Dunwich (Gumpi) Ferry Terminal Upgrade
Planning is progressing to improve access and create a sense of arrival to North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) by upgrading the ferry terminal at Junner Street, Dunwich (Gumpi).
Under the South East Queensland (SEQ) City Deal, the Australian Government, Queensland Government, and Council of Mayors (SEQ) committed to upgrade the ferry terminal at Junner Street, Dunwich (Gumpi). The upgraded infrastructure and services will improve connectivity and promote tourism to the island.
The Gumpi Master Plan, finalised in December 2023, outlines a shared, long-term vision for the future of Dunwich (Gumpi) that will inform considerations for the ferry terminal upgrade.
The Dunwich (Gumpi) Ferry Terminal Upgrade project is investigating ways to improve how the ferry terminal is used, experienced and integrated with the surrounding area. This will include improvements to landscaping and the safety, accessibility, legibility and efficiency of the ferry terminal.
Concept Design
Legend
- Passenger terminal building with ticket office and amenities
- Large sheltered canopy and outdoor waiting areas
- Bus stop and shelter
- Kiss 'n' ride area and shelters
- Bicycle enclosure
- Ferry pontoon and gangway
- Public parking
- Bus layovers (waiting areas)
- Pedestrian link to/from town
- Coastal habitation restoration zone
- Relocated Osprey roost
- Existing barge ramps
- Barge queuing area
- Existing barge ticket area
- Existing amenities block and bicycle rack
- Staff parking
- Improved foreshore area and connection to Harold Walker Jetty
Artist's impression
Benefits
- Accessibility
- Better active transport
- Contributes to regional growth
- Contributes to economy
- Increases capacity
- Improves network efficiency
- Improves network reliability
- Improves safety
Key features
The Dunwich (Gumpi) Ferry Terminal Upgrade concept design reflects feedback from key stakeholders, preliminary community engagement conducted in April 2026, and supports the SEQ City Deal objectives.
The concept design key features and benefits include:
- a new dual-berth passenger ferry pontoon
- pedestrian shelters on the pontoon, gangway and at bus stops
- on-site parking and kiss ‘n’ ride facilities
- safer pedestrian connectivity
- simplified barge, ferry, bus and vehicle access
- a sense of arrival that reflects the island’s character and culture
- community open space, including seating and landscaping
- space for retail and commercial outlets.
All upgrades will be delivered in a way that protects cultural and heritage values.
Funding
The Dunwich (Gumpi) Ferry Terminal Upgrade is a commitment funded through the SEQ City Deal. The SEQ City Deal is a partnership between the Australian Government, Queensland Government and Council of Mayors (SEQ) that will provide long-lasting benefits to the region.
The Australian Government, Queensland Government and Redland City Council is providing funding toward the upgrade.
- Total investment
- $41 million
- Australian Government
- $10 million
- Queensland Government
- $30 million
- Local government
- $1 million
Current status
Community consultation on the concept design is now underway. If you live, work or visit North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah), have your say before consultation closes on 21 June 2026.
To have your say, you can attend an information session, complete the online survey, or contact the project team by email, phone or post.
Feedback will help inform the business case, expected to be completed in late-2026.
Drop-in information sessions
Saturday 6 June: 10am - 1pm
Dunwich Community Hall
4 Ballow Road, Dunwich, North Stradbroke Island
Sunday 7 June: 7am - 1pm
Cleveland Markets
115 Bloomfield St, Cleveland
Wednesday 10 June: 3pm - 6pm
Dunwich Community Hall
4 Ballow Road, Dunwich, North Stradbroke Island
Thursday 11 June: 4pm - 7pm
Cleveland Central Shopping Centre
90 Middle St, Cleveland (near Woolworths)
Sunday 14 June: 10am - 1pm
Cleveland Central Shopping Centre
90 Middle St, Cleveland (near Woolworths)
Tuesday 16 June: 1pm - 4pm
Point Lookout Community Hall
74-84 East Coast Rd, Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Island
Saturday 20 June: 11am - 2pm
Point Lookout Surf Life Saving Club
24 Kennedy Drive, Point Lookout
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