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Postcode: 4055 | Distance to CBD: 12km
This guide covers: Ferny Grove, Upper Kedron, Keperra, Mitchelton, Gaythorne, Enoggera, Everton Park
Visitors are welcome at St Matthew's Church, Mitchelton. The foundation stone was laid in 1867 by Queensland's first Governor, Sir George Ferguson Bowen. Kedron Brook is one of the major creeks in Brisbane and was named by German missionaries. In its early days the creek was described as a fairy-like stream, its banks lined with wattle, ti-tree and flowers'.
Forgot a few things at the regular grocery shop? Why not leave the car keys behind and pick up what you need on the way home from the bus stop, or take a walk or bike ride to the local shops. Check the map for local convenience centres. The major shopping centres of Brookside, Chermside and Stafford City are a bus ride away. Stafford City and Chermside Shopping Centre also have entertainment arcades and cinemas.
For kids: check your local playground - parks in Brisbane have anything from skatebowls to toddler play. In your area, try Teralba Park at Everton Park, Mitchelton Park, Gaythorne or Bob Cassimaty Picnic Grounds, Ferny Grove which features a circular path, providing endless tricycle and scooter fun.
For dogs: check out the local off-leash areas where Fido can release canine tension. Try Tramway St at Ferny Grove, Dash and Duggan Streets or Mungarie Street in Keperra or Teralba Park in Everton Park.
Discover the Brisbane Tramway Museum. Take a trip back in time. Tours of the museum and display hall plus tram rides on restored 1901-1969 Brisbane Tramcars are available each Sunday at 50 Tramway St, Ferny Grove. Contact 3351 1776. Grab a bargain at the bustling Ferny Grove Markets at Samford Rd, Ferny Grove every Sunday morning. Art and crafts, bargain buys, plants and produce - there are also heaps of second-hand goods to rummage through.
No need to travel far for coffee or a meal - catch up with friends at Blackwood Street, Mitchelton. The streetscape features rustic recycled furniture, adding character to the café and restaurant precinct. And exciting news for Keperra residents - the Dallas Parade, Keperra shopping precinct revitalisation is due for completion in mid-2004.
Who's got time? Everyone, if you make exercise part of your everyday life. You could walk to the nearest bus stop and catch the bus to work, or take the kids to school. 3 x 10 mins daily exercise is recommended for good health. Learn to play golf at Keperra Country Golf Club. McKell Oval, Keperra and the adjoining rugby league club, local parks, walk and bikeways provide a range of outdoor activities for residents. Discover the cycleway starting at South Pine Road at McDowalls Bridge and linking to Boondall. Mitchelton also offers many sporting facilities such as West Mitchelton Rugby League Club, squash courts, soccer club and bowling greens. For fun and fitness, try your nearest Active and Healthy Park, including Keperra Picnic Grounds or Enoggera Memorial Park, Gaythorne. Why not join your local 'gonewalking' group for fitness or leisure walks with trained walk leaders? For details about walks in your area, phone Council on 3403 8888.
Escape from the city to the great outdoors: and in Brisbane, you don't have to go far. Take a picnic to the local park, or leave suburbia behind and visit Brisbane Forest Park - 28,500 hectares of Council reserves, national parks and state forests. Rally your friends or family and soak up Brisbane's beautiful scenery by picnicking, bushwalking, bird watching, horse riding or cycling. For further information contact Brisbane Forest Park on 3300 4855. Or, take in a movie at one of Brisbane's last independent cinemas by catching the train or bus, or walk to Gaythorne Cinema on Samford Rd.
Release your mind at Everton Park or Mitchelton Libraries where you'll find not only books but also CDs, DVDs, videos, free internet access, even storytelling sessions for children (phone libraries for details). Picabeen Community Centre at Hoben St, Mitchelton also offers computers and internet access, plus activities and classes for all age groups.
Everton Park Library 3403 7400 Mitchelton Library 3403 7410 Call Council 24 hours 7 days 3403 8888.
Other Pocket Neighbourhood Guides in your area include Stafford Heights, Kedron, Grange, Gordon Park, Lutwyche, Windsor, Wilston, Newmarket, Alderley, Stafford, Chermside, Chermside West, Wooloowin. Surrounding areas include The Gap, Ashgrove, Enoggera and Bardon.
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Further information on neighbouring suburbs may also be found on the Pine Rivers Shire website.
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