A $20 million motorsport park is about to be proposed near Caboolture, with plans for a multi-discipline venue capable of hosting local to international events.
Background and Location
Corbet’s Group, a Gympie-based family business, is proposing to develop the Moreton Motorsport Park on a 404-hectare block at Bloesch Road, Beachmere, between Bribie Island Road and Beachmere Road. The land, purchased in May 2023 for $2.6 million, is privately owned by the Corbet family, removing the risk of closure due to rising public land values. The site is located east of Caboolture and south of Bribie Island.
The proposal follows decades without a dedicated speedway in the Caboolture area since the Moodlu dirt track closed in the 1980s.
Project Details and Facilities
If approved, the venue would accommodate up to 10,000 spectators and feature a speedway circuit, motocross track, BMX-style track, driver training area, and facilities for various motorsport disciplines, including sprint cars, dirt track, solos, dirt karts, super sedans, and modified vehicles.
Corbet’s Group intends to privately finance the project, estimated at $20 million, with the aim of catering to both entry-level participants and international professionals. Preliminary designs have been developed, but the layout and track specifications will be refined through consultation with the motorsport community.
Addressing Facility Shortages
The developers have highlighted a shortage of motorsport facilities in South-East Queensland following the closure of tracks such as Archerfield Speedway, Acacia Ridge Speedway, Coolum Pines MX, Parklands MX, Motoland, and North Brisbane Junior Motorcycle Club.
Industry figures indicate there are more than 1,400 Speedway Australia-registered and nearly 2,300 Motorcycling Australia-registered participants in the region who lack convenient access to accredited facilities. The proposal also aims to address safety issues caused by illegal riding in forests and dangerous on-road behaviour.
Economic Impact and Development Timeline
Consultants estimate the facility could deliver $13 million annually to the local economy, excluding larger one-off events, with around 109 full-time jobs created during construction and 42 ongoing positions once operational.
The timeline for the project depends on the approval process, which is expected to take two to three years. Noise testing, flood assessments, and ecological studies are underway to ensure compliance and minimise environmental impacts.
Community Feedback
Public response has been largely supportive, with many citing tourism benefits, improved opportunities for young drivers, and reduced travel distances for competitors. Suggestions from the community include adding a state-of-the-art go-kart track and ensuring the site is far enough from residential areas to minimise noise complaints.
Some concerns have been raised about potential future objections from nearby residents once the venue is operating, as well as the environmental footprint.
Next Steps
No development application has yet been lodged. Corbet’s Group is seeking community input via the Moreton Motorsport Park Facebook page before finalising the design. The group’s stated goal is to create a long-term home for Queensland motorsport that meets community needs while supporting the local economy.
Published 11-Aug-2025
Photo Credit: Moreton Motorsport Park/Facebook
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