A development application for a residential building The proposal features three-bedroom dwellings across one building For more information about developments in your area, follow Your Neighbourhood on Facebook News articles are presented in an unbiased manner from publicly accessible information that includes referenced links for the reader to obtain any further information The facts of the proposed government projects school upgrades and development applications are based on the available information at the time of the published date with information sourced directly from company websites media releases and development application material We reference all our information at the end of the articles and promote the creators with website backlinks Contact us: mail@yourneighbourhood.com.au Australian and Brisbane Heat cricketer Spencer Johnson has scored an off-field win Aussie cricketer Spencer Johnson has scored an off-field win securing a $2.2 million Queenslander home before it hit the market The star paceman and his fiancée Sarah Petherick moved to put down roots in the River City after signing a contract extension to stay on with the Brisbane Heat until at least 2028 two-bathroom renovated character home with a pool on a generous 812 sqm block in the family-friendly suburb of Clayfield It is a second investment property for the South Australian fast bowler and Big Bash champion but the first home he has owned in Queensland Wickets and white pickets for the Brisbane star TV vet’s luxe home sold in secret deal Derelict house most viewed in Australia Manpower mogul’s dream build lands suburb-record sale enlisted Edwards and Smith buyers agent and former AFL player Ely Smith to help with his house hunt it hasn’t been easy to go through homes,” the cricketer said “Ely has been sending lots of houses through and has made the process very easy.” Mr Smith said the property was purchased through negotiation with Ray White Ascot agent Nick Roche Character features blend with modern comfort “For that block size and in a sought-after location very close to the city it could have sold for $2.4m,” Mr Smith said “Sellers are looking for exactly what buyers are “We were able to present an offer with attractive conditions including a very short time for a building and pest report and finance to be completed so for the sellers it was a very clean contract and the sale could be concluded quickly.” While the white picket-fenced home was no fixer-upper it had “lots of potential” with the ambitious new owners planning to raise it and renovate to create a luxury multi-storey property Johnson worked with buyer’s agent Ely Smith to secure the property Johnson and partner Sarah Petherick announced their engagement last year combined “timeless character with modern family living” on a rare large block in one of Clayfield’s most coveted pockets Features included expansive open-plan living areas with high ceilings while outside was a spacious flat lawn and lap pool with sandstone finishes an area in high demand due to its proximity to top schools this home offered strong potential for long-term capital growth,” Mr Roche “It was an exceptional investment opportunity located in one of Brisbane’s key growth corridors.” Records show the home last sold for $1.425m in September PropTrack data shows house prices in Clayfield soared 11.2 per cent over the last 12 months third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. 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change lids If you haven’t had your lid changed by 1 July 2025, submit an online request or phone Council on 07 3403 8888 If you haven’t had your lid changed by 1 July 2025, submit an online request or phone Council on 07 3403 8888 book a trip: How to help the Grampians post-fireWith sales down 20 per cent and tourist towns eerily quiet the region’s winemakers are hoping the public can help them get back on their feet Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime ShareGrampians winemakers have one message for the public after the region’s weeks-long bushfire “We desperately need people to come back and patronise us before too long Don’t leave it too late or businesses will suffer,” says Simon Clayfield With the fire contained and parts of the national park back open he and other winemakers are keen to recover their summer trade which has fallen by an estimated 20 per cent Winemakers Shane Goninon (Mountainside Wines) Tom Guthrie (Grampians Estate) and Simon Clayfield (Clayfield Wines) urge visitors to return to the region.Marcus ThomsonCampers hikers and holidaymakers who normally flock to this part of Victoria over December and January have disappeared “Halls Gap’s normally a bustling country town this time of year but you can probably fire a cannon down the main street at the moment The bushfire that began in mid-December burnt more than 76,000 hectares and led to the evacuation of many towns and the closure of the Grampians National Park Fires last February also ate into the region’s peak season trade About a quarter of Grampians wineries were forced to shut their doors over recent weeks “Christmas time is our busiest time when a lot of people come up to the Grampians and do bushwalking and things like that We get a fair bit of passing trade,” says Clayfield Mount Langi Ghiran is one of several Grampians wineries whose sales have nosedived due to bushfires.SuppliedAdvertisementAt other wineries outside the fire zone the number of visitors plummeted by 60 per cent and sales dropped 20 per cent former president of the local winemakers’ association For smaller wineries not stocked in major retailers no doubt about that … but people want to get back to normal and get back to business,” says Sheehan who’s also general manager of Mount Langi Ghiran winery in the region’s east People can quickly make a difference to a business’s January balance sheet by buying wine online Many wineries have online stores stocked with renowned rieslings lighter styles of shiraz and the region’s signature sparkling shiraz a retro favourite on the cusp of a comeback “They might like them and when they do visit next time they can fill up the car [with wine],” says Clayfield But Sheehan also urges those who can visit the Grampians now to do so Halls Gap reopened on January 8 and parts of the national park followed two days later live music and more.SuppliedFood festival Feast and Forage kicks off on January 13 across western and central Victoria with several events involving Grampians winemakers big-name chefs and cover bands gather for a weekend of wine auctions tastings and more against the backdrop of the national park’s towering ranges It’s a really well-run festival,” says Sheehan How to help Grampians food and wine businesses Running January 13 to February 16, events include sparkling shiraz tastings, gin-blending masterclasses and a brunch highlighting Grampians produce. centralhighlandsgrowers.com.au/forageandfeast Three kilometres of tunnels and underground cellars are hidden beneath Seppelt Great Western. Get a tour of this National Trust-listed architectural marvel followed by a three-course dinner with matched wines underground (January 24, February 15, March 22). seppeltgreatwestern.com.au/underground-dining A long-table dinner in the historic 19th century stables used as Best’s cellar door is planned for February 8. And with just 20 seats, you’ll want to move fast to get a seat. bestswines.com/events Annual autumn festival of local food, wine and fun that’s attracted big names including Poh Ling Yeow and Stefano di Pieri over the past 30 years. Full program to be announced soon. grampiansgrapeescape.com.au news and the hottest openings served to your inbox A development application has been lodged for a new food and drink outlet (including a drive-through) and outdoor dining area located at 830-832 Sandgate Road and 139 Junction Road Designed by Verve Building Design the proposal seeks to establish a fast food restaurant fronting Sandgate Road and retain the retail building fronting Junction Road providing tenancies (Medical/Health Care Food and Drink) and 5 (2 bedroom) Multiple Dwellings The existing single-storey building fronting Sandgate Road will be demolished to facilitate the redevelopment A new slip lane and vehicle entrance is sought from Sandgate Road that provides access to the basement car parking loading area and ancillary ground floor car parking spaces The proposal seeks 12 additional parking spaces in the new layout providing 46 parking spaces across the site The Junction Road vehicle access is retained with new vehicle access provided from Sandgate Road and a new pedestrian entrance and drive-through along Sandgate Road and the intersection corner The planners at Mewing Planning Consultants  state “The site is located within an existing and well-established neighbourhood centre that accommodates a mix of centre activities with the proposed development intended to complement its existing function” “The Applicant proposes a commercial development that appropriately responds to the site’s context and characteristics together with the planning designations under the City Plan The proposed development responds to the site’s inclusion in the Neighbourhood Centre Zone without competing with the function of existing centre activities The proposed development also has regard to the prior approval on the site which extended the centre activities into the Low-medium Density Residential Zone part of the site” “The proposed development responds in design and land use to the level of amenity associated with Sandgate Road and Junction Road as well as the adjoining residential uses; and overall contributes to the consolidation of the Neighbourhood Centre” We encourage you to like the Your Neighbourhood Facebook page to be updated on other projects or developments News articles are presented in an unbiased manner from information publicly accessible that includes referenced links for the reader to obtain any further information Click here to see Canada's most comprehensive listing of projects in conceptual and planning stages Ground has been broken on an eight-acre mixed-use commercial development to be called Clayfield Commons at the gateway entrance to Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake The project will include The Clayfield Hotel 55,000 square feet of retail space and 28,000 square feet of office space Shoppers Drug Mart and The Village Medical Centre The coming additions are spearheaded by John Hawley founder and developer of The Village neighbourhood vice-president of The Village Development Inc The name of the project and renderings were recently unveiled owner of Stratus Vineyards and president and CEO of Teknion for the final phase “With a focus on creating an enduring place loved by residents and visitors alike Clayfield Commons will feature beautiful buildings framing a central square that will serve as a stage for casual gatherings and seasonal events Ample parking has been thoughtfully located to prioritize walkability and the pedestrian experience while simultaneously offering convenient access to the site,” stated a Village Development news release building permits have been received from the municipality He credits the master plan to Andres Duany and his team at DPZ CoDesign Sid Lee Architecture is the architect for The Clayfield Hotel Dewson Architects and Quartek Group are both involved with other retail/office buildings in Clayfield Commons and the landscape design is by SiteC Landscape Architecture The Clayfield Hotel will anchor the north end of the central square and offers guests and locals an engaging contemporary interpretation of Niagara’s history The hotel will have gathering spaces that includes a rooftop terrace The retail and office spaces of Clayfield Commons will place an emphasis on showcasing Niagara entrepreneurs and businesses “Clayfield Commons is an outward expression of our love for Niagara-on-the-Lake and our contribution to its amazing future We are thankful for the many people that have had a hand in designing and building this internationally acclaimed community,” said John Hawley John and I are determined that Clayfield Commons and The Clayfield Hotel reflect an unparalleled commitment to quality and design,” added Feldberg According to the Village Development news release “Clayfield Commons represents a significant investment in the community that will boost local employment and provide essential amenities within a walkable neighbourhood setting The development aligns with Niagara-on-the-Lake’s vision for sustainable growth and community-focused urban planning.” who and how the project is being funded is being kept private at this time A centre for the arts is also being planned and details on this as well as a project timeline will be released in the coming months A grand opening is being planned for May 2026 Your comment will appear after review by the site — A long-delayed project promising nonstop rail service betwe.. — Construction of a phased expansion is underway for a new emergenc.. 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Adam Hawley admits it’s been difficult to keep specifics under wraps as the latest construction phase at The Village in Niagara-on-the-Lake has progressed.  The details on the development that includes a hotel a Foodland grocery store and a business centre were finally unveiled to a packed barrel room at Stratus Vineyards recently.  “There has been a lot of interest in the project,” Hawley told The Local after the unveiling “We were super excited to release some images at our event The residents of The Village are keen to learn more and I know a lot of other people are too.” president of Traditional Neighbourhood Developments Inc. opened the event with the announcement that the new Village centre would be called Clayfield Commons with the Clayfield Hotel as its centrepiece The luxury hotel will anchor the north end of an intricately landscaped central square While leading the audience through a virtual tour of the development vice-president, explained that the square “is a crucial part of our efforts at creating an enduring place loved by residents and visitors alike.” He added that the focus from the start was on the pedestrian experience with “ample and convenient parking thoughtfully located to prioritize walkability while simultaneously ensuring the site was accessible.” “The area around the square will be curbless and finished with stone pavers,” he continued The effect will create an environment where cars slow to a crawl and pedestrians take priority.” The Market at the Village will be moving into a landscaped area in the centre of the square regional vice-president of sales and franchise operations with Hyatt Canada The Clayfield Hotel will be only the second Canadian site to fall under that company’s Hyatt Unbound Collection when it opens “Each has its own story and strong connection to the local community We're proud to see the Clayfield become part of this collection and we believe it will offer something truly distinctive that captures the essence of Niagara-on-the-Lake and adds to its charm.” In an interview with the Local after the formal part of the presentation Lougheed pointed out that the Clayfield Hotel will align well with the other Canadian Unbound property and it is in a vineyard," Lougheed said."It’s very similar with a winery right on its property." He went on to explain that “the uniqueness of the Clayfield Hotel design stands out to us and we love the way the whole project will build a community It’s a place for locals as much as it is a place for visitors.” Lougheed explained that Hyatt Canada will stand behind the Clayfield brand in a “soft-branding” agreement.  “As we look at the design we have to make sure it fits the parameters of our company,” he explained “We have designers who worked closely with (architect and designer) Sid Lee and his team and John and his team to make sure it fits in We’re fully involved in the whole process.” the hotel building will feature 60 rooms and will be connected to 42 two-bedroom suites in a building behind it with access from the hotel via elevated walkways.   “As we pan to the back of the hotel,” explained Adam “you'll notice that the building doesn't really have a back but two fronts,” with the primary entrance on the side that faces The Village The hotel will also feature a restaurant and lobby bar banquet and conference facilities with state-of-the-art audiovisual capabilities a third-floor spa and a rooftop terrace looking out over Stratus Vineyards as Stratus founder and controlling shareholder David Feldberg is a partner in the new development.  also the president and CEO of Toronto-based furniture manufacturer Teknion told the gathering that after completing the LEED-certified Stratus building in 2005 he wanted to enter the hotel business.  “We couldn't really do it on the (Stratus) property given the zoning,” he said who had wonderful property and zoning for the hotel So we got together and we hit it off right from the beginning.” as evidenced in Teknion’s offerings and the Stratus building must certainly have been influential in the architectural renderings shown to the guests The new building that will host a next-generation Foodland “echoes the approach of our original three (commercial) buildings with a more traditional architectural style,” explained Adam adding that the architects involved in the project “have embraced our vision with creativity and excitement,  as the new buildings around our central square showcase more modern architectural expressions.” Adam added that the intention is to have cafe-style restaurants with patios neighbourhood services and lifestyle boutiques to set up shop in the other surrounding buildings “with an emphasis on Niagara entrepreneurs and companies.”  Above the ground floor retail spaces will be second-floor office units for rent The cost of the entire project has yet to be revealed The eight-acre development is expected to open in May 2026 It brings new meaning to the real estate phrase “tightly held”, with the elderly owner downsizing after decades of love and care for the Clayfield Queenslander. The transaction of the picture-book home in one of Brisbane’s most highly-sought suburbs was among the deals that contributed to Domain’s 60.3 per cent national clearance rate on the weekend. From the VJ wall panels to the sage green roof and patterned wallpaper in the kitchen the property was largely original and beautifully positioned on a high point of the street The vendor has witnessed much change in almost a century in the property, not least of all the demand for Brisbane real estate and the prices achieved. In 1973, a typical Brisbane house cost $17,500, Macquarie University data shows. The house is a typical Queenslander – timber, a handsome verandah and elevated. It was bought by a family who will update it, Ray White Ascot listing agent Vanessa Harte said in the agency’s weekend auction report. “The home was cute as a button,” Harte said. The unthinkable happened at the auction for this suburban home Taylor Swift fan pulls off $2.5 million Brisbane auction victory Buyer pays $1.3m million for Queensland cottage that could not be inspected before the auction “It’s had the same owner for 93 years, the seller had lived there since she was three years old. She is now downsizing and her family are assisting with the sale. “It was sold to a family who are going to renovate and live in it.” Harte said owner occupiers and developers were among those in the mix for the keys, because the block spans two titles, encompassing 810 square metres, and can be easily split. The style of home was also a drawcard, she said. “Buyers were attracted to the proximity to the park, plus it was a cute Queenslander with potential to renovate or subdivide,” Harte said. Phil Parker of Ray White auctioned the home, in a suburb where the more than 50 per cent capital growth over five years has landed the median at $1.78 million. Clayfield is regarded as one of the most salubrious suburbs in Brisbane and one of the best schools in the city is in the postcode’s catchment. Historic home on large blocks are a signature of the streetscape, Harte tells Nine’s property team. “It backs on Kalinga Park, which was very unique and it was a big double block,” she says of the home’s appeal. “We had 17 registered bidders and more than 100 people in the crowd – lots of neighbours very interested to see what was going on, because the home has been sitting there, as is. It hasn’t really been changed for 100 years.” The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Heritage hunters will land on good value in Brisbane’s historic suburb of Clayfield Just seven kilometres from the Queensland capital city’s central business district this inner-north suburb is rich with historic character boasting well over 50 heritage-listed buildings Clayfield was recently named in the highly coveted Smart Property Investment’s Fast 50 ranking for 2024 which was released to the public earlier this month If you check the box above before you log in you won’t have to log back into the website next time you return even if you close your browser and come back later The report and ranking combine the insights of a 14-strong investment expert panel and recent housing performance drawn from open-source data and aim to give unparalleled insight into the 50 Australian suburbs that are best primed for future growth Clayfield is a great location for those searching for premium property options the median value for a house in Greater Brisbane as of April 2023 was $781,881 Clayfield also offers more affordable entry points for investors and represents a great choice for strong capital growth potential in a high-demand location The suburb’s 12-month growth comes in at an impressive 20 per cent while the average yearly growth evens out to a still-substantial 8.5 per cent Investors can expect a gross rental yield of approximately 2.2 per cent with rent sitting at an average of $750 per week chair of the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) offers a golden opportunity for those targeting the Brisbane market seeking to purchase units in long-established buildings investors looking for more affordable dwellings could consider inner-city suburbs such as Coorparoo These areas have long since gentrified but generally have a percentage of older established units with affordable buy-in prices,” she said it’s vital to prioritise superior locations as well as seek out smaller complexes with upgrade potential and always be mindful of the potential for new unit oversupply over the short to medium term.” Established is a good word to represent Clayfield and while the area isn’t expected to undergo any rapid change in the years ahead it’s certainly a sure bet as a sought-after location attracted a high level of interest for its residential opportunities since the city’s earliest European settlements That history can be seen all around the suburb in historic buildings and names that hint at its historic roots points to the reason why much of Brisbane’s north became home to European residential development Clayfield refers to the fine white-grey sedimentary clay mined in the area and used in local brickworks which gave rise to the area being called “the clay fields” This industry was a prime reason for the growth of housing in the inner north Brisbane for the city’s colonial residents many of whom found employment in the burgeoning industry And while it’s no longer an industrial hotspot it still caters to the city’s workers with some of the best access of any Brisbane locale it’s an attractive amenity for CBD commuters who will find themselves just five stops from central The station also provides services to Brisbane Airport Doomben and Caboolture alongside Brisbane CBD and connects to numerous bus routes that snake through the surrounding area find a wealth of kid-friendly reasons to base themselves in Clayfield inner-city locations like Clayfield are set to attract further interest as the city and larger south-east area benefit from a projected $8.1 billion economic boost including $4.6 billion in tourism and $3.5 billion in social improvements To see which other Queensland suburbs made the list, click here An offer refers to a conditional proposal made by a buyer or seller during a transaction for an asset or property which becomes legally binding when accepted by both parties Copyright © 2007-2025 Smart Property Investment A major commercial development is coming to the gateway entrance of Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake and now residents can know what it will look like The Village announced the Clayfield Commons an eight-acre mixed-use project featuring retail The development is set to be completed by May 2026 “I don’t think there’s been any bigger investment in Niagara-on-the-Lake that I’m aware of — we’ve lived here for some time,” said John Hawley Hawley did not disclose the exact cost of the project But he says the development is expected to make millions of dollars annually and create at least 350 full-time jobs along with hundreds of part-time positions “I think it will certainly be a tremendous asset for the future of Niagara-on-the-Lake,” he said Construction is already underway at 111 Garrison Village Dr., where a 102-room Clayfield Hotel is being built as part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt. A new two-storey “next generation” Foodland is also in the works Hawley said the Village has full architectural control over the grocery store which is why it is being called a “next generation” Foodland Clayfield Commons will offer 55,000 square feet of retail space with seven to eight new establishments and 28,000 square feet of office space The site will include ample parking and a central outdoor square for events “(We) plan to have scheduled events on the outdoor square on a regular basis,” he said “We really wanted to create a place that people love and will The development will feature a café and up to three restaurants with a focus on highlighting creators and entrepreneurs in the Niagara region “We really want to showcase that,” he said The Clayfield Commons site already features a CIBC Hawley and his family are developing the site with David Feldberg owner of Stratus Vineyards and President and CEO of Teknion “John and I are determined that Clayfield Commons and The Clayfield Hotel reflect an unparalleled commitment to quality and design,” said Feldberg in a news release issued by the Village on April 16 the Farmers’ Market @ the Village will continue this year but we don’t want to stop and (want) to carry on this year,” he said paigeseburn@niagaranow.com  Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" A trophy corner retail site in one of Brisbane’s most sought after suburbs is being brought to market with RWC Retail’s Lachlan O’Keeffe and Michael Feltoe Located at 828-830 Sandgate Road Clayfield Villaggio is situated on a a 3,608sqm corner site fronting one of the highest-profile intersections in all of Brisbane with exposure to more than 51,800 vehicles daily modern retail centre which will provide over 1,000sqm of additional gross floor area and dual road access which Mr O’Keeffe said was in high demand through this precinct “Following the closure of Toombul Shopping Centre demand for retail space in this precinct is surging with tenants struggling to find a new location,” he said “The new and improved development of this site will prove hugely popular for these tenants.” The trophy site is situated 6km north of the Brisbane CBD and is currently improved by a mixed-use centre that provides a diverse income stream with retail office and residential tenants including Terry White Chemmart and Getta Burger Mr Feltoe said they had already witnessed strong demand for retail investments in Clayfield this year with the highly sought after combination of a diverse holding income and immediate development upside appealing to passive investors and developers alike,” he said The property is being offered for sale via expressions of interest The sparkling swimming pool at 31 Armagh Street A prestige home has set the suburb record for the year after a nail biting auction in Brisbane’s northeast just over half a million dollars less than the suburb record The champion sized tennis court at 31 Armagh Street The lucky new owners of the home are Brisbane locals Director of Place Estate Agents Clayfield Drew Davies said he expected every piece of attention that the property got “The owners put a lot of love into the property it was designed under the brief of mid-century resort and it delivered on that brief We’ve had a lot of very genuine interest from passive buyers that are looking for a north south facing tennis court and the spectacular design on top make the property what it is “I am seeing a huge amount of interest in ultra high end homes This is the strongest I’ve ever seen the prestige market in ten years We’re no longer trying to marry up the perfect buyer with the perfect property “My advice to buyers heading into auctions is always starting with a strong bid Step inside the Starlight Bar at 31 Armagh Street Real estate myths buyers and sellers need to ignore The spectacular kitchen at 31 Armagh Street Clayfield is equipped with a butlers pantry “When you get a great sale at the higher end of the market it reinforces where Brisbane is going and how many people have great faith in our market Buyers are prepared to put their money where their mouth is MORE PROPERTY NEWS The beauty of a bygone era is evident in every corner of a meticulously maintained Queenslander which has a history that dates back over a century five-bedroom residence set on a 2762sq m corner block at 165 Adelaide Street East in coveted Clayfield It was designed in 1907 by the renowned architect Robin Dods even the Australian Mercantile Land and Finance Woolstores in Teneriffe The home comes complete with a grass tennis court and swimming pool and could be lifted from the pages of a turn of the century novel courtesy of its flagstone pavers wraparound verandas and decorative timberwork Sarah Cox and her family have been the custodians of Rangemoor since 2010 after falling in love with its character and quintessential Queensland charm “We lived around the corner and I’d always admired it,” Ms Cox said “It has the most incredible street appeal and we were so lucky that it happened to come on the market just as we were looking to upsize.” the home includes a central courtyard with Frangipani tree French doors opening out onto the verandas The residence has featured on television shows such as Building Australia But for Ms Cox it has simply been a much-loved retreat where she and her husband raised their four children MORE: Why buyers won’t get to see inside this Brisbane CBD cottage How viral ‘floating’ bathtub works explained “We’ve had so many special occasions here,” she said Christmas gatherings with the extended family on the veranda or under the mango tree and once we even hosted my son’s entire class for a camp out sleepover on the tennis court.” The property’s size has allowed for the occasional rugby training session in the front yard while Ms Cox said her children loved growing up with their own space and connection to nature the first thing we noticed was the birdsong,” she said but you’re close to the airport and the city.” Rangemoor has been meticulously maintained during the family’s time living there a new swimming pool and poolside pavilion were built at the rear “It’s a home that harks back to another time but it’s comfortable and has this beautiful warm feeling to it,” Ms Cox said Key to the house’s design is its single level layout which Ms Cox said made it ideal for multi-generational living while its position enables it to take full advantage of the seasons “In summer you get this cooling breeze from the front but in winter the northerly sun provides light and heat,” she said “It’s a house that truly breathes and it has effortlessly weathered all conditions for over a century.” After 14 years as the custodian of her historic Clayfield Queenslander Ms Cox said the time had come to downsize now her children had left home “I really feel privileged to have been part of its story and have never taken that for granted but our hope is that someone will love it as much as we have,” she said the streets of Albion and Clayfield are filled with bustling cafes Some of the best finds are nestled in between warehouses in the most unassuming of streets – a real hidden treasure hunter’s dream The eclectic mix of history and new age funk is what gives these two suburbs such a unique flavour Discover the businesses that make these suburbs shine is forever ingrained in the spirit of generations of Brissy locals This hotel’s winning formula has stayed the same for decades – unbeatable steak you can wander through four different function rooms Sitting on Sandgate Road in a stunning heritage-listed building Olive Thyme has been an unassuming space for the past three years from the outside But one step inside and you are immediately transported to a local family-run restaurant in Turkey thanks to the aroma of spices and carefully curated antique décor Proud husband and wife owners (and self-confessed food enthusiasts) Yalcin and Sibel bring their love of traditional Turkish food to the people of Brisbane and beyond Each recipe on the menu has been passed down from generations and all of it is made with love and passion – Yalcin often getting in touch with his inner child in the process “We feel like Olive Thyme is our home and our guests are our best friends,” says Sibel or family catch-ups with the kids (there’s even a dedicated children’s play area) Yalcin and Sibel’s team are ready to make sure everyone who walks through their doors feel like they’re right at home the amazing flavours of their Turkish heritage sings through every dish on the menu such as the grilled WA octopus the chef’s special creation dish of haloumi Turkish garlic sausage with fig purée Pair them with a huge range of local and imported wines from all over the world and relish in a truly heartfelt dining experience Many locals will hear the name Fonzie Abbott and immediately think of their delicious and smooth everyday coffee blend but over the years the roastery has evolved into something so much more than just great coffee you’ll find the moody and humble Fonzie Abbott headquarters casually dishing out beers and pizza at the award-winning onsite distillery and Taproom Fox St Cafe and the Taproom are also available for private hire catch them roasting their famous coffee beans and serving up great food and grazing boards amongst friends all with the Tune-Up Barbershop upstairs to nip in for a quick haircut You could say it’s a one-stop shop for everything you need in a weekend “People said I was crazy to start a business competing in four of the most competitive and saturated industries – food and spirits – but we have pulled it off and it’s buzzing with excitement,” says owner and founder Fonzie Abbott’s offerings cater for every kind of craving Grab your mates for a round of pool at the Taproom and don’t forget to grab some merch on your way out Having just celebrated 25 years since opening Clayfield Hairlines is reminiscing on their success and client relationships – but not without looking forward These are just a few of the titles that make up the founder of Clayfield Hairlines Starting her apprenticeship at Clayfield Hairlines just after finishing her final year of high school Simone and her team of passionate hair stylists and colourists just celebrated 25 years of opening the salon this April – talk about a milestone It’s their ability to constantly build meaningful relationships with clients that make Clayfield Hairlines more than just a hair salon Clayfield Hairlines offers an escape from the hustle and bustle lifestyle – a sanctuary that prides itself on making each individual person feel like the best version of themselves It’s no wonder Simone says she loves “catching up on the latest episode of you,” when a familiar face walks into the salon With over 30 years of experience in the industry (and taking over the established business from her former boss) striking the right hairstyle for each client’s unique lifestyle is at the forefront of Simone and Clayfield Hairlines’ work Each stylist has gone through thorough training and taken on fundamental skills that enable them to offer advice in all areas of hair whether that’s difficult hair corrections Perched amongst the picturesque and historic surroundings of Queensland Cricket and Allan Border Field is The Pavilions a refreshed vision for hosting events with ever-impressive views this charming venue is suited to any event and renowned culinary delights cooked on-site by experienced chefs The Pavilions have everything you need to make your next function unforgettable Look no further than 12RND Fitness Clayfield This world-class boxing concept founded by world champion boxer is designed to get you into peak fighting shape Find full-body workouts (12 x 3-minute rounds) every day with a highly experienced trainer to guide you through every session But it’s not just about the workouts Their members often say they come for the workout and stay for the fun there really is nothing better than the feeling of freshly cut or styled hair to give yourself a little boost of confidence you can rest assured your hair will be in the best hands Insta-post-worthy salon are made up of six hairdressers each with their own personal style and unique specialty specialises in full-coverage bright blondes and balayage – she’s also the plant mum of the salon is your go-to for all things to do with scissors From short to curly and everything in-between the queen of colour corrections and bright blondes Shayla is always up for a good chat with her clients which you’ll find is a lot like her personality is the resident blow-dry queen who is known for her conversation-starting tats and killer sense of fashion who specialises in your fashion colours – think bold and bright you’ll find the BLKAVE team promote a healthy work-life balance and team culture like no other salon When a renowned interior designer launches a furniture and homewares store Highgate House is Brisbane’s leading interior design and decorating firm – a brand synonymous with classic Highgate House offers an enviable selection of ready-to-go furniture as well as custom made pieces Director Leigh Boswell has carefully curated a range of Australian crafted sofas and a wide selection of truly beautiful artwork and bedroom furniture and unique accessories – (Ed’s note: the custom bed heads are sensational and I love the luxury bedding) It’s well worth a visit if you’re updating a room or furnishing your whole home “Whilst interior design will always be the core of our business we are so excited to offer such an extensive range of quality interior products that are immediately available to add a touch of Highgate House to your home,” Leigh said To prevent a paywall or annoying pop-up ads we sometimes need to publish sponsored content but we only promote brands that we think are doing great things and our readers will love By entering my email I agree to the STYLE Privacy Policy (we won't share your data & you can unsubscribe at anytime) A LANDMARK federation home has smashed the price record for one of Brisbane’s most exclusive suburbs and notched up one of the biggest residential sales of 2018 The magnificent property had been the home of the late Sir Edward and Lady Dorothy Williams and their eight children who grew up playing within its massive 3317 sqm grounds after selling for the first time in six decades for the princely sum of $7 million The Queenslander was home to the late Sir Edward and Lady Dorothy Williams for 60 years The home at 150 Adelaide Street East is on a huge 3300 sqm of land Daughter Zilla Lyons told The Courier-Mail her parents bought the house in the late 1950s “They also needed space for their growing family (the first seven of their eight children were born in nine years) and accommodating all those children necessitated some practical modifications to the original layout,’’ she said The formal dining room inside the house at 150 Adelaide Street East This included turning what was originally a billiard room into a “glamorous girls’ dormitory’’ and enclosing a back veranda to provide a large sunroom during winter She said a little house near the tennis courts was built as a wonderful Christmas present for the girls which they treated like a large dolls’ house The property comes with two championship-sized tennis courts Sir Edward Williams was a respected Queensland legal identity Chairman of the Commonwealth Games in 1982 and Commissioner General of Expo 88 Many of the six-bedroom home’s original period features have been preserved including the grand entry foyer which leads to formal dining and lounge rooms The entry to the home at 150 Adelaide Street East Other features include ornate plaster and pressed metal ceilings There are two championship sized tennis courts and a swimming pool One of the six bedrooms in the home at 150 Adelaide Street East Ray White New Farm agents Christine Rudolph and Matt Lancashire negotiated the sale of the property which eclipses the previous record for Clayfield of $6.75 million achieved in 2017 for a property at 108 Oriel Road It is also the fifth highest residential sale in Brisbane this year according to CoreLogic records with the biggest sale belonging to a property at 110 Virginia Ave The house retains original period features such as leadlight windows and pressed metal ceilings A development application has been lodged for Multiple Dwellings Designed by ALTO Architects  the proposal is for thirteen (13) units of a low-medium density nature with a maximum building height of 4 storey (less than 11.5m in height) fronting Bellevue Terrace Private open space is provided in the form of ground level courtyards (35sqm minimum) and balconies (ranging between 17.4sqm to 110.99sqm) 163sqm (13.42%) of communal recreation area is provided on the rooftop (Level 3) Additional unit storage space is provided on the first floor for each unit The proposal contains 24 car park spaces (including 22 resident space and 2 visitor spaces) in the basement/ground floor with access taken via Bellevue Terrace The planners at Town Planning Alliance state “the built form employs a range of innovative design elements / features that ensure a well articulated façade and a high level of streetscape appeal The proposed design dedicates a significant portion of the site to deep planting and private open space areas thereby supporting an appropriate balance between built form and landscaped open space the design adopts the use of high quality landscaping to soften the built form and provide for a high degree of streetscape appeal” though proposes a total site cover of 760sqm (62.6%) The site is a 1,213sqm rectangular shaped lot identified in the Low-Medium Density Residential Zone and the Clayfield – Wooloowin District Neighbourhood Plan A development application has been lodged for a Childcare Centre Designed by Elevation Architecture the proposal seeks an Childcare Centre with a two (2) storey retained existing dwelling which will retain the maximum building height (majority under 9.5m high) The proposal seeks to provide a streetscape that keeps with the neighbourhood form The proposal will demolish a large portion of the existing house and retain and protect the existing pre-1947 building to be intergrated into the childcare centre The ground level to the rear will be for activity and sleeping rooms The upper storey will consist of a reception area activity rooms and a raised outdoor play area The proposed child care centre includes a under croft car parking area providing 12 car park spaces (one (1) PWD) The proposed seeks all vehicle and pedestrian access via Bayview Terrace The planners at Viva Property Group state “the proposed Childcare centre use is subject to Impact Assessment within the Low-medium density residential zone it is considered that the proposed use is appropriate for the zone and can demonstrated that it complies with the intent of the Low-medium density residential zone code The proposal includes 446.7sqm of gross floor area (GFA) on the 823sqm site We encourage you to like the Your Neighbourhood Facebook page [swt-fb-likebox url=”https://www.facebook.com/yourneighbourhood.com.au” width=”340″ height=”500″ tabs=”timeline,events,messages” hide_cover=”false” show_faces=”true” hide_call_action=”false” small_header=”false” adapt_container_width=”false”] [swt-fb-likebox url=”https://www.facebook.com/yourneighbourhoodperth” width=”340″ height=”500″ tabs=”timeline,events,messages” hide_cover=”false” show_faces=”true” hide_call_action=”false” small_header=”false” adapt_container_width=”false”] [swt-fb-likebox url=”https://www.facebook.com/yourneighbourhoodnorthqld” width=”340″ height=”500″ tabs=”timeline,events,messages” hide_cover=”false” show_faces=”true” hide_call_action=”false” small_header=”false” adapt_container_width=”false”] News articles are presented in an unbiased manner from information publicly accessible that include referenced links for the reader to obtain any further information We reference all our information at the end of the articles and promote the creators with website back links Brisbane independent school Clayfield College will add an extra class in each Year level from Prep to Year 5 in 2023 the move is in response to strong enrolment demand from local families “We already have families on waiting lists for these Years and with continued strong enquiry levels and demand for our Tours we felt it was the right time to announce the increase and allow families time to plan their educational arrangements for 2023,” Dr The College is undergoing historic changes as it prepares to welcome boys into Year 7 for the first time in 2023 the College is co-educational from Pre-Prep to Year 6 Boys will be added to the Secondary School one cohort at a time until the College is fully co-educational in 2027 The College is pioneering a Parallel Learning Model which combines the advantages of single sex and co-educational education truly offering the “Best of Both Worlds”.  “Families are appreciating the opportunity for a co-educational offering at one of Brisbane’s finest schools and with an enviable heritage and a bright Clayfield is well placed to truly offer an exceptional educational experience’,” Dr A passionate educator with global experience joins the Junior School to champion student growth The program will help Year 7-9 students develop healthy screen habits and make better decisions online Don't miss the chance to spotlight your school's success and impact Copyright © 2025 KM Business Information Australia Pty Ltd The Latest Stage in the $6.9 Million Dollar Intersection Upgrade for Sandgate and Junction Roads Designed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (The Department) the proposal is sought to improve safety at this intersection for pedestrians This Stage is the last stage outlined by the Department at the intersection with upgrade works to modify lanes The works are outlined to be 6 months in duration and begin in mid 2016 The upgrade works are being carried out in the following stages: The Department outlines that this intersection at Sandgate and Junction Roads Clayfield is one of the busiest in the Brisbane metropolitan area with more than 51,000 vehicles passing through each day Proposed works to be included in the upgrade are: Source: The information is available on the Department of Transport and Main Roads Website (Released 28 July 2016) Sandgate and Junction Roads intersection upgrade Clayfield has undergone a major renovation A heritage-listed church built in 1938 has undergone a major transformation and is ready for sale Converted ‘doll house’ sets new street record Is it wise to buy in a housing boom? Is this Australia’s cheapest waterfront home for sale? The property at 21 Vine Street, Clayfield is perched on a 1012 sqm block including a sprawling octagonal living zone Converted from a church to a much-loved home in 2012-13 the art-deco masterpiece has five-bedrooms and four bathrooms Elever Property Group director Jason Bond said no-expense was spared during the four-year restoration and conversion by Neylan Architecture Mr Bond said there were heated New York marble tiles in the master bathroom “It’s a really cool property,” Mr Bond said design and those who like a good warehouse conversion “It’s for people who love that industrial kind of place.” Mr Bond said his phone had been “blowing up” with interest since listing the property for sale “I’ve had a few calls from people who have moved here from Melbourne and those who just love this style of property,” he said No expense was spared renovating 21 Vine Street There is a self-contained studio with a Travertine ensuite and private entrance (formerly the Sunday school) with another wing dedicated to two more bedrooms and bathrooms with heated towel rails Hansgrohe Pura Vida fixtures and Michelangelo toilets fringed with a traditional wrought-iron fence and restored roof goes to auction on May 22 at 1pm FOLLOW QLD REAL ESTATE ON TWITTER AND FACEBOOK *Sign up to The Courier-Mail Weekly Real Estate Update.Click hereto get the latest Queensland property news delivered direct to your inbox Dexus managed Healthcare Property Fund – which delivered a high 10.9 per cent return for the year to June 30 – has paid $36.5 million for the College Junction commercial complex in Brisbane’s north Clayfield The trust also announced today that it secured a $70m investment from a local institutional partner The injection is anticipated to be spent on other healthcare occupied assets Dexus is the manager and one of six DHPF investors College Junction was completed three years ago and incorporating the facade of the 1921 Durham Place it contains 3118 sqm of lettable office space and a basement car park A small (154 sqm) part of the complex is for lease (story continues below) The anchor tenant is Qscan Radiology Clinics but several other healthcare related businesses are also based there The weighted average lease expiry is 8.8 years Clayfield Properties paid $3.05m for the retail arcade on a 1492 sqm plot which made way for College Junction in 2014; at the time Savills’ Gregory Woods and Daniel Pepper sold it this time around DHPF expects to settle on the medical centre the fund’s portfolio is valued at $654m and diversified by location The wholesale and open-ended unlisted fund has a weighted average lease expiry of 27 years A former property analyst and print journalist Marc is the publisher of realestatesource.com.au Forgot your password? You will receive mail with link to set new password Back to login The Weekly SOURCE is published by DCM Media (WCIV) — (UPDATE 6:30 p.m.) Dorchester School District Two officials confirmed that DD2 bus service will resume normal operations on Tuesday March 4 for the Herons Walk and Azalea Ridge neighborhoods (UPDATE 5 p.m.) Dorchester County government officials announced that Clay Field Trail at Summers Drive is reopened with the temporary access road from Delemar Highway remaining open until 7 p.m (UPDATE 3 p.m.) - Bus riders from Herons Walk and Azalea Ridge neighborhoods will need to be picked up from school Monday according to Dorchester School District Two officials This is the result of a gas line being hit by an excavator (UPDATE 1:30 p.m.) - Crews have opened up a temporary one-lane access to Highway 165/ Delemar Highway for residents to utilize to enter and exit Summers Corner Police will be on scene to help direct traffic (ORIGINAL STORY) First responders are on the scene Monday at Clay Field Trail in Summers Corner after an excavator struck a high-power pressure gas line according to the Dorchester County Government The incident has led to the closure of the roadway which will remain shut until authorities determine it is safe to reopen Some residents told News 4 Clay Field Trail was the only entrance/exit to the neighborhood Monday Those in the vicinity are advised to adhere to the instructions of on-site responders and to stay indoors if possible Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time A gunman is still on the run following a shocking daylight shooting in Brisbane's north on Tuesday As police combed through security footage for clues his victim was recovering from non-life-threatening injuries on Tuesday after flagging down a passerby to take him to hospital A loud bang broke the peace and quiet outside Red Rooster in wealthy Clayfield about 12.45pm Tuesday sending emergency crews rushing to the shopping centre on the corner of Bonney Avenue and Sandgate Road But by the time they arrived both the shooter and his 29-year-old victim were gone Reported shooting outside Clayfield shopping centre.Credit: 7 News Queensland The shot man had begged a shocked passerby for a lift to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital "I heard a loud bang and some man just came running toward the car and jumped in and said 'I've just been shot take me to the hospital'," the woman It's understood the victim was known to police and is refusing to assist them with their investigation The shooter had fled along Sandgate Road in a red Mitsubishi sedan Inspector Mick O'Dowd appealed for calm and stressed the two men knew each other "I'm not concerned that there's a male person running randomly around Brisbane taking shots at people," he said There was still no sign of the gunman late Thursday evening and even less was known for certain about how the shooting itself unfolded Police said there was an altercation between two men before one got into his car and possibly drove away before coming back to shoot the other outside the Red Rooster franchise "We just heard a bang and the guy actually had ran past our store and chucked all the chairs over," witness Jonnabell Pepperdene said "Then we saw the car zoom past and then he was like screaming 'ow But a staff member at one of the shopping centre businesses said the victim was shot after being confronted by three men The staff member said people in her shop ran into their coolroom while the three men fled in a black Holden "They shot and they ran," she said Don't miss important news stories. Like us on Facebook A gunman is still on the run following a on Tuesday The shot man had begged a shocked passerby for a lift to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital \\\"I heard a loud bang and some man just came running toward the car and jumped in and said 'I've just been shot It's understood the victim was known to police and is refusing to assist them with their investigation Inspector Mick O'Dowd appealed for calm and stressed the two men knew each other \\\"I'm not concerned that there's a male person running randomly around Brisbane taking shots at people,\\\" he said \\\"We just heard a bang and the guy actually had ran past our store and chucked all the chairs over,\\\" witness Jonnabell Pepperdene said \\\"Then we saw the car zoom past and then he was like screaming 'ow The past two years have been outstanding for Australian space enthusiasts the long-awaited Australian Space Agency (ASA) officially began its work the $245 million SmartSat Cooperative Research Centre was announced Startups Fleet and Myriota have made it into orbit and money is making its way into new businesses No longer just for governments or massive aerospace entities “One of the key changes in the Australian space sector has been the explosion of private investment in small commercial space startup companies,” explains Dr Kimberley Clayfield Leader of the CSIRO Space Technology Future Science Platform she was juggling three jobs: Program Leader of the Defence Materials Technology Centre’s (DMTC) High Altitude Sensor Systems (HASS) Program Leader of the Satellite Technologies and Ground Operations Team in the CSIRO Centre for Earth Observation and Leader of the CSIRO Space Technology Future Science Platform Her multi-hat-wearing professional life takes in “space strategy program management and technology development and the implementation of new space-related activities and capabilities” at the organisation Within Australia’s community of professionals with their eyes on the sky Clayfield said the CSIRO has a vision to “become a technical and operational lead for Australia’s space activities The ASA will bring Australia to the international table and include an aim to help “triple Australia’s space economy to $12 billion and create up to 20,000 jobs by 2030” “That has created a huge amount of enthusiasm and focus on Australia from the rest of the globe,” Dr Peter Moar Entrepreneur in Residence and Senior Lecturer at La Trobe University “There’s a lot of interest and investment in projects and there’s also been venture capital that’s coming into the country at an amazing rate.” through the new Space Technology Future Science Platform CSIRO is investing more than $16 million in developing new cutting-edge space capabilities and technologies to support this industry growth target The Future Science Platform is investing in three priority areas: space services (including Earth observation) space object tracking (including Space Situational Awareness) and space exploration and utilisation (including space mining and space biomedicine) CSIRO’s space engineering history is long and proud It includes the organisation’s role in receiving footage — via the Parkes Telescope — of the first moonwalk in 1969 and developing the technology — via black hole research — now known as WiFi Director of Cyborg Dynamics Engineering and Chair of Engineers Australia’s National Committee on Space Engineering said Australia’s strengths include good downstream services and a large land mass covering a range of latitudes “This enables excellent launch capabilities with low risks We need to build on core technology and create a sovereign launch and satellite manufacturing capability to be internationally renowned,” he told create “This would provide us with end-to-end space services and downstream services can then easily follow due to a low barrier to entry in the market.” Australia is set to operate an Earth observation satellite over which it has tasking control Making the most of the opportunities will require policy coordination and strategy — two long-standing areas of fascination for Clayfield “In a way I actually see policy development — this might sound a bit weird — as not that dissimilar from engineering in that they are both problem-solving activities that require some creativity,” she said having technical as well as some policy understanding While individual technologies are fascinating Clayfield was always interested in “the bigger picture” This was intensified when she attended the Space Generation Summit at the World Space Congress in 2002 an opportunity to learn about how national and international policy settings informed space activity strategies “I realised how vital it is to understand policy “The technology alone is not enough to successfully motivate such large undertakings and build strong industries.” After deciding this was where her future would be Clayfield completed the International Space University’s (ISU) Space Studies Program at the same time as she was finishing her PhD in engineering An Executive MBA at ISU followed in 2011 and 2012 In 2005 she landed a role as Assistant Manager she co-authored a policy proposal to Cabinet that led to the four-year Australian Space Research Program in 2009 In 2008 she began the second of two “dream jobs” at CSIRO I’d had the same position title since I joined CSIRO but the actual content of my role is always changing work on a lot of different projects — different disciplines areas of space application — so it’s always exciting,” Clayfield said very easy to maintain my enthusiasm over that time — and where else could I combine national space policy and technical space program management?” Clayfield has earned numerous awards during her time at CSIRO including a place in the 2010 Australia’s Most Inspiring Young Engineers list the inaugural International Astronautical Federation Young Space Leader award in 2013 and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Lawrence Sperry Award in 2014 She was the first Australian to win the Lawrence Sperry Award Previous winners include former NASA Flight Director and Apollo 13 hero Gene Kranz “To have your name on a list with Gene Kranz is pretty surreal and quite overwhelming really,” Clayfield said “It’s a great honour to have had my work recognised that way.” Clayfield also spent 15 years as volunteer Program Director of the South Australian Space School She co-authored a 2017 longitudinal study on participants over 20 years of the program which aims to focus Year 10 and Year 11 students on STEMM (science “Not many of them actually ended up working directly in a space field — which is not surprising because the space industry in Australia is not huge anyway — certainly not for the 20 years before now — but quite a significant number of them did go into STEMM-related study or professional field,” Clayfield said the CSIRO has sharpened its focus on work with industrial impact The CSIRO provided seed funding for DMTC’s HASS program Clayfield oversees four industry-public research collaborations One of these addresses challenges around creating 3D-printed and cast CubeSat parts for space out of low thermal expansion alloys This seeks to overcome problems caused by the huge thermal gradients on small structures travelling in space “One side of them is facing the sun and one side of them is facing deep space,” said Clayfield of the work which is being carried out by the University of New South Wales Canberra and focuses on using the nickel-iron alloy invar in CubeSat structures “You want a very stable structure if you want to have very accurate imaging capabilities or pointing capabilities for your optics.” The growing market for specialty nanosatellites represents an area where Australia could provide solutions for a global market Such projects build the ability to provide such solutions “Space engineering is probably the highest art of engineering in terms of you’re putting a device into a hazardous environment that you can’t just easily grab again and bring into the workshop who led La Trobe’s team in its collaboration with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) on DESIS (DLR Earth Sensing Image Spectrometer) could increase its industrial strength is in Earth observation (EO) EO economic output is worth more than $5 billion a year in Australia Australia has acknowledged world-class capabilities in data analytics and applications development but it has never owned and operated its own EO satellites Clayfield’s organisation is aiming to change that It has invested $10.45 million in acquiring a 10 per cent share of “tasking and acquisition” for Surrey Satellite Technologies’ NovaSAR-1 This complements the development of the Australian owned and operated CSIROSat-1 (CSIRO Scientific InfraRed Observing Satellite) CubeSat which features Australian SME Inovor Technologies as a collaborator on design and build This would be a much-needed shift from the country’s dependence on other nation’s space-based infrastructure for Earth observation “That small portion of [NovaSAR-1’s] orbital duty cycle doesn’t sound like very much we’re going to use our 10 per cent of that’,” Roger Franzen Earthspace Consultant and Technical Advisor “From the point of view of actually gaining experience and being able to look at where we want means that we can produce more responsive products … It’s not the whole package but it is a very good starting point.” The CSIROSat-1 project began in 2018 and the aim is to have the satellite launched within two years said it’s an opportunity to learn more about designing a unique satellite system particularly the sensing and onboard data processing systems “It’s a very good capability development and testing opportunity for us,” she added CSIRO’s role in this exciting new era for Australian space includes leading international technical engagement research and development such as the new CubeSat project and collaborations with start-ups and SMEs to seize industrial opportunities Asked where she hopes the country can progress to over the next decade “If we have a look at what small Australian companies are doing at the moment and have achieved in a very short time — in particular companies like Fleet and Myriota — I would expect that we can have some very strong commercial companies that are operating internationally in 10 years’ time which are world competitive in their areas and are supported by a domestic integrated space supply chain I think that we can be key participants in large international space activities as well — partnerships with other international space agencies Working with NASA on some of their exciting future projects and being a key partner in some of those.”   Franzen has a deep background in space projects including positions as CEO of Auspace and Square Kilometre Array International Dish Consortium Leader He said the current moment is the first significant shift in the 35 years he’s been pushing for “space to occur in Australia” the input of engineers will be fundamental as will a commitment to building assets in-country “If those engineering steps are not mandated in the procurement of sovereign assets then you can let yourself actually acquire something that is sub-standard,” he said He added that it also needs to become “routinely acceptable” that Australia builds its own space assets rather than import everything it needs “If you want the children to aspire to do something You need to have an industry that’s doing real things,” Franzen said This article originally appeared as “The bigger picture” in the June 2019 issue of create magazine Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "a9900b67a90f9505857298d92b9380cd" );document.getElementById("d3517a4e91").setAttribute( "id"