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Bardon Petitioner Calls For Bike Jumps Assessment At Frew Park

A Frew Park bike track petition is seeking an assessment of open space in the Milton parkland for a possible BMX-style facility with trails and jumps.

Frew Park Bike Track Petition Draws Support

A petition lodged by Bardon resident Cooper Giarratano is seeking a formal assessment of whether part of Frew Park could be used for a dirt bike, BMX or pump track facility.

The petition has received 181 signatures and is open until Wednesday, 9 December 2026. It asks BCC to examine underused open space within the Milton park and consider whether a dedicated riding area could be built there.

Frew Park is located at 315 Milton Road, Milton, about 12 minutes by car from Brisbane’s CBD. The park includes green space, tennis facilities, picnic areas, barbecues, exercise equipment, a cafe and a large playground.

The petition argues that the park has enough unused space for bike jumps while retaining room for tennis, playground use, exercise equipment and ball games.

Children riding bikes at Frew Park — Photo Credit: Google Maps

Children Already Riding At Frew Park

The petition says children already ride bikes at Frew Park, particularly after school. Milton State School is across the road, and the petition says many students meet at the park after classes.

The petition also says children previously made informal bike jumps in the park but were told they could not build them without approval. Those jumps were later flattened.

The request seeks a formal place where young riders could practise trails and jumps closer to home. It says children currently have to travel a long distance by road to reach an area where they can practise that type of riding.

Assessment And Community Input Requested

The petition asks for a site suitability assessment of open space within Frew Park for a dirt bike, BMX or pump track facility.

It also calls for consultation with local families and students from Milton State School to consider community support and design needs.

A further request asks for future funding consideration for the design, construction and maintenance of an approved, family-friendly bike track at the park.

Existing Park Uses Remain Central

Frew Park already supports a mix of recreation uses. The Roy Emerson Tennis Centre includes six tennis courts, a rebound court and other facilities.

The Wendy Turnbull Green provides a large open area with picnic tables and a pathway around the edge that is suitable for scooters and bikes. The Arena playground includes climbing structures, slides, interactive games and play areas for different ages and abilities.

The petition’s case is based on using space it describes as underused while keeping existing park activities available.

Frew Park playground and pathways — Photo Credit: Google Maps

Bardon’s Earlier Riding History

The petition also has a Bardon connection through its principal petitioner. The suburb has its own separate riding history, with motorcycle hill-climbing events once held around Purtell Park from the 1930s through to the late 1950s.

Those events were a different form of riding from the current Frew Park proposal, which centres on children using bikes in Milton. The petition is seeking a properly approved space where young riders could practise trails and jumps closer to home.

The proposal remains at petition stage, with the request focused on a site assessment, local consultation and possible future planning for a formal riding area at Frew Park.

Published 12-August-2026

Bardon Streets to Suncorp Lights: Rowan’s Search for a Stem Cell Match Spans Brisbane

Photo Credit: Register for Rowan/Facebook

A stem cell donor campaign for Rowan Tong-Law, who was living with his family in Bardon when he was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia, has reached Suncorp Stadium as his search for a full donor match continues.

Register for Rowan held a donor registration drive at Suncorp Stadium on 8 August 2026 during the Dolphins and Broncos clash, bringing the campaign into one of Brisbane’s biggest sporting settings.

Volunteers helped people register as potential donors, with the Dolphins, Brisbane Broncos and Stem Cell Donors Australia involved in the event. The Dolphins assisted with planning and promotion and also contacted members about the opportunity to join the registry.

After the event, Register for Rowan thanked the volunteers, people who registered and those who helped spread the campaign message.

Despite the growing response around him, Rowan is still waiting for the full stem cell match needed for his transplant. His teammates at the University of Queensland have also supported donor drives, while his mother Bronwyn Tong has helped recruit potential donors at Suncorp Stadium.

A Diagnosis Without Warning In Bardon

The campaign stems from a diagnosis that came unexpectedly for Rowan.

In September 2024, the then first-year University of Queensland physiotherapy student underwent a routine blood test while taking medication for acne. He had shown no obvious symptoms before acute myeloid leukaemia was detected.

Rowan, the youngest of three siblings, had finished at Brisbane Grammar School in 2023, where he had been a prefect and involved in rugby, music and volleyball as both a player and coach. After beginning university, he continued returning to the school to tutor students.

His friendships became an important part of his support network during treatment. When chemotherapy meant he would lose his hair, 17 friends shaved their heads alongside him.

Five rounds of chemotherapy followed, along with complications including infection and periods in hospital.

Rowan later worked to regain some of his usual routine. He studied through the summer to make up for university time lost during treatment and resumed physiotherapy with his cohort in 2025. He also became involved with UQ Rugby and returned to netball and touch rugby.

Photo Credit: Register for Rowan/Facebook

Search For A Full Stem Cell Match

By March 2025, doctors had determined that chemotherapy had not succeeded and that Rowan would need a stem cell transplant.

His older brother and sister were found to be 50 per cent matches, leaving the family searching for a full match.

Rowan’s mother has Chinese heritage and his father has Scottish and English heritage. A donor with similar Eurasian heritage is considered the most likely prospect for a compatible match.

The family’s search soon drew on communities Rowan already knew through school, university and sport.

After he spoke at Brisbane Grammar on 21 March 2025, registrations with Stem Cell Donors Australia increased from a usual 200 to 300 a month to about 1,300, with 1,200 registrations occurring after the speech.

By December 2025, about 3,000 young people had joined the Australian Stem Cell Donor Registry after hearing Rowan’s story. Eight had already been identified as potential donors for patients elsewhere in the world, although a full match for Rowan had still not been found.

His parents also took the campaign into schools and developed links with donor organisations overseas. At Ipswich Grammar School, 44 eligible students joined the registry during one visit.

Rowan’s Search Continues Beyond Bardon

The Suncorp Stadium event represents the latest stage of a campaign that has moved through Rowan’s school, university and sporting circles while his own donor search remains unresolved.

The need extends beyond Rowan. In August 2026, 248 people in Queensland were reported to be searching for a donor, with 1,300 people waiting nationally.

Potential donors can begin the registration process with a cheek swab. Those identified as possible matches can undergo further assessment before donating stem cells, with the donation process generally compared with an extended blood donation.

For Rowan and his family, the search that followed an unexpected diagnosis while they were living in Bardon has now reached communities across Brisbane, while the search for his own full match continues.

Published 11-August-2026

Why Bardon’s Bus-Only CBD Commute Comes Close to Driving

Leaving the car at home may cost Bardon commuters less time than they think. A new Brisbane commute study puts the suburb’s morning bus trip to the CBD at 32 minutes — just three minutes slower than driving in peak-hour traffic.

GoThere Brisbane calculated a 32-minute door-to-door public transport trip from Bardon’s population-weighted centre to Brisbane Central, compared with 29 minutes by car in peak traffic.

This leaves public transport just three minutes behind driving for the measured journey, despite the fastest trip relying entirely on buses. The result places Bardon well below Brisbane’s median public transport commute of 46 minutes.

Bardon records above-typical bus access

The study breaks Bardon’s 32-minute morning commute into nine minutes of walking, four minutes of waiting and 19 minutes riding. The fastest journey identified is a bus-to-bus trip, rather than a rail-based service.

GoThere also records 11 routes and 132 peak departures an hour within 800 metres of Bardon’s measured population centre. It’s above the study’s typical suburb, which reaches six routes and 58 peak departures an hour, while Bardon’s measured public transport trip remains within three minutes of driving.

The evening result is similarly steady, with the return journey also measured at 32 minutes. In contrast, some Brisbane suburbs’ transport times vary more sharply between the morning and evening peaks.

Nearby suburbs show a mixed picture

Bardon’s result becomes more meaningful when compared with neighbouring suburbs measured under the same methodology. Ashgrove records a 28-minute public transport commute, matching its 28-minute car journey, while The Gap has a considerably longer 44-minute trip.

Those differences reinforce one of the broader findings from the GoThere analysis in that distance from the CBD alone does not determine how quickly commuters can reach the city. The study found train-served suburbs generally recorded shorter commute times than bus-served suburbs at similar distances from the CBD.

For Bardon’s measured journey, the three-minute gap shows buses can remain competitive with driving during the morning peak.

What the 32-minute figure actually measures

The result should not be read as the average commute for every Bardon resident. GoThere measured 205 gazetted suburbs whose population-weighted centres fall within 20 kilometres of Brisbane Central, using one representative point in each suburb rather than individual household addresses.

For the morning test, Google Directions was used to identify the fastest public transport journey arriving at Brisbane Central by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, using the public TransLink timetable. The driving comparison used typical peak-hour traffic and included an eight-minute allowance for finding a park and walking to the destination.

The study’s connectivity measure also uses a straight-line 800-metre radius around each suburb’s population-weighted centre. Actual walking distances can therefore differ where rivers, railway lines or other barriers intervene, while residents living closer to the services they use may record shorter journeys.

Bardon sits well below the citywide median

Across Brisbane, public transport beat the car in 72 suburbs and came within 10 minutes of driving in 152 of the 199 suburbs where a practical public transport journey was available. The median public transport commute was 46 minutes, including about 11 minutes of walking.

Bardon’s 32-minute result is 14 minutes below the citywide median and is achieved on a bus-only measured journey. From Bardon’s population centre, the study records 132 peak departures an hour and a public transport journey only three minutes slower than driving.

Bardon does not rank among Brisbane’s fastest public transport suburbs, but its measured 32-minute bus journey sits just three minutes behind the car and well below the 46-minute public transport median.

Published 11-Aug-2026

Minecraft Movie Night Coming to Ithaca Creek State School Oval

Families from the Ithaca Creek State School community can settle in under the stars next weekend, when an outdoor cinema takes over the school oval for a screening of A Minecraft Movie.

The school’s P&C will hold its Outdoor Movie Night on Saturday, 15 August, with the PG-rated film — chosen by ICSS students — screening on the oval at 49 Lugg Street, Bardon.

Gates open at 5:00 p.m., giving families an hour to grab dinner and snacks before the film starts promptly at 6:00 p.m.

The event is open to friends and family members of the ICSS community.

Year 6 Students Take Over the Barbecue

This year’s movie night comes with a new role for Ithaca Creek’s Year 6 students, who will run the barbecue and snack bar.

Money raised through barbecue sales, including non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, will go towards the students’ Legacy Project, graduation celebrations and final-year camp.

Food and refreshments will be available between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m., while the P&C will manage general admission and the parent bar.

The event is EFTPOS-only and BYO food and drinks are not permitted.

Movie Night Backs School Projects

Beyond the Year 6 fundraising, remaining proceeds from the night will contribute to the P&C’s $20,000 commitment to enhancing school resources and student experiences during 2026.

Tickets are $12.50 per person, plus ticketing and processing fees, with children aged two and under admitted free.

Parents and guardians are required to supervise their children throughout the evening. The movie night is not a drop-off event.

The event listing gives a scheduled finish time of 7:30 p.m., with the evening concluding after the film credits.

The Outdoor Movie Night is presented by the Ithaca Creek State School P&C and platinum sponsor Brisbane Realty. McGrath & Frisby is the gold sponsor, with Meat at Billy’s, Play On Stage and Insight Jiu-Jitsu supporting the event as silver sponsors.

Published 7-August-2026

Why Bardon’s Tree Canopy Is Driving Cooler Living in Brisbane

Why Bardon’s Tree Canopy Is Driving Cooler Living in Brisbane

Bardon isn’t just one of Brisbane’s greenest suburbs — it’s one of the coolest, with tree canopy helping push temperatures up to seven degrees lower than treeless parts of major cities.

Ranking of AU's Leafiest Cities — Australia’s Leafiest Cities
Photo Credit: Nearmap

A detailed aerial survey by Nearmap — conducted across more than 5,000 suburbs between February and March 2021 — remains the most recent suburb-level analysis publicly released, ranking the top nine leafiest locations in Brisbane.

Among inner-city suburbs, Bardon recorded around 34 per cent tree canopy cover, placing it at the top of its category and well ahead of many comparable areas closer to the CBD.

Top suburbs by region from the dataset include Sheldon (66 per cent) in Brisbane’s east, Mount Crosby (60 per cent) in Ipswich, Burbank (55 per cent) in the south, and Pullenvale (52 per cent) in the west. Bardon leads the inner-city grouping, while Wamuran (31 per cent) and Shorncliffe (23 per cent) round out the northern regions.

*Region*	*Top Suburb by Region*	*Percentage Tree Cover*
Brisbane – East	Sheldon	66%
Ipswich	Mount Crosby	60%
Brisbane – South	Burbank	55%
Moreton Bay – South	Bunya	53%
Brisbane – West	Pullenvale	52%
Logan – Beaudesert	Buccan	43%
Brisbane Inner City	Bardon	34%
Moreton Bay – North	Wamuran	31%
Brisbane – North	Shorncliffe	23%

At the time of the analysis, around 79 per cent of suburbs in Greater Brisbane had more than 20 per cent tree cover — a figure that placed the region well ahead of other capital cities including Hobart, Darwin, Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.

Subsequent reporting and planning updates from Brisbane City Council indicate Brisbane has largely maintained — and in some areas expanded — its urban canopy, reinforcing its position as one of Australia’s leafiest capital regions.

Council-led planting programs have continued through the 2020s, with a focus on increasing shade across suburban streets, parks, bikeways and major transport corridors. Earlier figures indicated around 14,000 street trees were being planted annually across the city.

Beyond aesthetics, the impact is measurable. Brisbane’s urban forest has been credited with removing more than a million tonnes of carbon dioxide each year, while also reducing urban heat, improving air quality and supporting local wildlife.

Council modelling continues to support long-term targets to expand canopy coverage across key infrastructure — including bus stops, boulevards and major roads — by 2031.

“Brisbane’s urban forest removes about 1.45 million tonnes of carbon dioxide per year (equalling around 10 per cent of the city’s emissions),” Council reporting states. “Our tree canopy cover makes leafy parts of Brisbane up to seven degrees cooler than treeless areas.”

In suburbs like Bardon, that canopy is doing more than shaping the streetscape — it’s helping define how the suburb lives, feels and performs in a warming climate.

Did you know that Bardon and many suburbs in Greater Brisbane are seven degrees cooler than treeless capital cities in the country?

Bardon Jolly July Market Combines Children’s Activities With Safety Advice

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Children tried on a police uniform and collected colouring activities at the Bardon Jolly July Market, while residents spoke with crime prevention officers about home and vehicle security.

The community market was held from 7am to 1pm on Sunday, 12 July 2026, at Norman Buchan Park on the corner of Baroona Road and Rainworth Road in Bardon.

The event was presented as a family-friendly midyear Christmas celebration in the park. Its advertised program included festive stalls, food, live music and children’s activities.

Police from the North Brisbane Crime Prevention Unit attended alongside Paddington and Bardon Neighbourhood Watch. Their stand added a practical safety component to the market’s activities.

Children Join The Bardon Jolly July Activities

Younger visitors received colouring activities and stickers at the police stand and were able to try on a police uniform.

Crime prevention officers also spoke with residents about security measures for their homes. The topics included CCTV and the installation of security cameras, giving attendees access to practical information while visiting the market.

Bardon Jolly July Market — *Photo Credit:* *Bardon Market*/Facebook

Free Screws Target Number Plate Theft

Market attendees were also able to collect free anti-theft screws designed to secure vehicle registration plates.

The one-way screws are made so that, once installed, they can only be removed with a purpose-built tool carried by police. Their design makes it more difficult for offenders to steal or swap number plates.

Number plates may be targeted to prevent or delay the identification of people committing offences in other vehicles. Adding the specialised screws places another obstacle in the way of anyone attempting to remove a registration plate.

The screws extended the stand’s focus from household security to a measure intended to reduce the risk of registration plate theft.

Online Orders Available To Residents

North Brisbane Police have reinstated an online order form for residents seeking anti-theft number plate screws and are encouraging their use as a deterrent to theft.

Further safety and crime-prevention information was also made available online.

Suspicious activity can be reported to Policelink using its online form at any time. Crime information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers by calling 1800 333 000 or using its online reporting service.

Published 17-July-2026

U&I Pilates in Bardon Recognised for Community-Focused Wellness in 2026 Cooper Small Business Awards

Photo Credit: U&I Pilates/ Instagram

A Bardon fitness studio is proving that local connection is the most effective way to grow, taking home a runner-up prize in the 2026 Cooper Small Business Awards for its dedication to personalised wellness.

What happens when you swap the impersonal grind of a large-scale gym for a space that feels like a living room? At 64 MacGregor Terrace, the answer is a flourishing hub where Reformer, mat-based, and barre classes are tailored to the individual rather than the crowd. U&I Pilates has successfully fostered a “family” atmosphere, distancing itself from the assembly-line model of fitness.

Here, instructors don’t just lead; they listen, adapting every movement to support specific health concerns and personal goals. This dedication to local members, particularly through their senior-friendly programs, has transformed the studio into a vital pillar of the Bardon community.

The recognition arrived this past June during the 2026 Cooper Small Business Awards, a ceremony championed by state member for Cooper, Jonty Bush. Why do these awards matter? They strip away the noise of the global economy to celebrate the independent spirit found in our own backyards. From the tradies fixing our homes to the cafes fueling our mornings, the event spotlights the engines that keep our suburbs vibrant.

For U&I Pilates, this runner-up finish in the Wellbeing and Fitness category marks a triumphant chapter under its current ownership. It is a win that highlights how genuine service, rather than just market share, defines the character of the Cooper area.

Published Date 15-July-2026

The Streets of Bardon: How Time Reshaped Local Thoroughfares

Brisbane has witnessed several street name changes over the decades, reflecting its growth and development. In Bardon, three notable instances highlight how urban expansion, local institutions, and city planning have shaped the neighbourhood’s streetscape from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century.

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Lugg Street

Originally known as School Street, this thoroughfare was renamed Lugg Street between 1917 and 1931.

Lugg Street, Bardon looking towards the Gap ca 1930s (Photo credit: James Vincent Bloomer: State Library of Queensland. Image No. 128851)

The street’s history dates back to around 1886 when it was created to provide access to the Ithaca school, now known as Ithaca Creek State School. This change reflects the evolving landscape of the Upper Paddington area in the early 20th century.

Couldrey Street

Bardon — Photo credit: Google Street View

Formerly Third (3rd) Avenue, this street underwent a name change in 1938. The new name, Couldrey Street, was confirmed by comparing street directories from 1938 and 1948. This renaming likely occurred as part of broader urban planning initiatives in the area during the late 1930s.

Carmel Street

Perhaps the most interesting of the three, this street was originally named Victoria Street. It first appeared on the Jubilee Estate map of 1897 and was still present on a 1920 map.

However, by 1931, it had been renamed Carmel Street. The new name may have been influenced by the establishment of the Carmel Presbyterian Church in nearby Kennedy Terrace in 1904, showcasing how local institutions can impact street nomenclature.

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These street name changes offer a glimpse into Brisbane’s urban development history, reflecting the city’s growth and the influence of local landmarks on its evolving streetscape.

From the emphasis on education seen in School Street’s creation to the influence of religious institutions evident in Carmel Street’s naming, each change tells a story of community development.

Moreover, these transformations highlight the importance of local history in understanding urban landscapes, reminding us that even seemingly mundane aspects of city life, like street names, can hold rich narratives about a neighborhood’s past and its journey towards the present.

Updated 18-June-2026

Freak Hill Climbing: The Golden Age of Motorsport Spectacle in Bardon

In the heart of the quiet suburb of Bardon, Saturdays once echoed with the roar of motorcycles and the cheers of thousands. From the 1930s to the late 1950s, a death-defying spectacle known as ‘freak hill climbing’ turned the steep slopes of Purtell Park into a battleground of grit, power, and local legend.

It’s unclear how freak hill climbing started in Bardon but the motorsport was already popular in Melbourne in the early 1900s for both motorcycles and cars.

In the 1930s, various clubs like the Bardon Hill Climb, the Kedron Motor Club or the Indian Motorcycle Club would host the healthy but challenging competitions among bikers in Brisbane as a fundraiser for causes they supported. But beyond the cause, young daredevils were motivated to join the competition to tackle the steepest and roughest spots on the hills like a badge of honour.

According to Speedway and Road Race History, the races attracted thousands of spectators as riders try to climb or crash onto the 45-degree hill. So steep were the slopes that the motorcycles would sometimes have to be lowered down with ropes.

World War II temporarily halted the competitions but the “thrills on freak hills” were still well-document in the mid-50s.

Updated 28-June-2026

The 164-Year-Old Bardon Home That Survived Brisbane’s Transformation

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More than 160 years after it was built, Rainworth House remains one of Bardon’s most remarkable survivors.

Constructed in 1862 by explorer and Surveyor-General of Queensland Sir Augustus Charles Gregory, the heritage-listed timber home has witnessed Brisbane’s transformation from a colonial settlement to a modern metropolis. What was once a solitary farmhouse surrounded by open countryside is now nestled within one of Brisbane’s most sought-after inner-west suburbs.

Today, Rainworth House stands as a rare reminder of the district’s rural beginnings and the man whose influence helped shape Queensland’s early history.

A House That Gave Rainworth Its Name

Many locals recognise the name Rainworth from nearby roads, schools and landmarks, but fewer realise the area’s name originated from this historic residence.

Rainworth, residence of Sir Augustus Charles Gregory, Bardon, ca. 1885 Rainworth and outbuildings as seen through the banana palms in front of the property. Photo credit: John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland. Negative number: 63037

Gregory named the property Rainworth after a village in Nottinghamshire, England, near his birthplace of Farnsfield. Over time, the name became associated with the surrounding district and remains part of Bardon’s identity today.

Built as a farmhouse, Rainworth was reportedly constructed by Gregory himself and served as both his home and rural retreat. At the time, it was the only farmhouse in the immediate area, standing amid what was then largely undeveloped land on Brisbane’s western fringe.

The Home of a Queensland Pioneer

Sir Augustus Charles Gregory is remembered as one of Australia’s most accomplished explorers. He served as Queensland’s Surveyor-General from 1859 to 1879 and played a significant role in mapping and developing the young colony.

Sir Augustus Gregory. Photo credit: John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland. Negative number: 16036

Beyond his surveying work, Gregory was an influential figure in public life. He served on the Legislative Council, was active in local government, contributed to scientific pursuits and became a prominent figure in Queensland society.

Despite his public standing, Gregory chose to live in the relatively modest surroundings of Rainworth House. The property provided a place where he could think, write and pursue his many interests away from the demands of public life.

He remained at Rainworth until his death in 1905.

A Rare Piece of Colonial Brisbane

Rainworth House is significant not only because of its association with Gregory but also because of its architecture.

The residence is considered a rare surviving example of an 1860s timber dwelling featuring a steeply pitched short-ridge roof design. While many early timber homes were lost to redevelopment, fire or demolition during Brisbane’s growth, Rainworth endured.

Apart from the enclosure of its front verandah, much of the home’s original character has been retained. The interior still features rough-cut timber walls and wide-planked ceilings that reflect its colonial origins.

As Brisbane expanded during the twentieth century, the property became an increasingly uncommon link to the city’s early settlement period.

From Country Estate to Suburban Bardon

Following Gregory’s death, ownership of Rainworth passed to merchant and politician Robert Philp before being rented by subsequent owners.

As the original estate was progressively subdivided, the house was relocated to its present position on Barton Street. The move ensured the survival of the historic dwelling as the surrounding area evolved from rural land into suburban neighbourhoods.

In 1949, Frederick and Mildred Howell rented the property before later purchasing it. According to heritage records, descendants of the Howell family have continued to occupy the residence, making it not only a heritage landmark but also a long-standing family home.

Early view of Rainworth homestead and outbuildings, Torwood, ca. 1875 Rainworth was in Baroona Road at Torwood. The home was built for Sir Augustus Charles Gregory who was an explorer and also became the first Mayor of Toowong in 1902. Photo credit: John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland. Negative number: 63785

More Than 160 Years Later

The contrast between Rainworth House’s origins and its present-day surroundings highlights the dramatic changes that have occurred across Brisbane since the nineteenth century.

When Gregory built the home in 1862, the area consisted largely of farmland and bushland. Today, Bardon is one of Brisbane’s most established and desirable residential suburbs.

Property records show the house sold for $862,000 in 2011. Current property estimates place its value at more than $2 million, reflecting both the growth of Brisbane’s property market and the desirability of the suburb that developed around it.

Yet Rainworth’s significance extends beyond real estate values. Its enduring importance lies in its ability to connect present-day residents with a period when Bardon was little more than a rural outpost on the edge of a growing colony.

A Living Link to the Past

Rainworth House was entered on the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992 in recognition of its historical and cultural significance.

More than three decades after receiving heritage protection — and 164 years after its construction — the home remains one of Bardon’s most important landmarks.

While Brisbane continues to change around it, Rainworth House stands as a tangible reminder of the people, places and stories that shaped the city’s early years.

Published 24-June-2026