Did you know that the Nundah Scout Hall in Boyd Park, which had fallen into disrepair, is being demolished, with asbestos removal now ongoing, after the Connected Communities Team deemed it unsafe, with significant safety risks to residents?
Despite calls from some residents to save the building, Council determined that remediation was not a feasible option due to the extent of the structural damage. Leaving the abandoned building untouched was considered too risky, potentially leading to further hazards.
The Nundah Scouts, who previously used the hall, relocated to the Wonargo Scout Den in Northgate. Council representatives acknowledged the building’s historical significance for many local families and expressed gratitude for the dedication of past Scout leaders.
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Demolition work has commenced, and asbestos removal is already underway. Following the demolition, the site will be returned to green space. Some residents have suggested alternative uses for the site, including pickleball courts or a community garden.
This decision comes when community spaces in Nundah are becoming increasingly scarce. The Nundah Community Centre is also currently leased to a private company. Concerns have been raised about the availability of indoor spaces for local groups, forcing many to meet outdoors.
A new chapter in regional security unfolded today with the official opening of the Pinkenba Hub, a key component of the Pacific Policing Initiative (PPI).
Police Ministers and Commissioners from across the Pacific gathered to launch this significant development, which marks a major step forward in strengthening peace and security across the region.
The Pinkenba Hub is the third pillar of the Australian-backed, Pacific-led PPI. This initiative aims to bolster policing capabilities and cooperation amongst Pacific Island nations. Located in Brisbane, the Hub will serve as a central point for coordinating training and development programs for police officers throughout the Pacific.
The Australian Government has committed approximately $400 million over five years to support the PPI, reflecting its strong commitment to regional stability and collaboration.
The Pinkenba Hub will support the PPI’s Regional Centres of Excellence and the Pacific Police Support Group. It will provide accommodation and training facilities for Pacific police officers participating in various programs.
The Hub has already proven its value, having recently facilitated the training of 33 police officers from 11 Pacific countries. These officers formed the Pacific Police Support Group and successfully deployed to Samoa for the October Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
Staffed by both Australian Federal Police and Pacific police officers, the Pinkenba Hub symbolises the strong partnership and shared goals of Australia and its Pacific neighbours in maintaining peace and security throughout the region.
In a daring operation on Wednesday night, emergency crews saved a mobility-impaired woman from her burning Virginia home, just minutes from Nundah’s town centre.
At 9:14 p.m., a fire erupted in a single-storey residence on Jefferis Street, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Twenty-five firefighters arrived to find the home engulfed in flames, with the woman trapped at the rear of the property.
In an extraordinary act of quick thinking, rescue crews cut through an external wall to reach the trapped resident. This unconventional method proved successful, though the operation came at a cost: several Queensland Police officers sustained injuries while assisting with the evacuation.
Injuries and investigation at the Virginia site
The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was treated for smoke inhalation at the scene before being transported to Prince Charles Hospital. Multiple police officers also required medical attention after their heroic efforts during the rescue.
Although firefighters extinguished the blaze by 9:33 p.m., the incident has taken a serious turn as investigators have declared the fire suspicious. Police have established a crime scene, and investigations into its cause are underway.
On the same evening, emergency services responded to another structure fire in Brisbane’s south. Just minutes before the Virginia incident, firefighters contained a blaze at an abandoned brick building on Laxton Road, Pallara. That fire was successfully extinguished by 9:50 p.m.
The proximity of these incidents has raised concerns among local residents, although authorities have not suggested any connection between the two fires.
Buckland Road in Nundah paints a compelling picture of Brisbane’s suburban evolution over nearly nine decades. Historical records from 1936 show a partially developed streetscape with several vacant lots — a stark contrast to today’s fully established residential thoroughfare.
With 75% of properties owner-occupied and residents staying an average of 9 years and 8 months, the street demonstrates strong community ties, with nearly one-third of homeowners calling Buckland Road home for over a decade. This enduring connection to the neighbourhood is particularly notable when considering early property transactions, such as the sale of 1/20 Buckland Road for $40,000 in September 1975. Below, an aerial photograph from 1936 captures a fascinating glimpse of the street’s early development, highlighting just how far this cherished Nundah address has come.
Buckland Rd, Nundah Residents
NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 449 % OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 75% AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 9 years and 8 months % OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 31%
Buckland Rd, Nundah – As It Looked in 1936
Buckland Rd, Nundah in 1936
SOME RECENT SALES ON BUCKLAND RD, NUNDAH
Property Address
Sale Price
Sale Date
258 Buckland, Nundah
$1,580,000
Nov 2024
263 Buckland, Nundah
$1,190,000
Sep 2024
16/61-75 Buckland, Nundah
$768,000
Sep 2024
2/10 Buckland, Nundah
$565,000
Sep 2024
8/58 Buckland, Nundah
$670,000
Sep 2024
4/13 Buckland, Nundah
$560,000
Sep 2024
183A Buckland, Nundah
$1,150,000
Aug 2024
12/55 Buckland, Nundah
$414,820
Aug 2024
3/15 Buckland, Nundah
$800,000
Jul 2024
12/61-75 Buckland, Nundah
$715,000
Jul 2024
510/61-75 Buckland, Nundah
$640,000
Jun 2024
405/61-75 Buckland, Nundah
$625,000
Jun 2024
3/144 Buckland, Nundah
$570,000
Jun 2024
504/61-75 Buckland, Nundah
$585,000
Jun 2024
6/49 Buckland, Nundah
$525,000
May 2024
5/144 Buckland, Nundah
$602,500
May 2024
179 Buckland, Nundah
$900,000
Apr 2024
4/49 Buckland, Nundah
$483,000
Mar 2024
3/166 Buckland, Nundah
$521,000
Feb 2024
5/13 Buckland, Nundah
$480,000
Feb 2024
259A Buckland, Nundah
$1,630,000
May 2024
SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON BUCKLAND RD FROM YESTERYEAR
Property Address
Sale Price
Sale Date
1/20 Buckland, Nundah
$40,000
Sep 1975
1/152 Buckland, Nundah
$111,500
Sep 1978
5/40 Buckland, Nundah
$310,000
Feb 1984
SUBURB PROFILE
The median price of a 2 Bedroom House in Nundah in 2024 was $700,000 The median price of a 2 Bedroom House in Nundah in 2020 was $465,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 2 BEDROOM HOUSE IN NUNDAH SINCE 2020 : $235,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Nundah in 2024 was $1,034,000 The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Nundah in 2020 was $680,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN NUNDAH SINCE 2020 : $354,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Nundah in 2024 was $1,560,000 The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Nundah in 2020 was $950,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN NUNDAH SINCE 2020 : $354,000
The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Nundah in 2024 was $1,825,000 The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Nundah in 2020 was $1,148,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 5 BEDROOM HOUSE IN NUNDAH SINCE 2020 : $677,000
The median price of a 1 Bedroom Unit in Nundah in 2024 was $470,000 The median price of a 1 Bedroom Unit in Nundah in 2020 was $291,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 1 BEDROOM UNIT IN NUNDAH SINCE 2020 : $179,000
The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Nundah in 2024 was $590,000 The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Nundah in 2020 was $350,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 2 BEDROOM UNIT IN NUNDAH SINCE 2020 : $240,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Nundah in 2024 was $778,000 The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Nundah in 2020 was $518,000 TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM UNIT IN NUNDAH SINCE 2020 : $260,000
The heart of Nundah is set to come alive as over 150 artisan vendors, live entertainment, and festive activities take over Station Street for the highly anticipated Christmas Twilight Market.
The event, scheduled for 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, 7 December, offers families and friends a chance to embrace the holiday spirit. Attendees can explore a diverse range of stalls featuring handcrafted gifts, gourmet food, and local beverages. Market-goers can look forward to unique finds from local businesses such as Lume Jewellery Company and Beachtree Distilling Co., making it an ideal spot to secure Christmas gifts while supporting small enterprises in Southeast Queensland.
Food and Drinks for Every Palate
A variety of culinary delights await visitors, with food trucks offering everything from Italian-style margarita pizza to Japanese fluffy pancakes. For those seeking festive beverages, the Brewdolph Bar will feature icy craft beers from Stone & Wood and Revel Brewing Co., perfect for toasting to the holiday season.
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Live Entertainment and Family Fun
The market will host live music performances from local acts, including Dave Nolan and Easy Tiger, ensuring a lively atmosphere for all ages. Roving performers, including stilt walkers and the Bubble Elf, will add to the evening’s charm, alongside interactive attractions like Old MacDonald’s Animal Farm, providing wholesome entertainment for children.
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A Visit from Santa
Santa Claus himself will make a special appearance from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., welcoming selfies with both pets and families. This is a highlight for many families looking to create lasting Christmas memories.
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Event Details
The Nundah Christmas Twilight Market is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring free street parking and a modest $3 entry fee (free for children under 12). Community competitions, such as a chance to win a $200 bar tab or a Christmas hamper, add extra excitement to the event.
Organised by Goodwill Projects, a leader in creating vibrant market experiences across Queensland, the event aims to foster a sense of connection and holiday joy for the Nundah community.
Emergency services are currently responding to a collision between a school bus and a car at the intersection of Melton Road and Masefield Street in Nundah. The incident occurred at approximately 3:30 p.m. Friday during peak traffic hours.
The bus, carrying students from St Joseph’s Nudgee College, was involved in the collision, prompting immediate medical response. Paramedics are assessing 34 people at the scene, predominantly students, though initial reports indicate injuries are minor.
The crash has resulted in complete road closure at the intersection of Melton Road and Masefield Street. Police are actively diverting traffic in the area, and local authorities advise residents to expect delays. Motorists are urged to seek alternative routes during the afternoon commute.
Emergency medical teams remain on site conducting assessments of those involved. While the incident has caused significant disruption to local traffic, there are currently no reports of serious injuries among the passengers.
Local residents seeking to navigate through the area should monitor traffic updates and follow police directions. The investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing, and authorities have yet to provide additional details.
A 26-year-old man was shot while attempting to defend himself with a samurai sword during a home invasion at Florence Street, Nundah, just after midnight on October 31. Police are searching for three to five men of African heritage in connection with the incident.
The victim suffered a non-life threatening gunshot wound to his leg and was hospitalised, while a 24-year-old woman, also present at the address, sustained minor shrapnel-type injuries.
Detective Inspector John Mison stated the attack appears to be targeted, noting the occupants had only moved to the address approximately one month ago. Police believe a shotgun-type weapon was used in the attack, which occurred outside the house.
Neighbour Jessica Schultz reported hearing a commotion followed by a loud bang. She witnessed the injured man lying on the footpath while neighbours attempted to apply pressure to his wound before ambulance arrival.
Another resident, Lillian Kennedy, awakened to the sound of a single gunshot and observed a white SUV speeding away from the scene, with someone entering the passenger side of the vehicle.
Detective Inspector Mison confirmed that while the suspects fled, nothing appears to have been taken from the home. Police are conducting door knocks and analysing CCTV footage in the surrounding area. The suspects may still be armed, and the public is advised not to approach anyone they believe might be involved.
ACU Brisbane North Cougars have secured thirteen positions in Queensland’s reduced state netball squads for 2025, cementing their status as the state’s premier development program.
The program’s athletes represent more than one-third of the total 37 players selected for Queensland’s pathway program, more than doubling the representation of any other institution.
This achievement builds on the program’s established success under coach Liz White, whose leadership has delivered 17 premierships in 24 years, including a remarkable four consecutive Sapphire Series championships through 2023.
The under-17 squad showcases both experienced and emerging Cougars talent. Returning athlete Simoné Botha, fresh from her 2024 AIS selection, leads a strong contingent of newcomers including Matilda Canning, Chelsea Edwards, Ariana Ransfield, Embah Tait, and Tereneah Tapuai.
In the under-19 division, five athletes have successfully progressed from the under-17s: Marley Burns, Rio Burns, Sienna Jones, Ella McCartney, and Tia Molo. The squad is further strengthened by two-time Judy Sampson Memorial Trophy winner Ellie Brice and talented athlete Gemma Hutchings.
“The talent displayed made the process very competitive,” notes Netball Queensland head of talent and development Roselee Jencke.
These athletes now focus on preparing for the 2025 National Netball Championships, scheduled for April in Sydney. Final team selection, comprising 12 players plus training partners, will be announced in early 2025.
A proposed 24/7 McDonald’s restaurant development on Nudgee Road in Hendra has been the talk of the town, with the community raising concerns during the submission period that cover local traffic patterns, environmental considerations, community impact, and various other issues.
The proposed development for 330 Nudgee Road, Hendra aims to transform the existing car rental depot into a modern food and drink establishment. The plans detail a compact facility, featuring a dual-lane drive-through designed for optimal traffic flow. Notable in the design is its focus on takeaway service, with no on-site dining facilities included.
Artist’s impression of proposed 24/7 fast-food restaurant development at Nudgee Road (Photo credit: Brisbane PD Online)
“The design of the proposed development is consistent with the branding, architectural style and materiality of the McDonald’s franchise. However, unlike a typical McDonald’s restaurant which features a 450-sqm floor plate with inside dining, takeaway and drive-through options, the scale of the proposed development has been significantly reduced. Specifically, this development comprises a floorplate that is 65% the size of a standard McDonald’s restaurant, and operates only on a drive-through and takeaway basis,” planners stated.
Community Response
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The development application (A006543699), which opened for public notification on 16 October 2024, has already garnered substantial community interest.
BCC has received over 100 submissions during the notification period, which runs until 7 November 2024. Local residents and business owners have been actively engaging in the planning process, sharing their perspectives on how the development might impact the neighbourhood.
Key discussion points raised by the community include potential effects on local traffic patterns, environmental considerations, and the relationship between the proposed development and the existing character of the area. The site’s proximity to educational facilities, including Hendra State School, has sparked conversations about urban planning and community development.
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“The introduction of this fast-food restaurant is projected to bring an additional 90 cars daily into our residential area. This increase will exacerbate existing traffic issues, making it increasingly difficult for residents to navigate our streets and potentially heightening the risk of accidents,” one resident said.
For those interested in participating in the consultation process, BCC outlines specific criteria for submissions to be considered ‘properly made’:
– Submissions must be lodged electronically through the Council website or in writing with signatures
– Include complete contact details of the submitter
– Provide detailed reasoning for the position taken
– Be received before the November 7 deadline
All properly made submissions will be eligible for appeal rights in the Land and Environment Court following the Council’s decision.
The proposal represents a significant potential change for the Hendra area, which is currently characterised by its residential nature and local business community. BCC will review all submissions as part of its assessment process.
Brisbane Airport will adjust its flight operations to reduce aircraft noise affecting local residents, aiming to limit disruptions in neighbourhoods under current flight paths.
Starting on 28 November, Brisbane Airport will prioritise the use of Simultaneous Opposite Direction Parallel Runway Operations (SODPROPS) during certain times, particularly on weekends and weeknights after 9 p.m., allowing more aircraft to arrive and depart over Moreton Bay rather than residential areas.
This change, directed by Airservices Australia and the federal Transport Minister, is expected to reduce noise disturbances for 300,000 to 500,000 residents affected by previous flight patterns.
Community Concerns and the Push for Quieter Skies
Community groups and local representatives have raised long-standing concerns about Brisbane Airport’s operations’ noise impact, especially since the opening of the second runway in 2020. Residents in affected areas have been vocal about noise levels and are advocating for stronger measures, including a night-time curfew and a cap on the number of flights.
The Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance also expressed concerns that the proposed increase in SODPROPS usage, from two per cent to five per cent of total flights, may still be insufficient. Representatives from the alliance argue that the SODPROPS mode should be prioritised for more hours each day, not only during limited times when conditions permit.
Airservices Australia and Airport’s Noise Reduction Strategy
Airservices Australia, the authority responsible for air traffic control, stated that increasing SODPROPS usage was a key part of its Noise Action Plan for Brisbane. According to the plan, aircraft using this runway mode will stay over water longer and gain altitude more quickly before crossing into residential airspace, which should reduce the noise impact on the ground.
As part of these measures, aircraft flying over the Redlands area will ascend to 12,000 feet, up from the previous 8,000 feet, to further mitigate noise. Additionally, minor adjustments will be made to arrival flight paths over North Stradbroke Island, including the installation of a noise monitor to ensure transparency and track any impact on local residents.
Brisbane Airport CEO Gert-Jan de Graff has expressed the airport’s commitment to reducing noise, stating that each additional aircraft routed over Moreton Bay lessens the noise impact on neighbouring communities. Brisbane Airport is collaborating with Airservices Australia, airlines, and local stakeholders to balance the airport’s economic role with residents’ quality of life.
While noise concerns continue to drive community advocacy, there are also economic considerations. Brisbane Airport Corporation has indicated that curfews and flight caps could have significant economic repercussions, costing the city around $1 billion annually. Instead, the airport has taken steps to work with international airlines, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and Cathay Pacific, to route more nighttime flights over the bay when winds are favourable, helping limit noise in populated areas.
Airservices Australia has assured the community that further changes to SODPROPS usage are under consideration, with plans to expand the mode’s application in 2025 if traffic conditions and safety standards allow. Community feedback remains central to the ongoing adjustments, as Airservices continues to work closely with Brisbane residents and other stakeholders to address the impact of aircraft noise.
