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Street Spotlight: Mitze Street, Bray Park

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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

If you know Mitze Street, Bray Park well and you have some anecdotes or details to add, please email us at editor@brisbanesuburbsonlinenews.com.au.

Published 28-September-2025

Narangba Station Park ‘n’ Ride Upgrade Begins with Extra Parking and Safety Features

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.

Read: Narangba Train Station Adds 100 Car Parks to Meet Rising Demand

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.

Narangba station park ‘n’ ride — 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

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

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.

Read: Queensland Funds Safety Upgrades in Moreton Bay Under School Transport Program

Residents and commuters can keep track of progress on the Transport and Main Roads Department website: Narangba Station Park ‘n’ Ride Expansion.

Published 26-September-2025

Disney Cars Take Over Westfield North Lakes These School Holidays

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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.

Daily Creative Fun for Kids

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

By mixing free events with bookable activities, the centre aims to provide options for all families across the holiday period.

Published 24-September-2025

North Lakes Faces Another Choice Over its Former Golf Course

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?

A new kind of golf

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.

North Lakes Golf — Photo Credit: DA/2025/3488

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.

What the reports say

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).	Vegetation Clearing & Management Plan, Fauna Management Plan, habitat protection measures during works.
Bushfire Management Plan	2025	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.

Published 19-Sept-2025

Fresh Faces Join Local Police Beat as Moreton District Welcomes New Constables

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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.

Published 18-September-2025

Street Spotlight: Aaron Street, Bray Park

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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

If you know Aaron Street, Bray Park well and you have some anecdotes or details to add, please email us at editor@brisbanesuburbsonlinenews.com.au.

Published 12-October-2025

Street Spotlight: Dundee St, Bray Park

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Dundee Street sits quietly in the heart of Bray Park, a residential enclave that has evolved significantly over the past three decades. While the street may not boast grand historical landmarks or dramatic transformation stories, its character speaks to something equally compelling: the steady growth of a neighbourhood where families have chosen to put down roots and stay.

The street’s story is one of gradual suburban development, reflective of Bray Park’s broader evolution from rural outskirts to established residential community. Today, Dundee Street is home to 63 houses and one other property, forming a cohesive streetscape where neighbours have watched each other’s children grow and gardens mature over nearly two decades.

What makes Dundee Street particularly notable is the stability of its community. With 85% of properties owner-occupied and residents staying an average of 17 years and 8 months, this is clearly a street where people don’t just live—they belong. An impressive 65% of residents have called Dundee Street home for more than a decade, a testament to the enduring appeal of this Bray Park address.

The surrounding area has experienced considerable change since the early 1990s, when Bray Park itself was still finding its identity. The suburb’s name honours John Sanders Bray, a longtime Pine Rivers Shire councillor and Shire Chairman who served from 1950 to 1973, cementing the area’s connection to local government history and community leadership.

Dundee St, Bray Park Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 63 houses, 1 other
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 17 years and 8 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 65%

Dundee St, Bray Park – As It Looked in 1936

SOME RECENT SALES ON DUNDEE ST, BRAY PARK

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
42 Dundee Street, Bray Park	$850,000	Apr 2025
9 Dundee Street, Bray Park	$820,000	Apr 2025

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON DUNDEE ST FROM YESTERYEAR

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
7 Dundee Street, Bray Park	$51,000	Apr 1993
5 Dundee Street, Bray Park	$200,000	Mar 1993
3 Dundee Street, Bray Park	$50,000	Mar 1993

SUBURB PROFILE

The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2025 was $862,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Bray Park in 2021 was $505,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN BRAY PARK SINCE 2021: $357,000

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

Published 31-August-2025

BlueCare Nurse Cuts Prompt Concern in Rothwell

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A Rothwell family has voiced concern after BlueCare confirmed it will cut a large share of enrolled nurse positions across its Queensland facilities, including the Rothwell centre.

Funding Changes Behind Cuts

On 25 August 2025, BlueCare, Queensland’s largest aged care provider, announced plans to reduce its enrolled nursing workforce. The decision follows federal reforms introduced in October 2023, which set new mandatory daily care minute requirements.

Earlier in June 2025, BlueCare also cut 120 roles from its community services division, which provides at-home care.

BlueCare Rothwell — Photo Credit: BlueCare/Facebook

84 Roles at Risk Across 21 Sites

The Queensland Nurses and Midwives’ Union (QNMU) estimates that up to 84 of 130 enrolled nurse roles will be removed across 21 of BlueCare’s 40 facilities, about 60 per cent of its workforce.

BlueCare said the care provided by enrolled nurses counts for only 10 per cent of the mandatory care minute targets, leaving a funding shortfall. The provider said it would redeploy staff where possible and expects actual redundancies to be lower than the union’s figures.

Union Challenges Provider’s Explanation

The union disputes BlueCare’s justification, arguing the cuts are financially motivated. It warned that duties such as medication management could shift to personal care workers who do not have the same clinical training as enrolled nurses.

BlueCare maintains that overall care levels will remain unchanged and stressed it values enrolled nurses despite the restructure.

aged care Queensland — Photo Credit: BlueCare/Facebook

Rothwell Family Raises Concern, Wider Public Reacts

At the Rothwell facility, Angela Ray, whose 81-year-old mother lives there, said enrolled nurses had provided vital continuity of care. She fears their removal could leave non-clinical needs unmet.

More broadly, social media responses showed public concern about safety risks, profit priorities, and the replacement of skilled nurses with lower-paid carers. Some families also shared personal experiences of dedicated care workers but still questioned whether quality standards can be maintained.

Next Steps Under Review

The union has referred the matter to national regulators and oversight agencies. Authorities have confirmed providers are required to meet safe care standards, while families, including those in Rothwell, are waiting to see how the changes will affect daily operations in facilities.

Published 30-Aug-2025

Injunction Halts Eviction of Rough Sleepers in Kallangur

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Homeless residents camping at Goodfellows Road in Kallangur have been allowed to stay after a legal order prevented City of Moreton Bay from enforcing eviction notices.

Background and Context

On 8 July 2025, Basic Rights Queensland obtained urgent injunctions to stop the City of Moreton Bay from removing rough sleepers at Goodfellows Road, Kallangur. The action followed earlier clearances at Eddie Hyland Park in Lawnton, where belongings were taken using machinery and police escorts.

By 15 August 2025, the court extended protection for 11 applicants, many of whom had already been displaced from other locations. The order prevents the council from enforcing compliance notices until a full hearing in late November.

The Findings

Justice Paul Smith found that removing tents without adequate housing alternatives posed risks to the health and safety of those affected. While acknowledging concerns raised by residents about health and amenity, he said these needed to be weighed against the protections provided by the Human Rights Act.

The court also found that the council had not provided a binding commitment to pause enforcement, leading to concerns that campers could face further removal.

Authorities’ Position

The City of Moreton Bay said the order was limited to compliance notices and did not change the validity of local laws prohibiting camping on council land. It stated that while it would comply with the ruling, it was disappointing that people remained without permanent housing.

Authorities highlighted its efforts to address homelessness, including $3.7 million invested in the Peninsula Support Hub at Redcliffe, support for the Sleep Bus program, and land allocations at Morayfield and Caboolture for future crisis housing.

Queensland homelessness — Photo Credit: Pexels

Legal and Community Response

Basic Rights Queensland and other community groups welcomed the decision, arguing that people experiencing homelessness should not be penalised for lacking housing. Charities also noted that residents at the Kallangur site had few alternatives and needed stability until long-term solutions were available.

Next Steps

The case is scheduled for a full hearing in November 2025. Until then, those staying at the Goodfellows Road site in Kallangur are permitted to remain in place.

Published 27-Aug-2025

Wastewater Blockages Rising in Narangba and Deception Bay

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Narangba and Deception Bay have been named in Unitywater’s latest list of top ten wastewater blockage hotspots, prompting a call for residents to avoid flushing or rinsing unsuitable items.

Background

Unitywater recorded 4,395 wastewater blockages across its service areas of Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa during 2024–25. Almost one quarter of these occurred in just ten suburbs, which included five in Moreton Bay: Caboolture, Redcliffe, Clontarf, Narangba and Deception Bay.

Causes of Blockages

Common causes included items not designed to break down in water, such as wet wipes, paper towels, tissues, nappies, tampons, and cotton buds. These products can combine with fats, oils and food scraps to create larger blockages. The problem extends from household pipes to street mains and pumping systems that move wastewater to treatment plants, increasing maintenance costs and community inconvenience.

Narangba and Deception Bay Among Hotspots

Narangba recorded 89 blockages, while Deception Bay had 82 over the 12-month period. Other Moreton Bay suburbs on the list included Caboolture with 134, Redcliffe with 92, and Clontarf with 90. These figures highlight an ongoing need for community awareness around household waste disposal practices.

Wastewater blockages — Photo Credit: Unitywater

Community Impact

Large blockages can cause wastewater to back up through household drains or overflow into streets. These incidents carry public health risks and may also affect the natural environment. Residents are being encouraged to use small bins in bathrooms, wipe pans before washing, and collect cooking oils in containers for disposal in household bins. Simple habits can significantly reduce the likelihood of damage and disruption.

Looking Ahead

Unitywater has highlighted ongoing education campaigns to reduce the impact of non-flushable and non-drainable items. The organisation continues to remind households across Narangba, Deception Bay and other suburbs that only the “three Ps” — pee, poo and paper — should go down the toilet. Continued messaging aims to lower blockages, improve system reliability, and protect waterways in the region.

Published 27-Aug-2025