Located just under an hour away from the city lights of Brisbane, Caboolture is the perfect middle ground between the concrete jungle and the white sand beaches of the Sunshine Coast. Situated in the Moreton Bay region of Queensland, Caboolture’s diversity in lifestyle and scenic attractions means it has all the charm and character to delight both visitors and residents. The local economy is based on tourism, retirement and the surrounding rural service industries which include mixed farming, timber, cattle and tropical fruit as well as being host to a local hospital.
Demographics
The 2016 census revealed that the town is estimated to be home to 67.5 thousand, with a higher rate in women. The median age of those living here was 35, with a recorded 6.5 thousand families. Widely popular as a place of retirement, the suburb is comprised of 16.2% of pensioners making it a calming retreat.
Transportation
Located roughly 50km from the CBD of Brisbane, it will take travellers 53 minutes to reach the city square via the Bruce Highway. For those wanting to take a journey to the coast, the journey time to Maroochydore is slightly less at 45 minutes. The town has its own railway station which sits on the North coastline and services the area of Moreton Bay as is the terminating point for all services heading to Brisbane. For those wanting to travel further, Caboolture is also served by long-distance Traveltrain services; the Spirit of Queensland, Spirit of the Outback and the Bundaberg and Rockhampton Tilt Trains. Multiple bus services will scatter around the township, extending to the nearby Morayfield railway station.
The School Run
There are several schools in the region which offer primary, secondary, and Catholic education including the Caboolture East State School, Caboolture State High School and the Caboolture Montessori Primary which is both private and independent. For those seeking a religious education, St Michaels, St Peter’s and St Columbans are just some of your choices. Not to forget the little ones, several early learning centres are also within the vicinity of the town.
Retail Therapy
Caboolture square is the suburbs most central retail hub with plenty of stores, parking and dining options available. The square is anchored by a Coles and Kmart and can easily be accessed by public transport. For those wanting a bigger selection of over 150+ specialty retailers, the Morayfield Shopping Centre is only a ten-minute drive along State Route 60. Here, you will find an Event Cinema, mini-golf and bowling course.
Things To Do in Caboolture
Whether you’re a resident or just passing through, Caboolture offers a range of entertainment, natural attractions and markets. If you are the type who loves to have a hit of golf, the two local golf courses are sure to make weekends fun. For the history buff, Caboolture offers multiple museums including the historical village, Abbey museum and Warplane museum. Families can take a stroll at some of the many parks on offer or can enjoy a flight in an old plane. Bribie Island is also a tourist hotspot, with the Sandstone point hotel the perfect venue for a weekend away, or for even just a quiet meal, offering the most spectacular views and sunsets!
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