Shorncliffe

Shorncliffe is one of Brisbane’s hidden gems. Situated on the bay, it enjoys glorious vistas to Moreton and Stradbroke Islands and across to the mouth of the Brisbane River, the airport and city.

With a sleepy coastal town ambience, Shorncliffe’s unique environs can soon leave you feeling rested and rejuvenated. Families enjoy the numerous picnic and BBQ areas in Upper and Lower Moora Park and on the shady banks of Cabbage Tree Creek, while Shorncliffe Pier and Baxters Jetty are popular spots for those who want to try their luck with a fishing line.

Shorncliffe is a perfect location for anyone who enjoys being outdoors or keeping fit with an excellent network of walkways and bikeways. And for golf enthusiasts, the Sandgate Golf Club is located in Shorncliffe opposite the iconic Queensland Cruising Yacht Club and Sandgate Yacht Club.

Shorncliffe and the surrounding suburbs host some popular annual events including Music by the Sea, The Einbunpin Festival and the Bluewater Festival, which celebrates the start of the Brisbane to Gladstone yacht race every Easter.

Shorncliffe community is serviced by St Patricks College – Years 5 to 12 a Catholic Boys School under the Edmund Rice Education and a highly respected Shorncliffe State Primary School.

The surrounding suburbs also include ample number of early childcare centres, pre-schools, primary, secondary and further education. All levels of education in the area are extremely well catered for with many of the institutions falling into the “highly sought after” category. Some of the schools offer unique classes specifically designed to cater for your child’s needs. With over 40% of the local population being families, the educational facilities play a big part in the areas progress and will continue to benefit our growing needs.

The nearby Sandgate Shopping Complex along Brighton Road services the retail needs of the community.

For those that love shopping, movies and eateries, you have a number of major shopping centres nearby including Westfield Strathpine and the massive Chermside complex with its fabulous Megaplex movie theatres and restaurants. Westfield Northlakes, home to over 200 stores is also nearby.