Budget and Operational Plan 2024-25

• Introduction(PDF, 952KB)
• Statement of income and expenditure(PDF, 371KB)
• Statement of financial position(PDF, 336KB)
• Statement of cash flows(PDF, 317KB)
• Statement of changes in equity(PDF, 181KB)
• Measures of financial sustainability(PDF, 701KB)
• Additional budget legislative disclosures(PDF, 189KB)
• Budget by strategic and corporate pillars(PDF, 324KB)
• Revenue policy(PDF, 919KB)
• Revenue statement(PDF, 8MB)
• Benefitted area maps(PDF, 1MB)

• View the Operational plan 2024-25(PDF, 11MB)

You can also check out our online tool. It is an interactive platform that illustrates our Operational Plan including the actions we plan to deliver over the next year and the measures we will use to monitor the performance of our key services.

Operational Plan online tool

The 2024-25 Budget is dedicated to enhancing accessibility in community spaces, supporting our engaged, inclusive and diverse communities.

Councillor Brooke Savige, Division 1, said this year’s budget is about improving the division’s great spaces and amenities and ensuring they are able to be enjoyed by everyone.

“We are committed to creating parks and recreation areas that are inclusive and accessible for everyone,” she said.

“As we grow, we are focused on preserving the lifestyle of Moreton Bay and investing in projects and facilities that all residents, regardless of ability, can enjoy and use to stay active.”

Key projects for Division 1

• Construction of accessible beach amenities facility at Woorim Beach. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Construction of disability compliant modular unisex changerooms and amenities at the Bribie Island Sports Complex.
• Park upgrades at Cosmos Park at Banksia Beach, including pickleball and basketball courts.
• Renewal of the playground at Way Street Park, Meldale.
• Construction of 260m pathway at Edith Street, Donnybrook.
• Installation of fitness equipment and BBQ shelter at Treefrog Street, Ningi.
• Construction of new public amenities at Solander Esplanade, Banksia Beach. Find out more about this project's funding.

The 2024-25 Budget includes projects that improve and revitalise community facilities for the enjoyment of our residents.

Councillor Mark Booth, Division 2, said a key budget focus for the 2024-25 financial year is investing in infrastructure that continues to cater to community’s needs.

“We are committed to providing high quality community infrastructure and amenities that meet the diverse needs of our residents,” he said.

“From new courts and bike trails at Burpengary to community hall upgrades at Narangba, this budget is focused on creating vibrant, active and safe spaces for everyone to enjoy.”

Key projects for Division 2

• Construction of an urban play space, including a basketball court, at Burpengary Sports Complex.
• Construction of mountain bike trail course within the Moreton Bay Central Sports Complex, Burpengary.
• Design for 1.4 kilometre pathway along Beachmere Road, Caboolture.
• Construction and installation of an air conditioning system at Beachmere Community Hall.
• Construction and installation of air conditioning and solar power systems at Narangba Community Hall.
• Installation of carpark lighting at Burpengary Community Hall and Burpengary Jets to improve safety for hall and rugby league clubhouse users.
• Installation of a second half court to double the court size at Symphony Crescent, Burpengary.

The 2024-25 Budget is set to deliver projects that help build healthier, more liveable and connected communities.

Councillor Adam Hain, Division 3, underscores the importance of investing in initiatives that positively impact community health and wellbeing.

“We are working with all levels of government to deliver significant projects that benefit our communities and connect our vibrant places through increased active travel options like walking and cycling,” he said.

“From improving pathways and active transport to enhancing recreation spaces, this budget invests in our residents’ quality of life and ensures a brighter future for the city.”

Key projects for Division 3

• Design of Centenary Lakes Regional Playground including a zero-depth splash park with completion by 2027, a SEQ City Deal Liveability Fund project and part of the Investing in Our Communities Program. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Design for Centenary Lakes Active Transport Corridor at Caboolture. The Centenary Lakes Activation project will deliver safer and more appealing active travel routes along Esme Avenue and Elliott Street with completion by 2027. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Construction of a new pathway along Pumicestone Road, Caboolture.
• Construction of a new pathway along King Street, between Wirraway Street and George Street, Caboolture.
• Upgrade to intersection located at William Berry Drive and Dickson Street, Morayfield to improve pedestrian connectivity, improve intersection capacity and increase safety for all road users. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Completion of the skate park renewal at Sheep Station Creek Park.

The 2024-25 Budget includes key projects aimed at enhancing connectivity and improving ease of movement for residents.

Councillor Jodie Shipway, Division 4, said this year’s budget highlights the importance of inclusive, well-planned places.

“Ensuring smoother and safer journeys for our local community and making it easier for residents to get around is a top priority,” she said.

“By upgrading local roads, providing key footpath connections, and enhancing active transport infrastructure, we aim to improve connectivity, reduce congestion, and enhance the overall liveability for our community.”

Key projects for Division 4

• Completion of the Lamington Road and Anzac Avenue connection at Mango Hill ring road.
• Construction of a shared pathway along Henry Road from Dohles Rocks Road to Griffin Sports Complex.
• Construction starting on a pedestrian ramp at Capestone Lake, to be completed over the next two financial years.
• Renewal and upgrade of the Aurora Boulevard Skate Park. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Construction of public amenities at Peppercorn Street Park, Griffin.
• Planning and design work to commence on drainage upgrades in Mango Hill Village.
• Project planning to commence on upgrading major culverts on Dohles Rocks Road which will allow future footpath connections to be constructed.

The 2024-25 Budget puts our communities first, delivering value for money by investing in parks and community facilities.

Councillor Sandra Ruck, Division 5, highlights the importance of these improvements for the community.

“Our parks and green spaces are vital to the wellbeing of our residents and we need to ensure that our community has access to modern, safe, and enjoyable outdoor spaces,” she said.

“Vital upgrades like those at Boama Park will create vibrant and accessible spaces that encourage active lifestyles, improving wellbeing and social connection.”

Key projects for Division 5

• Construction to start on a softball clubhouse at Talobilla Park, to be completed over the next two financial years.
• Upgrades to Boama Park, Deception Bay including new play facilities, fitness equipment and public amenities. Find out about this project's funding.
• Construction of a pump track at the Deception Bay Sports Complex.
• Installation of pathway lighting along Deception Bay Road, at Deception Bay Scenic Reserve.
• Streetscape improvements along Captain Cook Parade, Deception Bay
• Installation of a half-court basketball and netball combination and a synthetic cricket pitch at Newport Park and upgrade improvements to both Roma Park and Owens Park, Scarborough.
• Stormwater infrastructure improvements to Vista Court, Newport and Adams Street and Bunton Streets, Scarborough.

The 2024-25 Budget tackles the challenges of a growing city and invests in community and infrastructure.

Councillor Karl Winchester, Division 6, said investing in crucial infrastructure is crucial for enhancing community wellbeing and liveability.

“This financial year marks the completion of the new Peninsula Support Hub, which will provide vital support to our community’s most vulnerable,” he said.

“We’re also full steam ahead with essential infrastructure and services that make Moreton Bay an even better place to live. By providing accessible and affordable cultural, community, and recreational opportunities, we are supporting active lifestyles and enhancing liveability for all.”

Key projects for Division 6

• Completion of the new Peninsula Support Hub at Redcliffe. Find out more about this project's funding. 
• Suttons Beach Pavilion to progress design and construction work with completion due in 2027. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Air conditioning upgrades and new fit-out at the Sutton Centre, Redcliffe to house Mousetrap Theatre.
• Construction of a much-needed new roof over the Redcliffe Leagues Netball Club, extending the life of the clubhouse at Clontarf.
• Renewal, repair and preservation works on the Old Fire Station heritage building at Redcliffe.
• Installation of a new accessible Liberty Swing at Pelican Park, Clontarf
• Upgrades to the public amenities at the Redcliffe CBD.

The 2024-25 Budget focuses on delivering valued everyday services and enhances liveability for all residents.

Councillor Yvonne Barlow, Division 7, is dedicated to ensuring the community has the support and facilities needed to thrive.

“Our goal is to provide essential services and vibrant public spaces that make our division a wonderful place to live, work and play,” she said.

“By investing in our parks, roads and community facilities, as well as revitalising public spaces, we are building a brighter future for our communities.”

Key projects for Division 7

• Continued works on the Old Gympie Road Corridor Program, enhancing connectivity and safety for all road users.
• Installation of fitness equipment at four parks in Kallangur, Murrumba Downs, and Dakabin.
• Construction of an additional dog off-leash area at Yarrabee Park, Kallangur.
• Lighting of selected street trees along Anzac Avenue, Kallangur.
• Installation of a barbeque area and shelter at Carramar Reserve, Dakabin.
• Park upgrades to Keith Houghton Park, Murrumba Downs.
• Construction of a scooter track for young children at Blatchford Reserve, Murrumba Downs.

The 2024-25 Budget plans for the bright future of Moreton Bay and ensures essential infrastructure receives continued investment as the city grows.

Councillor Jim Moloney, Division 8, said this budget highlights the importance of catering for growth and investing in vital road infrastructure.

“This year’s $277 million capital works program will deliver on all fronts, with a strong focus on major corridors, including the commencement of construction on Youngs Crossing Road,” he said.

“This will ensure our communities thrive while catering for the needs of our growing population. From improved roads and intersections to new recreational spaces and facilities, this budget is designed to future-proof Moreton Bay while enhancing liveability for our current residents.”

Key projects for Division 8 include:

• Construction expected to start on the Youngs Crossing Road Corridor Program, improving a critical infrastructure link for the city. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Design of new netball clubhouse at Les Hughes Sports Complex with construction to be completed over the next two financial years. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Construction of the new Bray Park District Park recreation space including playground, shelters, BBQs and amenities.
• Drainage works at Viscount Street, Chivalry Street, Grenadier Street, Sovereign Avenue and Leone Street, Bray Park. Find out more about this project's funding. 
• Construction to start on the intersection of Sparkes Road and Ellis Street, Lawnton, to be completed over the next two financial years.
• Landscaping and park upgrades to the Lakes Precinct at The Mill, Petrie with completion by 2027, a SEQ City Deal Liveability Fund project. Find out more about this project's funding.

The 2024-25 Budget focuses on improving safety, protecting the environment and enhancing the overall lifestyle of Moreton Bay residents.

Councillor Cath Tonks, Division 9, said this budget is all about delivering for our community.

“This financial year, we’re committed to supporting our communities, improving safety, investing in vital connections and safeguarding our natural environment,” she said.

“Our focus is on creating a safer, greener, and more enjoyable place for all our residents to live, work and play.”

Key projects for Division 9

• Construction of a new pathway along a 950 metre section of Drapers Road, Eatons Hill including a new pedestrian refuge crossing to improve pedestrian safety. Find out more about this project's funding. 
• Construction of three dog off leash areas in Brendale, Warner and Albany Creek.
• Renewal of the playground at Silverash Court Park, Warner.
• Construction of a 280 metre missing link pathway along South Pine Road, Brendale.
• Construction of a shared pathway along Albany Creek Road and alongside South Pine River, Albany Creek.
• Installation of fitness equipment at Greenview Park, Albany Creek. 
• Rehabilitation and revegetation at Richards Park, Clear Mountain.

The 2024-25 Budget delivers value-for-money for our communities now and for the future, investing in projects that will enrich how we live, work, and play.

Councillor Matt Constance, Division 10, said Council carefully considers every dollar when delivering its annual budget, investing in essential infrastructure, and ensuring a high standard of service delivery for our growing city.

“This financial year sees the delivery of crucial upgrades aimed at improving safety and wellbeing, such as the active transport project at Everton Hills and safety improvements at Bunya,” he said.

“This is a budget that focuses on more liveable and connected communities.”

Key projects for Division 10

• Stage 2 active transport improvements at Cabbage Tree Creek, along Collins Road, Everton Hills. Find out more about this project's funding.
• Safety upgrades and construction of drop off/shared zone at James Drysdale Reserve, Bunya.
• Upgrades to car park lighting and construction of overflow car park at James Drysdale Reserve, Bunya.
• Playground improvements at Leslie Patrick Park, Arana Hills.
• Construction of pathways at Buckland Road and Timms Road, Everton Hills.
• Construction of an outdoor performance stage at George Willmore Park, Ferny Hills.
• Upgrade to intersection at Ferny Way and Gordon Road, Ferny Hills to increase capacity at intersection and improve safety for all road users. Find out more about this project's funding.

The 2024-25 Budget includes significant investment in roads, parks and sports facilities to support active and healthy lifestyles.

Councillor Darren Grimwade, Division 11, said the numerous upgrades planned for the division will ensure better liveability and improved spaces for everyone to enjoy.

“Projects like the new Village Green, the skate park renewal and upgrades to Harris Avenue Sports Complex will significantly enhance our community’s facilities and infrastructure, ensuring our community continues to thrive,” he said.

“By investing in these improvements, we are creating vibrant spaces where all residents can come together, stay active and enjoy the excellent amenities.”

Key projects for Division 11

• Construction of a new Village Green space at Samford Parklands.
• Rehabilitation of the Goat Track at Highvale due to land slip from weather event in Feb 2022. Find out more about this project's funding.
• A new skate park at Roderick A Cruice Park, Dayboro.
• Upgraded lighting to two soccer fields at Harris Avenue Sports Complex, Narangba.
• Upgraded lighting to the baseball field and construction of footpaths at Harris Avenue Sports Complex, Narangba. Find out more about this project's funding. 
• Design of an exciting new civic space at Dayboro District Park.
• Rehabilitation of 2.7 kilometre of road along Oakey Flat Road, Narangba. Find out more about this project's funding.

The 2024-25 Budget focuses on balancing growth while preserving the much-loved lifestyle and natural environment of Moreton Bay.

Councillor Tony Latter, Division 12, said this budget reflects our commitment to progressing current projects while planning for future community needs.

“It's vital that we consistently move forward with necessary projects in every part of our city, addressing the unique needs of each area,” he said.

“My focus also remains on advocating for state and federal funding so we can fast-track infrastructure projects that contribute to a vibrant, sustainable future for Division 12.”

Key projects for Division 12

• Park upgrades including Crowe Road Park, Morayfield, and Rangeview Park, Wamuran.
• Construction of a bike pump track at Tilney Road Park, Woodford.
• New pathways including along and Caboolture River Road, Upper Caboolture and planning works for a pathway at Timbergrove Road, Elimbah.
• Road rehabilitation including Rowley Road, Burpengary and joint-funded projects at Belle Air Drive, Parkwood Place and Riverwood Drive, Bellmere to improve flood immunity and safety. Find out more about these projects' funding.
• Wetland construction at Beech Drive Park, Morayfield to improve water quality at Sheep Station Creek and receiving waters of the Caboolture River.
• Irrigation system renewal at Petersen Road Sports Complex, Morayfield, works to be completed over the next two financial years.
• Design for new picnic facilities at CREEC, Burpengary.

Some divisional key projects are partly funded through state and federal government programs and projects.

SEQ City Deal Liveability Fund project

With contributions from state and federal governments. Subject to funding approvals. Projects include:

• Division 1: Construction of accessible beach amenities facility at Woorim Beach. 
• Division 3: Design of Centenary Lakes Regional Playground including a zero-depth splash park and design for Centenary Lakes Active Transport Corridor at Caboolture.
• Division 7: Sutton's Beach Pavilion design and construction work.
• Division 8: Landscaping and park upgrades to the Lakes Precinct at The Mill, Petrie.

Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program

Projects with contribution from this Federal Government program:

• Division 1: Construction of new public amenities at Solander Esplanade, Banksia Beach.
• Division 3: Upgrade to intersection at William Berry Drive and Dickson Street, Morayfield.
• Division 4: Renewal and upgrade of Aurora Boulevard Skate Park.
• Division 5: Upgrade to Boama Park, Deception Bay.
• Division 9: Constructing a section of pathway along Drapers Road, Eatons Hill.
• Division 10: Upgrade to intersection at Ferny Way and Gordon Road, Ferny Hills.
• Division 11: Road rehabilitation to part of Oakey Flat Road, Narangba.
• Division 12: Road rehabilitation to Belle Air Drive, Parkwood Place, and Riverwood Drive, Bellmere.

Investing in Our Communities Program

Projects with a co-contribution from the Federal Government's program include:

• Division 3: Design of Centenary Lakes Regional Playground including a zero-depth splash park.
• Division 8: Construction on Youngs Crossing Road Corridor Program.

South East Queensland Community Stimulus Program

The following projects are to be delivered as part of the State Government's program:

• Division 6: Completion of the new Peninsula Support Hub at Redcliffe.
• Division 10: Stage 2 active transport improvements at Cabbage Tree Creek, Everton Hills.

Queensland Disaster Resilience Fund

The following project will be delivered with a contribution from the State Government's fund:

• Division 8: Drainage works at Viscount Street, Chivalry Street, Grenadier Street, Sovereign Avenue and Leone Street, Bray Park. 

Queensland Reconstruction Authority

The following project has received a contribution from the State Government authority:

• Division 11: Rehabilitation of the Goat Track at Highvale.

Joint contributions

The following project has received contributions from both the federal and state governments:

• Division 8: Youngs Crossing Road Corridor Program.

In March 2024 new property valuations were issued by the State Government for City of Moreton Bay. While the average rise was 36%, the distribution between suburbs and property types was very diverse with property increases ranging from below 20% to in excess of 100%.

The diversity in the property valuation increases has resulted in a large variation in the rate rises residents will see. To try and moderate the impact of significant rises in property values, we have decreased the rate in the dollar applied across all rating categories to help offset the impact of the increases in property values and maintained rates capping for residential properties at 9%.

In addition, Council has delivered a one-off $50 financial relief rates concession for eligible owner-occupied households which will be applied to rate notices in July. This rebate is being fully funded through the sale of Australian Carbon Credit Units generated from the capture of methane gas at our landfill sites.

The financial relief rates concession will apply to residents in the following categories:

• Single Residential Owner Occupied/Single Household - R1
• Units Owner Occupied - U1O, U2O, U3O, U4O, U5O and U6O
• Retirement Villages - RV1

The concession will be automatically applied. No application will be necessary.

Note the concession will not be applied:

• pro-rata to properties moving into these categories post 1 July 2024.
• to non owner-occupied residential houses or units.
• to individual units/flats on a lot where there are multiple residences managed under a Body Corporate.  This is because owners are not individually rated and may not be owner-occupied.  Only one rate notice is issued to the Body Corporate. 
• to individual dwellings within a retirement village that does not operate under a community title scheme. This is because owners are not individually rated and may not be owner-occupied.  There is only one rate notice issued to the Retirement Village Operator.

The average total rate rise, inclusive of the financial relief rates concession and all utilities and special charges, for an owner-occupied residential property is $70.21 per annum or $1.35 per week.

In addition, the new garden organics service will be introduced in December. This service will cost $39.08 for 2024/25 and will appear on the April rates notice.

City of Moreton Bay remains one of the lowest rating councils in SEQ.

The rate increase is essential to safeguarding the future of Moreton Bay, ensuring sustainable growth, and preserving the lifestyle enjoyed by our residents.

• About our 2024-25 budget(PDF, 976KB)
• Understanding your rates information sheet(PDF, 1MB)

• Record budget and Queensland-first rates concession for owner-occupier