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Find Out More: What’s on at the New Farm neighbourhood Centre
We’re moving!
The New Farm Neighbourhood Centre is in the process of moving locations to 860 Brunswick St, New Farm. Most of our events and activities will be moving with us, while some will be finding new homes. Get in touch with the contact listed for this activity to confirm its current location while we move.
More venues - Central & South
Indigo Soul Wellness Conveniently located in Yeronga this is a beautifully restored 1940s Queenslander, featuring a large, quiet hall. It’s easily accessible and totally charming.
Woolloongabba Substation Woolloongabba’s beautifully renovated local heritage substation (1928) has concrete floors and exposed brick feature walls.
Spring Hill Shed This large inner-city workshop space is ideal for arts and crafts groups, carpentry and construction. Kids can make a mess here and men’s groups will also love this environment..
Spring Hill Studio Situated beneath Spring Hill Hall, this room is approx 12m square. It features wood veneer flooring, chairs, a dance rail and piano, mirrors and great lighting. There is also a small kitchenette with tea and coffee making facilities.
Spring Hill Hall This large airy hall is conveniently located adjacent to a park and close to the city. Suitable for large groups looking for a venue that offers multipurpose functionality.
Jeays St, Bowen Hills A large open space, great for any community activity. Close to the city and the Valley – easily accessible via Bowen Hills Train Station. Tables and chairs available, as well as two computers, and large whiteboards.
The Exchange Kelvin Grove Located in Kelvin Grove Urban village, this is a space for meeting rooms, conference rooms, yoga space and training groups. Includes full kitchen and seating for 30 people.
New Farm Neighbourhood Centre Featuring a multi-purpose area for up to 50 people, a smaller meeting room for up to 12, and an outdoors area with grassed barbecue area, and children’s playground.Please note: This venue will be closing for renovations in April; re-opening in late 2019.
More venues - West Brisbane
Paddington Play Centre A large purpose-built play centre in downtown Paddington. Retractable glass doors offer great light and the option to open onto a fully enclosed grassy area.
Paddington Substation This art space is home to HANDS ON ART. It is available for hire and perfect for any creative activity including art & photographic exhibitions, workshops, training and more.
Paddington Annexe A large annexe room attached to Paddington Hall is available for separate hire. With its own air conditioning this space is appropriate for all kinds of activities such as meetings, classes etc and it also shares use of the hall kitchen.
Bardon Hall Adjacent to Bowman Park, this hall is set back from the roadway, and is fully fenced with a small stage and wheelchair access. Suitable for groups with children, as well as meetings, workshops or classes.
Ithaca Hall Formerly Ithaca Library, this is an historic building now used by the public and community for meetings and leisure learning activities. The Hall has a kitchen, seating for 50 people, trestle tables and wheelchair access.
Jubilee Hall Natural light with windows along both sides of the venue. Painted in fresh, appealing colours with a wooden polished floor and stage area. Please note: The Hall will no longer be available for hire from 1 July 2019. We apologise for any inconvenience.
S.P.A.C.E at Kenmore Located in a quiet area by a creek this venue has a lovely peaceful atmosphere. The hall lends itself to activities such as dance, yoga, martial arts, craft, meetings and more. It’s also a great and secluded spot for weekend retreats.
Ashgrove Bowls Club Tucked away in the backstreets of Ashgrove is this gorgeous bowls club. A huge airy hall with a fully equipped kitchen makes this a fantastic venue for any classes, groups or conferences.
Paddington Hall A large, local treasure, this community hall has wooden floors; appropriate for all kinds of activities from yoga to training days. Located next to a great kids park, the hall is close to the city, and great for public transport options.
More venues - North Brisbane
Bald Hills Uniting Church A picturesque, bright and airy church hall in pristine condition. Polished wooden floors & a large stage. Great access and plenty of parking available.
The Newmarket Hall and Commercial Kitchen Boasting 2 fantastic rooms; the huge upstairs hall is bright and spacious, and a downstairs bar area, ideal for parties and functions. Easily accessible in Ashgrove.
Emmanuel Uniting Church Hall A large, airy hall with carpeted floors; appropriate for all activities. Includes fully functioning kitchen. Child-safe with a fully fenced grassed area.
Active Ageing - More Activities
Zumba with Sylvi Zumba Gold is an easier, modified class based on the Zumba we all know and would love to do
50+ and Fit Thursday morning fitness class in Paddington
Exercise Circuit Maintain strong bones, increase strength and flexibility and improve your circulation, balance and posture.
Chair Yoga Social morning tea then relaxation and stretching to connect the body and mind
More Art, Music & Dance Activities
Ungu Capoeira School Capoeira classes in at the Woolloongabba Substation, every Monday and Wednesday from 6:30-8:30pm.
Bud to Bloom Tailored mentoring programs for girls aged 9 to 14
Kids Do Art Kids Do Art helps children get creative, have fun, and let their imagination run free!
More Children & Family Activities
Mumma Got Skills This 6 week group is a special time for you to come and get your hands busy with new and fun creative experiences. Bring your bub and get to know other mummas!
KalmKids – Children’s Well-being Classes A child who cries because they don’t want to go to school or tosses and turns and can’t sleep at night, feels anxious because all they want is an A or to be as good as another kid in their class, comes home in tears because of their friends, or is quick to anger and gets frustrated easily. Can you relate?
More Fitness & Wellbeing Activities
Yoga Hit 30 minutes of yoga at the Woolloongabba Substation
Yoku Yoga Vinyasa style yoga at the Ashgrove Bowls Club.
Zumba with Sylvi Zumba Gold is an easier, modified class based on the Zumba we all know and would love to do
Ungu Capoeira School Capoeira classes in at the Woolloongabba Substation, every Monday and Wednesday from 6:30-8:30pm.
Bud to Bloom Tailored mentoring programs for girls aged 9 to 14
More Language & Learning Activities
Rostrum Club Improve your self confidence and public speaking!
More Social Groups
Rostrum Club Improve your self confidence and public speaking!
Ungu Capoeira School Capoeira classes in at the Woolloongabba Substation, every Monday and Wednesday from 6:30-8:30pm.
More Services & Support
Rostrum Club Improve your self confidence and public speaking!
Mens Shed Spring Hill Spring Hill Mens Shed is a place for men to work on meaningful projects at their own pace, in their own time and in the company of others.
Art-Ability All abilities art class for people who love to create, socialise, and express themselves.
Sweet Freedom Singers Communify QLD presents an all abilities choir for people from all walks of life who love to sing.
Mens Wellbeing Group A place for men to share what’s going on for them, where they can be heard and not judged.
