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Local Restaurant Guide – 4053

We’ve combed Brookside Centre, Everton Hills, Everton Park, McDowall, Mitchelton, Stafford, Stafford DC, and Stafford Heights for the best reviewed restaurants in the area where people waxed lyrical about their dining experience and what they love most about it. Here’s our list!

Read: St Therese and St Anthony Parish Embrace New Ways to Stay Connected

1. Oh Boy, Bok Choy! Restaurant & Bar

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4.8 Google Rating

264 Stafford Rd, Stafford QLD 4053

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Haruna J
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Such a nice vibe and friendly staff!
They serve amazing batch brew and hand-drip coffee as well.
The food and desserts were super tasty!
See you soon!

Juliana A
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Had a very nice family brunch here. The latte art was spectacular (give extra happiness 😊), and the Balinese kwe tiau goreng was especially delicious. Great service and friendly atmostphere! Highly recommend 👍

Flora N
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Good food, great atmosphere and friendly staff for a Friday brunch!

2. Mezbaan Modern Indian dining

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4.8 Google Rating

3/505 S Pine Rd, Everton Park QLD 4053

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Thirumurugan Ponnusamy
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Has few unique food items that you don’t find in an Indian restaurant which is great. All the food items were delicious and came out quick. Aloo Tikki Bao bun was a nice twist and tasted great. Prawn and Scallop curry was unique and cooked to perfection. Enjoyed the gluten-free flat bread. Great friendly service. Nice decor – though the plastic cherry blossoms were out of place 🤣. Highly recommended for food and a special dinner outing.

Aftaar Atik
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The finest Indian dining in Brisbane.
From perfect ambience to the best Indian gourmet,Mezbaan Modern Indian Dining is the perfect choice for any special occasion.

Matthew Armstrong
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Wow. Came here impromptu based on almost all five star reviews. I’ll add to that with another five star. This is NOT your standard deep fried entree and watery curry type of Indian. This is as good as I can remember Indian food ever being anywhere in Brisbane. The service is impeccable and so friendly. We haven’t felt so welcome or attended to in some time. The food is so fresh and has such a good depth of flavour. Highly recommend you make this your local Indian or travel to try this. We will be back many times.

3. Lebab Lounge

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4.6 Google Rating

505 S Pine Rd, Everton Park QLD 4053

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Lana Ostojic
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Food is spectacular. Was really blown away by the flavours! Great atmosphere.100% would recommend. Will definitely be a Returning customer!

Domanique G
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Phenomenal!!!!! Best middle eastern food experience we’ve ever had, we were all fighting over the prawns with burnt butter sauce! Also ordered one of each mocktail (blue Lagoon was the table favourite), a platter and potatoes with coriander – also incredible! Service was wonderful too considering how busy they were, the lovely owner kept checking on us and making sure everything was good. 10/10 (tip: just book a little later if you don’t like the loudness of a dinner service with children etc) can’t wait to visit again!

Eve White
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Found this beautiful Restaurent through Google search. Absolutely loved the food, the meat was tender, tasty and great value for money. The waiter is very kind and friendly. Would definitely come back to try more delicious food. Thank you.

4. Neon Ramen

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4.6 Google Rating

471 S Pine Rd, Everton Park QLD 4053

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Cat D
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Love, love love loved this place. The food is delicious and very well priced. The make your own stir fry portion was massive. I loved the bao buns. So delicious. A small restaurant but cool vibes.

Ell Amey
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Incredibly tasty food, super flexiblewith dietry needs. Amazing atmosphere! The service was top knotch too, They helped us with my daughters birthday and cake we brought in.
Highly recommend!

shreshtha jain
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The menu is extensive with tons of choices, and the food is absolutely delicious. I created my own custom ramen bowl and it was perfect, exactly what I wanted.
Love the fun neon-lit design that gives the place such a cool vibe. The lighting was too dim for good photos without flash, but trust me, the food looks as amazing as it tastes.
Warm, friendly service and great energy throughout. Even on a weekday evening it was busy with a steady flow of customers, always a good sign! Definitely coming back.

5. The Woods Bar

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4.7 Google Rating

37 Blackwood St, Mitchelton QLD 4053

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Jessica Turner
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Great venue and atmosphere. Food is a reasonable price and delicious. We got a parmi and chicken schnitzel and both were excellent. Also, large selection of beers on tap. Will be back!

Roneen Fletcher
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We love The Woods, we always feel so welcomed and so is our Labrador. The Food and service is exceptional. THANK YOU until next time….

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A N
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Found this little hidden gem today and I’m fairly certain it’ll become our regular spot. Benton ( pretty sure that’s his name ) and the staff were amazing and so attentive. We really enjoyed the it. I would have loved another genre of music but that’s more a personal choice rather than anything. Thanks again and see you soon.

St Therese and St Anthony Parish Embrace New Ways to Stay Connected

At St Therese and St Anthony Parish in Kedron (The Little Flower Church Kedron), parishioners are increasingly turning to Flocknote to stay informed about parish life, sacramental programs and community news. The shift comes as part of a wider rollout of a church communication platform across parishes in the Archdiocese of Brisbane.

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Since its introduction in September 2024, many parishes in the archdiocese have been building their digital presence using this communication software. At Kedron, parish staff have reported high levels of uptake among parishioners, with a substantial increase in the number of people receiving digital updates compared with the number of printed newsletters previously produced.

Parish manager Sandra DiFrancesco has noted that thousands of people are now connected through the platform, compared with just a few hundred printed newsletters distributed each week. While paper continues to have a place for some, the digital approach has allowed the parish to reach a larger portion of its community.

In addition to regular parish news and notices, the platform has been used to support sacramental programs. For example, families enrolling for sacraments such as Confirmation can now receive relevant information digitally. Parish staff continue to offer assistance for anyone needing help with the digital system, ensuring it remains accessible to all who wish to use it.

Another practical benefit reported by parish staff is the ability to send last-minute notices. Changes to Mass times or other parish events can be communicated quickly to those signed up, helping parishioners stay informed even when plans shift.

The move towards digital communication has also helped reduce printing costs for the parish and offers a way for parish leaders to access information without reliance on physical records.

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The software at the centre of this transition is Flocknote, a communication platform designed specifically for churches. It provides a centralised way for parishes to share newsletters, notices, sacramental information and group updates. The platform emphasises ease of use and privacy, and does not depend on social media or online advertising.

Parishes using the system can send updates by email or text, giving parishioners flexibility in how they receive information. With many parishes across the Archdiocese of Brisbane adopting the platform, it has become an increasingly common way for local Catholic communities to stay connected.

Uptake of the technology has not been limited to younger parishioners. In other Brisbane parishes, some older members have also signed up after learning about the platform through printed parish newsletters.

While the transition has seen some initial questions and concerns from parishioners about online systems, parish staff have worked to provide clarity and support. As a result, participation continued to grow, with hundreds of parishioners now regularly receiving digital updates.

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For many in Kedron, the shift to digital communication sits alongside traditional parish life rather than replacing it. By offering another way to connect, St Therese and St Anthony Parish aims to keep parishioners informed and engaged in parish activities, regardless of how they choose to receive their information.

Published 18-December-2025

Holiday Gifts Turn Into Legal Risks for Families Riding Through Kedron

Parents watching their children unwrap e-scooters for use on the flat stretches of the Kedron Brook Bikeway may unknowingly be handing out fines alongside the festive cheer.

Read: ANFE Italian Club Reopens in Stafford After Newstead Farewell

The Christmas Crackdown

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The upcoming holiday season has triggered a high-alert status for Queensland authorities. With the popularity of electric mobility devices soaring, officials are concerned that well-meaning gifts will turn into dangerous situations on public paths. The “Know Your eRules” campaign has been rolled out to address this specific issue. 

Advertisements are currently running on Spotify and local bus shelters to remind shoppers that these devices are not simple toys. The campaign stresses that buying an e-scooter or e-bike comes with significant legal responsibilities that many families might overlook during the rush of Christmas shopping.

A Deadly Cost

The push for education follows a heartbreaking period on Queensland roads and pathways. Data from the last three years indicates that 18 people have died in e-scooter accidents, with several other fatalities linked to e-bikes. The flat and accessible nature of areas like the Kedron Brook Bikeway makes them attractive spots for new riders, but without proper care, these areas can become accident hotspots. 

Joanna Robinson, a senior manager at the Department of Transport and Main Roads, pointed out that hospital emergency rooms are seeing a sharp rise in injuries. She warned that these incidents often happen when the devices are ridden illegally or by children who are too young to handle them safely.

Targeted Hotspots and Connecting Routes

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Local families should be aware that police enforcement and safety concerns are not limited to a single trail. The crackdown is expected to impact the entire network connecting to Kedron. The Kedron Brook Bikeway serves as a major artery, linking suburbs like Mitchelton, Stafford, and Grange directly to Nundah and Toombul. Particular attention is being drawn to high-traffic zones such as the busy crossing at Shaw Road in Wavell Heights and the popular Kalinga Park in Wooloowin.

Riders venturing further afield often connect to the North Brisbane Bikeway at Lutwyche for a commute into the city, or head east towards the Jim Soorley Bikeway to reach Nudgee Beach. These interconnected routes, including the path near the Schulz Canal Bridge, are popular weekends spots for families. However, their shared nature means e-scooter riders must be hyper-vigilant of pedestrians and cyclists, especially near major hubs like the Brookside and Toombul shopping precincts.

Parents Face the Fines

Police are shifting their focus from just the riders to the guardians responsible for them. Chief Superintendent Mark Wheeler of the Road Policing Group made it clear that supervision is a requirement, not a choice. He explained that if a child is caught breaking the rules on an illegal device, the parents could face penalties. The authorities want to ensure that buying a personal mobility device does not give a child permission to ride wherever they please. Parents are being urged to understand the laws before purchasing these items to avoid enforcement action and to keep other path users safe.

Read: Crumbling Kedron Cottage Still Commands $975k in Fierce Renovator Interest

Knowing the Limits

To keep the holidays safe, families are encouraged to visit the government’s StreetSmarts website. This resource helps buyers identify which devices are legal for use in public spaces. Authorities reiterated the non-negotiable rules of the road, which include wearing a helmet, sticking to speed limits, and staying off busy roads. They also highlighted the dangers of distracted riding using mobile phones and riding under the influence. The message is simple: check the rules before hitting the bikeway to prevent a fine or a tragedy.

Published Date 09-December-2025

Street Spotlight: Armentieres Street, Kedron

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Armentieres Street in Kedron stands as a living memorial to Australia’s military history, named to commemorate the Battle of Armentières fought in France during World War I. This charming suburban street not only offers a glimpse into Brisbane’s residential development but also serves as a permanent reminder of the sacrifices made by Queensland’s service personnel.

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With an impressive 85% of properties being owner-occupied and residents staying an average of 18 years and 7 months, Armentieres Street demonstrates remarkable community stability. The street’s enduring appeal is further evidenced by the fact that 50% of residents have called this commemorative street home for more than a decade. Recent property transactions showcase the area’s desirability, with 9 Armentieres Street selling for $1.55 million in July 2025 – a figure that highlights the remarkable transformation of the area’s real estate market over the decades.

Remembrance Significance

Armentieres Street honours the Battle of Armentières, fought in October 1914 as German and Franco-British forces attempted to secure the North Sea coastline. Following the Gallipoli campaign, the 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Australian Divisions were stationed near Armentières in France to acclimate to new warfare technologies, including mustard gas, before moving to front-line trenches.

Though dubbed “the nursery” for its supposed quieter conditions, heavy shelling and raids resulted in over 600 Australian casualties. It was here that Private William Jackson earned the first Victoria Cross awarded to an Australian in France, embodying the exceptional bravery that defines the Anzac spirit. As one of Brisbane’s Streets of Remembrance, Armentieres Street serves as a daily reminder of the courage and sacrifice of Queensland’s service men and women.

Armentieres St, Kedron Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 54 houses
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 85%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 18 years, 7 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 50%

Armentieres St, Kedron – As It Looked In 1936

Armentieres St, Kedron in 1936

SOME RECENT SALES ON ARMENTIERES ST, KEDRON

Property AddressSale PriceSale Date
9 Armentieres Street, Kedron$1,550,000Jul 2025
23 Armentieres Street, Kedron$1,450,000Jul 2025
34 Armentieres Street, Kedron$1,500,000Feb 2025

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON ARMENTIERES ST FROM YESTERYEAR

Property AddressSale PriceSale Date
20 Armentieres Street, Kedron$749,000Jul 2006
24 Armentieres Street, Kedron$226,000Mar 2001
30 Armentieres Street, Kedron$97,000Sep 1989

SUBURB PROFILE

The median price of a 2 Bedroom House in Kedron in 2025 was $1,053,000
The median price of a 2 Bedroom House in Kedron in 2021 was $659,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 2-BEDROOM HOUSE IN KEDRON SINCE 2021: $394,000

The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Kedron in 2025 was $1,170,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Kedron in 2021 was $763,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN KEDRON SINCE 2021: $407,000

The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Kedron in 2025 was $1,460,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Kedron in 2021 was $939,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN KEDRON SINCE 2021: $521,000

The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Kedron in 2025 was $2,125,000
The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Kedron in 2021 was $1,310,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 5 BEDROOM HOUSE IN KEDRON SINCE 2021: $815,000

The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Kedron in 2025 was $640,000
The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Kedron in 2021 was $357,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 2 BEDROOM UNIT IN KEDRON SINCE 2021: $283,000

The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Kedron in 2025 was $857,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Kedron in 2021 was $575,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM UNIT IN KEDRON SINCE 2021: $282,000

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If you know Armentieres St, Kedron well and you have some anecdotes or details to add, please email us at editor@brisbanesuburbsonlinenews.com.au.

ANFE Italian Club Reopens in Stafford After Newstead Farewell

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The ANFE Italian Club has officially completed its move from Newstead to a refurbished former gym in Stafford, ending more than 40 years at Wyandra Street and marking a fresh start for one of the city’s oldest Italian community organisations.

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Earlier this year, Brisbane’s ANFE Italian Club finally completed the move it had been working towards, opening a new headquarters in a refurbished gym in Stafford. For a club founded in 1962 to help newly arrived Italian migrants, the shift marks the end of its Newstead era – and the start of a new chapter in Stafford, where membership has surged to more than 1,200 in just a few months.

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The First Stop for Italian Migrants 

ANFE – short for Associazione Nazionale Famiglie Emigrati – was established in Brisbane in 1962 by community leader Commendatore Carmelo Caruso at the request of Italy. Its original purpose was practical and urgent: help migrants and their families with paperwork, translation, and the day-to-day challenges of settling in a new country.

Over time, the Brisbane branch evolved into a social and cultural hub, first meeting in temporary venues before acquiring land at 10 Wyandra Street, Newstead. The purpose-built clubhouse there, ANFE House, was officially opened in November 1981 and became a Sunday institution for generations of Italian families.

For more than 40 years, the Newstead building hosted lunches, card games, dances and fundraisers, much of it powered by volunteers and signature dishes such as pasta al ragù and bistecca al piatto.

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But as Newstead morphed from a semi-industrial precinct into a forest of apartment blocks, ANFE’s committee found itself battling familiar inner-city problems: scarce parking, rising costs and declining attendance from older members who struggled with access.

By January 2020, members voted to sell the Newstead premises and look for a site in a less congested suburb where the club could remain viable.

Finding a New Home in Stafford

After inspecting multiple properties, the committee settled on a former indoor sport and recreation building – the old Stafford Fitness Centre – on Stafford Road.

In July 2024, ANFE was formally notified that it had to vacate Wyandra Street, bringing more than four decades in that building to a close. A final farewell event was held on 18 August 2024 before the doors were shut for good the following day.

That decision briefly left Queensland’s Italian community without its familiar inner-city clubhouse. For several months, ANFE’s focus shifted to the construction of its new home and fundraising. In 2025, that goal became reality. 

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New Centre Formally Opens

The formal opening of the new centre was treated as a milestone not just for ANFE but for Queensland’s wider Italian community. The ceremony underscored how much the club’s story mirrors the broader migrant experience. 

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Mr David Crisafulli, the grandson of Italian migrants, reflected on how earlier generations had relied on community support when they arrived with little, and described the new ANFE as “a little corner of Italy in the heart of Queensland”, open to all.

For ANFE’s president, Maria Antonietta Maruca, the daughter of the founder,  the opening carried particular weight. ANFE’s official history notes that Caruso, who also served as ANFE’s national delegate in Australia, spent decades building structures to support migrants and keep families connected.

Caruso died just days before the opening of the Stafford centre. At the ceremony, Maruca described the new premises as “not just a building, but the future of our community”, and said that although her father was no longer physically present, his influence could be felt throughout the project.

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Physically, the Stafford clubhouse remains recognisably an adapted gym: a two-storey building reworked rather than rebuilt, with new landscaping, fresh paintwork and interior changes to carve out dining, function and recreation areas.

Development documents show space allocated for:

  • a main function and dining hall
  • a bar and sports lounge
  • a bocce room
  • a commercial kitchen with pizza oven
  • a museum and culture room.

According to current trading information, the restaurant now opens Thursday to Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and on Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with regular trivia nights on Thursdays running through to December 2025.

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Published 1-December-2025

Local Restaurant Guide – 4031

Kedron and Gosford Park are brimming with hidden culinary treasures, and we’ve tracked down the ones earning the loudest praise. From mouthwatering menus to warm, welcoming atmospheres, these local favourites are winning hearts—and appetites. Here’s where to go when you’re craving something special!

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1. German BierGarten

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4.8 Google Rating

7 Dickson St, Wooloowin QLD 4030     

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Melissa Evans
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A group of us came in for lunch on a wet Wednesday. We had two special needs ppl with us. The young man that met us was lovely and welcoming. He set up the heater for us and talked us through the menu and beer options. The food was delicious and portion size was very generous. The apple strudel was so good and the coffee was perfect. We were checked on often and we left happy and very full.
I recommend coming here to anyone and will come back.

Mason Min
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All the staff were super friendly, and the draft beer they recommended was amazing. I also tried the Schweinshaxe for the first time, it was absolutely delicious! Great vibe overall, and since it’s close to home, I’ll definitely be coming back often ☺️

Gilles D
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Really happy I found this place. We had the goulash and the schnitzel as an early lunch. The first was rich and tasty, whereas the latter was crunchy and just done. The wheat beer was also great.
Both portions were very generous, but I could not resist the strudel. Crunchy, with a soft filling and some really good custard to go with it.
I would absolutely recommend it, and I’ll definitely be back.
Finally, we found a place because we arrived really early. It is likely that a booking would be a good idea for peak hours and large groups.

2. Istanbul 1923

ABOUT ISTANBUL 1923
4.7 Google Rating

385 Gympie Rd, Kedron QLD 4005

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Christopher Marinko
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Unbelievably good! Delicious food, great serving sizes, friendly and fast.
I am certain that you could order ANYTHING on the menu, and be happy. The Calamari was especially delicious aaaanndd the baklava was, in a word, perfection.
With many restaurants in Brisbane serving up average food, this place is a gem 💎
10/5 STARS

bal singh
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We came with no expectations and it exceeded way beyond. Lovely combination of flavours indulging with tender meats. We ordered platter for two and a gourmet dish lamb Guvec. Lamb was so tender and flavoursome. Portion size is generous. Will definitely recommend to all.
Will visit again.

b schlimmer-sinh
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Been here a few times now- always consistent. Exceptional flavours ! Meat platter is a win, dip platter and pide are delicious. Would recommend. BYO is $10 for a bottle, so not a pricey meal at all. Always bring home leftovers 🥰 will be back !

3. Edinburgh Castle Hotel

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4.3 Google Rating

421 Gympie Rd, Kedron QLD 4031

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Edmond William Power
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Legendary service from Brad (who owes me $32!!) and Mason who should join Nueng Muay Thai. Beer cold, food excellent. Pub is so clean you could eat off the floor! Come on down!

Adam Mitchell
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Great pub, local haunt, all visitors are welcome with wide ares.
Friday fishing club meat trays starts at 4:00, Saturday social club trays kick off at 3:00.
Come along for big sports events and join the fun.
Go QUEENSLANDER

heath billin
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Friendly team and an awesome function space.
The room has a screen and projector, sound system and private bathrooms. Really good value food and amazing portion size too.
Great for parties!!

4. Kedron Park Hotel

ABOUT KEDRON PARK HOTEL
4.2 Google Rating

693 Lutwyche Rd, Kedron Park, QLD, 4030

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Dianne North
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Had the perfect pairing. 2 x premium steaks with pepper jack Shiraz 2023. Steaks cooked to perfection and Anjie was awesome !

Lisa
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What a lovely place. The eating area was updated and inviting and had a closed off play area for kids. We went later in the afternoon so it was quieter and we could just relax and enjoy our meals. The food was amazing and delicious. We ordered the share platter that you choose three items from selection (we had lamb kebabs, pork bites and garlic bread), 300gram rump,chips, caesar salad with Dianne Sauce and Salt and Pepper Calamari,chips and salad. You have the option also to sit and catch up in the sports bar and pokies area. Staff are very polite, helpful and welcoming in all the areas.

Heather Ross
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The KP is a long standing and convenient neighbourhood pub where the service is always prompt and efficient. The food is good value for money with an adequate menu range and the environment is family friendly with an enclosed children’s playground.

5. Spice of India

ABOUT SPICE OF INDIA
4.2 Google Rating

385 Gympie Rd, Kedron QLD 4031

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Brett Watkins
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We put in an order online however the kitchen was closed due to renovations . Because we paid they cooked us our dinner anyway and delivered. Wow. Its been a long time since I’ve seen service like that. The food is amazing . Lovely people

Shyam Sunder
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The buffet was great. They hand over the menu and you can order from the buffet menu. They prepare you hot and fresh starters, breads and curries. They prepare the same food again if we request again fresh and hot. The buffet costs $25 pp. It includes 2 non veg starters, 2 Veg starters, 3 non veg curries, 2 Veg curries, rice, naan, desert and salad.

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Mitchell Everlyn
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Amazing place to have dinner! I was here with my family. The service from the staff was incredible, they were very nice and extremely knowledgeable! The food itself provided a depth of flavors and was very filling. It was also very quick to come out. The price of the night overall was very reasonable as well. I would definitely recommend trialling this restaurant for a good Indian cuisine!

Crumbling Kedron Cottage Still Commands $975k in Fierce Renovator Interest

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A dilapidated prewar cottage in Kedron has sold for $975,000 despite needing extensive reconstruction, highlighting the intense competition for character properties in Brisbane’s inner north.

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Set on a 437 sqm block on Oliver Street, the two-bedroom cottage is one of only two original homes left on the street — a rarity in an area increasingly dominated by modern rebuilds. The property required major structural work, with a failing roof, ageing foundations and a likely full lift ahead. Its character-protection zoning meant demolition was off the table, narrowing interest to buyers prepared to take on a substantial renovation.

Bidding opened at $700,000 and progressed in careful $5000 increments as three committed bidders edged forward. Eventually, a builder secured the winning bid, recognising the long-term potential despite the labour-intensive restoration required.

35 Oliver Street Kedron
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35 Oliver Street Kedron
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McGrath Aspley agent Tony Aspinall later explained that the home remained close to its original condition and carried significant charm beneath its visible deterioration. Its position near one of Kedron’s most desirable pockets reinforced its appeal and helped drive the near-million-dollar result.

The sale reflects a broader trend: renovators and builders continue to chase character homes even when they require total rejuvenation, with buyers prioritising land value and future potential over immediate liveability.

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Kedron Family Installs Cameras After Repeated Tyre-Slashing Vandalism

A Kedron household has been forced to invest in security cameras after becoming the target of repeated vandalism that left them feeling unsafe in their own home.

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The family’s ordeal began on 31 October when they discovered their vehicle had been damaged whilst out viewing Halloween decorations in the neighbourhood. What initially seemed like an isolated incident soon became a pattern of deliberate attacks that would continue for nearly two weeks.

CCTV footage installed by the concerned residents captured a woman approaching their property on multiple occasions, damaging tyres on vehicles parked in their driveway. The surveillance system, which cost the family more than $200 to purchase and install, proved crucial in identifying the alleged offender.

“Just feels like we’re being watched,” one resident told The Courier-Mail.

The attacks escalated over the fortnight, with the vandal returning to the property several times. On one occasion, multiple tyres across two different vehicles were punctured in a single night. The woman was captured on camera returning days later, and then again in the early hours of the morning.

The ongoing damage has taken both a financial and emotional toll on the household. With replacement tyres costing approximately $120 each, and multiple tyres damaged across their vehicles, the family eventually stopped replacing them whilst waiting for police intervention.

Queensland Police have now charged a 31-year-old Zillmere woman with three counts of wilful damage. She also faces one count each of possessing utensils or pipes and possessing property suspected of having been used in connection with a drug offence.

The accused is scheduled to appear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on 25 November.

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The incident has left the Kedron residents shaken, highlighting concerns about property security in the suburban street. The family’s decision to install comprehensive CCTV coverage ultimately provided the evidence needed for police to take action.

Published 13-November-2025

Rightsizing, Not Downsizing: Finding More Life in Just the Right Space at Somerset Indooroopilly 

Photo Credit: Aura Holdings

With average life expectancy now stretching into the mid-80s, many Australians are realising that the family home—once a symbol of success—can quietly become a source of work and worry.

Nearly three-quarters of over-75s still live in houses larger than they need, while about 30 per cent are considering a move that fits their lifestyle today rather than the one they built decades ago.

Those themes will be be at the heart of Coffee & Conversations on 12 November 2025, where locals can hear about Somerset Indooroopilly—a new village that allows locals to downsize in the area they know and love.

Photo Credit: Somerset Indooroopilly

Set beside the Indooroopilly Golf Club, Somerset is a series of light-filled apartments around shared gardens, terraces and a café rather than cul-de-sacs and fences. The aim is to make life simpler without making it smaller.

Designed by Cox Architecture and built by Woollam Constructions, the whole complex is shaped around the concept of rightsizing: a lifestyle that trades maintenance for meaning, routine for connection, and isolation for ease.

Photo Credit: Aura Holdings

The shift speaks to a broader cultural change. Retirement communities are no longer seen as endpoints but as extensions of an active life. Research shows residents in such settings are physically healthier, more socially engaged and report higher overall happiness than those ageing alone. It’s less about giving things up than gaining back time—the chance to travel, volunteer or just enjoy an unhurried morning coffee.

Source: Meaningful Aging Australia infographic

Research shows that residents of well-designed retirement villages are more active, more socially engaged and less likely to need hospital care than peers who continue living alone.

People living in retirement communities can experience a reduction in patterns of hospitalisations, have the potential to reduced need for GP visits, and can stay healthy living independently.

RLC Report Better Housing for Better Health

Increasingly, people are choosing communities that give them freedom and flexibility, not just a smaller footprint. In practice, that means more time spent walking, reading, travelling—or simply enjoying a catch-up with friends—without the endless to-do list that comes with a large property.

At Somerset, that philosophy is built into everyday life, capturing that balance through thoughtful design. Apartments open onto gardens and shared terraces; the café hums with conversation; and facilities like the pool, gym, and library encourage activity without pressure.

Photo Credit: Aura Holdings

Each home includes a 24-hour monitored EEVI system for peace of mind, while a Village Manager and Wellness Advisor ensure help is close by but never intrusive. “Knowing the place is managed, looked after and secure—that’s a big factor,” one resident said. “It’s lovely knowing you’re in a safe area, surrounded by good people.”

The community is pet-friendly, the gardens maintained, and the atmosphere quietly sociable. “Moving here gave me freedom,” said another resident. “I can just close the door and go.”

For many, that’s the essence of rightsizing—choosing a space that fits this stage of life as comfortably as the last one did. “When you make the choice sooner rather than later, you give yourself the gift of freedom and the chance to enjoy more of what matters,” Aura Director Mark Taylor said at a recent Somerset event.

Pictured (L-R) Somerset Residents: Elsie, Ross, Elaine and Iris Photo Credit: Aura Holdings

And for anyone curious, participating in Coffee & Conversations on 12 November 2025 offers the simplest introduction: a walk through the gardens, a cup of coffee, and a conversation about how less maintenance can make room for more living.

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Published 6-November-2025

Police Extend Crackdown on Unregistered E-Bikes Along Kedron Brook Bikeway

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A teenager has been charged with 15 offences after allegedly fleeing from police on what appeared to be an e-bike but was legally classified as an unregistered electric motorcycle capable of reaching 75 km/h.

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The incident occurred on 24 October in the carpark of Mercer Park in Kedron, where the boy allegedly took off after police attempted to intercept him. According to Queensland Police Service, he then rode through the public space at speeds of up to 50 km/h before heading towards the Kedron Brook Bikeway.

Plain clothes officers conducting proactive patrols in the area arrested the teen shortly afterwards. Police seized the vehicle after discovering it could reach speeds of 75 km/h and had a power output of 2040 watts, placing it well outside the legal parameters for an e-bike.

Further investigation allegedly linked the boy to several dangerous driving complaints previously reported by members of the public.

The teenager was dealt with under the Youth Justice Act for offences including three counts each of driving without a licence, driving an uninsured vehicle and operating an unregistered vehicle. He also faces two counts of failing to wear a motorbike helmet and single counts of dangerous operation of a vehicle, unlawful driving of a motorbike on public land, driving without due care and attention, and an evasion offence in company.

The arrest forms part of Operation Xray Stamp, which Stafford Police launched in August following complaints from locals about dangerous riding along the Kedron Brook Bikeway. The operation, initially planned as a short-term initiative, has now been extended until Christmas.

Acting Senior Sergeant Adam Hewton said police are working to address community concerns about the illegal use of high-powered devices on the popular bikeway, which is used by families with young children and elderly residents.

He emphasised that many parents don’t realise the serious consequences associated with these vehicles, drawing a comparison to allowing an unlicenced teenager to drive an unregistered car.

Police officers regularly respond to accidents involving these devices, some resulting in significant injuries or death, according to Acting Senior Sergeant Hewton. He stressed that the enforcement action aims to prevent serious injuries and fatalities rather than stop young people from having fun.

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The operation includes ongoing engagement and education activities at local high schools alongside the patrol and enforcement measures.

Published 30-October-2025