Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever, the quirkiest event in Brisbane, is returning at the Frew Park in Milton, celebrating the work of music artist Kate Bush.
On Saturday, 30 July 2022, at 2:00 p.m., Frew Park in Milton will be filled with people in their red outfits re-enacting the infamous Wuthering Heights music video by the singer.
Wuthering Heights was one of the biggest songs of 1978 – a Number One hit in Australia. The uniquely original song launched Kate Bush to stardom and the song remains somewhat of an oddity. One version of the Wuthering Heights video features Kate Bush frolicking in a field wearing a red dress.
Kate Bush is also best known for the songs Running up That Hill and Babooshka.
Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever is a global event, simultaneously held across other countries. The Brisbane chapter is organised by Kristian Fletcher, who has been hosting Kate Bush events in Brisbane since 2003. He has run retro music events in Brisbane for over twenty years.
Unfortunately, the pandemic impacted the events in the previous years but Kristian is hoping the attendance will grow in its return this year.
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The afternoon also includes practice runs of the song, an instructional introduction to the dance moves, and a chance to mingle and meet Kate Bush fans from all over Brisbane.
However, you don’t even have to be a Kate Bush fan – this event is open to the general public and all are invited to attend and participate. Women, men, children… anyone is welcome!
The Modern Furniture Store is shifting gears in Brisbane! After closing its Toowoong showroom, the company has opened a new and bigger store along Park Road in Milton.
The Milton showroom, which officially trades in July 2022, is one of the largest outlets of The Modern Furniture Store in Queensland. As before, the store provides high-quality furniture and home items inspired by Scandinavian and Nordic designs.
Appeal of Scandinavian or Nordic Furniture
Scandinavian or Nordic furniture is focused on functional craftsmanship with clean lines and materials that appear simple yet elegant.
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A Scandinavian or Nordic dining area may serve its very function as an eating space but it may also be used for a variety of activities and family events because of the practicality of its well-designed furniture.
A cabinet with drawers from The Modern Furniture Store, with solid construction and handcrafted finish, will look great in the bedroom, living room, or dining room.
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The Scandinavians are also into sleek and functional interiors, preferring a light or neutral colour palette without being too rustic. The mesh of colours is usually drawn from natural sceneries.
There’s something practical about creating cosy spaces free of clutter and fewer ornamentation and it’s one that appeals to many people.
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Homeware at The Modern Furniture Store
In addition to the finely-crafted furniture, The Modern Furniture Store showroom in Milton also offers an extensive range of homeware from design legends like Marimekko, Iittala, Architectmade and Normann Copenhagen, as well as floor coverings by local brand, Armadillo & Co.
Avid collectors of Marimekko will instantly recognise these little pieces of art from the Marikyläläiset series. Released to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the brand, these collectible pieces were designed by Jenni Tuominen and Sami Ruotsalainen for Marimekko. Photo Credit: The Modern Furniture Milton/FacebookPhoto Credit: The Modern/InstagramPhoto Credit: The Modern/Instagram
Clare Cribb Pty Ltd through Urban Strategies Pty Ltd filed for notice to stop the current period for DA A005900846 in May 2022. The project was supposed to revitalise an industrial precinct into a food and drink outlet with shops and potential accommodation.
In early March, severe weather and flooding battered Milton, prompting extended closures for many businesses and other services.
Currently, a warehouse and commercial carpark occupy one building, whilst the other buildings include a gym and a motor mechanic. If the project pushes through, parts of the building containing the gym will be demolished. The rest of the structure will be refurbished and extended.
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The developers’ vision is to turn the block along 32-40 Cribb St, across the popular Milton Markets, into a “gastronomic precinct” that will have a “microbrewery, craft distillery, food hall (including a series of ‘micro-restaurants’), restaurant and rooftop bar, all situated around landscaped, terrace dining.”
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The site will also have a rooftop deck, garden terrace dining and private laneway. The design will be cohesive and integrated to co-exist with the neighbouring areas that include a residential development.
The Cribb St has existing development approval from 2016 for a residential tower that has yet to start construction.
“The proposal will contribute to the mix of uses within the precinct, and by becoming a pedestrianised hospitality hub, will capitalise on the precincts’ transit opportunities,” the planners stated.
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Milton Rum Distillery will join Milton by Moonlight, the magical pop-up market featuring gourmet street food, artisan goodies, live music and an amazing bar!
Taking place on Saturday, the 4th of June from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Cribb Street will come to life under the stars thanks to Milton Rum Distillery!
Milton Rum Distillery is one of Australia’s oldest rum producers and the first to use the rectifying distillation column before it was washed away by flood waters over 100 years ago. Today, an urban distillery stands at its old site, managed by a new genration of passionate innovators.
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Spend a magical night out under the moonlight exploring the region’s most delicious gourmet street food, local artisan gifts and stalls, and live entertainment that’s sure to get you grooving the night away.
Feast on taste sensations from around the world with market classics like Paella, Gozleme, Calamari, and German Sausages…or try something new, like Ta’ameya (Fried Egyptian Falafel!), Asian Fusion Wagyu Burritos, or an Eritrean Curry with Injera!
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Top it off with a tipple from a very special pop-up bar featuring Milton’s own locally distilled rums, and Stone and Wood beers to make the night extra enjoyable! All set beside one of two groovin’ twilight stages featuring live music and bands all night.
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Stroll through over 140 specialty stalls as the sun sets and the stars fill the sky. Talk about insta-worthy, snap a pic under the twinkling festoon lighting, and bump into hilarious roving performers as you discover all that Milton has to offer. It’s a moonlight night not to be missed.
The Milton Markets are Inner West Brisbane’s premium food, farmers & lifestyle market. Every Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a calendar of special Pop-Up events throughout the year!
Goodwill Projects is one of Queensland’s most dynamic markets, events and venues companies, curating flawless events and memorable experiences.
The Old Bishopsbourne site in Milton, one of the last largest green spaces in the inner city, may be up for a massive redevelopment if Anglican Church Southern Queensland succeeds in finding a partner or investor.
The Church has listed the landmark property with Knight Frank to attract proposals that may be adopted as a master-planned solution to “realise the maximum potential” of the property. However, the Church will still retain ownership of the site even as it will be redeveloped for other uses.
The site, also known as the St Francis Theological College, is under the “Community Purpose” zone but the real estate agents tout the property for future development as a “residential, retail, medical, educational, community services, and commercial precinct.” This has raised some concerns about the future of the heritage site as it might be compromised if there will be new constructions.
Old Bishopsbourne has been established in 1868 and stands in an extremely rare green space when most areas in Milton no longer have large trees older than 100 years. Experts from the University of Queensland said that Milton’s loss of greenspace has made it vulnerable to the urban heat sink.
Some residents, however, believe that the government should step in and help with the restoration.
“I understand the financial challenge of the good-hearted and not-for-profit church (which does a lot for charity) maintaining heritage buildings but if this is the argument they are using to develop (note, not sell) the site, then the government should be stepping in and providing support so that inner city greenspace is not lost and heritage is not compromised by new building work,” Jesse Taylor said. “It is very sad the church is forced into this position and a massive loss for Brisbane.”
“The State Government heritage register identifies the site as having ‘garden setting ambience.’ Will they step up to help the owners maintain the buildings and retain such an important site in original condition?”
Despite the property listing, the Church has prepared a video with Archbishop Phillip Aspinall who explained the need for the Expression of Interest process.
“Any proposal must consider the existing vegetation and heritage of the site,” Luke Chippendale said.
“The Church values the site and wants to see it put to better community use. Education and community housing uses are among the suggestions from the community we have already received.”
The historic Milton House, one of Brisbane’s oldest homes, is undergoing restoration work as part of a projected $350-million investment to transform Kings Row Office Park on McDougall Street as a mixed-use precinct.
Shayher Group, which owns Kings Row Office Park, has been granted approval in September 2021 (DA A005719414) to carry out building work and reconfigurations that will see the site as a business centre with multiple unit dwellings, indoor sports facilities, restaurant, and community facilities.
The revamp begins with Milton House, which has now been wrapped in scaffolding since mid-February 2022.
The heritage-listed Milton House has largely been vacant but tenants of the neighbouring buildings occasionally use the property, which is next to the tennis court, as a meeting or workshop area. Its restoration will include improved interiors, kitchen, and new toilets for men and women.
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Milton House was constructed between 1852 to 1853 as the home of Sydney chemist Ambrose Eldridge. It was one of the first significant residential landmarks in the early years of Brisbane’s growth as a city. A respected resident, Mr Eldrige was active in Brisbane’s political, civic, economic, and social scenes.
His family resided in Milton House until 1855. Pastoralist John Frederick McDougall bought the mansion a year later as Mr Eldridge moved to Ipswich, where he died in 1860.
Mr McDougall, on the other hand, expanded Milton House’s estate and opened leaseholds for the property. Some of its tenants were Arthur Manning, the Colonial Under-Secretary, Henry Walsh, MLC and speaker of the Legislative Assembly, and James Crombie.
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By 1885, the estate was sold to Queensland Investment and Land Mortgage Co. Ltd and its lands were subdivided for residential development.
But the original Milton House stood the test of time and also housed The Commissioner of Police, David Thompson Seymour, noted Brisbane General Hospital physician Dr Hugh Bell, and grain merchant William Siemon.
As floodwaters subside, the devastation of the severe weather event that hit Southeast Queensland, including Milton, Rosalie and Auchenflower, has become more pronounced. What forms of assistance can residents in flood-affected suburbs get to help them recover from the effects of this disaster?
Among the most affected areas in Brisbane include Milton where low-lying streets and homes were inundated with floodwaters from the swollen Brisbane River. The floods affected Coronation Drive that heavily impacted traffic flow for days. Milton State School was submerged as well and remained closed for several days along with 1,000 plus other state schools.
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Nearby Rosalie was also not spared with floodwaters reaching chest high entering restaurants, destroying equipment and machines and leaving owners with the laborious task of cleaning up after the flood.
Auchenflower too took a beating from the torrential rains and flooding as helpless residents could only watch as their homes got inundated with floodwaters. And to make the situation more frustrating, water comes flowing back after they have already finished cleaning up.
The total damage caused by the floods is estimated to reach $1 billion as flood and storm damage insurance claims rose in the aftermath of the inundation with about 31,000 claims already being made.
Access to grants and support for flood-impacted residents
On 1 March, the State Government unveiled grants and support for flood-impacted areas including Emergency Hardship Assistance grants of up to $180 per person and $900 for a family of five or more. As assessments in other affected areas are still ongoing, these grants are open for people in the following LGAs only:
Ipswich LGA
Somerset LGA
Moreton Bay LGA
Lockyer Valley LGA
Gympie LGA
Dallarnil locality – North Burnett LGA
However, there are other grants available to eligible residents who are uninsured and have experienced certain losses or damage to their property including the Essential Household Contents Grant which provides up to 1,765 for single adults and up to $5,300 for couples/families.
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Also available are the Structural Assistance Grant – to go towards repairs to make the home secure and safe – and the Essential Services Safety and Reconnection Grant which is a two-part grant aimed at helping affected homeowners get reconnected with essential services including electricity, gas, water and sewerage.
The State Government is also rolling out a “rapid housing response” in flood-affected areas, including the establishment of a $600,000 Rapid Response Fund, to tackle housing challenges and homelessness brought about by the recent flooding.
“Record interstate migration, rising house prices, very low vacancy rates, COVID-19 and severe weather has created a perfect storm.
“Every Queenslander deserves a roof over their head, and I have been looking at all available options to assist people who might require short-term accommodation and longer-term housing,” Minister for Communities and Housing Leeanne Enoch said.
“We are doing this in a way that considers the individual and the diverse needs of households.
“This includes providing accommodation solutions with appropriate support for people with disability, and people experiencing homelessness or domestic and family violence.”
Those needing housing help are encouraged to call 13 QGOV (13 74 68) or visit the nearest Housing Service Centre.
Meanwhile, the Australian Government is also offering support through its Disaster Recovery Payment program which provides eligible families who have been significantly affected by the recent disaster with a lump sum payment of $1,000 per adult and $400 for each child younger than 16.
Prepare your Christmas shopping list and get ready to uncover unique items for gifting friends and family at the exciting Christmas Twilight Markets in Milton!
Set for Saturday 27 November, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., on Cribb Street, the Milton Christmas Twilight Markets will feature a superb premium pop-up “Brewdolph” bar with live music, foodie delights, and heaps of artisan pieces from creative and unique designers.
Get your mittens on award-winning chutneys and sauces from Stone & Lea; handworked timber homewares or ceramics from local artisans, locally designed fashions from Destii, Miles Away Company and more, freshly shucked oysters from Island Oyster Bar, or a fragrant Eritrean curry from West End icon and social enterprise Mu’ooz.
Say goodbye to winter and stick a flower in your hair as Milton Markets celebrates the blooming springtime with an assembly of gourmet food, a pop-up bar, live entertainment, and bespoke shopping finds!
Over 150 vendors will be featured at Milton Markets’ Seasonal Flavours: Twilight Edition, which will be underway on Saturday, 11 Sept 2021, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. After the cancellation of Christmas in July, this Twilights market will be springing back with more thrills and amusement for families.
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Expect Cribb Street to overflow with hundreds of specialty stalls, makers, bakers, growers, and chefs to enjoy the start of warmer evenings and bring spring to life under the stars!
Meanwhile, Milton Markets’ regular Sunday trading returns to its regular hours from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Known as Inner West Brisbane’s premier lifestyle market featuring South East Queensland’s best producers and creatives, Milton Markets is the perfect weekend outing for families.
Follow Milton Markets Facebook page for regular updates on its activities.
