P J Hagger

Hi, Sorry for the delay. A short break as they say. The nearer to Brisbane rentals are more expensive. Average in the suburbs will be $350-$450. Better areas will command $450-$550. We stayed in holiday weekly rentals when we first came out it worked out cheaper and we were able to shop around. Look at areas like Sandgate Margate Redcliff, commutable to Brisbane on the Train line. I live on Bribie Island which averages $350 - $450 bracket. Great train service from Caboolture to Brisbane. Hope this helps

Compared to the UK and the London run the run in to Brisbane is Bliss!! We been here a year travelling to Brisbane twice a week and have experienced no real hold ups. Now that the motorway has been improved to 3 lanes the traffic seems to flow OK. But take your point any single lane road could have issues on occasions.

The Bayside area is generally more expensive because of it is proximity to Brisbane. Bribie Island has three distinct areas. Woorim on the east, with beautiful surf beaches and the national park. Ideal for camping and beach driving. Bongaree/Bellara on the west side, opposite the mainland, that adjoins the calm Pummistone Passage. Ideal for all water sports and fishing. Banksia Beach with its Pacific Harbour and Golf complex. New purpose built homes around canals and excellent golf complex. Hope this helps.

We found Bribie Island by mistake, fell in love with it and bought a home here. It must be one of the best kept secrets.

If anyone is moving to the Brisbane area please feel free to make contact. We have emigrated to Bribie Island an hours drive from Brisbane a much cheaper area and a great location with an easy drive to the city to visit the family. I also have started work for a local Real Estate agent so can give you up to date information.