The latest Woolloongabba news, local guides, events and neighbourhood updates.
TransportTranslink says major city-bound busway changes will operate from 7pm to 9pm on Saturday 5 September, with a Woolloongabba shuttle serving skipped stations.
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TransportCross River Rail’s July–September update says lifts, escalators and passenger screen doors are installed, with testing and external finishing works underway.
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What’s OnSouth/City/SQ has put Spring Feast on the calendar for Friday 25 September. Event times and the vendor list are still to come.
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What’s OnBrisbane City Council’s event dataset lists evening mechanical-reef and flapping-butterfly workshops at Dead Puppet Society across 16–25 September.
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CommunityThe organiser lists a men’s breakfast on 5 September, Father’s Day gathering on 6 September and anniversary picnic on 13 September.
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Local NewsThe 27 September workshop is sold out and registrations have closed.
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Local BusinessThe Logan Road precinct now spans restaurants, a cinema, health and beauty operators, shops, accommodation and professional services. Hop City is listed as opening soon.
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Local BusinessMore than 20 shops and services are listed at Gabba Central, with coming-soon businesses identified separately.
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Food & DrinkThe venue’s official site lists its Kitchen and Bar at 31 Logan Road, with Malaysian-style fried chicken, noodles and rice.
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What’s OnThe current calendar includes Sheffield Shield, One Day Cup, international and Big Bash cricket from October 2026 into February 2027, with published gate and start times.
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DevelopmentTwo consortiums are preparing detailed proposals while geotechnical drilling continues across the precinct. A final design has not been selected.
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DevelopmentThe amended scheme took effect on 10 October 2025 and is the current assessment framework for the 106-hectare PDA.
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DevelopmentDetailed proposals are due in 2026 and the state is targeting an operational arena in 2031. The construction program has not been finalised.
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TransportThe latest Cross River Rail update covers testing, fit-out and work around the Woolloongabba station site.
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DevelopmentThe amended planning scheme allows for more than 16,000 homes and up to 24,000 residents over time. Those homes have not all been approved or designed.
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DevelopmentThe October 2025 Development Charges and Offset Plan covers the approach to shared water, sewer, transport, parks and community infrastructure.
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DevelopmentEconomic Development Queensland assesses PDA applications against the current Development Scheme; Brisbane City Council records remain relevant outside the PDA.
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DevelopmentThe scheme calls for active-transport connections, urban greening and weather protection on key routes. Delivery must still be tested application by application.
Read storyThe state procurement memorandum places Gabba East redevelopment after the 2032 Games. No final design is presented as approved here.
Read storyCouncil’s precinct renewal strategy identifies staged planning for a central park around the station. It is planning context, not evidence that every element is funded or delivered.
Read storyCouncil consultation material includes proposed improvements around Watt Park and Woolloongabba Rotary Park. These remain concept-plan proposals unless separately funded.
Read storyWhere to find lodged applications, information requests and decisions on the EDQ register.
Read storyA quick guide to the difference between a proposal, an application, an approval and a building site.
Read storyEDQ received 145 submissions during the August 2025 notification period and published a submissions report with the final amendment.
Read storyThe current scheme prioritises links to Cross River Rail, buses, walking and cycling, alongside wider verges and greener streets.
Read storyThe 106-hectare boundary, the rules inside it and where to look up an application.
Read storyA running list of major local projects, their current stage and the original planning record.
Read storyWhat government has announced, what is still being designed and the decisions yet to be made.
Read storyThe latest construction notices, project background and official updates for Woolloongabba station.
Read storySearch by reference or address, identify the assessment authority, then read the latest decision or request rather than relying on a listing headline.
Read storyStart with the boundary and precinct, then apply the PDA-wide criteria, precinct provisions and supporting maps.
Read storyThe streets, paths and public spaces proposed around the station and Gabba precinct.
Read storyWhere new parks and open space are proposed—and which parts still need funding or approval.
Read storyUse the official Cross River Rail worksite page for current notices and dates; check conditions before travelling.
Read storyThe government registers and project pages behind The Gabba Brief.
Read storyThe main planning decisions from the PDA declaration to the current Gabba precinct process.
Read storyApproval permits a proposal subject to conditions; it does not prove finance, a start date or completion.
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CommunityEarlier engagement highlighted walking, greenery, housing diversity, open space and environmental performance.
Read storyEDQ says the amended scheme enables retention of the school. This is a planning statement, not an expansion announcement.
Read storyThe state expects more hospitality, retail and tourism around the new precinct, but no operators have been named.
Read storyCommunityCouncil’s draft shows possible upgrades to both parks. They remain concepts at this stage.
Read storyWe use venue websites and precinct directories, then date each listing so readers know when it was last reviewed.
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Food & DrinkThe venue’s official site describes a European-inspired deli, café and bar built around its Palace 100 tram tribute at 24 Logan Road.
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Food & DrinkThe restaurant’s official menu centres on grilled cuts, empanadas, choripán and an Asado Experience at 148 Logan Road.
Read storyThe Moreton Rubber Building restaurant serves Roman cuisine and Italian wine, with a basement cellar used for private dining.
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Food & DrinkThe Woolloongabba chocolatier’s Eden Lane shop offers handmade chocolate, drinks, workshops and recurring community catch-ups.
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Food & DrinkThe venue lists steak, Reuben and chicken-parmi sandwiches among its signature range at 148 Logan Road.
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Food & DrinkThe brewery operates from a heritage building at 601 Stanley Street with seasonal beer, pub food and an outdoor area.
Read storySasso describes its 110-seat restaurant as an old-school, family-style Italian dining room at South City Square.
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Food & DrinkThe Logan Road venue publishes a British-inspired menu, Sunday roast and current opening details on its official site.
Read storyThe restaurant’s official site lists its Woolloongabba location and broad Indian menu.
Read storyA practical starting list built from venues’ own websites, with direct links for current menus, bookings and hours.
Read storyLocal BusinessThe independent shop publishes plant-care workshops and current store details from its Woolloongabba studio.
Read storyThe centre’s official directory lists food, health, personal-service and everyday retail tenants with store-level details.
Read storyA self-guided route connecting hospitality, retail and service businesses along one of Woolloongabba’s best-known streets.
Read storyCouncil’s local history material traces the commercial importance of Fiveways and the former post office.
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Community31 Degrees publishes a recurring Tuesday morning craft gathering at its Woolloongabba long table.
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Community31 Degrees lists a recurring Friday gathering for Auslan students, Deaf community members and casual conversation.
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What’s OnEpilo lists a Woolloongabba terrarium workshop for 27 September 2026; check the organiser page for availability.
Read storyWhat’s OnEpilo lists a beginner indoor-plant workshop for 14 November 2026 at its Deshon Street shop.
Read storyWhat’s On31 Degrees advertises hands-on chocolate workshops from its Woolloongabba store; dates and availability vary.
Read storyCouncil’s guide connects the former post office, Fiveways and surviving commercial history into a walkable local story.
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