New Farm Rotary honours passionate workers
New Farm Rotary honours passionate workers By Bella Duncan A committed disability worker who is making a difference in the New Farm community has been celebrated for her dedication. Zorica Stankov from Staffing Options was one of four winners of Rotary Club of New Farm’s annual Pride of Workmanship Awards, recognising individuals who show outstanding
Do you have fond New Farm State School memories?
Do you have fond New Farm State School memories? Calling all New Farm State School ex-students and staff – have your say as the school prepares to celebrate 125 years in 2026. Next year marks a remarkable milestone for one of Brisbane’s most historic schools: 125 years of learning, friendship and community at New Farm
Holy Spirit leads the way with innovation
Holy Spirit leads the way with inclusion By Catherine Rankin An all-female leadership team is engaging students with robotics, an entrepreneur program and a therapy dog at Holy Spirit Catholic School in New Farm. Principal Bianca Murphy, Assistant Principal Veronica King, and Director of Learning Gabrielle Yates have brought their understanding of classroom dynamics to
Tight-knit generational bonds
Photo caption: Knitting companions Eloise and Denise Tight-knit generational bonds During the last school holidays, Newstead Grand Care Community was alive with laughter, stories, and the rhythmic click of knitting needles. Local charity commonkind and their child and family changemakers joined some keen resident knitters for a special intergenerational ‘knitworking’ session in October. Seven local
Mediterranean magic at Mr Percival’s
Mediterranean magic at Mr Percival’s Mr Percival’s is bringing sun-kissed Euro-summer vibes and a brand-new menu designed by fresh arrival to the venue, acclaimed Head Chef Alessandro Pizzolato. Mr Pizzolato joins the Howard Smith Wharves institution following a distinguished culinary career. Born and raised in Rome, over the past two decades he has worked in
A 230km desert journey of courage
A 230km desert journey of courage By Lucia Jimenez This past May, Youngcare board director Wendy Jones took on the nine-day Munga-Thirri Simpson Desert challenge, walking 230km and raising $103,623 for Youngcare. The Brisbane based non-profit organization strives to support young people with disabilities to become independent individuals. “The harsh isolated conditions were to replicate what
Food + Music at Night Feast: all you need to know
Food + music at Night Feast: all you need to know By Jing Yeo Wan Night Feast is coming to New Farm Park. Pairing extraordinary food with free art and music, the event will run nightly from 15 October to 9 November at Brisbane Powerhouse. Visitors can taste the world and discover Night Feast-only dishes
Wheels turn at local Men’s Shed
Wheels turn at local Men’s Shed By Nate Priebbenow After four years, the New Farm Men’s Shed have finally found a home in Teneriffe by the river, complete with a million-dollar view. President Michael Dennis said: “We got our new home in February under a year-to-year licensing agreement from the Council.” “I believe this place
Unveiling of the Coastwatchers Memorial Plaque
Unveiling of the Coastwatchers Memorial Plaque By Gerard Benjamin The network of coastwatchers scattered across the islands north of Australia during WWII played a key role in slowing the Japanese advance and saving countless lives. The work of this brave and intrepid band of individuals was given special recognition on August 10 at Newstead House,