Special Feature
New colourful tribute to New Farm Park
There is an added attraction near New Farm Library, courtesy of architect Lucia Laus, whose colourful artwork adorns an Energex box adjacent to the entrance in Sydney Street.
The artist, Lucia Laus wrote about her artwork “Shared is Better”: This artwork is a joyful tribute to New Farm Park, where cute, quirky characters come to life, enjoying the magic this iconic Brisbane spot has to offer.
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Upcoming Events
Walking Tour: Woolstores to the Powerhouse
25th Sept 2026 A Walk from the Newstead Woolstores, including a look at Teneriffe Hill, then along the river to the Powerhouse. WE MEET at the Teneriffe Ferry Terminal at
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Established in 1994, the New Farm and Districts Historical Society Inc has almost 250 active members and a contact list of over 1400 interested people.
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The Society holds public meetings at 2:30 pm on the 4th Saturday of each month (February to November) when guest presenters speak on a variety of topics that inform and inspire and are relevant to the history of the area or greater Brisbane.