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New Ideas For A Busy Chermside Park

7th Brigade Park has long served as a place for families, walkers, cyclists, sporting users and nearby residents to spend time outdoors. New draft plans now show how parts of the Chermside park could be shaped to offer more informal sport and cycling options while keeping space for quieter everyday use.

The proposed upgrade focuses on two new recreation areas: a multi-use sports space for casual games and an off-road cycling skills track for riders of different abilities.

The plans follow feedback gathered in November 2025, when locals were asked to share ideas on possible future improvements. That feedback showed interest in flexible sports spaces that could be used in different ways, as well as support for exploring an off-road cycling skills track.

The proposed changes are intended to respond to growth in Chermside and surrounding suburbs, where well-designed open space, recreation areas and informal activity spaces are becoming increasingly important.

Casual Sport Near Delaware Street And Newman Road

Near the open parkland at Delaware Street and Newman Road, the draft plans propose an informal multi-use sports area with two courts marked for different activities.

The courts would be designed for casual play, including basketball, netball, soccer and volleyball. Rather than being limited to formal club use, the space is intended for people who want to meet friends, have a quick game or use the park more actively without joining an organised sporting group.

The proposed area would also include seating walls with shade planting, an accessible connecting pathway, bike racks, rubbish bins and a drinking fountain.

Existing trees are intended to be retained and protected. The sports area has been proposed in a location where trees would not be affected, allowing the park to gain a more active recreation space while still keeping room for open parkland and relaxed use.

Cycling Track Proposed Near Murphy Road

Another key part of the draft plans is an off-road cycling skills track proposed near the Murphy Road car park.

The track would be designed for different experience levels, with options such as beginner flow tracks, intermediate tracks and advanced downhill tracks. The plans also include an adaptive bike adventure track, a slow riding zone, bridges and a gathering area with a shelter, bike racks, a drinking fountain and rubbish bins.

The track is intended to suit younger and older children, along with cyclists using adaptive mountain bikes. Its proposed location near the existing learn-to-ride track would help families with children of different ages and abilities use cycling facilities in the same part of the park.

The design has taken into account established trees, flood-affected areas, existing park infrastructure and nearby homes. Bridges and tracks are proposed to avoid impacts on tree roots, while potential new tree planting is also included.

Have A Say

Feedback on the 7th Brigade Park draft plans is open through an online survey.

Two information kiosks are also scheduled at the park near the Murphy Road entry, close to Kidspace Playground. The first is listed for 9 am to 11 am on Thursday, 4 June 2026, and the second for 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm on Sunday, 7 June 2026.

Feedback closes at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 14 June 2026.

After the feedback period, responses will be reviewed alongside technical investigations and design requirements before a final concept plan is prepared. The final plan is planned for release in mid to late 2026.

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The draft plans offer a clearer look at how 7th Brigade Park could support casual games, cycling practice, accessible pathways and everyday outdoor activity while continuing to serve a wide mix of park users.

Published 1-June-2026

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Read: TFE Hotels’ Adina Chermside Brisbane Confirmed for April 2026 Opening

The property is operated by TFE Hotels under its Adina brand. It was developed by Brisbane-based Limitless Developments and designed by WMK Architecture.

Located at 523 Hamilton Road, the new hotel was officially opened this week by Chermside Ward Councillor Danita Parry alongside Adina Chermside general manager Sue Rowe and Limitless Developments director Nick Barr.

The design incorporates natural light, generous glazing, and integrated greenery intended to reflect the subtropical setting.

According to WMK Architecture practice director David Percival, the project was designed to create “a sense of retreat within an urban setting,” with interiors inspired by nearby Chermside Hills Reserve.

Rooms range from studio configurations to one-bedroom apartments, each with kitchen and laundry facilities.  Guest amenities include an all-day café and bar, a gym, undercover parking, and meeting spaces.

The hotel is also targeting small corporate events and business gatherings, with dedicated meeting rooms including the Staib Room, Hamilton Room, and combined Maiwar Room for larger functions.

Delegate packages start from $75 per person and include meeting room hire, Wi-Fi, audiovisual facilities, catering, and refreshments.

General manager Sue Rowe said the property had been designed to serve a range of guest types, including visitors to the nearby hospital precinct, corporate travellers, families, and sporting groups. She said early demand had been strong, particularly among guests seeking more space and flexibility than a standard hotel room.

Rowe also described the opening as a personal milestone, marking her first hotel opening in a 28-year career with the group.

The hotel features works by Queensland photographer and filmmaker Sam Thies throughout the property, drawn from his coffee-table book BUSH.

The artwork focuses on regional and outback Queensland landscapes and communities, with Rowe saying the images reminded her of “the smell of dust after rain, the hum of cicadas, and the long roads home.”

The connection was particularly personal for Rowe, whose family history traces back to Diamond Downs cattle station in outback Queensland.

The hotel has partnered with Australian suppliers, including amenities brand Dilkara.

Group chief operating officer Chris Sedgwick said the Adina brand aimed to create spaces connected to their local destination through partnerships with Australian suppliers, artists, and designers.

CEO Antony Ritch described the Chermside opening as part of the group’s broader Queensland expansion strategy.

He referenced the Queensland Government’s Destination 2045 tourism plan, which forecasts demand for around 40,000 additional hotel rooms across the state, including up to 30,000 rooms needed by 2032 ahead of the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The Adina brand has also been expanding internationally, with recent openings in the United Kingdom and the rollout of its A by Adina label in Vienna, with Berlin to follow.

To mark the opening, the hotel has launched a “Shop, Stay and Play” package for bookings made before 31 July 2026, including discounted accommodation, a Westfield voucher, wine on arrival, and late checkout.

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Published 26-May-2026

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The petition reflects the concerns of residents who have watched the park grow busier without any corresponding improvement in facilities. Petitioners are formally requesting that Brisbane “look to provide a toilet facility in Martindale Park which could be accessed by residents and visitors of all ages during daylight hours.”

They have also put forward a practical engineering suggestion. Because the park sits near a creek and carries some flood risk, the petition proposes an elevated facility built on stilts as a workable solution that keeps the amenity accessible while managing environmental constraints.

Photo credit: AustekPlay

The push comes off the back of improvements that have significantly increased the park’s use by the local community. As the petition itself acknowledges, “Over recent months the BCC has done some great work in upgrading the park at the end of Huxtable Drive (on Stringybark Dr) Chermside West with the placement of an electric BBQ and modernized children’s playground.” The upgraded play space was designed to connect with the surrounding natural environment.

Photo credit: AustekPlay

The upgrades, completed by AustekPlay for BCC in late 2025, have driven a substantial increase in visitors of all ages, according to the petition. “Of note is also the significant increase of people using the walk/cycle at all hours of the day,” the petition reads. “A constant concern by people using the park area though is the lack of a public toilet in the vicinity.”

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The petition also flags that the problem extends well beyond the park’s boundaries. There are currently no toilet facilities along the entire walking and cycling path that runs from Albany Creek Road, near the Hypermarket, through to Hamilton Road and beyond. 

“Whilst we recognise that there may be a need to protect against potential rising water from the creek, it would be hoped that the use of stilts to create an elevated facility may provide a workable solution,” the petition reads.

Residents who wish to show their support can view and sign the petition at the Brisbane City ePetitions portal.

Published 22-May-2026

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The project is now in its design phase, with a preliminary design expected to be shared publicly in mid-2026 before the community is invited to meet the project team and discuss the proposal. Main construction is planned from 2027, following final design. The upgrade is jointly funded by the state and Brisbane City authorities.

A long-running push for safer access

The stretch of Hamilton Road outside The Prince Charles Hospital has been the subject of sustained community concern since at least 2009. By 2019, the community had been campaigning for 16 years to see the roads around the hospital upgraded after multiple serious incidents, and more than 722 of the 726 Prince Charles Hospital staff surveyed after a fatal crash said the intersection needed to be upgraded.

In November 2018, a serious crash at Hamilton Road and Staib Road involved a BMW sedan travelling at high speed colliding with a Nissan Micra leaving The Prince Charles Hospital, seriously injuring the Nissan’s driver.

That same month, nurse Solita Honorio died days after a traffic crash outside the hospital, prompting renewed community calls for traffic signals on Hamilton Road and bringing together an alliance of approximately 150 people from local churches, unions, hospital staff and executives concerned about road safety at the site.

The loss galvanised a community that had already been advocating for change for years and set in motion the sustained pressure that has ultimately led to this project.

The changes planned for the intersection

The approved design direction installs new traffic lights and pedestrian crossings at the three-way intersection of Hamilton Road, Western Avenue and Staib Road.

Traffic lights will improve visibility, manage traffic flow and reduce the risk of future crashes, while new crossing points will make the intersection safer for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists alike.

Improving access to The Prince Charles Hospital has been a central priority throughout the design process, and following community feedback across multiple design iterations, this has now been formally incorporated into the design moving forward.

The Prince Charles Hospital is a 690-bed major teaching and tertiary referral hospital operated by Metro North Health, recognised as Australia’s leading cardiothoracic hospital, drawing staff, patients and visitors from across Queensland every day. The volume of movement generated by a facility of that scale makes the intersection’s upgrade not merely a local traffic matter but a regional health infrastructure one.

The next stage of the upgrade process

On-site testing and surveying will take place along Hamilton Road and nearby streets throughout 2026 to support the finalisation of the design. This testing includes checking the condition and structure of the road surface, locating utilities, and accurately surveying levels, boundaries and existing features.

Works may take place during the day or at night depending on the activity involved.

Residents and commuters travelling through the area during this period may notice temporary noise, dust and vibration, construction vehicles, traffic controllers and temporary footpath diversions. Hamilton Road will remain open throughout, and there will be no impact to local property access.

The preliminary design will be shared from mid-2026, at which point the community will be invited to meet the project team and provide feedback before final design and construction proceed from 2027.

To register for project updates, click here or contact the project team on 07 3178 5413 between 8.30am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday, or email cityprojects@brisbane.qld.gov.au.

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Published 20-May-2026

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Read: 7th Brigade Park in Chermside: Perfect Family Day-out Destination

The event takes place on Sunday, 14 June 2026, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, and entry is completely free. The morning is designed for families with young children to play, relax, and connect.

A live interactive experience featuring Bluey and Bingo is the headline act, bringing the much-loved characters to Brisbane’s northside. It is hard to think of a more fitting way to roll out the welcome mat for the state’s newest residents.

Beyond the entertainment, families can expect fun-filled activities, food and beverage trucks, and dedicated spaces designed for little ones to play and parents to actually breathe for a moment. Information stalls will also be set up on the day, giving families a chance to explore essential resources and connect with local services.

Don’t Forget to Register Your Little One

For families with children aged between zero and two years, there is something extra special in store. Parents can register their little one ahead of the event to receive a personalised certificate officially welcoming their child into the Queensland community. It is a small but genuinely lovely touch, the kind of keepsake that tends to find its way into a baby book and resurface years later.

Early birds will also be rewarded. The first 200 Little Queenslanders through the gates on the day will take home a free kids’ bucket hat, which is honestly a solid incentive to skip the slow morning start and get moving.

Premier David Crisafulli said the events were about bringing local families together to celebrate life’s early milestones. “G’day Little Queenslanders is about celebrating our youngest Queenslanders and connecting families with a wide range of support services and resources,” he said. “We’ll be holding these events in 14 communities across the State to make sure every family, no matter where they live in Queensland, feels supported and connected.”

The Chermside stop is one of 14 G’day Little Queenslanders events being held in communities across Queensland. It reflects a broader push to make sure families feel seen and supported during the earliest years of raising children.

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For local parents, the appeal goes beyond the entertainment. The newborn and toddler years can be a wonderfully chaotic but surprisingly lonely stretch of life, and events like this one offer a genuine reason to get out, meet other families in the neighbourhood and feel part of something bigger than the four walls of home.

7th Brigade Park on Murphy Road provides an open, family-friendly setting for the morning, with plenty of room for prams, young children and families to spread out and enjoy the day.

Published 19-May-2026

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Chermside Driver Injured During Alleged Vehicle Theft Incident

A 35-year-old Spring Hill man has been charged with 25 offences after police alleged two vehicles were stolen and several others were targeted across Brisbane on 13 May.

Police alleged the incident began about 8am at a Chelmer home, where a man threatened a woman with a knife before stealing a blue BMW coupe. The woman was not physically injured.

The BMW was later sighted at 1:45pm on Kittyhawk Drive in Chermside. Police alleged the driver then got out of the vehicle and stole a white Audi A1.

The Audi’s driver, a 67-year-old man, was injured during the incident and taken to hospital in a stable condition.

POLAIR Tracks Audi Through Chermside and Stafford

Police said the Audi was tracked by POLAIR as it travelled at speed through Chermside and Stafford.

During that period, police alleged the man attempted to steal at least five other vehicles at knifepoint.

The alleged sequence moved from Chelmer to Chermside and Stafford before ending in Alderley, where police arrested the man about 1:52 pm near the intersection of South Pine Road and Farrington Street.

At the time of the arrest, police alleged he was attempting to steal another vehicle.

Spring Hill Man Charged With 25 Offences

The man was charged with three counts each of dangerous operation of a vehicle, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, unlawful entry of a motor vehicle, and attempted unlawful entry of a motor vehicle.

He was also charged with two counts each of wilful damage, attempted armed robbery, breach of a domestic violence order, and attempted robbery with violence.

Further charges include one count each of robbery with violence, evade police, obstruct police, threats, and stealing.

Police bail was refused, and the man was due to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on 14 May.

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Police have asked anyone with information to contact Policelink or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers.

Published 18-May-2026

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Read: Craigslea SHS in Chermside West Invites Generations Back for 50th-Year Celebration

The choir, which operates from Craigslea State High School, is raising funds through a community raffle to cover travel and participation costs for its members. Every ticket sold goes directly toward the trip, giving local supporters a tangible way to be part of what shapes up to be the most significant performance the ensemble has taken on.

“We’re raising funds to help these dedicated students travel to Sydney in July 2026 for an unforgettable International Music Festival experience at the iconic Sydney Opera House,” the school said in announcing the fundraiser.

The Work Behind the Moment

The Chamber Choir’s place at the Australian International Music Festival is not simply a participation opportunity. Ensembles are accepted to perform at festival venues, including the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall stage, through an Expression of Interest process.

As an outstanding music education and performance event, Craigslea’s participation is consistent with everything the group has demonstrated since it was formed in 2021 under the direction of music teacher Jennifer Pedder, who established the school’s vocal program in 2014.

The choir’s defining moment came in 2025, when it competed at the Queensland Youth Music Awards in the advanced Auditioned Secondary Choir category against some of the state’s most established and well-resourced school programmes, many fielding ensembles of 80 or more singers.

Craigslea entered with 17 voices and walked out with a gold standard and first place, becoming the first state school in the competition’s history to have its name engraved on the Perpetual Trophy for that category.

Choir member Thomas described the moment the winner was announced.

“I didn’t know that I could lose my voice in just 20 seconds,” he said. “We all jumped up and screamed, we were so happy!”

One of the adjudicators was particularly taken with the choir’s performance of Madonna’s Like a Prayer, with one judge noted to have been clapping along during the piece and admitting she had not managed to take any notes, having been too absorbed in the performance.

“There weren’t many of us, but we still filled the space with sound,” Thomas said.

Mrs Pedder said the win reflected more than a year of committed early-morning rehearsals.

“Choir members must audition to be part of the group and commit to practising every Monday and Friday at 7.30am,” she said. “Singers must be able to sight-read music and carry a harmony part on their own.”

A Festival That Takes Young Musicians to the World Stage

The Australian International Music Festival, now in its 37th year and organised by World Projects South Pacific, draws over 1,000 participants each year from Australia and international ensembles from the United States, China, Europe, Singapore, Japan and New Zealand.

Performances during the week-long festival take place across Sydney’s most iconic cultural venues, including the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall, Angel Place City Recital Hall, Sydney Town Hall, the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, St Andrew’s Cathedral and Darling Harbour.

Participating ensembles are adjudicated by an international jury and awarded gold, silver or bronze plaques based on their concert performances. Alongside the competitive programme, the festival runs educational workshops with world-class clinicians at the Conservatorium, rehearsal exchanges with other ensembles, and cultural experiences across the city.

For 24 students from a state school in Chermside West, performing on the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall stage alongside international ensembles is the kind of experience that does not come around twice.

Support the Choir Before They Go

The community raffle is open now. Tickets are available here, with online ticket sales available until 7pm of 16 May 2026. Prizes are drawn at 7:30pm in the same day and winners will be contacted via phone or email.

The Australian International Music Festival will run from 5-12 July 2026. For more information about the Craigslea State High School Signature Music Programme and the Chamber Choir, visit the school’s website or follow the school’s Facebook page.

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Published 29-April-2026

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A long-time netball leader from Chermside has been recognised among the state’s most dedicated volunteers, with Kedron-Wavell Cougars board member Paula Sale awarded Honorary Life Membership by Netball Queensland for her decades of work across grassroots sport.

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The honour was presented at Netball Queensland’s annual general meeting, where Ms Sale was named alongside Downey Park stalwart Diana Moore for their lasting impact on the game across Brisbane communities, as detailed in the official announcement.

From local courts to community leadership across Brisbane’s west

Ms Sale’s involvement in netball began in 2002 when her daughters joined Western Districts Netball Association, based at Faulkner Park in Graceville. What started as helping on the sidelines grew into a long-term commitment that saw her take on roles in coaching, umpiring and administration.

Over time, she moved into leadership positions within the association, contributing to decision-making, governance and planning. Her work extended beyond game day, supporting the systems that allow local competitions and pathways to run smoothly.

Her connection to Chermside comes through her role as a board member with the Kedron-Wavell Cougars, part of the Brisbane North Cougars program, linking her efforts in the western suburbs to the wider north Brisbane netball community.

Driving recovery and growth through challenging seasons

Ms Sale’s contribution has also been shaped by how she responded during difficult periods for community sport. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she played a role in helping competitions return safely, working through changing health requirements and ensuring players could get back on court.

When flooding impacted facilities in Brisbane’s west, she was involved in recovery efforts, supporting the association as it rebuilt and secured funding to improve infrastructure. Her work in grants and community liaison helped bring in support for upgrades, strengthening facilities used by players across multiple suburbs.

These efforts were highlighted in a community discussion on disaster recovery, which outlined how leadership at Western Districts helped the club continue operating after major setbacks.

Supporting players, volunteers and inclusive pathways

Beyond administration, Ms Sale has been involved in programs aimed at widening participation and supporting players at different levels. Her work has included helping coordinate opportunities for athletes, volunteers and officials, making sure pathways remain open for those wanting to stay in the sport.

Her role as a community liaison officer and grant coordinator at Western Districts, as listed on the association’s committee page, reflects a focus on building connections between clubs, players and support networks.

This type of work often sits behind the scenes, but it underpins how local competitions continue to operate and grow.

The Honorary Life Membership from Netball Queensland is one of the highest forms of recognition within the sport at a state level.

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Published 29-April-2026

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A small section of the bridge remains temporarily fenced while minor finishing tasks are completed over the next week, but the main span is now accessible and the reserve is once again fully walkable from end to end.

A reserve worth the visit

Raven Street Reserve sits tucked between Rode Road and Raven Street in Chermside West, and for a park this close to the suburban grid it carries a surprising amount of wildness. Downfall Creek winds through the lower reaches of the reserve, and the footbridge that has just been repaired sits across one of the creek crossings that connects the reserve’s internal trail network.

The broader reserve links into the Chermside Hills walking network, giving walkers access to the Giwadha Circuit Track, the Xanthorrhoea Track named for the grasstreets that line its ridges, and further routes toward Milne Hill and Chermside Hills Reserve.

Wildlife sightings in the area are reliably good: lace monitors, scrub turkeys, water dragons, and if you move quietly along the upper ridgeline sections, wallabies. The reserve also features a grassed oval with public toilets, picnic facilities and plenty of shaded trail under eucalypt canopy.

The Xanthorrhoea Track in particular draws walkers back repeatedly, especially in late winter and spring when the native understorey comes alive with yellow pultineas, golden banksias and purple patersonia lilies.

Getting there

Raven Street Reserve is accessed via Raven Street, Chermside West, off Rode Road. Bus route 353 stops on Hamilton Road near Trouts Road, providing access to the broader reserve network. Street parking is available on Raven Street and the surrounding streets.

The reserve is free to enter and open daily. For more information about Raven Street Reserve and its trail network, click here.

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Published 29-April-2026

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Read: Chermside Welcomes 92-Unit Housing Complex for Essential Workers and At-Risk Residents

The suburb has been identified as the location for a youth foyer that will deliver 40 self-contained units, providing housing alongside structured support. The project forms part of a broader rollout of youth foyers across Queensland, with Brisbane and Ipswich among the selected locations.

Youth foyers are designed for people aged 16 to 25 who are at risk of homelessness or unable to live at home. Residents live in supported accommodation while they engage in education, training or work, with on-site staff available at all hours.

Under the model, tenants contribute about 25 per cent of their income in rent. In return, they receive 24/7 support from youth workers while they enter education, training or work.

Construction on the Brisbane youth foyer is expected to begin in early 2027. Once completed, the Chermside site will add 40 units to the network of foyers being delivered across the state.

Designed for independence and support

Youth foyers are designed to reflect local climate, place character, and community values, while also meeting the practical requirements of an independent home environment.

The layout balances private and shared spaces to support young tenants. Each resident is provided with a self-contained unit that includes a dedicated study area.

Foyers also include shared outdoor, social and recreational spaces for residents. Dedicated rooms for meetings, training and support services are included in the design.

Other features include off-street parking and covered outdoor areas.

Who the foyers support

Young people who enter a youth foyer often do so because they are unable to remain at home or are at risk of homelessness.

This can include those leaving home due to conflict or family violence, living in overcrowded conditions, or unable to find safe and affordable housing while studying or working. Others may be transitioning out of the child safety system after turning 18, or seeking to develop independent living skills before moving into the private rental market.

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The presence of on-site staff at all times is a key part of the model. It provides support for residents and ensures assistance is available when needed.

The Chermside project is one of several foyers being delivered across Queensland, expanding access to supported accommodation for young people.

Published 15-April-2026

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