If you’ve scored tickets to see Robbie Williams at Suncorp Stadium, first of all… great choice. Second – let’s talk accommodation. Because this is where most people get it wrong. When a major artist like Robbie Williams announces a Brisbane show, thousands of fans jump online at the same time looking for: And what happens … Read more
Because I live within walking distance to Suncorp Stadium (and have been to many concerts there myself!) I can give you the insiders information on where to stay if you are heading there for a concert. And there is one thing becomes clear very quickly. Accommodation gets expensive. And it gets snapped up. Fast. We’re … Read more
If you’re heading to Brisbane for Magic Round, one thing becomes clear very quickly. Accommodation gets expensive and it gets snapped up. Fast. We’re talking tens of thousands of fans descending on Brisbane, all trying to stay as close as possible to Suncorp Stadium… without paying eye-watering prices. Because I live here, I see it … Read more
Our apartment is about a 25 minute walk to Suncorp Stadium – although I usually do it in 20 minutes because I’m a local with local knowledge and know where the footpath is alongside Hale Street. So, I am sharing this info with you! Here is the best/fastest route to take if you want to … Read more
Kelvin Grove State College: A Comprehensive Overview Fast Facts Introduction Kelvin Grove State College is a school I know well, not from a single visit or open day, but from five years as a parent. My son attended from Year 8 through to Year 12, and we specifically moved into the catchment so he could … Read more
Welcome to Kelvin Grove, a suburb I know from lived, day-to-day experience. I have lived here since 2020, directly across from the Queensland University of Technology Kelvin Grove campus, where I completed my Bachelor of Education, later taught in the Faculty of Education, and where my son has also studied and worked locally. This is … Read more
I live in Kelvin Grove and my son went to Kelvin Grove State College and I spend most of my time exploring it with my family, so this guide isn’t based on a quick visit or a list pulled from Google. These are places I walk past daily, venues I’ve personally visited, and local favourites … Read more
The Queensland University of Technology Kelvin Grove campus isn’t just somewhere I’ve visited, it’s been a constant part of my life for years. I completed my Bachelor of Education here, later returned to teach on campus within the Faculty of Education, and even had an office in the main admin building. These days, I live … Read more
If you’re after a beautiful, multifaceted green space in the heart of Brisbane, Roma Street Parkland is one of those places that never gets old—especially when it’s only about a 15‑minute walk from your apartment like it is for me. I’ve been countless times, in every season and at different times of day, and each … Read more
It is an easy walk to the Kelvin Grove QUT Busway from Jewels Urban Edge Apartments. If you are wondering how to get to the Kelvin Grove QUT Busway from the apartment, this article will show you! The busway is between QUT university and Victoria Park/Barrambin. I wrote about Victoria Park/Barrambin here. Come back and … Read more