New2Brisbane - Moreton Bay and Islands

Moreton Bay and Islands

Moreton Island is located in the northern part of Moreton Bay, just a short boat trip from Scarborough or Manly on the mainland. The 4WD and passenger ferries are regualry operating to and from Moreton Island. Together with Bribie and North Stradbroke Islands, Moreton Island forms a physical barrier to the Pacific Ocean, creating the sheltered and calm waters of Moreton Bay.
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Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort is just a 75 minute cruise from Brisbane across Moreton Bay.
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Bribie Island is accessible by bridge and is one of the more iconic locations to Brisbane's north.
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St Helena Island, located four kilometres from the mouth of the Brisbane River was a maximum security prison for sixty years.
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Coochiemudlo Island is delightfully small and with a friendly charm.
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Russell Island is the largest of Moreton Bay's islands, measuring around 8km by 3km.
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Macleay Island has more than 2000 permanent residents, making it the perfect place to relax.
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Lamb Island is often referred to as ‘the treasure of Moreton Bay'.
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Karragarra Island is the smallest of the Moreton Bay islands, with a very small permanent population.
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Manly is located on Brisbane's Bayside and is a great place to spend the day.
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The seaside suburb of Wynnum is being quickly regenerated after a period of decline.
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The new DFO at Jindalee opened 16 November 2007. There are many outlets at Jindalee's DFO. Here is a list to help you find what you need (and want).

When looking to dine out in Brisbane, it is helpful to understand the different precincts for restaurants in Brisbane.

Whether you want to swim laps, relax by the pool, learn how to swim, or join an aqua aerobics class, there are many public swimming pools to choose from in Brisbane. It's certainly cheaper than building your own swimming pool and you can swim all year round!
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The Grey Nurse shark (Carcharias taurus) is one of Australia's most endangered marine species, despite not being a threat to man. It was hunted almost to extinction during the 1960's due to its fierce appearance and today, activities such as fishing and diving continue to impact on the sharks.
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