Newport Marketplace Grows: Welcoming New Families and Fresh Possibilities

If you’re searching for a place where community is more than just a word, Newport’s next chapter may be what you’ve been looking for. Right on the water’s edge and only minutes from Redcliffe, Newport is fast becoming the kind of suburb where daily life feels just a little easier—and the future is looking even brighter as the local marketplace prepares for its next transformation.

A Community Ready to Welcome You

Newport Marketplace isn’t just a shopping centre. It’s where parents meet for coffee after the school run, where friends stop for lunch, and where neighbours pause for a chat. With the latest plans now moving forward, Newport is about to add even more reasons to call this place home. Soon, the heart of the suburb will include a brand-new hotel—designed as a true local spot, where families can gather for dinner, meet friends for a drink, or celebrate milestones, all in a welcoming, walkable setting just steps from home.

For future residents, this means more than just convenience. It’s about having a social space close by, a place to unwind after work, or enjoy the waterfront with visiting family. The hotel will feature a bar, bistro, function room and bottleshop, giving Newport locals something the bigger centres can’t—genuine community spirit and a friendly, familiar atmosphere.

Supporting Growing Families

Newport has quickly grown into a family-friendly haven, and with that growth comes new needs. Parents looking to move here will be pleased to know that a brand-new child care centre is on the way, run by the respected Greenleaves team. With places for up to 95 children, the centre is designed to give young families peace of mind and more flexibility for their busy routines.

Set at the quieter southern end of the marketplace, the centre offers spacious indoor rooms and safe, shaded outdoor play areas—so you can drop your little ones off and know they’re in good hands, close to home and close to everything else Newport offers.

Designed for a Modern Lifestyle

Developers and planners have worked closely with council and locals to ensure that Newport’s next stage keeps the suburb’s unique vibe. Streets are being made more walkable, parking is being expanded, and new landscaping will bring more green spaces to the marketplace. Bike paths and pedestrian connections mean it’s easy to leave the car at home and enjoy the coastal breeze on your way to the shops or child care.

Careful attention has also been paid to things like noise, safety, and traffic—making sure that Newport remains peaceful and easy to get around, even as it grows.

A Suburb That’s Always Improving

With a population now nearing 6,000 and a real sense of belonging, Newport has all the foundations for the kind of lifestyle families, professionals and retirees are searching for. The waterfront marketplace is quickly becoming the heart of the suburb, a place where daily needs and little luxuries come together in one convenient, friendly hub.

But it’s not just the shops and social spaces that are getting attention. The City of Moreton Bay is investing in the suburb’s lifestyle from the ground (or water) up. A major dredging project is scheduled for late 2025, targeting built-up sediment in key Newport canals. This means safer boating, better water quality, and a cleaner environment for the entire community. The five-month operation will cover Kingfisher Canal, Northern Marina Basin, and other key waterways, aiming to keep Newport’s canal network open, navigable, and beautiful for everyone.

Suppose you’re considering making Newport your new home. In that case, you’ll find a neighbourhood that listens to its residents and builds for their future—where new facilities are shaped by real community voices and a genuine desire to create the best possible place to live.

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