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Infrastructure On Bribie Island
Roads
There is a connecting bridge from the island to the mainland, Bribie Island being the only offshore island to have this convenient link. Driving conditions from Brisbane to Caboolture are good via the Gateway Motorway and Bruce Highway. The drive into Bribie is quite long and only one lane each way.
Nearest Airports
Brisbane Airport is 70kms away. Caloundra Airport is 65kms away, a driving time of one hour
Nearest Rail
Caboolture is the nearest station, 24kms from Bribie. If traveling from Brisbane by train to Caboolture, then coach to Bribie will take about two hours.
Buses
Local buses on the island. Rail & Traink link from Bongaree to Caboolture.
Taxis
Yes
Hospitals
Caboolture Hospital, Caboolture Private Hospital and Redcliffe Hospital
Retirement Villages
There are three on Bribie Island
Schools: One Public High School and two Public Primary schools
Police Stations
Bribie Island, Caboolture
Newspapers
Brisbane newspapers
Beaches
There are beaches on the calm side of the island as well as on the ocean side. One of the popular beaches on the ocean side which is patrolled, is Woorim. Other safe swimming beaches also suitable for fishing and picnicking are Red Beach, Bongaree, Sylvan, Banksia, and Pebble Beach. There’s no shortage to choose from. Some of the beaches, particularly on the ocean side, are isolated and accessible only by 4WD or on foot.
Coastguard
Covered by the Redcliffe flotilla. There is also a Volunteer Marine Rescue group on the island
Cycleways
A network of bicycle tracks extend from the calm side of Pumicestone Passage to Woorim Beach.
Bushwalking, National Parks
Over 80% of the island is national park where there are 350 different species of birds, kangaroos, emus and dingoes. 4WD is allowed provided you buy a permit. The island itself is 34kms in length and 8kms wide stretching along the northern end of Moreton Bay with seemingly endless stretches of white sandy beaches. Bushwalking tracks are abundant through various types of vegetation such as eucalypt forests, melaleuca swamp and heath. So there’s plenty of opportunity for bush bashing.
Dogs
Five on-leash areas and two off-leash areas on the island, plus two on-leash at Sandstone Point
Shopping
The main shopping centre is at Bellara, immediately after you cross the bridge from the mainland. This houses a Woolworths as well as other stores. A reasonable shopping centre is also located at Bongaree and at Banksia Beach with a new IGA Supermarket. There are also many local arts and crafts shops and Farmers markets monthly. Dining
There are numerous restaurants on Bribie and the local pubs and clubs offer meals too. A lot specialise in seafood since this comes directly from the trawlers. Bongaree, on the calm side of the island, has become a hub for restaurants and cafes, many having outdoor tables.
Things to Do
The weather and the natural beauty of the island tend to mean most of the activity is outdoors, fishing and boating especially. Bribie is an absolute haven for anglers. Sailing and scuba diving are popular and there is a large marina and many boat ramps. Many of the island’s facilities are set up for retirees, such as a sports centre with tennis and croquet facilities, the Aquatic Leisure Complex with heated and hydrotherapy pools and the Recreation Centre with indoor bowls and tennis. Churches represented include Anglican, Baptist, Church of Christ, Community Church and Uniting. Clubs include an RSL, two golf clubs, three bowling clubs, a bridge club, croquet club, garden club, handcraft club, orchid society, Rotary, Quilters Club, Lions Club, Lioness Club and Woodcrafters Association. There is a local cinema and a library. Banksia Beach also has a large community arts centre.
Population
In the 2006 Census Bribie Island’s population reached 15,595, 5% up on 2001. With the canal estate developments and other new housing attracting the commuting and family holidaying segments.
Accessibility
Brisbane to Bribie Island is 65kms, a travelling time of approximately 1 ¼ hours.
Climate
The mean daily maximum in January is 26.8°C and in July 18.8°C. The mean daily minimum in January is 21.9°C and in July is 13.2°C. The mean rainfall per annum is 1,567mm and the mean number of clear days is 114 pa
More About Bribie
 The article below comes directly from a booklet that our office uses exclusively for new people moving to the island to live or visitors. We have used only some of the information from this very informative booklet called "bribie...something different". Designed by Sandi Smith a local on Bribie, this little booklet tells you everything you need to know about Island Life. If you would like to order your own copy and learn more about Bribie Island Lifestyle, please do so at: www.tourismbribie.com.au.
Welcome to Bribie Island"..........................Something Different" 
Bribie Island is only just under an hour away from Queensland's capital city of Brisbane. Bathed in sunshine for most of the year due to to the sub-tropical climate, Bribie Island is the perfect holiday escape for those wanting "something different". The island is 35klms long and approx 7 klms wide with five small townships close to the southern tip. 80 percent of Bribie is a protected flora and fauna Reserve, with the Pumicestone passage a Marine Reserve. There are plenty of bush camping sites accessible by boat or 4WD. Bribie Island is connected to the mainland by bridge acorss the beautiful Pumicestone Passage.
Bribie Island is home to an amazing array of wildlife- dolphins, dugongs and turtles are frequently seen cruising the waters around the island. Birds abound, many roosting in trees along the foreshore or feasting along the shoreline of the Pumicestone Passage. Kakadu Bird Sanctuary at Banksia Beach is a significant migratory bird resting site and can be viewed from the bird hide on the foreshore which won a Prime Ministerial award for Conservation and Tourism in 2000. Buckley's Hole is another major bird resting area with views across Moreton Bay.
You will find a wide selection of Clubs, Hotels, Cafes and Resturants as well as historical sites and cultural landmarks - visit the World War Two Bunkers that protected Brisbane. View the Ian Fairweather Park, the site which was the shanty home of this famous artist. Visit the community Arts Centre at Banksia Beach seeing the local and Professional artworks, displays and handicrafts. Wander the walking tracks that follow the foreshore and link our townships. Hire a bike and explore -try going up the beach at low tide.
Stay at one of the many accommodation choices - from basic cabins to four star apartments all close to the beach. Bring your golf clubs and have a social game at one of our fantastic facilities - meet our resident kangaroos and other local wildlife.
Families have enjoyed Bribie for over 100 years, travelling by boat from Brisbane. Today Bribie has everything you need for a wonderful holiday. A safe patrolled surf beach skirting Moreton Bay and the Coral Sea which stretches for over 30 klms. Bring your fishing rod to catch the fish of the day. Delight in watching soldier crabs scuttling along the sand at low tide. Dolphin spot from the beaches of the jetty.
Shopping is easy at either the Bongaree Village which has many small shops and resturants. Or try the Bellara/Bongaree Shopping Town with Target, Woolworths and other small shops and eateries.
Bribie Island is the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. the relaxed lifestyle, the friendly locals, amazing wildlife, clean sandy beaches and of course the "Bribie Welcome" as you drive over the bridge.
We love our island and want to share with you the wonders Bribie has to offer.
To Find out What is on Bribie simply go to: http://www.tourismbribie.com.au/
2009 Official Guide of Bribie Island Tourism 2009
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