The rural community of Elimbah has been earmarked to support South East Queensland’s future growth, as the City of Moreton Bay invites residents to share their views on how the 1,500-hectare Elimbah SEQ Development Area should evolve in the coming decades. Locals are being asked what this area means to them, what they value about Elimbah and their aspirations for its future, as planners begin early work on the region’s next growth phase.
The consultation period runs from 3 November to 28 November 2025, giving residents several weeks to provide input while council is still at the early planning stage.
Planning for Elimbah’s Future Growth
The project sits within Queensland’s ShapingSEQ 2023 Regional Plan, which identifies the Elimbah SEQ Development Area for future residential and employment growth. The goal is to build a “well-designed, inclusive and complete community” that balances new neighbourhoods, workplaces, parks and transport improvements while protecting the region’s natural corridors.
Before any development takes place, Council will work with the state through a detailed planning process to ensure essential infrastructure and environmental protections are in place. The community’s feedback will help shape the decisions that guide planning and infrastructure for the area.
Locals Encouraged to Take Part
Residents are encouraged to complete the community survey, which asks what the area means to them, their values and aspirations for Elimbah, and how they want council to consult in future. Locals can also read the project FAQs or arrange a meeting with a planner via yoursay@moretonbay.qld.gov.au.
The City of Moreton Bay states this is the first phase of consultation and that there will be more opportunities for community input as planning continues. Council plans to report back to the community on the results of this consultation and outline the next steps in early 2026.
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Published 6-Nov-2025
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