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Bluey and Bingo Head to Petrie for the G’day Little Queenslanders Celebration

On Sunday, 26 October 2025, G’day Little Queenslanders will host a morning of celebration and community connection at The Mill at Petrie.

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Proudly presented by Queensland, the free family event celebrates the state’s youngest residents, affectionately known as “Little Queenslanders,” while connecting parents, carers and community services in a welcoming setting.

A key highlight of the morning will be a Live Interactive Experience featuring Bluey and Bingo, giving children the chance to see the popular TV characters in person. Families can also enjoy children’s entertainment, food trucks serving local treats, and community stalls offering information and resources to support Queensland families.

Parents of babies and toddlers can register on the day to receive a personalised keepsake certificate, officially welcoming their child into Queensland’s growing story. The certificates are available for children aged 0–2 and serve as a memento for families marking those early years.

The event aims to celebrate families and strengthen connections between Queenslanders with young children. For many parents, especially those with newborns, opportunities to meet others and discover local services can be invaluable, and G’day Little Queenslanders provides just that.

The Mill at Petrie will host the celebration in its open community space, with plenty of room for families to relax, enjoy the entertainment and spend time together. Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket and make the most of the morning’s activities.

The Petrie celebration is one of several stops on the G’day Little Queenslanders tour, which also includes Townsville, Redlands Coast and Cairns throughout October and November. Each event offers families across Queensland a chance to celebrate their newest members and learn more about local community resources.

Read: Plans Submitted for Major Student Accommodation in Petrie

Whether you are a parent, grandparent or carer, this free morning of family fun is an opportunity to enjoy time together, meet others and create a few happy memories.

For more details and to pre-register for your Little Queenslander’s certificate, visit qld.gov.au/littlequeenslanders.

Published 22-October-2025

Eco Fest Returns to UniSC Moreton Bay with Dr Karl Leading the Green Conversation

Photo Credit: What's On Moreton Bay/Facebook

Petrie’s UniSC Moreton Bay campus will transform into a sustainability hub as the Moreton Bay Eco Fest returns this November, bringing families, community groups, and experts together for a day of learning and action.

A Day for the Community

The free community festival runs on Sunday, 9 November 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie. It is presented by the City of Moreton Bay and delivered by Tourism and Events Moreton Bay.

The Eco Fest promotes simple, practical ways for locals to live more sustainably. Families will explore interactive activities, workshops, and live demonstrations covering topics from recycling to gardening and conservation.

The event invites everyone to take part, whether they are long-time environmental advocates or residents looking to start small changes at home.

Dr Karl Takes the Stage

Australia’s well-known science communicator Dr Karl Kruszelnicki AM will headline the main stage, offering his signature mix of curiosity and clarity to help visitors understand environmental science in everyday terms.

His appearance is arranged through Claxton Speakers International and adds a strong educational highlight to the festival.

What to Expect

Festivalgoers will find community stalls, educational booths, and local food vendors throughout the venue. The main stage will feature a full lineup of entertainment and sustainability talks announced later in the year.

Entry is free, but organisers encourage early arrival to enjoy all scheduled activities. The campus’ status as a wildlife reserve means pets are not permitted, though service animals are welcome.

Supporting Local Action

Mayor Peter Flannery said Eco Fest gives locals a chance to connect, learn, and take small steps toward positive change. Stallholder registrations close on Friday, 5 September 2025. Businesses and community groups are encouraged to showcase sustainable ideas and products.

Partners like Belgravia Leisure, Australian Trade College North Brisbane, Epic Assist, Bishopp, and Akyra Strategy & Development support the shared goal of making sustainability part of daily life.

Published 13-October-2025

Site Secured for $60 Million TAFE Centre of Excellence in Petrie

Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook

A $60 million TAFE Centre of Excellence will be developed in Petrie, following the completion of a land transfer that allows construction to begin in 2026 at the Moreton Bay Central site. The new facility will expand training opportunities across key industries while supporting the region’s growing workforce needs.

New Skills and Manufacturing Hub in Petrie

The planned Moreton Bay TAFE Centre of Excellence will feature an Advanced Manufacturing Hub to strengthen the region’s billion-dollar manufacturing sector. The hub will focus on providing hands-on, industry-aligned training in construction, engineering, electrotechnology, and advanced manufacturing. The project aims to give residents the opportunity to train and work locally, supporting workforce retention and regional development.

TAFE Centre Petrie — Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook

Land Transfer and Construction Timeline

Located within the Moreton Bay Central precinct, the site will be transferred from the City of Moreton Bay to the Queensland Government, marking an important step towards the project’s delivery. Construction is scheduled to commence in 2026. The facility’s location—next to the future Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre, a confirmed venue for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games—positions it as a key investment in long-term regional growth.

TAFE Centre of Excellence — Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook

Expanding Training Capacity Across Queensland

The Petrie facility is part of a $201.1 million initiative to establish four new TAFE Centres of Excellence across the state, alongside Caloundra, Rockhampton, and the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. The project will introduce modern training technologies such as augmented reality and smart learning hubs, providing students with access to real-world, job-ready experience. This initiative seeks to bridge skills gaps in high-demand sectors and strengthen the local labour market.

manufacturing hub — Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook

Supporting Local Growth and Innovation

The Centre of Excellence is expected to enhance Moreton Bay’s reputation as an education and innovation hub. Local officials have welcomed the project, noting its proximity to the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Moreton Bay campus, which opens possibilities for collaboration between tertiary education and vocational training. The new facility is also anticipated to boost local employment, promote advanced manufacturing, and equip the region with a future-ready workforce.

Future Outlook for Petrie

Set to begin construction in 2026, the Moreton Bay TAFE Centre of Excellence will deliver a lasting contribution to Petrie and the surrounding region. Once complete, it will serve as a cornerstone for education, training, and economic growth, providing high-quality facilities that meet the evolving needs of local industries.

Published 12-Oct-2025

Unitywater’s Wastewater Upgrade Includes Key Works in Deception Bay

Deception Bay was among the suburbs that received wastewater pipe relining as Unitywater carried out a large-scale program to reduce odour and prevent overflows across the Moreton Bay region.

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Over a two-year period, the utility reported that it had relined 53 kilometres of wastewater mains and renewed 317 maintenance holes across Moreton Bay, the Sunshine Coast and Noosa as part of a $400 million replacements and renewals program.

Within the Moreton Bay area, about 26 kilometres of pipes were relined and 91 maintenance holes renewed. In Deception Bay, 74.3 metres of pipe were relined, while another 29.8 metres were completed in Eatons Hill.

The works used trenchless techniques rather than full excavations. Unitywater said crews applied spiral PVC relining and cured-in-place UV polymer liners to the inside of existing pipes — methods the utility described as less disruptive and more cost-effective than digging up and replacing entire sections, particularly in built-up suburbs.

Residents raised odour concerns in Deception Bay

Residents in a local Deception Bay Facebook group had voiced frustration about unpleasant smells in tap water in late 2024 and early 2025, reporting odours variously described as chlorine-like and earthy.

Authorities, including Seqwater and Unitywater, explained that such taste and odour issues reported across parts of south-east Queensland were most often caused by naturally occurring algae or bacteria in raw water sources. These compounds could affect smell and taste but, agencies stressed, did not necessarily mean the water was unsafe to drink.

Program aimed to prevent overflows and improve network reliability

Unitywater’s maintenance program also targeted sewer-related causes of odour. The utility noted that hydrogen sulphide, the gas produced in wastewater, could be corrosive and over time damage concrete and metal pipework, increasing the risk of faults and overflows.

Crews carried out CCTV inspections, jet-blasting to remove debris, tree-root removal, and, where needed, raised maintenance holes so that stormwater could not flood into the wastewater network during heavy rain.

While Unitywater stated that the relining should reduce odour complaints and improve network operability over time, the work was not considered a single-fix for all local water-smell concerns. Tap-water odours could stem from a range of sources, including household plumbing. Water authorities advised residents to run taps for a minute or two, check whether the smell affected only one fixture, and report persistent problems to their water provider for testing and investigation.

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For many people in Deception Bay, the relining work was largely invisible but still relevant. Unitywater positioned the upgrades as part of its long-term effort to reduce smells, lower overflow risk, and maintain ageing underground infrastructure.

Published 10-October-2025

Street Spotlight: Oxford St, Joyner

At first glance, Joyner is a quiet pocket of Moreton Bay — a suburb defined by leafy streets, family homes, and the winding course of the North Pine River. But to understand this place is to see how water, land, and people have shaped one another for decades. It is here, where the North Pine River and Sideling Creek meet in a gentle, swirling confluence, that the story of Genesis Christian College takes root — not just as a school, but as part of Joyner’s living landscape.

The rivers came first. Long before the sound of school bells, the junction of creek and river carved out a broad sandbank, a gift of nature that became a beloved swimming and fishing spot for locals. Children learned to swim there; families picnicked on its shores. The meeting of waterways did more than provide recreation — it shaped the soil, the vegetation, and even the settlement patterns that followed. It also set the stage for the kind of careful planning that future development around Youngs Crossing Road would require.

Just beyond that river bend lies the land where Genesis Christian College now stands. Before classrooms rose and playgrounds echoed with laughter, the site was an equestrian training ground, a place where hooves beat the dust and riders learned their craft. That earlier life lends the land a layered story — from horses to homework, from paddocks to purpose.

When the property was purchased in 1989, the vision was bold but humble: a school that would serve the growing Joyner community. Two years later, in 1991, Genesis Christian College opened its doors to just 35 students, teaching from demountable classrooms while a nearby church building was adapted for school use. It was a modest start, but one deeply tied to the character of its surroundings — shaped by the rivers, shaded by native trees, and grounded in Joyner’s evolving identity.

Oxford St, Joyner Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 69
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 6 years and 2 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 16%

Oxford St, Joyner – As It Looked in 1936

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON YOUNGS CROSSING RD FROM YESTERYEAR

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
9 Oxford St	–	Dec 2024
232-234 Oxford St	$8.30 Million	Sept 2024
228 Oxford St	$9.75 Million	Sept 2024

SUBURB PROFILE

The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Joyner in 2025 was $950,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Joyner in 2021 was $613,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN JOYNER SINCE 2021: $337,000

If you know Oxford St, Joyner well and you have some anecdotes or details to add, please email us at editor@brisbanesuburbsonlinenews.com.au.

Published 6-Nov-2025

Street Spotlight: Youngs Crossing Rd, Bray Park

Long before students filled its classrooms, the land at 12–16 Youngs Crossing Rd had a very different purpose. In its earlier life, the site served as an equestrian training ground, where horses once trotted along tracks that today are pathways between buildings. That quiet, rural character shifted dramatically in 1989, when the land was purchased for a bold new vision: the creation of Genesis Christian College.

The school opened its doors in 1991, welcoming just 35 students from Years 1 to 7. In those early days, classes were held in demountable buildings, while a nearby church was adapted to meet the needs of the fledgling school community. It was a modest beginning, but one that laid the foundations for the vibrant educational hub that Genesis Christian College would become.

The surrounding area was changing too. A 1993 photograph captures the evolving landscape of Youngs Crossing Road: new roadside plantings framed in timber, a fresh footbridge, and the first signs of suburban planning replacing a more rural backdrop. By 1996, development along the road was well underway. Land clearing and excavation signaled the start of a transition from open paddocks to the suburban neighborhoods we see today.

Youngs Crossing Rd, Bray Park Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 7
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 100%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 17 years and 3 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 67%

Youngs Crossing Rd, Bray Park – As It Looked in 1936

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON YOUNGS CROSSING RD FROM YESTERYEAR

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
24 Youngs Crossing Road	$470,000	Sept 2018
Lot 105 Youngs Crossing Road	$2,000,000	Oct 2003
8 Youngs Crossing Road	$390,000	Sept 2003

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

North Lakes Woman Rescued from House Fire After Neighbours and Firefighters Join Forces

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 cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

Published 2-October-2025

Deception Bay Club Site Earmarked For 42 Townhouses

Photo Credit: DA/2025/4291

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.

Rezoning Cleared The Path

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.

Published 1-October-2025

$40m Land Development Sells Out In Narangba

Photo Credit: The Junction Narangba

A $40 million land estate in Narangba has sold out 106 residential lots across two stages, with first homebuyers making up most of the purchasers.

Sell-Out At Narangba Estate

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.

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.

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.

Timeline For Residents

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.

Published 30-Sep-2025

$180-M Five-Star Resort and Dining Precinct Planned for North Lakes Ahead of 2032 Olympics

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.

Read: State-of-the-Art Basketball Facility with NBA-Grade Tech to Open in North Lakes

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

2032 Olympics — 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

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.

Read: Petrie May Host Brisbane 2032’s Largest Timber Venue

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.

Published 29-September-2025