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Brisbane area guide
Inner East & Riverside
Walkable river life - New Farm, Bulimba, Hawthorne
Brisbane's most walkable riverside pockets. A family scene that runs on cafes, CityCats, and riverside parklands.
Lifestyle
Oxford Street and New Farm Park are the weekend anchors. The ferry commute is often cited as the best part of the day.
Housing
A mix of restored Queenslanders and high-end apartments. Bulimba and Hawthorne suit families; New Farm suits downsizers.
Getting around
Fifteen minutes to the CBD by ferry or bus. Story Bridge traffic is the main peak-hour consideration.
Schools
Churchie sits on the river at East Brisbane, with Lourdes Hill and All Hallows' easily accessible.
Flood history in low-lying riverside pockets - always check the 2022 records.