Running for a LIVIN By Kate Lockyer A group of friends took on a mammoth challenge in September, running 144 laps of New Farm Park in support of mental health charity LIVIN. For 24 hours straight, Gerard Moriarty, Ben Hunter, Luke Bellamy and Billy O’Mealley each ran 5.4kms, or six laps of New Farm Park, …
Memorial plants pride in hearts The entrance to New Farm Park will bloom in a rainbow of colours in time for Brisbane Pride Fair Day this September, as a touching tribute to those who have passed away. On Saturday, August 5, Brisbane Pride held a ceremony for the Annual Memorial Garden in New Farm Park. …
Shooting for Gold By Prue Hartley With record attendance at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, young girls have been inspired to shoot goals and for the stars including the girls at the New Farm United Football Club. Director of coaching for the New Farm United Football Club, Jim Medland said, “I was coaching one of …
MELT into a festival of queer celebration MELT Festival, Brisbane’s forward and fearless annual celebration of queer art, artists, allies and ideas is back for an eighth edition, today revealing its vibrant and eclectic 2023 program. Featuring home-grown music artists alongside international sensations, provocative and hilarious theatre, exhibitions showcasing photography, textile art and installations as …
RAAF flypast Keep your eyes on the sky this Saturday to catch a glimpse of an RAAF aircraft as part of commemorations for the anniversary of the Victory in the Pacific. The RSL South Eastern District, based in the Limbless Soldiers’ Building on Oxlade Drive, will be holding an invitation-only service to recognise the anniversary …
Village News Paw-ty in the Park Our neighbours over at Newstead Dog Park are throwing a party in August! My Village News is sponsoring a free paw-ty in the park for International Dog Day on August 26 at Waterfront Park in Newstead. The event is supporting Pets in the Park Brisbane, a charity based in …
Rose pruning day at the park By Kate Lockyer It may be the middle of winter, but preparations for springtime blooms have begun in New Farm Park as gardeners pruned back more than 7,000 roses. Senior Team Leader Jean-Charles Guex has a team of five gardeners at the park, but apprentices are brought in to …
Bowled over with enthusiasm By Kate Lockyer Just across the road from New Farm Park is the New Farm Bowls Club, home to the current Division 1 Pennants champions in the region. Club President Dean Merlo said: “We are attracting a lot of young state players, but we still welcome beginners and have coaching available.” …
New Farm Park Vision By Kate Lockyer In January, the Brisbane City Council released its latest Vision for New Farm Park – view it here: New Farm Park Vision. In late 2021, feedback from over 700 community members consulted by the council showed that the most valued features are: open green space, well established …
Outdoor cinema, night markets, art installations and performance spaces are coming to the Brisbane Powerhouse. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said Brisbane Powerhouse is one of the city’s greatest cultural assets, and that this investment would deliver more to see and do for residents and visitors. “We want to ensure this precinct continues to evolve and …
New Fam Park’s heritage rose gardens have sprung to life this spring, with thousands of flowers blooming up to a fortnight earlier than previous years. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said for many residents, the warmer spring weather is their favourite time of the year and the blossoming roses of New Farm Park is the traditional …
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