Have you been waiting for the next Excess Baggage: Paddington Secondhand Market at The BrisWest Centre? It might excite you to know that it’s almost time to dust off your cupboard, clear your closet, and do some spring cleaning.
If you’re planning to declutter, recycle and make money all at the same time, then round up your stuff and head to the The BrisWest Centre at LaTrobe Terrace on Saturday, the 24th of Aug 2019 for the Excess Baggage Spring Market.
Once there, grab a table and set up the things you want to unload at this community event. Table rates go from $20 to $50 and you can choose from the following set up:
1800mm table inside the hall
$43.29
900 mm table inside the hall
$22.19 (soldout)
1800 mm table outside with shade
$53.84
1800 mm table outside without shade
$43.29
Rates are inclusive of booking fees. Take note that The BrisWest Centre won’t collect any percentage from your profits.
This is a very fun, laidback and informal market but if you have heaps of things to sell, you’ll be allowed to bring one rack. You can also bring your own gazebo if you’ve booked an outside table without shade.
Set up is at 7:00 a.m. while the parking area for unloading your stuff will be open to sellers until 8:30 a.m. The BrisWest Centre will strictly implement a 3:00 p.m. pack up and clean up time.
If you’re coming to the Spring Market just to shop and score second-hand treasures or mingle with the community, you can also order food from the centre’s cafe or order a plate of yummy sausage sizzle. A live band will be playing music to entertain shoppers.
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Since 2014, The BrisWestCentre’s Excess Baggage: Paddington Secondhand Market has been a regular activity in this precinct. The initiative is organized and managed by the Brisbane West Senior Citizens Association.
If you’ve got some curious 8 to 11-year-old children or even teenagers at home who want to try something new while school’s out for the winter break, then sign them up for these short DIY workshops at Biome Eco Store on Latrobe Terrace.
CLASS 1
CLASS 2
School Holiday Workshop: Skin Care for 8 to 11 years old
Thursday, 4 July 2019 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, 9 July 2019 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Kids at this workshop will be taught how to make their own moisturising lip balm, lip scrub and clay face mask, as well as how to use these beauty products.
Photo Credit: Biome Collective/Facebook
CLASS 1
CLASS 2
Teen Apothecary: Skin Care
Thursday, 4 July 2019 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, 9 July 2019 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Teenagers can learn what plant alchemy is about as they try to make their own floral toner, roll-on perfume and clay mask.
Slots are limited for these classes so you have to book early online and pay the $35 fee for class confirm your reservation.
Aside from holding regular DIY workshops, Biome Eco Store offers a range of chemical-free, ethically-produced, and properly labeled beauty products. Founded by Tracey Bailey, this store has five branches in Brisbane, including the Paddington address.
A common complaint about eating plant-based food is the lack of flavour. However, if you’ve ever tried the vegan options at Yavanna in Paddington, then it’s likely that you won’t regret going meatless. You might even keep coming back for more of their tasty (and healthy!) dishes.
Yavanna, located at Latrobe Terrace, will excite you about going vegan or maintaining your plant-based diet. Not only are the choices extensive but the meatless dishes are actually filling, delicious, and creatively concocted.
You would see that the owners of this restaurant are truly passionate about eating healthy just by quickly browsing its menu. Although they offer “cheeseburgers” “chicken satay” or katsu and “hoisin duck soba,” don’t mistake these dishes for the real thing, as Yavanna uses high-quality plant-based ingredients for their food and drinks.
Photo Credit: Yavanna/Facebook
Photo Credit: Yavanna/Facebook
Established in 2018, Yavanna is managed by a group of people committed to changing the world with their vegan lifestyle without sacrificing taste.
The atmosphere at this restaurant is also pleasant and friendly. With a bar to boot, Yavanna is also an ideal place for socialising and fraternising with other people.
Yavanna’s kitchen hours are from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday to Friday. It opens earlier on Saturday or Sunday at 8:00 a.m.
“Best food ever. Best & friendliest staff ever. I’m not saying that just because it’s a vegan place…they really are incredible. If I could go there every day I would totally do it.”
“Absolutely amazing food experience. Perfect spot for vegan foodies, but also just for everyone to enjoy. Good service! Definitely order the spicy Cauli Wings, they are the best. Would recommend 10/10.”
~ Eva Everloo, Google Reviews
“I love coming here for dinner or picking up a take away. Poutine is the standout but other favourites include the fried Brussel sprouts, nachos, chicken schnitzel and a chocolate milkshake.”
The love and loyalty pets shower their owners are second to none and the company of a pet can be the most content feeling, even if you’re just snuggling on the couch together. To reciprocate, why not treat your four-legged pals on a date? Here are 4 pet-friendly restaurants to check out in Paddington.
Atticus Finch Cafe
83 Latrobe Terrace Open from 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
A cushy neighbourhood bar, Atticus Finch serves simple but tasty meals for both humans and pets. Serving breakfast and brunch, this establishment serves delicious Coffee Supreme selections. It’s also the site of many animal rescue events.
Photo Credit: Atticus Finch Cafe/Facebook
“I had a beautiful coffee here. The staff were friendly. The shop is quite busy with both humans and dog friends. Overall, Atticus Finch was a great experience.”
~ Aaron Needer, Google Reviews
The Java Lounge
161 Latrobe Terrace Open from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This cafe’s menu is quite extensive for breakfast and lunch. The Java Lounge has burgers, bagels, quesadillas, couscous, Spanish chorizo, fritters, as well as vegan and gluten-free options. Their drink list also includes a variety of coffees, teas, juices, kombuchas, frappes, smoothies and milkshakes. No doggie meals though but you can hang around with your pet at this cafe for as long as you want.
Photo Credit: The Java Lounge/Facebook
“Java is amazing. We go there religiously. The staff are all amazing, the food is delicious, & the coffee is the best around. They are kid & dog-friendly, & the service is fast & friendly. We just can’t go anywhere else. Love you guys!!!!! Another amazing time this morning. Thank you!”
106 Latrobe Terrace Open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Remy’s can get quite crowded because there are plenty of activities happening here all the time like Taco Tuesday’s, Jazz nights and Monday half-price burgers. This diner serves big meals and drinks with friends but it is set up as a courtyard so it’s perfect for your furry companion.
Photo Credit: Remy’s/Facebook
“Remy’s is a funky local hangout great for breakfast, lunch or dinner. But, if I had to pick a time to go, I would say afternoon/dinner is the best time as the burgers and fries are great every time and there is usually live music at that time. Remys is also a dog friendly cafe which is a massive tick in my book.”
~ Carla Birdy, Google Reviews
Sassasfras of Paddington
88 Latrobe Terrace Open from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This cafe has an airy backyard garden for your pets and a selection of doggie ice creams, puppuccinos and handmade dog treats. Sassasfras serves all-day breakfast, coffees and cakes to indulge without guilt. The restaurant is also big on sustainability.
Photo Credit: Sassasfras of Paddington/Facebook
“Best little spot. Excellent menu. My order was three times the size I’d expect from a cafe. So great value for money. Dog friendly. Cool back court yard. Comfy spot I look forward to visiting again.”
The Government House, located at 170 Fernberg Road in Paddington, opens its doors at least twice a year to the general public.
On Saturday, the 1st of June, the heritage-listed site, which is also known as the Fernberg, will be hosting another Open Day and guided tour from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Visitors to the Government House will have the opportunity to see parts of the property up close for free. Guests will also be allowed to take videos or photos (no flash) of the premises for their keepsakes.
Vendors will be present on the grounds to sell food and drinks during the Open Day. However, guests are also encouraged to bring their own snacks if they want to have a picnic in the gardens. The Australian Army Band Brisbane will be there to provide the music and entertainment.
Since 1910, the governors of Queensland have made the Fernberg their temporary residence. Leaders and royalties of other counties have dined and held meetings at this mansion with Australian officials.
The family of His Excellency, the Honourable Paul de Jersey, has been living at the Government House since 2014. And while visitors might not be able to personally see the governor this Saturday, Gavel, the Vice-Regal Dog, will be there to welcome the public. He’ll also be roaming the grounds all day to greet or play with the guests.
Fashion designer, blogger and influencer Renee Lee of Paddington has a booming clothing rental business on 186 Latrobe Terrace and she recently launched a new High Street Runaway app to take her ideas to the next level.
Young women with formal gowns and hardly-worn dresses taking up space in their closet might want to get on board Ms Lee’s innovation. She has come up with a way for women to rent or sell their outfits using mobile devices via the High Street Runaway app.
Launched in early 2019 and currently in its testing phase among Brisbane users, the app may be downloaded at the App Store for iOS devices.
“High Street Rentals hit the app store earlier this year and we’re currently testing it in the Brisbane market,” Ms Lee wrote on her LinkedIn profile.
“We’ve hit some barriers and are pivoting around them and learning as we go. With a few more updates we will be ready to expose it to a wider market.”
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Ladies between the ages of 17 to 25 have already taken advantage of this latest innovation in the shared economy business model. College students are loaning out their $3,500 clothes to earn $500 in one weekend — not a bad deal at all!
Users love the security of High Street Runaway app as the return of the dress they’ve loaned to strangers may be guaranteed. The app has the following features:
a chat window where the girls can make enquiries about the clothes before closing the deal
a feedback option for both the buyer/renter and seller/loaner
a user identification system that be verified and checked before sending payments.
To better understand how the app works, watch this video below:
“Girls don’t like to wear clothes more than once,” Ms Lee said. “Parents love it too. Instead of dropping thousands before their daughter even walks out the door, they can pull together the same look for much less.”
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Following the app’s launch, Ms Lee, the wife of Phil Lee of the Brisbane Broncos, and co-founder Jo Erzetich have achieved a 400 per cent traffic spike on their online venture. However, they also run a physical store in Paddington, where renters and shoppers could try on the clothes first before closing a transaction.
In the future, Ms Lee intends to expand the app to include accessories rentals or hair and makeup services.
Are you looking for a creative but different way to spend your leisure time in Paddington? The Kimono workshop hosted by Japanese expert Kent Florist could be right up your alley.
You don’t need to be a skillful sewer to make your own Kimono dress as the technique is apparently quite easy to master.
In recent years, modern fashion has embraced the simplicity of Kimono dresses. This garment has become on trend because it can easily turn a dull outfit into a dramatic ensemble without looking too made up.
Kimono jackets or robes can be worn over a pair of skinny jeans or shorts and a basic shirt. Its fabric is comfortable and fun to mix and match with other outfits.
Set for Sunday, the 28th of April 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at 6 Cochrane Street, this Kimono workshop will teach you to make either a hip or thigh-long kimono jacket (haori) to spruce your day-to-day wardrobe or a simple robe (nagajuban) to wear for special events.
The one-time workshop cost $95 per person, which is already inclusive of the kimono cloth and sewing tools like thread and needle. Participants will also be served Japanese sweets and green tea during the break.
Kent Florist specializes in flower arrangements and its owner, Mikiko Inoue, also conducts regular Kokedama workshops for the green thumbs. Ms Innoe also runs For Japan Only, a novelty store that sells vintage Japanese items including Kimono, handbags, and shoes.
Online grocery shopping via Woolworths has now been made more convenient as the superstore, located at 107 Latrobe Terrace in Paddington, recently launched its Delivery Now service.
Under this delivery scheme, Woolworths customers may receive their purchases within a two-hour window. The company is introducing this very first speedy delivery service in Brisbane to keep abreast with the competition.
At least 38 Woolworths sites across Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney have already adopted Delivery Now. Aside from Paddington, residents in these suburbs in Brisbane may also take advantage of the short-term service seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.:
Ascot
Ashgrove
Bulimba
Camp Hill
Spring Hill
The company is looking to expand this service to more stores in Queensland based on the customers’ feedback and demands.
Woolworths’ Delivery Now has a delivery fee of $19 for 30 commonly needed items, such as food ingredients and baby products. When a customer is too sick to get up and buy medication, availing of Delivery Now’s two-hour service will also come quite handy.
This service, however, is different from the superstore’s existing delivery scheme, which charges a $15 delivery fee for grocery purchases amounting to $100 and up. Delivery Now, will also not be able to fulfill purchases of deli items, which requires preparation, and bulky items that might not fit in the delivery vehicle.
At first sight, several buildings and places around Rosalie may seem ordinary, but historical trails such as the Rosalie Heritage Trail will reveal rich stories of the past, all worth revisiting.
The Rosalie Heritage Trail is a 2.1 kilometre-trail that may take a full-hour walk to explore.
Photo Credit: State Library of Queensland
First Stops on Nash Street
Begin your walk on the Rosalie Heritage Trail at the corner of Baroona Road and Nash Street. A commemorative plaque set on this site will tell you that Rosalie had three incidences of the worst flooding — in 1893, 1974 and 2011 — that burdened the village.
Since Rosalie is geographically low-lying, torrential rains expectedly bring some risks. However, amid the damages and the muddy ground, this force of nature will never dampen the spirit of the community as neighbours help clean up Rose Village each and every time.
Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons/Rae Allen
Walk further to Nash Street and visit the Rosalie School of Arts and Commemorative Hall. Opening in 1928, this historic landmark is a memorial to the heroes of World War I. Then, head next door to the Beverly Theatre, the site of the first outdoor movie establishment. Today, however, this area is filled with choice dining places.
Then walk across the other side of Nash Street to find a building with a red roof. This used to be the Tram Shelter No. 6, which was built during the Great Depression and stopped operations when buses came to Paddington in the 1960s.
Crossing Elizabeth Street and Given Terrace
From Nash Street, cross Elizabeth Street, where you’ll find the site of The Little Citizen’s Free Kindergarten, one of the first kindies in Brisbane, which was built in 1935. Today, it’s the C & K Rosalie Community Kindergarten and Preschool.
Turn right when you reach the intersection on Fernberg Road to spot the Marist Brothers Monastery. Walk across the trail to the Given Terrace and you won’t miss the Sacred Heart Church. Restored as a brick building from a modest wood building in 1918, this Catholic institution remains a vital presence in the community.
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About 100 metres away is the Our Lady of Help Christian Convent, which was built in 1919 for the Sisters of Mercy. Five nuns from the congregation arrived in Brisbane during this period to educate Brisbane children at the nearby Sacred Heart School.
More on Fernberg and Haig Road
Retrace your steps from Given Terrace and back to Fernberg Road to find Lucerne. This gorgeous detached house is one of the oldest private residences in Brisbane. Built by the bricklayer James Young around 1862, a part of Lucerne today is a bed and breakfast place.
Continue on Fernberg Road and walk along the beautiful stone kerbs and garden beds. These were built to beautify Brisbane for Queen Elizabeth II’s visit in 1954.
Past the Fernberg planting boxes, cross Baroona Road and you’ll get to the former site of the Milton Congregational Church at the corner of Baroona and Haig Road. Opened in 1887, it was one of the earliest churches in the district. The church was demolished sometime in the 1960s.
Proceed along Haig Road to Gregory Park, named after Queensland’s Surveyor General and one of Australia’s most influential explorers, Sir Augustus Charles Gregory. Gregory Park has ample green space, tennis courts and other sporting facilities, picnic areas, and shaded playgrounds. It’s hard to believe that this used to be marshland.
Walk further along Haig Road and you’ll be in the site of the once premier international tennis centre in Queensland, the Milton Tennis Centre. Since hosting its first Davis Cup match in 1952, the tennis centre managed to host more Davis Cup matches than any other city in Australia. Today, the site is called Frew Park, named after Robert Frew, who was lovingly named as the ‘father of Queensland tennis.’
Bird’s eyeview of Frew Park, former site of the once famous Milton Tennis Centre. (Photo Credit: Brisbane City Council)
There are also other interesting sites worth checking out as you go done memory lane on the Rosalie Heritage Trail. These include the Glenworth villa, the Boondah timbre house, and the Baroona, which is one of Rosalie’s oldest houses, and the Fernberg, Government House.
While some of the sites along the trail are private properties and inaccessible to the public, walking through this trail can give you a glimpse of the rich history of Rosalie.
Paddington is gearing up for an even better housing market in 2019 as strong market demands continue to increase property prices in the suburb.
A recent REIQ report on the latest housing market statistics showed Paddington’s median house price to be amongst the highest in Brisbane at $1,150,000. This shows a 14.7% increase over the last 12 months and 49.5% over the last 5 years. In the 2nd quarter of 2018, there were 32 homes sold in the suburb.
According to property experts, Paddington continues to attract both younger and older buyers due to its affordability as well as its proximity to the city.
Moreover, the suburb also saw a surge of overseas buyers looking for properties with the best rates.
Apart from the affordability of homes, experts have also cited three main factors that lead to better price growth. These are the availability of good retailing, good schools, and good public transport.
Currently, Paddington’s high demand market gets 1,223 property visits per month. This is relatively higher than the average demand in Queensland which is 385 visits per property.
These figures show that the suburb will indeed have a promising market property in the next year.
Aside from Paddington, other Brisbane suburbs to watch out for are Chandler, Indooroopilly, Graceville, and Kippa-Ring.
