TradeCoast Central Heritage Park

22/09/2024

Have you seen our website!
https://tradecoastcentralheritagepark.com.au
For tour bookings please contact us on 07 3124 7401 or [email protected]

TradeCoast Central Heritage Park Interpretive Centre is at the heart of three heritage sites here at the location of Brisbane’s former Eagle Farm Airport at 87 Schneider Road Eagle Farm. The Interpretive Centre is open from 10am to 4pm weekdays. Entry is free. Parking is available via Backhouse Pl...

22/09/2024

Remembering the Kenyons of Eagle Farm

Amy Elizabeth (nee Missing) and Charles Joseph Kenyon's home was situated at the corner of Schneider Road and Hockey's Lane (Reservoir Road) at Eagle Farm. Their home was originally the Commandant's quarters at the Eagle Farm Female Prison and was built by convict labour.

The family purchased the house and 10 acres from a Mr John Stewart for £500. The house was demolished during World War II by the Americans and the area became part of the old Eagle Farm airport.

Info and photo source: Nundah Historical archives

10/04/2024

At the March 2024 meeting Bob Tucker filled us in on some of the history that was made at the Brisbane site now known as the Trade Coast Heritage Park. Bob is a…

20/03/2024

Uncover Brisbane's Hidden History 🕵️‍♀️

Looking for a unique and educational day out? Look no further than TradeCoast Central Heritage Park, a fascinating glimpse into Brisbane's past nestled in the heart of Eagle Farm.

Explore three historic sites in one location...

Convict Era Women's Prison and Factory: Delve into the lives of women and children incarcerated here in the 1820s.
World War II Allison Engine Testing Stands: Discover the crucial role Brisbane played in servicing Allied aircraft engines during the war.
Hangar 7: Unravel the top-secret intelligence work conducted here, cracking the codes of the Japanese Zero fighter and turning the tide of the Pacific conflict.

Highlights: Free entry! 🆓
Self-guided walking trails with informative displays.
Interactive exhibits at the Interpretive Centre.
Suitable for all ages and interests. ‍‍‍

11/07/2023

~Eagle Farm: WW2 Story~

Images: TradeCoast Central Heritage Park

Did you know that the Pinkenba Branch played a virtual role during all conflicts? In this photograph on the wall at the TradeCoast Central Heritage Centre is a snapshot of the wider Eagle Farm Airfield which was used by Allied Forces during the Pacific War. Between this, was Eagle Farm Railway Station.

Between 1940 to 1945. Troops, munitions & equipment was shipped through the Railway Wharves at Pinkenba. Eagle Farm contained a network of sidings that served the Aircraft stores, testing facilities and encampments. It was a secure location with round the clock guards and enginemen were kept in the dark until the last roster under secrecy.

It is important for ourselves to tell the stories of wartime, as part of our Brisbane Railway Museum project at Pinkenba.

16/01/2023

Check out this fantastic article from Brismania after a visit to TradeCoast Central Heritage Park

From early settlement to wartime Brisbane and great aviators, three prime heritage sites are hidden away at Eagle Farm's TradeCoast Central Heritage Park.

20/12/2021

TradeCoast Central Heritage Centre will be closed during the Christmas & New Year period, from Thursday 23rd December 2021 and reopening on Monday 10th January 2022 from 9am to 4pm.

For bookings for a guided tour please contact us via [email protected] or 07 3124 7400.

Alternatively you can enjoy the free audio tour throughout the park that can be downloaded here
https://tradecoastcentralheritagepark.com.au/audio-tours/

15/12/2021

Have you seen our website!

https://tradecoastcentralheritagepark.com.au

For tour bookings please contact us on 07 3124 7401 or [email protected]

TradeCoast Central Heritage Park Interpretive Centre is at the heart of three heritage sites here at the location of Brisbane’s former Eagle Farm Airport at 87 Schneider Road Eagle Farm. The Interpretive Centre is open from 10am to 4pm weekdays. Entry is free. Parking is available via Backhouse Pl...

09/09/2021

Yesterday TradeCoast Central Heritage Park hosted the Brisbane Festival Street Serenades featuring MVP.

04/07/2021

TradeCoast Central Heritage Centre will be reopening on Monday 5th July 2021 from 9am to 4pm.

Masks must be worn during your visit to TradeCoast Central Heritage Park and Interpretive Centre.

For bookings for a guided tour please contact us via [email protected] or 07 3124 7400.

Alternatively you can enjoy the free audio tour throughout the park that can be downloaded here

Audio Tours Listen your way around the Heritage Park When you visit TradeCoast Central Heritage Park you will be able to connect to these audio tours with the free wifi available for your smartphone. Please pause the tour if you wish to read or listen to the displays. Tour 1 Welcome to TradeCoast...