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Bribie Island - Bribie Island  

Naturally beautiful, Bribie Island and its surrounding waters is a true showpiece of the Moreton Bay area. Bribie is the northern-most of the islands in Moreton Bay and is the only island connected to the mainland by bridge, allowing traffic to flo ...

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Brisbane City - Brisbane  

Make a journey to downtown Brisbane and you'll realise how beautiful a city can be. You’ll find a unique combination of the old and new - where sandstone cathedrals blend seamlessly with steel and glass skyscrapers, modern architectural design is t ...

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Brisbane Region - Brisbane  

Come to Brisbane and you'll discover a region that's not only filled with energy, you'll also find it's filled with endless things to do. Sophisticated and progressive, dynamic and diverse, Brisbane delivers on all fronts. Visitors and locals alike d ...

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Canungra - Canungra  

The old saw-milling town of Canungra is the springboard to Lamington National Park and its popular mountain resorts. Visitors can take a walk through the sawmill’s old tramway tunnel cut through sandstone, where the walls show the scars caused by ...

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Cleveland - Redlands  

The vibrant coastal village of Cleveland is a warm, friendly, cosmopolitan area brimming with plenty to see and do. There is an elegant marina, great places to eat and excellent public facilities throughout the precinct. Once in Cleveland, that rel ...

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Clontarf - Redcliffe  

With its sprawling expanse of bayside walkways and bikeways, plenty of parks with picnic facilities and lots of designated off leash areas, Clontarf is an ideal place to bring the family, including the dog, to enjoy a day out by the water. Clontarf i ...

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Coochiemudlo Island - Redlands  

Coochiemudlo Island is a small piece of paradise that sits like a pearl in the shell of Moreton Bay. Its relatively small size is one of its most endearing features, as the island is easily explored in a day. But don't rush, because taking it easy is ...

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Deception Bay - Deception Bay  

The curiously named town of Deception Bay in Caboolture Shire lies approximately 30 kilometres north of Brisbane, at the southern end of the bay of the same name. It is called Deception Bay because when discovered by Lieutenant John Oxley in 1823, he ...

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Forest Hill - Laidley  

Just five kilometres south of the Warrego Highway, and around 40 minutes from Ipswich, lies the tiny but interesting town of Forest Hill is a remarkable hint of a yesteryear town. However, Forest Hill is not make-believe. It just so happens to be a ...

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Fortitude Valley - Brisbane  

Once considered a down-at-heel pocket of the city, Fortitude Valley has emerged over the past decade as one of Brisbane's liveliest and most progressive precincts. Known as The Valley, this is where a flourishing cultural community, a pumping party ...

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Godwin Beach - Bribie Island  

Serene and tranquil, Godwin Beach in the northern reaches of Deception Bay is one of the best vantage points to view the entire expanse of land forming its curved coastline. This remarkable quietness also makes Godwin Beach an ideal spot for birdwatc ...

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Ipswich - Ipswich  

A thriving city in it's own right, Ipswich has much to offer you. Build it into your itinerary and you will be rewarded with an interesting mix of old world charm and modern city living. For lovers of history, Ipswich is the ultimate heritage experie ...

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Kangaroo Point - Brisbane  

Dominated by illuminated soaring cliffs that fall dramatically to the banks of the Brisbane River, Kangaroo Point is a mecca for inner city outdoor activity. By day and night climbers and abseilers dangle precariously from the cliff face, drawing the ...

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Karragarra Island - Redlands  

Karragarra is the smallest of the bay islands, and has a very small permanent population. It is a very tranquil, peaceful place to visit. ‘Karra’, as it is affectionately known has no store or retail facilities – one of the secrets to remain ...

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Laidley - Laidley  

Just 60 minutes from downtown Brisbane Laidley Shire greets visitors with good old-fashioned hospitality in some of the richest farmlands and most magnificent scenery. Imagine an early morning hot air balloon flight over picturesque farmlands of the ...

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Lamb Island - Redlands  

For one island to be known as ‘the treasure of Moreton Bay’ it is quite a feat considering the incredibly wonderful options on hand in this region. Yet, Lamb Island claims this title. A tiny island of only two kilometres by one kilometre, it is t ...

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Logan City - Logan  

Just 30 minutes from downtown Brisbane, Logan is Queensland's third largest city and one that is young, dynamic and booming with growth. Logan is a city full of vitality with a rich history and beautiful natural areas - a combination which has succe ...

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Macleay Island - Redlands  

Macleay Island has a second smaller island – Perulpa Island attached to it by a causeway. Swimming, fishing, boating, a stroll along the beach or a walk through the small stand of native rainforest offer relaxing options for passing the time. At ...

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Manly - Brisbane  

With immediate access to Moreton Bay, Manly is a boat lover's dream. The centerpiece of Manly is Manly Harbour, a marina crowded full with magnificent yachts and quality eateries. Manly is renowned for its relaxed yet sophisticated nautical atmosphe ...

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Margate - Redcliffe  

Margate, in Redcliffe City, is a coastal strip which features one of Moreton Bay area’s longest mainland stretches of sand beach. It also boasts a long, flat boardwalk promenade, making it ideal for those who like to walk, cycle, rollerblade or e ...

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Milton - Brisbane  

The first of the suburban villages to undergo revitalization, Milton is recognized as sparking Brisbane’s love affair with exciting, individual precincts. A favourite with the in-crowd, this lively precinct is characterised by the expensive sports ...

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New Farm - Brisbane  

Spending time in New Farm is to experience quintessential Brisbane. There’s a mixture of upbeat cafes, shops, restaurants, gourmet delis and modern bars packed with creative types, professionals and the occasional colourful character - and then, r ...

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North Stradbroke Island - North Stradbroke Island  

Refreshing, relaxing, and simply beautiful, North Stradbroke Island, or “Straddie”, as the locals call it, is one of Moreton Bay’s best loved getaway spots. The resident community, some 3,000 lucky people, will welcome you, and they’ll also ...

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Paddington - Brisbane  

Paddington is a charming urban village well known for its traditional Queenslander houses that dot the hills amongst large, leafy trees. But the suburb is also gaining a reputation for being a hotspot for dining, wining and shopping. Make sure you h ...

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Redcliffe - Redcliffe  

Just 30 minutes from downtown Brisbane the delightful holiday centre of Redcliffe is a perfect combination of sun, sand and sea. It has so much to offer visitors who wish to escape the stress of modern living with 22 kilometres of soft sandy beaches, ...

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Redland Bay - Redlands  

Charming and friendly with a country ambience, Redland Bay is home to a close-knit resident population who welcome visitors. Situated at the southern end of the Redlands area, it is the departure point for the Southern Bay Islands of Moreton Bay. Re ...

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Redlands - Redlands  

All located within an hour’s drive of Brisbane and the Gold Coast, the Redlands district is a convenient and diverse holiday destination. Bordered by the beautiful aquatic paradise of Moreton Bay and its islands, the region boasts glistening beache ...

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Rosalie - Brisbane  

Rosalie is a compact, attractive pocket of Brisbane that is a well kept secret of the locals. But just ask anyone who comes here, and they’ll tell you what it may lack in size, it more than makes up for in quality. Famed for its creative yet access ...

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Sandgate - Brisbane  

The architectural beauty of both civic and residential buildings throughout Sandgate makes this coastal village of one Moreton Bay’s heritage showpieces. Sandgate, located below the Redcliffe peninsula, was a popular seaside destination for Brisban ...

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Scarborough - Redcliffe  

The beautiful seaside village of Scarbough is a vibrant, lively precinct where something is always happening. Always a hive of activity at the north end of the Redcliffe Peninsula is the Scarborough Boat Harbour. Many tour operators launch from here ...

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South Stradbroke Island - South Stradbroke Island  

South Stradbroke Island is a small sand island just off of Southport on the Gold Coast. In fact, South Stradbroke is only 200 metres from the northern end of the Spit in Southport, making the island easily accessible for day trips. South Stradbroke I ...

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St Helena Island - Redlands  

Despite being the only island in Moreton Bay with a holy name, St Helena Island has the darkest and most grim past. For over 65 years (from 1867 to 1932) it was Queensland's colonial maximum security prison for men, and was home the colony’s worst ...

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Victoria Point - Redlands  

Victoria Point is a pretty bayside precinct that ambles along at an easy pace, and is the gateway to Moreton Bay’s quirkily named Coochiemudlo Island. With a multitude of parks and esplanades within its boundaries, Victoria Point is another popular ...

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Wellington Point - Redlands  

Perched out on the tip of a peninsula, Wellington Point has a bustling, friendly atmosphere where the water and seaside are enjoyed to the fullest by locals and the many people who visit this village on weekends. Bordered by water on both sides, it ...

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West End - Brisbane  

It takes all kinds to make a community. And ‘all kinds’ is exactly what you’ll find in West End. From dreadlocked Rastafarians lazing on couches sipping tea to Chinese restaurateurs cooking up steamed pork buns, from indigenous artisans offerin ...

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Wilston - Brisbane  

Wilston is a highly attractive precinct in Brisbane, in more ways than one. Its stunning blend of old and new architecture - from workers’ cottages to modern architect-designed homes - paints a superb picture. Its inner city location and breathtaki ...

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Woody Point - Redcliffe  

Picturesque Woody Point allows visitors the chance to soak up a relaxed seaside village experience. Its many charming eateries and seaside arts and craft shops, give Woody Point a casual atmosphere. Perched at the southern tip of the Redcliffe Peni ...

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Wynnum - Brisbane  

The hub of the eastern bays coastal villages, Wynnum is a lively, family friendly seaside suburb. About 15 kilometres from the Brisbane Central Business District and about 30 minutes by car, Wynnum attracts all kinds of visitors who enjoy the atmosph ...

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