Newstead Suburb Profile

This neighbourhood is a buzzing industrial hub, with an eclectic mix of small-scale businesses, local breweries, and retail outlets. Living in Newstead means enjoying the local amenities that buzz all week long, as residents love the unique offering of boutique bars, pubs, and restaurants nestled among the grungy factories-come-fitness studios. The Gasworks precinct serves as the central hub of the suburb, boasting a generous offering of fresh produce, cafés, and restaurants. The heritage-listed Gasometer has been repurposed as part of an urban renewal project, which serves as a local picnic spot and venue for community events. 

With its close proximity to Brisbane’s CBD and popular neighbours Teneriffe and New Farm within arm’s reach, Newstead is a convenient location. A pathway wraps along the river, creating a pedestrian link from Newstead Park through to New Farm Park – a favourite running and cycling track for the locals. 

Living in Newstead also means being part of a vibrant food culture, boasting a wide range of popular eateries, cafés, and bakeries for the community to choose from. The popular James Street precinct in Fortitude Valley is nearby, enhancing the appeal. The local CityCat ferry links Newstead with neighbouring suburbs New Farm and Bulimba, and the outer riverside Brisbane areas such as Hamilton’s popular Portside Precinct. 

Area Features

Walks & Parks

Heritage Forest is a lush area of reclaimed land (it was formerly a tip) that’s now home to walking trails, picnic areas, and a kids’ playground. The park is a popular place for families with young kids, families with dogs and avid walkers to come together on the weekends.

Neighbourhood Eats

When it comes to food, Newstead’s residents are well catered for. The Newstead Hotel and Olives Restaurant is a casual pub and sports bar in the area. The neighbourhood watering hole serves classic pub grub including Tasmanian seafood, steaks, and wood fired pizza. Tasmandu, an Indian and Nepalese Restaurant, Cinnamon Café and Restaurant, and Relax Café are also much-loved local spots.