 % OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85% AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 13 years and 7 months % OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 49%
Mitze St, Bray Park – As It Looked in 1936
SOME RECENT SALES ON MITZE ST, BRAY PARK
Property Address
Sale Price
Sale Date
53 Mitze Street, Bray Park
$848,000
Sept 2025
35 Mitze Street, Bray Park
$875,000
Jan 2025
32 Mitze Street, Bray Park
$690,000
Apr 2024
SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON MITZE ST FROM YESTERYEAR
Property Address
Sale Price
Sale Date
44 Mitze Street, Bray Park
$118,000
Sept 1992
12 Mitze Street, Bray Park
$112,000
May 1992
5 Mitze Street, Bray Park
$103,000
Aug 1991
SUBURB PROFILE
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2025 was $807,000 The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2021 was $470,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN BRAY PARK SINCE 2021: $337,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2025 was $807,000 The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2021 was $470,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN BRAY PARK SINCE 2021: $337,000
Preparatory works have started on the upgrade of the Narangba station park ‘n’ ride, which will expand capacity and deliver new safety and accessibility improvements for commuters.
The project, managed by the Transport and Main Roads Department on behalf of Queensland Rail, will expand the existing car park by more than 100 spaces. Once finished, the facility will increase capacity from around 380 to nearly 500, helping to ease pressure on parking in the growing Moreton Bay region.
Project location map (Photo credit: TMR)
Early works commenced in September 2025, with activities including fencing, drainage, vegetation clearing, and setting up site access. Main construction will follow.
Key features and benefits
Photo credit: Google Maps
The expansion brings several upgrades aimed at improving commuter convenience and safety:
More parking spaces — more than 100 additional bays, increasing capacity from around 380 to nearly 500.
Accessible parking — four new bays will be added, increasing the number of accessible spaces in the car park to six.
Motorcycle parking — six new motorcycle bays will be included.
Safer access — a new entry point will be built off Main Street, with a left-turn lane to improve traffic flow.
Security upgrades — new lighting and CCTV cameras will be installed across the facility.
Improved connectivity — a pedestrian pathway will link the car park more directly with the station.
The new spaces will be built on vacant rail corridor land along Main Street, to the north-west of Narangba station.
Community impact
Photo credit: Google Maps
Local commuters have faced overcrowded parking, particularly during peak travel times. The expansion aims to reduce overflow parking in nearby residential streets during peak periods.
By increasing overall capacity and introducing safety improvements, the expansion is expected to ease this pressure and provide a more reliable park ‘n’ ride option for the community.
The upgrades align with the role park ‘n’ ride facilities play across South East Queensland in supporting public transport and managing congestion.
Next steps
Early works commenced in September 2025, with main construction to follow. Some disruption may occur around Main Street during construction; the project page has contact details for more information.
Westfield North Lakes is bringing Disney and Pixar’s Cars to life with a week-long craft zone, giving families a chance to create keepsakes inspired by Lightning McQueen and friends.
The Disney Cars Craft Zone runs from Saturday, 20 September to Friday, 26 September at Centre Court near Concierge. Activities are open daily between 10 am and 1 pm, with new projects featured across the week. Entry is free and open to children and families.
Each day of the program offers a different craft activity linked to the Cars theme. Children can customise tote bags, decorate pencil cases, or paint their own Cars plasters. The variety means families returning on multiple days can experience something new each visit.
More Than Crafts
The Craft Zone is part of a wider school holiday line-up at Westfield North Lakes. Alongside the Cars activities, children can join a paid LUSH workshop from 1 to 3 October, where participants create their own bath bomb or bubble bar.
Event Cinemas, Planet Arcade, and nearby dining options add further entertainment for families spending the day at the centre.
Added Bonus for Members
Along with the craft activities, Westfield members are eligible to enter a competition running until 13 October. The prize is a three-night family trip to Disneyland Resort in California, including access to Cars Land. The package covers return flights for two adults and two children, provided in partnership with Flight Centre.
In partnership with Disney, Westfield is offering members a chance to win a 3-night family holiday to Disneyland Resort in California, including Cars Land, thanks to Flight Centre. Enter daily via the Westfield app from 18 September to 13 October
Community-Focused School Holiday Activities
Westfield highlights the program as a family-friendly way to keep children engaged during the break. The North Lakes page also points out quieter hours in the centre for visitors who prefer a calmer environment.
North Lakes was built around its golf course. For years, families bought homes with the promise of green fairways, shaded walking paths and the sense that open space would remain at the heart of their community. But with the course closed since 2019 and development proposals returning one after another, residents now find themselves facing a new question: will their suburb be reshaped once again, this time by a commercial driving range?
In June 2025, JH Northlakes lodged a development application (DA/2025/3488) for a large-scale driving range on land adjoining Bridgeport Drive, with The Village Retirement Group listed as the client on architectural drawings. Council records list the wider site address as 133 Copeland Drive, the former golf club.
The proposal is ambitious. Plans show a two-level building with either 60 or 68 bays for golfers to practise their swing, flanked by a pro shop, bar, restaurant, and conference facilities. Out in the open, a chip-and-putt practice area and target greens would stretch across what used to be manicured fairways. Tall safety nets, marked on plans up to RL +51,000, would rise above nearby tree lines to contain stray balls.
Access would come from a new driveway onto Bridgeport Drive. The project also includes 141 car parking spaces, bicycle storage and staff facilities, covering a footprint of more than 5,200 square metres. In effect, the complex would transform a patch of former fairway into a hybrid: part sports facility, part hospitality venue, part events centre.
The developer has backed the application with a suite of technical reports aimed at addressing community concerns.
Report
Prepared By / Date
Key Findings
Mitigation / Recommendations
Acoustic Report
Decibell, July 2025
Noise modelling based on Victoria Park Driving Range. Operations proposed 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. seven days. Potential impacts on residences east of site but within limits of Environmental Protection Policy (Noise) 2019.
Acoustic barriers, building treatments, limit on amplified music at night.
Traffic Impact Assessment
Colliers, May–July 2025
68 driving range bays (two levels) + chip-and-putt. 141 car spaces. Driveway access via Bridgeport Drive. Forecast traffic in 2027 and 2037 manageable; no major intersection upgrades required.
Provide adequate on-site parking, maintain pedestrian and cycle connections, monitor traffic at Discovery Dr/Bridgeport Dr roundabout.
Ecological Assessment Report
Saunders Havill Group, July 2025
Site highly modified from former golf course. No remnant vegetation cleared. Historical koala sightings (2018) and indirect evidence in 2025. Eleven fauna species recorded (mostly urban species).
Site assessed as low to moderate bushfire risk due to modified golf course environment.
Vegetation management, buffer zones, and construction standards consistent with Queensland bushfire guidelines.
Civil Engineering Plans
Bligh Tanner, 2025
Covers drainage, erosion control, retaining walls, and contaminated soil management. Notes nearby koala habitat requiring protection during works.
Erosion and sediment control measures, stormwater drainage design, habitat protection protocols.
A suburb that remembers
For residents, these reports may sound familiar. In 2023, the community was caught up in another battle when plans for aged-care and retirement housing were put forward on the same land. That application was eventually withdrawn after thousands of objections and a council officer’s recommendation to refuse.
Campaigners under the banner of Save North Lakes Golf Course say the new proposal is yet another example of piecemeal development, when the suburb was promised something else entirely. They point to the Mango Hill Infrastructure Development Control Plan, which emphasised a connected and integrated system of open space. They argue that a driving range, however modern, does not meet that test.
The group has already reported thousands of objections lodged with Council and continues to call for more residents to act. Their message is clear: North Lakes was never meant to be carved into individual projects.
Between recreation and recreation business
Not all locals see the proposal the same way. For some, the idea of golf returning to North Lakes—even in a different form—is welcome. With the original 18-hole course gone, they see potential for families, social groups and younger players to enjoy the sport in a more casual and accessible format. Industry outlets have also framed the development as a chance to reintroduce golf in a way that suits modern lifestyles, where people may not have time for a full round but want the option of a quick practice session.
Yet scepticism remains strong. Residents worry about the impact of a commercial-style venue operating late into the night, with lights, noise and car traffic spilling into surrounding streets. They also question whether the development’s function rooms and bar suggest a primary focus on events and entertainment rather than sport.
Whatever the outcome, the debate cuts deeper than just golf. It explores identity, trust, and the evolution of suburbs long after the brochures are printed and homes are sold.
The Moreton Police District has expanded its frontline capacity with the arrival of seven new constables who will serve communities across the region, including Deception Bay.
The fresh recruits were among 110 people who completed their training and were officially sworn in as police officers on 11 September, marking the start of what officials describe as both challenging and fulfilling careers in law enforcement.
The new officers were welcomed to their roles during a ceremony at Burpengary Police Station, where Acting Chief Superintendent Tom Armitt and Acting Superintendent Julia Cook met with the recruits before they begin their year-long, station-based training programme.
What makes this group particularly interesting is the variety of professional backgrounds they bring to policing. Before joining the Queensland Police Service, the new constables worked in fields ranging from retail and childcare to protective services and corrections. The group also includes a former butcher and a mechanic, demonstrating the diverse paths that can lead to a career in law enforcement.
The seven constables – Brittle, Byrne, Chay, Fyfe, Marmotta, Noonan and Whittle – will be distributed across stations throughout the district. Burpengary Station will receive two officers, while one each will be stationed at North Lakes/Mango Hill, Deception Bay, Petrie, and Bribie Island.
Among the new recruits is Constable Byrne, whose background as a Q-Ride motorcycle instructor has shaped his career aspirations. He hopes to eventually join the Highway Patrol Group, bringing his passion for road safety and experience in educating both motorists and motorcycle riders to the role.
Constable Brittle’s journey to policing began with encouragement from a friend already serving in the force. She explained that she recognised her existing skills could make a positive contribution to policing work. Her advice for others considering a similar career change is straightforward: take the leap, as it might provide the fresh direction needed whilst helping many people in the community.
These seven officers join 55 other recent graduates currently serving within the Moreton Police District, significantly strengthening the area’s policing capability. During their 12-month training period, the new constables will gain practical experience, receive mentorship, and develop the specialised skills required for effective police work.
The expansion comes as the Queensland Police Service continues its commitment to maintaining strong community policing presence across the state. Officials note that the diverse professional backgrounds of new recruits enhance the service’s ability to connect with and serve varied community needs.
For residents of Deception Bay and surrounding areas, the arrival of additional officers represents increased local policing capacity and continued investment in community safety initiatives.
Tucked away in the established heart of Bray Park, Aaron Street tells a story of steady suburban growth and enduring community ties. This quiet residential street, lined with family homes and mature gardens, has become a testament to the area’s transformation from rural hinterland to thriving suburb over the past few decades.
The surrounding area was changing too. As Bray Park evolved through the 1990s and early 2000s, streets like Aaron Street saw the establishment of the family neighbourhoods that define the suburb today. What was once open land gradually gave way to homes, where families put down roots and stayed for the long term—a pattern that continues to characterise the street.
Aaron St, Bray Park Residents
NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 36 houses % OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85% AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 14 years and 11 months % OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 67%
Aaron St, Bray Park – As It Looked in 1936
SOME RECENT SALES ON AARON ST, BRAY PARK
Property Address
Sale Price
Sale Date
1 Aaron Street, Bray Park
$840,000
May 2025
7 Aaron Street, Bray Park
$737,000
Dec 2024
24 Aaron Street, Bray Park
$708,000
Nov 2024
SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON AARON ST FROM YESTERYEAR
Property Address
Sale Price
Sale Date
19 Aaron Street
$120,410
Jun 1999
5 Aaron Street
$106,000
Sept 1997
25 Aaron Street
$118,000
Aug 1994
SUBURB PROFILE
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2025 was $807,000 The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2021 was $470,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN BRAY PARK SINCE 2021: $337,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2025 was $807,000 The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2021 was $470,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN BRAY PARK SINCE 2021: $337,000
