New Farm Park is a place of wonderful family memories for many people – it is where many of life’s special moments, big and small, have taken place.
Countless weddings, birthdays, baby showers and engagements have been celebrated on the sprawling green lawns, in the rotunda or among the roses. But just as special are the hours spent by families as they bond over a trip to the playground, a game of soccer or cricket, or a stroll along the riverwalk.
We want to preserve these family stories so they can become a treasured part of the park’s legacy. Share with us your own family moments in New Farm Park so that we can one day fill a whole book of family stories.
Email admin@newfarmpark.com.au with your story and contact details. Photos enthusiastically encouraged!
Family Stories
A family warmed by New Farm Park
A family warmed by New Farm Park By Haesley Cush Haesley Cush has been a New Farm local for 20 years, and is Principal at Ray White New Farm. It’s late Sunday afternoon, it’s August, the sun is dropping quickly and there’s a slight chill in the air. The Brisbane version of chill is probably
Jan Power leaves incredible legacy
Jan Power leaves incredible legacy Following the sad news that Brisbane icon Jan Power passed away on August 31, 2024, there has been an outpouring of support from the Brisbane community. Ms Power’s family released a statement on September 2 which said: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our mother
Growing up in New Farm with Grace Grace
Growing up in New Farm with Grace Grace Member for McConnel, Minister Grace Grace has many memories of New Farm Park. New Farm Park has been part of my life all my life. It has been a place of play, a place of relaxation, a place for outings, a place for festivals. It’s a place
There is no place quite like New Farm Park
There is no place quite like New Farm Park Christopher Derrick founded the New Farm Park website in 2006. Way back in 2006, a quick internet search revealed that a domain name for New Farm Park was available. I secured it. On the same day, a close friend secured www.storybridge.com.au. A fortuitous letterbox drop led
New Farm Park: ‘adventure playground’ to ‘Hinchliffe’s Hilton’
New Farm Park: ‘adventure playground’ to ‘Hinchliffe’s Hilton’ Former Councillor for Central Ward, former Brisbane City Council Deputy Mayor and now artist, David Hinchliffe has many memories of New Farm Park. New Farm Park has played a very important role in my life. It has been my playground and at times my battleground! My parents
The red roses on the hill
By AnneMarie White OAM It’s Saturday afternoon in early December. I am walking along the river walk of New Farm Park and all around me are groups of people picnicking, playing games, chatting and eating. They are all so happy. The atmosphere is one of a grateful community embracing the picturesque setting that New Farm
Wartime recollections of New Farm Park
Wartime recollections of New Farm Park Many a meeting in New Farm Park is memorable for park visitors, but this wartime recollection from Jim MacDonald, a boy at the time, is still fascinating 80 years on. Mr MacDonald penned his memoirs which included experiences when growing up at 16 Oxlade Drive, New Farm. Born at
A “tightly-knit” Italian community
A “tightly-knit” Italian community By Prue Hartley Since its establishment in 1914, New Farm Park has developed a rich history, and 57-year-old Sicilian immigrant, Mariangela Stagnitti, is just one story of the many. Ms Stagnitti reminisces on New Farm in the 70’s as a tightly knit Italian community and the park as a place
