$50-M Country Club Hotel Takes Shape In Strathpine

Construction is advancing on the $50 million Country Club Hotel in Strathpine, with the main structures taking shape and recreation, fitness and food tenants secured ahead of an estimated early 2027 opening.



The five-hectare development at 90 Gympie Road has reached a visible stage of construction, with the frameworks and roofs of its main buildings now in place.

Work on the car park and entrance is also being finalised. About 1000 piers support the car park as work continues across the site.

Country Club Hotel Tenants Confirmed

Area 51 was among the first operators secured for the complex and is planning a 6000sqm indoor play centre.

Its proposed facilities include climbing walls, a trampoline park, a high ropes course and a ninja park. Earlier project plans also list multi-storey playgrounds, large inflatables, slides and sports courts.

Area 51 already operates a centre at Underwood that hosts activities for children and adults, including birthday parties and school excursions.

Fitness Cartel has also been confirmed for the Strathpine development after recently opening centres at Morayfield and Kippa-Ring.

Guzman y Gomez will be located within the adjoining food precinct. Further tenants are expected to be announced as construction continues, while additional leasing spaces remain available.

Comiskey Group
Photo Credit: Comiskey

Sport And Hospitality Facilities Planned

The Country Club Hotel is planned as a venue for both recreational activities and watching sport.

The proposed entertainment facilities include an arcade room, eight bowling lanes, two pickleball courts, two virtual baseball simulators, four karaoke rooms and two half-sized basketball courts.

Plans for the hotel also include indoor and outdoor dining areas, several bars and an outdoor beer garden stage for regular live music.

An American-style sports bar is expected to screen sporting events on a large high-definition display. A steakhouse and barbecue pit are also included in the plans.

Country Club Hotel
Photo Credit: Comiskey

Name Retains A Strathpine Connection

The development takes its name from an earlier Country Club Hotel built in Strathpine during the late 1950s.

The former hotel operated as a pub and wedding venue before being demolished about 15 to 20 years ago.

The name also connects the development with the Comiskey family’s earlier sporting facilities in the suburb. Paul Comiskey opened a Strathpine squash centre with a gym and indoor cricket facility in 1974.

That complex was expanded in 1988 to include what the group describes as Australia’s first indoor skate park.

Paul Comiskey’s sons, Rob and David, grew up near Strathpine. David Comiskey’s first job was at the liquor barn of the former Country Club Hotel.

Leasing inquiries for the new development can be directed to Michael Manis at leasing@comiskey.com.au.

Updated 6-September-2026

Linkfield Road Overpass Duplication Moves Closer as EOI Open for $176-M Upgrade

A key step has been reached in a long-awaited road safety project, with expressions of interest now open for the duplication of the Linkfield Road overpass across Gympie Road, near Brendale.


Read: Community Parks in Albany Creek and Brendale Get Major Upgrades


The overpass will be widened to four lanes and rebuilt with a six-metre height clearance, up from the existing 4.7 metres. The change targets a known safety problem that has caused repeated disruptions along one of northern Brisbane’s most heavily used arterial roads.

Linkfield Road
Photo credit: TMR

Funded jointly to the tune of $176 million, with $125.5 million from federal and $50.5 million from the state, the project represents one of the most significant road investments in the region in recent years.

Expressions of interest for the overpass duplication have been combined with those for the nearby Beams Road and Gympie Road intersection upgrade into a single procurement process. Authorities say the combined approach will improve coordination, provide greater certainty for industry, and keep traffic moving throughout construction.

Linkfield Road
Photo credit: TMR

Bridge strikes have been a recurring problem at the Linkfield Road overpass, with trucks clipping the structure on multiple occasions in recent years and causing delays while safety inspections were carried out. 

Lifting the clearance to six metres is expected to substantially reduce that risk. Transport authorities have described the location as a major arterial road, and the upgrade is expected to benefit both everyday commuters and freight operators moving goods through the broader South East Queensland network.


Read: Construction Commences on $92M Brendale Adventure Home HQ


The EOI process is a standard early stage in procurement, allowing suitably qualified contractors to register their interest before a formal tender is issued. No construction start date has been confirmed. 

Further updates are expected as the process moves forward, and project information is available through the Transport and Main Roads website.

Published 24-March-2026

University Study Hub Launches in Strathpine

A new University Study Hub has opened in Strathpine, providing local students with dedicated learning facilities and support services closer to home.



Suburban Education Access Expands in Strathpine

Strathpine is now home to Queensland’s first Suburban University Study Hub, part of a national initiative designed to increase tertiary education access for students in outer metropolitan areas.

Located on Gympie Road, the hub supports students enrolled in university or TAFE by offering a study environment within their local community. The project is one of 15 new hubs opening in 2025 across 17 outer metro locations.

Addressing the Participation Gap

National data shows that while nearly half of Australians aged in their 20s and 30s hold a university degree, outer suburbs like Strathpine have significantly lower participation—around 15 per cent. The new hub aims to help bridge this gap by removing practical barriers to study.

The hub provides workstations, quiet rooms, meeting areas with video conferencing, high-speed internet, and academic support services including tutoring and mentoring. Staffed access is available from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays, with extended unstaffed access from 6 a.m. to midnight daily.

Strathpine University Study Hub
Photo Credit: JasonClarkeMP/Facebook

First Local Student Registers

The first student to register, a Bachelor of Science candidate named Robert, shared that the facility offers a safe and supportive study space for those without access to reliable equipment or quiet areas at home. He highlighted the benefit of being able to study locally without needing to commute.

First student of the study hub
Photo Credit: Aus Gov Department of Education/Facebook

National Strategy and Local Impact

The Strathpine hub is part of the Federal Government’s $66.9 million plan to expand University Study Hubs from 34 to 69 sites nationally. The local site is expected to support up to 80 students in its first year and up to 200 within two years.

Operated by The BUSY Group, the same organisation will also establish a second site in Beenleigh later in 2025.

Looking Ahead



With facilities now operational, the Strathpine University Study Hub is positioned to increase participation in tertiary education across Moreton Bay and north Brisbane. The Department of Education continues to monitor outcomes as part of its broader access and equity agenda.

Published 31-May-2025

Elderly Woman Involved in Fatal Strathpine Crash

An elderly Strathpine woman has died following a fatal crash on Gympie Road yesterday afternoon, November 6, 2024.



The crash occurred around 2 PM when a station wagon exited a carpark and struck a tree along Gympie Road, Strathpine. The driver, an 87-year-old Strathpine man, was not physically injured in the collision.

The 80-year-old female passenger suffered leg injuries and was transported to Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, where she later experienced a medical episode and was pronounced deceased.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the incident.



If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP2401913393

Published 7-November-2024

Failed Ram-Raid Leads to Manhunt in Strathpine

Police are currently searching for multiple suspects following a failed ram-raid attempt on a tobacco store in Strathpine which occurred last night. The incident, which took place at Habibi’s Convenience and Tobacco Store on Gympie Road, has left one person injured and a stolen vehicle destroyed.



At approximately 10 PM on July 31, authorities were alerted to a white Nissan Navara dual-cab ute crashing into the bollards at the front of the recently opened shop. According to police reports, three individuals exited the vehicle and proceeded to set it on fire before assaulting a 26-year-old man from Warner who was in the vicinity.

The Queensland Fire Department responded swiftly, extinguishing the blaze by 10:25 PM. Their quick action prevented significant damage to the business, although minor fire and smoke damage was reported.

The Nissan Navara, which exploded into flames during the incident, was confirmed to have been stolen from an address in Booval between July 9 and 11. It was towed from the crime scene at around 11 AM today.

Eyewitness Teneale Wells, a Strathpine resident, described the scene: “As I got closer to it, I saw the engulfed car and a group of people were standing near the coffee shop. Then police arrived, and the fire truck came up behind me and a few minutes later another fire truck came from the other direction.”



The assault victim was transported to Prince Charles Hospital with minor facial injuries.

As of now, the suspects remain at large. Police have established a crime scene and are conducting ongoing investigations. They urge anyone with information related to the failed ram-raid in Strathpine to come forward and contact the authorities.

Published 1-August-2024

Plans Unveiled for Major Childcare Centre and Cafe in Strathpine

Plans have been submitted for a new 115-place childcare centre and adjoining food and drink outlet in Strathpine.


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Counting House Investments Pty Ltd lodged the proposal to develop the properties at 446 Gympie Road and 89-91 Railway Avenue.

The single-storey childcare centre would feature seven childminding rooms cared for by 20 full-time staff. The childcare centre would also have 825 sqm of outdoor play areas. 

Artist’s impression of proposed childcare centre in Strathpine (Photo credit: Raunik Design Group)

Designed by Raunik Design Group, the layout aims to be functional, compliant and meet community needs. The architectural design intends to contribute positively to the streetscape.

Childcare centre
Site plan (Photo credit: Raunik Design Group) 

“The proposed uses have been co-located and are intended to provide a highly accessible child-minding and convenience service that complements the existing ‘centre activities’ and residential uses that exist in the immediate local area,” planners noted in the development application. 

Meanwhile, the attached cafe would provide seating and a pedestrian awning facing Gympie Road.

There would be 15 parking spaces provided, whilst the proposed design places strong emphasis on linking the childcare centre and cafe to pedestrian access ways. 

Clear connections to surrounding footpaths aim to allow safe, permeable movement between Gympie Road, Railway Avenue, the parking area, and the entrance. Planners said an “active frontage” facing Gympie Road provides clear sightlines between the street and the interior space.

Childcare centre
Photo credit: Raunik Design Group

“The Gympie Road frontage has been designed to feature a high-set parapet façade that has been specifically included to give the effect of a second building storey to align with the intent of the Centre zone code (Strathpine centre precinct),” planners stated. 

The properties are strategically located within Strathpine’s centre precinct near other services. The surrounding area features a mix of commercial and light industrial uses, with low-density residential further west. Bray Park train station is 400m north on Railway Avenue.

The development aims to provide an accessible, modern and well-designed childcare and cafe facility to aid the local community.

The site currently holds a single-storey commercial building and parking lot set back on Railway Ave. The adjacent property at 89-91 Railway Avenue stands vacant. The existing structures are slated for demolition to make way for the new childcare centre and cafe. 


Read: Inside Plans For New Starbucks Cafe At Brendale Service Centre


If approved, the childcare centre would be open 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. on weekdays whilst the food and drink outlet would operate seven days a week from 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Published 8-December-2023 

New 8-Storey Residential Development May Soon Rise on Gympie Road

An 84-unit, 8-storey residential complex with ground floor retail tenancies has been proposed for development on Gympie Road in Strathpine.



The proposed development will sit on a block of land located at 250 Gympie Road in Strathpine. The building will contain 84 two-bedroom units at eight stories high with food and drink outlet tenancies and short-term accommodation. 

artist impression New 8-Storey Residential Development on Gympie Road
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regional Council / moretonbay.qld.gov.au

The architectural plans by Design Vibe provide two retail tenancies on the ground floor incorporated with existing and new car parking spaces. Level 2 will have two communal open spaces and a swimming pool whilst some units will be provided with either a private open space or a balcony and a study.

artist impression New 8-Storey Residential Development on Gympie Road
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regional Council / moretonbay.qld.gov.au

“The proposal reflects the prominence of Strathpine as a higher order centre through a mix of land uses and higher density of development. The proposal capitalises on the site’s access to public transport and services, and in turn, contributes to the services offered by the precinct through the inclusion of non-residential uses.”

artist impression New 8-Storey Residential Development on Gympie Road
Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regional Council / moretonbay.qld.gov.au


Site plan
Site plan | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regional Council / moretonbay.qld.gov.au
Ground floor plan
Ground floor plan | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regional Council / moretonbay.qld.gov.au
Level 1 floor plan
Level 1 floor plan | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regional Council / moretonbay.qld.gov.au
Level 2 floor plan
Level 2 floor plan | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regional Council / moretonbay.qld.gov.au
Level 3 floor plan
Level 3 floor plan | Photo Credit: Moreton Bay Regional Council / moretonbay.qld.gov.au

The proposed mixed-use development at a glance:

  • Site Area = 3,210sqm
  • Site Cover Level 1 = 2,342.9sqm
  • Site Cover Typical Floor = 1,364sqm
  • Total Use Area Tenancy 1 = 302.9sqm
  • Total Use Area Tenancy 2 = 96.9sqm
  • Total Beds = 168
  • Number of beds per unit on each level (Levels 2 to 8) = 2
  • Total Units = 84
  • Number of units on each level (Levels 2 to 8) = 12
  • Car Parking = 108
  • Bicycle Parking = 50

Pine Rivers Art Gallery Hosting Free Dinosaurs and Dragons Activity for Kids

The magic of dinosaurs and dragons have always fascinated young children’s imaginations. To parents who’d like to sustain their child’s interest, Pine Rivers Art Gallery on Gympie Road, Strathpine is hosting this FREE fun-filled dinosaurs- and dragons-themed activity for two days this January.

Studies have shown that children who have a keen interest in dinosaurs and dragons develop higher intelligence in their formative years. Unfortunately, researchers also discovered that this obsession for prehistoric and folklore animals slowly diminish by the time the kids start formal school.



To foster this interest, Pine Rivers Art Gallery will be hosting the dinosaurs and dragons activity at these dates and times:

DAYTIME
Monday
13 Jan 2020 
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday
14 Jan 2020
10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Photo Credit: Google Maps

Suitable for four years old and above, the dinosaurs and dragons children’s activity is a self-paced recreation and learning experience. Here, children can colour, construct and create dinosaur and dragon forms and images to spark their imagination and improve their motor skills. 

It’s recommended that parents or carers allow the children to immerse themselves in the activities for a full hour. Usually, however, many families stay longer.

For further inquiries, phone Pine Rivers Art Gallery at (07) 3480 6941. 



Council Approves Strathpine Centre Major Overhaul for 2020

By the end of 2020, Strathpine locals will be able to enjoy an enhanced dining and entertainment hub as the Strathpine Centre in Gympie Road will undergo a major overhaul at the start of the year.

Moreton Bay Council has given the green light to revitalise the shopping centre after its owner, Swordfish Australian Sub TC, submitted a development application in June 2019. After receiving Council approval, the investment group confirmed that construction work will commence in early 2020.  

Strathpine Centre will have several dining areas, a ground floor tavern, an upgraded cinema, a childcare area, and a potential hotel. The design submitted to the Council also includes additional carparks and pedestrian connectivity at the northwest side by Gympie Road and Learmonth Street. 

Photo Credit: Strathpine Centre


The redevelopment will be undertaken in three stages.

  • The first stage will cover the ground floor eateries and retail stores. Strathpine Centre’s casual dining area will be stylised as an “Eat Street” section that will connect to the cinema and the future hotel. 
  • The second stage will consist of the car park upgrade, as well as the construction of an indoor recreational and play area for kids and adults. 
  • The last stage will be the childcare centre’s construction.

Swordfish Australian Sub TC aims to turn the facility into a high-end shopping and leisure precinct on par with the retail hubs in Queensland’s southeast. 

The news comes as the $75 million Super Retail Group office space with 600 employees across the street to Strathpine Centre is almost complete.