Living by the Masts: Newport Adds Homes and Small Services at the Marina
Newport wakes each morning to the ring of halyards and the tide sliding under hulls. Now a fresh group of neighbours is coming to live right by those masts, after Moreton Bay signed off on a plan for 17 three-bedroom homes with a modest dining and office hub at Newport Marina on Griffith Road—keeping the marina open and active for locals.
Setting the Scene
The marina is a familiar waypoint for weekend sailors, tradies on service runs, and families who wander the boardwalk after school. Under the approved plan, the marine operations remain, so the sound and sight of boats will still anchor the suburb’s rhythm. For people thinking of moving here, that balance—residential life beside a working harbour—shapes what day-to-day Newport feels like.
What’s Been Decided
Council approved a development application identified as DA/2024/4618 for part of the marina land at 156A Griffith Road. The plan allows 17 three-bedroom dwellings plus small-scale food and drink, office and shop spaces. Reporting confirmed a reduction in on-site marina parking from 216 to 125 bays, with council material indicating this still meets operational needs. The project team documented the approval publicly.
What does this mean for someone eyeing a move? Low-rise homes offer families and downsizers a quieter street setting close to the water, without sacrificing access to everyday needs. The small dining space suits weeknight dinners and morning coffees; the office component supports local services residents can walk to.
Crucially, the marina keeps running—moorings and boat services remain—so the character that draws people to Newport stays part of the address.
How We Got Here
Council set a pathway for the precinct covering 156, 156A and 158 Griffith Road through a Newport Marina precinct update that acknowledged limited and declining marine-industry use and sought to regulate future development. After public notification, the development application proceeded to approval.
From here, the project moves through conditions and building approvals with Council. If you’re weighing schools, shops and weekend options, the marina-side homes offer a short walk to the water and a local pocket for daily errands, with the wider Redcliffe peninsula close by for beaches, sport and services.
