Sandstone Point set to shine with $250M luxury expansion
A transformative project by The Comiskey Group set to redefine what tourism looks like in Moreton Bay and beyond.
The Comiskey Group has unveiled a game-changing $250 million expansion at Sandstone Point, promising to position the destination as a leading tourism hub ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Best known for the award-winning Sandstone Point Hotel and Holiday Resort, the Comiskey Group’s ambitious new development includes Moreton Bay’s first greenfield 5-star hotel. The luxury accommodation offering will comprise 202 rooms across two striking buildings, featuring one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites with sweeping views of Pumicestone Passage.
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The 10-storey hotel will anchor a wider masterplan that includes a vibrant retail and entertainment precinct, complete with new restaurants, indoor attractions like bowling, and a dedicated Tourism Information Centre. Designed with both leisure travellers and locals in mind, the precinct will offer a dynamic, experience-rich destination on Brisbane’s northern doorstep.
“This is about building on what’s already here and taking it to the next level,” said Director Rob Comiskey. “We’ve drawn people in with live music, great dining, family-friendly facilities, and the most popular BIG4 holiday park in the country. Demand has only grown, and now we’re responding with the region’s first 5-star accommodation and an expanded lifestyle precinct.”
The development is designed to be more than just a place to stay, it will be a full-scale destination. Guests can expect a wide range of high-end amenities including an infinity pool overlooking the water, an adults-only pool with a swim-up bar and live DJs, a wellness centre, Mediterranean restaurant, family pools, a gym, and state-of-the-art function spaces suited to weddings, conferences, and corporate retreats.
To support the site’s growing popularity for concerts and large-scale events, the expansion also includes upgraded event infrastructure, a new bus terminal, and additional basement car parking.
Once complete, the project is expected to generate nearly 1000 new jobs and attract over 117,000 visitor nights annually, injecting an estimated $143.3 million into the regional economy each year. These benefits are expected to flow through to local cafés, restaurants, retailers, and service providers, supporting the broader business community in Moreton Bay.
Luke Edwards, CEO of Tourism and Events Moreton Bay, described the development as a major milestone: “Moreton Bay is entering a truly exciting chapter in the lead-up to Brisbane 2032. Developments like this one will play a key role in shaping the visitor experience and strengthening the region’s tourism appeal.”
The expansion also directly supports the Queensland Government’s Destination 2045 tourism strategy, focused on sustainable growth, job creation, and regional development.
Queensland Tourism Industry Council CEO Natassia Wheeler welcomed the announcement, saying, “This is a bold, future-focused investment that brings much-needed hotel capacity to South East Queensland. With only 46,000 hotel rooms currently across the region — compared to 120,000 in Los Angeles and 133,000 in Paris — we’re facing a significant shortfall in the lead-up to the Olympics.”
She added, “This development brings lasting benefits to the tourism sector and broader economy. Moreton Bay is where I call home, and I see firsthand the potential this region holds.”
The Comiskey Group, a family-owned company with deep roots in the region, has owned the land since 2011 and been building in Moreton Bay since the 1970s. Director Paul Comiskey said, “We’ve always been known for thinking big, but this is our most ambitious project yet. It’s exciting to see it come to life.”
The group is currently in talks with international brands to explore strategic partnerships and is also calling for expressions of interest from eco-tourism operators that can complement and enhance the development’s appeal.
“This project is transformative,” said Rob Comiskey. “We’re not just expanding — we’re inviting others to be part of something that will help shape the future of tourism in Moreton Bay and beyond.”
As the countdown to Brisbane 2032 continues, the Sandstone Point expansion marks a significant investment in Queensland’s future — and a bold new chapter in the state’s tourism story.
