Local Pride As Caboolture Talent Reaches Queensland Finals

Two Caboolture singers stood out at the 2025 Urban Queensland Stardust Talent Quest, proudly representing their hometown on one of the region’s biggest country music stages.

Finalists Take The Spotlight

The Urban Stardust Talent Quest took place at the Caboolture Showgrounds on October 4 as part of the Urban Country Music Festival’s return to its original venue after nine years. From more than 50 nominations, 12 talented finalists were selected, including Caboolture’s own Jade Clark and Lenny Boss.

Both artists performed before a live audience and panel of judges, impressing with their stage presence and vocal range. The competition ended with Queensland singer Chloe Swannell announced as the winner.

Pride And Support From Caboolture

Clark wrote online that she was proud to perform alongside other talented artists and described the experience as motivating and unforgettable. She thanked organisers and judges for the opportunity, adding that being part of such a strong lineup pushed her to grow as a performer.

Her message resonated with Caboolture residents who continue to support homegrown talent. The community celebrated both Clark and Boss for representing their town with confidence and heart.

Festival Makes Its Return

The Urban Country Music Festival drew strong crowds during its return to the Caboolture Showgrounds. The program featured headline acts including Beccy Cole, Jake Whittaker, and Sue Ray, alongside the 12 Talent Quest finalists.

Organisers said this year’s contest showcased exceptional skill and passion among regional performers. They noted that the level of talent made judging difficult, reflecting the growing strength of Queensland’s country music scene.

Looking Ahead

Clark and Boss are staying visible in the local music scene. Clark will perform at Buddy Brewing in Burpengary on October 18, sharing her mix of originals and covers.

Their run in the Talent Quest drew attention to the strength of Caboolture’s creative community. It also reminded locals how much talent is growing right in their own backyard.

Published 7-October-2025

Caboolture Man Among Hundreds Caught in Statewide Road Blitz

A Caboolture man caught driving at almost twice the speed limit on the D’Aguilar Highway has become one of the standout cases from Queensland Police’s latest statewide road safety operation.

The 28-year-old was intercepted west of Caboolture after allegedly driving 141 km/h in an 80 zone. He was fined $1,919 for the high-range speeding offence — one of more than 5,600 speeding infringements issued during Operation Xray Spring Break, which wrapped up this week.

Running from 20 September to 10 October, the high-visibility campaign saw police conduct thousands of patrols across Queensland during the busy school holiday travel period and the first week of the new school term.

The operation focused on speeding, drink and drug driving, and other high-risk behaviours, with officers carrying out more than 55,000 roadside breath tests statewide. Of those tested, more than 840 drivers were charged with drink driving offences, and over 570 were charged with drug driving.

Queensland Police Road Policing and Regional Support Command Chief Superintendent Mark Wheeler said the results were a sobering reminder of the risks on the road during peak travel periods. He said school holidays are a peak time for road travel, with thousands of families and holidaymakers on the move across the state. “Tragically, 11 Queenslanders lost their lives on our roads these school holidays. This brings our road toll to 235 lives lost this year — 12 more than the same period last year,” he said.

He added that operations like Xray Spring Break play a key role in keeping the community safe. “We want to make sure everyone can make it home safe, which is why it’s a priority for us to be visible — deterring and detecting dangerous driving, and reminding motorists that every decision on the road matters.”

Chief Superintendent Wheeler also urged drivers to remember that road safety is a shared responsibility. “There’s no excuse for dangerous driving,” he said. “Please drive to the conditions, stay alert and avoid the ‘Fatal Five’ — speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.”

The Queensland Police Service says data shows serious crashes can be greatly reduced when motorists actively avoid those key risk factors.

Published 11-Oct-2025

Street Spotlight: Pumicestone Rd, Caboolture

Once a quiet stretch linking Caboolture’s rural edges, Pumicestone Road has long carried the pulse of a changing community. In the 1980s, locals remember its railway crossing — a simple timber-lined stop where farm trucks waited for cane trains to pass. Back then, paddocks stretched on both sides, and evenings brought the scent of wet grass after summer rain.

Over the decades, as the Moreton Bay region expanded, the road became a key route between new housing estates, farms, and the Bruce Highway.

Today, it hums with commuters, school runs, and semi-trailers heading toward industrial sites. Locals still share warnings online about potholes after heavy rain, proof that Pumicestone’s rural bones remain beneath the bitumen. Yet, in the quiet of dawn, when magpies call and the traffic eases, you can still glimpse the Caboolture that once was — steady, open, and stitched together by roads like this one.

Pumicestone Rd, Caboolture Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 130
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 8 years and 2 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 28%

Pumicestone Rd, Caboolture – As It Looked in 1936

SOME RECENT SALES ON PUMICESTONE RD, CABOOLTURE

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
123 Pumicestone Rd	$1.3 million	28 July 2025
132 Pumicestone Rd	$1.6 million	09 June 2025
114 Pumicestone Rd	$2 million	08 May 2025

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON COTTRILL RD FROM YESTERYEAR

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
373 Pumicestone Rd	$103,000	02 April 1992
97 Pumicestone Rd	$205,000	28 March 2006
365 Pumicestone Rd	$525,000	06 Sept 2018

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The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2024 was $630,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2020 was $378,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2020 : $252,000

The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2024 was $730,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2020 was $410,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2020 : $320,000

The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2024 was $851,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2020 was $568,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2020 : $283,000

The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Caboolture in 2024 was $335,000
The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Caboolture in 2020 was $225,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 2 BEDROOM UNIT IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2020 : $110,000

The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Caboolture in 2024 was $492,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Caboolture in 2020 was $260,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM UNIT IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2020 : $232,000

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Published 30-Sept-2025

World Title Triumph for Caboolture Para-Swimmer “Lucky” Patterson

Caboolture resident Lakeisha “Lucky” Patterson has delivered one of the most emotional performances of her decorated career, claiming the gold title at the World Para Swimming Championships in Singapore from 21-27 September 2025.

The 26-year-old recorded her fastest time in six years to win the women’s 400m freestyle S9 world title for the third time, clocking 4 minutes 39.40 seconds to overtake Croatia’s Emma Mecic from the 200m mark.

Patterson, who competes with left hemiplegic cerebral palsy following a stroke at birth, has been a dominant force in para-swimming since launching her competitive career in 2013. The three-time Paralympian has amassed eight Paralympic medals across three Games, including gold medals at both Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020.

Speaking after the race, the USC Spartans swimmer described the victory as particularly meaningful following a challenging 10-month period that included health issues. She credited her coach Harley Connolly, who is from Bribie Island, for supporting her through difficult times and helping modify her training programme to make it work.

Photo Credit: Instagram / @lucky_patterson99

Patterson, who has trained at pools across the region including Southern Cross, Lawnton and Burpengary before joining USC Spartans, emphasised drawing on her extensive competitive experience to execute her race plan.

The world champion, who also lives with epilepsy and micrographia, was first introduced to Paralympic sport at a Paralympics Australia Talent Search Day in 2012, where she met three-time Paralympian Michael Anderson.

Her latest world title adds to an impressive international career that includes gold medals at the 2015, 2019 and now 2025 World Para Swimming Championships, as well as Commonwealth Games victories in 2018.

The performance represents a triumphant return to form following the Paris 2024 Paralympics, where Patterson claimed silver, and showcases the continued strength of para-swimming talent from the Moreton Bay region.

Published 26-September-2025

$8.5m Football Precinct Upgrade Completed in Caboolture

Caboolture has marked the completion of an $8.5 million upgrade at the Moreton Bay Sports Complex in Burpengary, delivering new soccer fields and expanded facilities for the region’s growing football community.

Project Completion and Features

The $8.5 million redevelopment of the Moreton Bay Sports Complex was officially celebrated with a ribbon-cutting on Saturday, 20 September 2025. The upgrade delivered three full-size natural turf soccer fields, modern lighting, improved irrigation and drainage systems, and expanded car parking.

The project was jointly funded, with $5 million contributed by the City of Moreton Bay and $3.5 million from the Federal Government through the Investing in Our Communities program. It follows an earlier $11 million stage of upgrades, completed in 2019, which first established the soccer precinct.

Burpengary sports — *Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay*

Growth of Caboolture Sports FC

Caboolture Sports FC, based at the Burpengary complex, has seen its membership numbers rise sharply since relocating in 2019. Player registrations increased from 525 in 2018 to more than 1,200 across 111 teams in 2025. Another source notes the club now supports about 1,250 players.

The strong demand has led the club to employ four full-time staff to oversee operations and deliver programs across a wide age range, from Miniroos through to over-45s teams.

Caboolture sports complex — *Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay*

Recognition and Community Impact

The venue has been recognised by FIFA as one of Queensland’s leading football facilities. During the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the Brazilian national team used the precinct for training.

The site sits alongside elite facilities for swimming, AFL and mountain biking. It has already been linked to top-level athletes including Olympic swimmer Kaylee McKeown and has previously hosted Brisbane Lions training sessions.

Large crowds of local families attended the September 2025 opening, highlighting the strong community backing for football in the region.

Looking Ahead

The expanded precinct is expected to boost grassroots participation and provide pathways for future players. With the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games approaching, the upgraded complex is also seen as a potential base for international training camps.

Published 20-Sep-2025

Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/Facebook

Caboolture Women Secure FQPL1 Grand Final Win

Caboolture Sports Football Club’s women’s team have made history by winning the FQPL1 Grand Final after a penalty shootout victory over Olympic FC.

Breakthrough Season for Caboolture

Caboolture Sports Football Club’s women’s side capped off their first season in the Football Queensland Premier League 1 (FQPL1) with a championship title. On Saturday, 13 September, they defeated Olympic FC in the Grand Final, prevailing 4–2 on penalties after a 1–1 draw.

Caboolture Sports FC — *Photo Credit: Football Queensland/Facebook*

Double Trophy Success

The triumph followed their earlier Kappa Pro Series win on 16 August, also against Olympic FC, which was decided through a penalty shootout at Imperial Corp Stadium. In their debut year at this level, Caboolture finished just one point short of promotion, but collected two major trophies.

Key Moments In The Final

Caboolture advanced to the Grand Final after a 3–0 semi-final win over Capalaba. In the decider, the opening stages saw early chances created by Cally Togiai and Stephanie Latham. Latham eventually put Caboolture ahead in the 63rd minute with a long-range strike, before Olympic equalised in the 79th minute. With the game level after extra time, the outcome was decided by penalties. Latham, Stef Mayhew, Togiai and Jaden Jeter converted from the spot, while goalkeeper Monica Vancea made two crucial saves to secure the victory.

*Photo Credit: Football Queensland/Facebook*

Community Reaction in Caboolture

The result was met with strong support from the local football community. Fans described the match as a tense contest and praised the team’s resilience. Congratulations were also extended to coach Cory Robins and his squad for delivering a successful campaign.

Looking Ahead

Club representatives said the achievement was a milestone for Caboolture, boosting its profile in Queensland football. With the FQPL1 title and Kappa Pro Series trophy already secured, the club has set its sights on reaching the National Premier Leagues within the next year.

Published 19-Sep-2025

Photo Credit: Football Queensland/Facebook

Street Spotlight: Charles St, Caboolture

Charles St sits quietly in the fabric of Caboolture, a residential pocket where families come and go, where children walk to school, and where the rhythm of suburban life plays out in familiar patterns. It’s the kind of street that might not grab headlines, but it holds the small, everyday connections that make a neighbourhood work.

For families along Charles Street, ACC Moreton is more than just a nearby landmark—it’s woven into the daily routine. Parents living here are the ones who turn up at bake sales, volunteer at sausage sizzles, and donate goods when the school fete comes around. It’s the sort of quiet community contribution that happens on residential streets close to schools, the kind that rarely makes the news but keeps things ticking along.

The street itself has seen considerable change in recent years. Where older homes once stood alone, modern townhouse developments have filled in the gaps, transforming Charles Street into a more densely settled corridor. The mix is evident in the properties that line the road today: a blend of established houses, contemporary townhouses, and unit complexes that speak to Caboolture’s steady growth.

Charles St, Caboolture Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 4 units, 20 townhouses, 21 houses, 20 others
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 70%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 5 years and 5 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 15%

Charles St, Caboolture – As It Looked in 1936

SOME RECENT SALES ON CHARLES ST, CABOOLTURE

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
1/21 Charles Street, Caboolture	$547,000	Aug 2025
10/21 Charles Street, Caboolture	$550,000	Jul 2025
20 Charles Street, Caboolture	$750,000	May 2025
22 Charles Street, Caboolture	$2,300,000	May 2025
2/3 Charles Street, Caboolture	$510,000	May 2025
24 Charles Street, Caboolture	$2,300,000	May 2025
26 Charles Street, Caboolture	$2,300,000	May 2025
7/21 Charles Street, Caboolture	$550,000	May 2025
6/21 Charles Street, Caboolture	$547,500	May 2025
5/21 Charles Street, Caboolture	$552,000	Apr 2025
16 Charles Street, Caboolture	$750,000	Feb 2025

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON CHARLES ST FROM YESTERYEAR

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
23 Charles Street, Caboolture	$118,855	Feb 2004
8 Charles Street, Caboolture	$87,500	Jun 2003
25 Charles Street, Caboolture	$60,000	May 2001

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The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2025 was $700,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2021 was $365,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2021: $335,000

The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2025 was $775,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2021 was $435,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2021: $340,000

The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2025 was $934,000
The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Caboolture in 2021 was $598,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 5 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2021: $336,000

The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Caboolture in 2025 was $570,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Caboolture in 2021 was $282,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM UNIT IN CABOOLTURE SINCE 2021: $288,000

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Published 11-September-2025

Caboolture Man Receives Suspended Sentence for Machete Kidnapping

A 26-year-old Caboolture man has avoided jail time after admitting to kidnapping and threatening a young woman with a machete during a drug-fuelled confrontation stemming from a neighbourhood parking dispute.

Tyson Lee Walsh appeared before Brisbane District Court on Wednesday where he received a suspended three-and-a-half year prison sentence after pleading guilty to kidnapping and threatening violence charges.

The court heard the incident occurred on 19 August 2024, following a dispute over Walsh’s vehicle being parked on his 21-year-old neighbour’s driveway. When Walsh refused repeated requests to move his car, the woman sold it for $400 without his permission.

Judge Philip McCarthy KC acknowledged that whilst the woman’s actions were not lawful, Walsh’s response was completely disproportionate and terrifying.

The court was told that Walsh, who was under the influence of methamphetamine at the time, encountered the woman and her partner – who was Walsh’s friend – and convinced them to get into his car to discuss the matter.

During the conversation, Walsh became increasingly agitated and told the woman she needed to be taught a lesson. He retrieved a machete from his boot, waved it menacingly, and made threats about what he would do to her.

When the woman attempted to leave the vehicle and call for help, Walsh prevented her departure and drove both passengers to nearby bushland. Throughout the journey, he continued making increasingly violent threats, including telling the woman her father wouldn’t be able to live with seeing what he planned to do to her.

At the remote location, Walsh forced the woman from the car and walked behind her whilst brandishing the machete. The court heard he laughed whilst terrorising her, used the weapon to strike pieces of wood, and told her that’s what would happen to her head.

Judge McCarthy described how the woman was crying and screaming for help as Walsh swung the machete near her and at one point asked her to run so he could hunt her down.

The ordeal only ended when Walsh drove the pair to a McDonald’s restaurant where he purchased food for all three of them. The woman was eventually able to convince him to take her home after he discovered her father had contacted police, but only after promising not to report the incident.

The court heard Walsh has been diagnosed with anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia, and had stopped taking his medication when he began using drugs. Judge McCarthy noted that Walsh had already served 386 days in remand custody and had been the victim of violence whilst imprisoned, requiring surgery to his jawline.

Walsh, who plans to make a fresh start in Rockhampton upon his release, was sentenced to the suspended jail term along with two years’ probation. The judge expressed hope that his experience in custody would serve as a deterrent to future offending.

The case highlights the serious consequences that can arise when neighbourhood disputes escalate and the importance of seeking legal resolution to property conflicts rather than taking matters into one’s own hands.

Published 10-September-2025

Street Spotlight: Old Toorbul Point Rd, Caboolture

Long before the morning school run became part of its daily rhythm, Old Toorbul Point Rd carried a different kind of traffic. This well-established thoroughfare has evolved from a quieter connector road into a vital artery for the Caboolture community, particularly for families whose lives revolve around the school calendar.

Today, the street is perhaps best known for its role in the daily routines of Australian Christian College Moreton families. Year 8 students have taken part in community service activities along this stretch, engaging in local projects and stewardship initiatives that strengthen their connection to the neighbourhood. It’s the kind of quiet civic engagement that often goes unnoticed, yet speaks volumes about how a street can become part of a school community’s identity.

The road has also been the subject of significant infrastructure attention. Staged upgrades, intersection improvements, and duplication projects have gradually transformed Old Toorbul Point Road as part of the broader Caboolture-Bribie corridor works. These changes—new roundabouts, upgraded signalisation, widened lanes—have altered bus routes and school drop-off patterns, the kinds of adjustments that parents and students navigate each term as the landscape around them shifts.

Property sales along the road tell their own story of transformation. In the early 1990s, homes changed hands for figures that now seem remarkably modest: $135,000 in March 1992, $115,000 later that same year, $80,000 in April 1993. Fast forward to December 2024, and a single property at 115 Old Toorbul Point Road sold for $2 million—a figure that captures not just price growth, but the fundamental reshaping of Caboolture’s residential character over three decades.

Old Toorbul Point Rd, Caboolture Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 36 houses, 22 others
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 16 years and 4 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 69%

Old Toorbul Point Rd, Caboolture – As It Looked in 1936

SOME RECENT SALES ON OLD TOORBUL POINT RD, CABOOLTURE

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
115 Old Toorbul Point Road, Caboolture	$2,000,000	Dec 2024

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON OLD TOORBUL POINT RD FROM YESTERYEAR

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
294 Old Toorbul Point Road	$80,000	Apr 1993
530 Old Toorbul Point Road	$115,000	Nov 1992
230 Old Toorbul Point Road	$135,000	Mar 1992

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Published 28-August-2025

Brothers Face Murder Charges Over Fatal Shooting in Railway Parade

Two local brothers have appeared in Queensland courts facing murder charges following the shooting death of 23-year-old Chloe Jade Mason on Railway Parade, Caboolture, in December last year.

Codye Ian Thomson, 29, and Kaine Raymond Thomson-Gleeson, 32, were arrested in January after allegedly fleeing to NSW following the incident, which occurred in the early hours of 22 December 2024.

Court Proceedings Reveal Details

During Supreme Court hearings in August, details emerged about the events leading to Ms Mason’s death. The court heard that Ms Mason had arrived at the brothers’ residence armed with a rifle, following what police describe as an escalating neighbourhood dispute.

CCTV footage captured the confrontation, showing Thomson approaching Ms Mason whilst she was armed outside the property, followed by Thomson-Gleeson who was carrying a machete. The court was told that after Ms Mason’s rifle apparently misfired twice, Thomson grabbed the weapon and it discharged without causing injury.

The Crown alleges that Thomson-Gleeson then physically assaulted Ms Mason, knocking her to the ground before Thomson fired the remaining rounds from the rifle. Ms Mason sustained three gunshot wounds and was declared deceased at the scene despite police efforts to provide emergency medical care.

Background to the Incident

The shooting appears to have stemmed from an ongoing neighbourhood feud. Court documents indicate that prior to the fatal incident, fuel had been thrown on Thomson-Gleeson’s vehicle, prompting retaliation that damaged another car belonging to an associate of Ms Mason.

Messages between the parties showed Thomson-Gleeson had agreed to pay for the vehicle damage. However, tensions escalated when one of Ms Mason’s associates rode past the brothers’ home earlier that evening, making threatening statements.

Legal Arguments and Bail Decision

Thomson-Gleeson’s legal team argued for bail in August, claiming their client acted in self-defence when he believed Ms Mason was attempting to shoot him. His solicitor has maintained that Thomson-Gleeson was protecting his home and family.

Justice Ryan acknowledged significant weaknesses in the Crown’s case, describing it as not particularly strong. However, she refused bail, citing concerns about Thomson-Gleeson’s potential to interfere with the course of justice and his demonstrated ability to evade police.

The court heard both brothers initially told police they had seen or heard nothing on the night of the shooting. However, in later formal interviews, Thomson-Gleeson admitted he thought Ms Mason was trying to shoot him and claimed his brother disposed of the weapon using acid.

Community Impact

The tragic incident has deeply affected the local community. Ms Mason’s death prompted an outpouring of support from friends and family, who remembered her for her loyalty and compassion.

A funeral service was held at St Mary’s Anglican Church in Redcliffe in January, where mourners gathered to pay their respects. Those who knew Ms Mason described her as having a bubbly personality who would always speak directly rather than behind people’s backs.

The case has also highlighted ongoing concerns about neighbourhood disputes and the tragic consequences that can arise when conflicts escalate.

Current Status

Both brothers remain in custody as the legal proceedings continue. The case has attracted significant attention due to the violent nature of the incident and the complex circumstances surrounding the neighbourhood dispute.

The matter will proceed through the court system, with both defence and prosecution teams preparing their cases for trial. The community continues to process the loss of a young life in what Justice Ryan described as a case with significant legal complexities.

Published 28-August-2025