Forest Lake Drives Activity Across a Mixed Market in Inala, Durack, Pallara and Doolandella

In this latest edition of our Local Property Market Snapshot, recent sales activity, current listings, median pricing, and a peek into local development applications, along with market commentary from Local Expert Matt Groves, provide a multi-layered view of how the market is tracking across Forest Lake and surrounding suburbs.

Rather than relying on a single metric, the combination of what’s selling, where prices are sitting and how activity varies between suburbs offers a practical benchmark for homeowners and buyers to assess value and compare conditions across the local area.



Matt Groves
Property investors are very nervous about the potential impending CGT budget policy.

It is difficult to advise clients because there is a tendency to wait until after the budget on May 12, but that could mean selling into a glut of new listings, which may cause downward pressure on prices.

Despite testing economic conditions, with the oil price situation pushing diesel costs and the price of many plastic products, including plumber’s piping, through the roof, we had a satisfactory auction of 21 Durundur Court, Durack. Three bidders ended up taking the property to $1.45 million when the hammer came down, the vendor was happy, and when other properties in that price range are having to sell at a discount currently, this was fair value.

We are currently listing a 3-bedroom property in Inala at 19 Centaurus Street, set on 693 square metres of land. Subject to the necessary approvals, a buyer could decide to build a granny flat as it has good side access.
Did you know that until the 1950s, Inala was known as Serviceton because after World War II a group of ex-servicemen formed the Serviceton Co-Operative Society to build homes for their families. The word “Inala” is Aboriginal, meaning a peaceful or restful place.

On August 9, 1975, 326 Vietnamese refugees arrived in Brisbane and Inala became their favoured home. Inala Plaza is now an extraordinary cultural experience.

Over the last 90 days, 3-bedroom houses in Inala have ranged from $792,000 to $1,050,000, while 4-bedroom houses have ranged from $780,000 to $1,098,000, which is quite unusual as they seem very close. The sample size is small, being six 3-bedroom house sales in Inala, with five 4-bedroom house sales in Inala. However, this still seems out of whack.

For example, in Forest Lake, the 90-day window shows the following for the same 90-day window:
#Beds#SalesMedianPrice Range
328$979K$800K – $1.18M
416$1.25M$985K – $1.65M
57$1.42M$1.15M – $1.60M
Matt Groves

What’s my house worth in Forest Lake?

Use these lists of recent property listings and recent top sales to estimate where the value of your property fits, along with the pulse of the market in Forest Lake.

RECENT PROPERTY LISTINGS
FOREST LAKE
Address
Price
9 Paton Cres
5
2
$1.03M+
26 Dulwich Pl
4
2
$1.1M+
12 Cassatt Pl
4
2
$1.435M+
24 Harrison Cres
4
2
$900K+
78 Augusta Cres
3
2
$949K
FOREST LAKE
TOP 10 SALES | LAST 90 DAYS
Address
Price
17 Santorini Pl
$1.65M
4
2
65 Booloumba Cres
$1.60M
5
2
8 Unley Pl
$1.60M
5
2
14 Lilydale Pl
$1.56M
5
2
5 Fitzroy Pl
$1.42M
5
2
62 Toolara Cct
$1.379M
4
2
36 Pendula Cct
$1.365M
6
3
4 Burnside Pl
$1.355M
4
2
44 Pacific Pde
$1.35M
4
2
5 Baccata Pl
$1.29M
4
2

Forest Lake Medians (90-day and 1-year Overview)

Forest Lake’s recent sales point to a clear concentration of demand in the 3- and 4-bedroom segments, with the 3-bedroom market driving the highest transaction volume while 4-bedroom homes maintain a strong price premium without matching that volume.

Recent sales show higher pricing across all house segments compared to the 12-month figures, particularly in the core 3- and 4-bedroom markets.

The price ranges between these two segments show only limited overlap at the margins, suggesting buyers are largely operating within defined budget bands rather than stretching between categories. The 5-bedroom market, while naturally achieving higher prices, remains comparatively thin, indicating it plays a much smaller role in overall market movement than the core 3- and 4-bedroom segments.

Unit sales are only reflected in the 12-month data, with relatively low volumes across all configurations, indicating that recent activity is concentrated almost entirely in detached housing.

FOREST LAKE
90-day Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
Price Range
House
3
28
$979K
$800K – $1.175M
House
4
16
$1.25M
$985K – $1.65M
House
5
7
$1.42M
$1.15M – $1.6M
1-year Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
Price Range
House
3
156
$870.5K
$600K – $1.3M
House
4
146
$1.03M
$750K – $1.825M
House
5
34
$1.401M
$967.3K – $1.815M
Unit
2
8
$605K
$460K – $797K
Unit
3
15
$630K
$530K – $830K
Unit
4
1
$710K
$710K only

What’s my house worth in Pallara?

Use these lists of recent property listings and recent top sales to estimate where the value of your property fits, along with the pulse of the market in Pallara.

RECENT PROPERTY LISTINGS
PALLARA
Address
Price
14 Magnolia St
5
2
$1.649M+
86 Devries St
5
3
$1.435M
20 Tambor Cres
4
2
$1.1M+
12 Bill Watson Way
4
2
$1.079M+
42 Ferdinando St
4
2
$1.15M
PALLARA
TOP 10 SALES | LAST 90 DAYS
Address
Price
46 Landel St
$1.636M
2
1
4 Tambor Cres
$1.53M
6
4
30 Brookbent Rd
$1.395M
4
2
14 Harper St
$1.38M
5
3
16 Diamond St
$1.342M
4
2
18 Gilding Pl
$1.30M
4
2
12 Miami Pl
$1.30M
4
2
115 Brookbent Rd
$1.29M
4
2
35 Escalade Cct
$1.26M
4
2
7 Ponting Cct
$1.256M
4
2

Pallara Medians (90-day and 1-year Overview)

Pallara’s recent sales activity is concentrated in larger family homes, with 4-bedroom houses recording 17 sales in the past 90 days at a median of $1.16M, above the 12-month median of $1.09M.

Over the full year, 4-bedroom homes dominate in volume with 90 sales, while both 3- and 5-bedroom categories have comparatively lower transaction counts, indicating that most measurable pricing movement is centred in the 4-bedroom market.

PALLARA
90-day Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
Price Range
House
4
17
$1.16M
$980K – $1.395M
House
5
3
$1.275M
$1.275M – $1.38M
1-year Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
Price Range
House
3
5
$885K
$815K – $1.22M
House
4
90
$1.09M
$628K – $1.672M
House
5
21
$1.38M
$970K – $1.685M

What’s my house worth in Doolandella?

Use these lists of recent property listings and recent top sales to estimate where the value of your property fits, along with the pulse of the market in Doolandella.

RECENT PROPERTY LISTINGS
DOOLANDELLA
Address
Price
39/25 Paddington St
5
3
$1.5M+
11 Redhead St
4
2
$1.178M
67 Fred Pham Cres
4
2
$1.1M+
5 Cloverdale Rd
4
2
$1.0675M+
36 Westminster Blvd
4
2
$1.05-$1.1M
DOOLANDELLA
TOP 10 SALES | LAST 90 DAYS
Address
Price
17 Rockfield Rd
$1.30M
4
2
23/53 Crossacres St
$1.225M
4
2
17 Muhammad St
$1.215M
4
2
17 Sevenhill Pl
$1.21M
4
2
35 Mayfair St
$1.12M
4
2
5 Agostino Cl
$1.098M
4
2
9 Kokuso Pl
$1.076M
4
2
13 Redhead St
$1.05M
4
2
3 Hillingdon St
$1.05M
4
2
19 Tulip Ln
$1.03M
4
2

Doolandella Medians (90-day and 1-year Overview)

Doolandella’s recent sales data shows that 4-bedroom houses are the most active segment, with 8 sales in the past 90 days and a median of $1.087M, compared to a 12-month median of $987.5K, indicating stronger recent pricing in that category.

Unit and townhouse activity is more concentrated in the 3-bedroom segment, with the 90-day median broadly aligned with the 12-month median, indicating stable pricing for that segment over the last 12 months.

Other segments, including 5-bedroom houses and 4-bedroom units/townhouses, have relatively low recent sales volumes, making short-term comparisons less conclusive based on the available data.

DOOLANDELLA
90-day Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
Price Range
House
4
8
$1.087M
$1.03M – $1.3M
Unit/TH
3
11
$781K
$700K – $850K
Unit/TH
4
2
$1.125M
$1.025M – $1.225M
1-year Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
Price Range
House
3
4
$837.5K
$780K – $1M
House
4
50
$987.5K
$850K – $1.3M
House
5
7
$1.025M
$850K – $1.235M
Unit/TH
3
66
$712.75K
$596K – $890K
Unit/TH
4
6
$976K
$800K – $1.225M

What’s my property worth in Inala?

Use these lists of recent property listings and recent top sales to estimate where the value of your property fits, along with the pulse of the market in Inala.

RECENT PROPERTY LISTINGS
INALA
Address
Price
19 Japonica St
4
2
$950K
278 Freeman Rd
3
2
$875K
23 Hook St
3
2
$989K+
34 Sycamore St
3
1
$998,888
19 Centaurus St
3
1
$929K+
INALA
TOP 10 SALES | LAST 90 DAYS
Address
Price
46 Rosemary St
$1.10M
4
2
6 Lapwing St
$1.00M
3
1
55 Rosella St
$970K
3
1
30 Cypress St
$968K
3
1
32 Crater St
$965K
3
2
49 Crater St
$955K
3
1
81 Deodar St
$932K
3
1
50 Crater St
$928K
3
1
11 Yulan St
$905K
2
1
14 Aldebaran St
$792K
3
1

Inala Medians (90-day and 1-year Overview)

Inala shows evidence that recent detached-house sales are sitting above their broader 12-month medians, particularly in the core family-house categories.

The 3-bedroom house segment shows the strongest recent movement, with the 90-day median sitting about 8% above the 12-month median. The 5-bedroom category remains too thin in the recent period to draw a reliable short-term trend.

INALA
90-day Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
House
3
8
$943,500
House
4
5
$850,000
House
5
0
1-year Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
House
3
75
$870,000
House
4
15
$850,000
House
5
3
$975,000

What’s my property worth in Durack?

Use these lists of recent property listings and recent top sales to estimate where the value of your property fits, along with the pulse of the market in Durack.

RECENT PROPERTY LISTINGS
DURACK
Address
Price
28 Dionigan Cres
6
3
Auction
8 Chanel Pl
4
2
Auction
36 Thornlaw St
3
2
Inviting Offers
1 Jarrah Pl
3
1
Inviting Offers
27/8 Saint Kilda Ct
3
2
$759K – $789K
DURACK
TOP 10 SALES | LAST 90 DAYS
Address
Price
21 Durundur Ct
$1.45M
4
2
5 Boulia Ct
$1.31M
4
2
16 Emerson Cl
$1.26M
4
3
9 Kurrajong St
$1.13M
3
2
13 Chanel Pl
$1.10M
4
2
20 Glenala Rd
$1.10M
3
1
7 Altola St
$1.10M
3
2
57 Dinnigan Cres
$1.075M
4
2
87 Tinaroo St
$1.059M
4
2
40 Finetti Cct
$1.00M
4
2

Durack Medians (90-day and 1-year Overview)

Like Inala, recent detached-house sales in Durack are sitting above their broader 12-month medians, particularly in the core family-house categories.

The clearest lift in Durack is in 4-bedroom houses, where the recent median is around 10% higher than the 12-month figure.

DURACK
90-day Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
House
3
3
$940,000
House
4
7
$1,075,000
House
5
0
1-year Overview
Type
Beds
Sales
Median
House
3
19
$910,000
House
4
30
$976,500
House
5
3
$1,015,000

Some Development Applications in Forest Lake and Surrounds

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Published 30-April-2026

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Note: This article is based on data from publicly available sources at the time of publication and is intended for general information only. Readers should conduct their own research and seek independent advice before making any property decisions

Inala’s Jianming Su Drives Community Recycling Through Containers For Change

In Inala, Jianming Su is leading a Containers for Change initiative that is expanding access to recycling while supporting everyday community participation through his social enterprise, Panda Recycling.



A Personal Shift Towards Community Work In Inala

Jianming Su’s path to establishing a recycling initiative in Inala began with a strong engineering background, holding qualifications from Finland and China and experience in the energy sector overseas. After relocating to Australia, he encountered challenges entering his professional field, prompting a shift toward building a local, community-focused enterprise.

That transition led to the creation of Panda Recycling, a social enterprise designed to deliver practical recycling services while supporting the people and places it serves. In Inala, this approach has taken shape through the operation of a Containers for Change shopfront at the Inala Civic Centre.

Containers for Change
Photo Credit: COEX/LinkedIn

Building A Recycling Hub In Inala

Through Jianming Su’s efforts, the Inala shopfront provides residents with a convenient and accessible way to return eligible containers. Open seven days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., the site offers both automated and assisted services to suit different needs.

The facility includes two reverse vending machines, along with manual counting options for customers who prefer direct assistance. To improve accessibility, instructions are available in both English and Vietnamese, reflecting the needs of the local community.

Since opening in late October, the Inala shopfront has processed more than 178,000 containers, returning approximately $17,800 to the community through container refunds.

Combining Practical Service With Community Focus

Jianming Su’s approach through Panda Recycling centres on making recycling simple and accessible while maintaining a strong community focus. The Inala site integrates technology with in-person support, allowing customers to choose how they engage with the service.

Residents can receive refunds in cash, transfer funds directly to their bank accounts, or donate to Brisbane South Toy Mission, a local organisation supporting children and families. Free collection services for homes and businesses further extend the reach of the initiative across Inala.

Panda Recycling
Photo Credit: COEX/LinkedIn

Expanding Access Through Local Leadership In Inala

The Inala shopfront forms part of a wider expansion of Containers for Change locations, bringing recycling services closer to where people live and work. Through Jianming Su’s leadership, the local site has contributed to reducing litter while improving access to container refunds within the community.



By focusing on practical service delivery and accessibility, the Inala initiative highlights how individual-led efforts can support both environmental outcomes and everyday use within local communities.

Published 8-Apr-2026

Inala University Study Hub Opens, Offering Free Support for Local Tertiary Students

Inala now has a dedicated, free study facility for tertiary students, with the Inala University Study Hub (IUSH) open at Level 1, 20 Wirraway Parade.


Read: New Inala Study Hub: Bringing University Education Closer to Home


What the hub offers

Photo credit: Instagram/Inala Study Hub

The facility is open to anyone enrolled at an Australian university, TAFE, or registered training provider, regardless of where they live or study. The hub describes itself as institution-agnostic, meaning it works alongside a student’s chosen education provider rather than being tied to any single institution.

Services include personalised student support, one-on-one or group academic advising covering study planning, goal setting, and writing and research skills, as well as career guidance including CV and interview support.

The facility is equipped with quiet study zones, meeting and conference rooms, high-speed Wi-Fi, all-in-one PCs, video conferencing, printing and scanning, secure swipe card access, and a kitchenette.

Photo credit: Instagram/Inala Study Hub

The hub is managed by Dr Su-Ann Tan, who holds a PhD in Intercultural Communication and Cross-Cultural Psychology and has 18 years of experience in Australian higher education. She has worked with students and communities across Australia and Southeast Asia, and currently teaches intercultural communication at university level.

The hub also welcomes involvement from parents, local businesses, and community organisations looking to connect with students, offer work placements, or provide mentoring opportunities.

Why Inala?

According to Federal Member for Oxley Milton Dick, only around 22.4 per cent of young people in Inala hold a degree, compared to nearly half of young Australians nationally. The hub’s own materials note that evidence shows university participation tends to increase in areas where Study Hubs operate.


Read: Inala Gets a Higher Education Boost with UniSQ Study Hub


The hub is funded through the Suburban University Study Hubs Program. More information is available at iush.edu.au

Published 8-April-2026

Inala’s Inspire Youth and Family Services Launches Community-Led Program to Redirect At-Risk Youth

In the face of growing concern over youth crime across Brisbane, Inspire Youth and Family Services, has secured a Kickstarter early intervention grant to deliver a new community-led program in Inala aimed at redirecting at-risk young people before offending escalates.



Based at 79 Poinsettia Street, the initiative, dubbed the Inspire Positive Redirection Program, is geared towards guiding young people aged 8 to 17 in the southwest Brisbane suburb who are already showing signs of antisocial or early criminal behaviour.

The program combines mentoring, family support and community engagement to help participants build positive life pathways before disengagement becomes entrenched.

It forms part of a broader round of four Kickstarter-funded early intervention initiatives across Greater Brisbane, with Inspire Youth and Family Services joining three other community organisations sharing more than $1 million in total funding.

Turning the Tide on Youth Crime

It comes as early intervention and rehabilitation are starting to turn the tide on Labor’s Youth Crime Crisis, delivering a 7.2 per cent drop in the number of victims of crime in 2025.

“We introduced our tough Adult Crime, Adult Time laws to hold offenders to account but, we are also investing in early intervention because it’s a critical step to stop youth from falling into a life of crime,” Minister for Youth Justice and Victim Support Laura Gerber  said.  

“Addressing the early signs of disengagement, anti-social or criminal behaviour is critical to breaking the cycle of crime and putting youth back on the right track.

“We are delivering safety where you live with tough laws, more police, early intervention, and rehabilitation to break Labor’s cycle of crime for good.”  

Community-led initiatives
Photo Credit: IYS

A Service Built From the Ground Up in Inala

Inspire Youth and Family Services has operated in Inala for more than 35 years, making it one of the longest-standing youth support organisations in southwest Brisbane. The organisation works with children and young people from birth to 25 years of age, offering a multidisciplinary mix of services that spans educational re-engagement, youth housing and homelessness support, bail and court support, family case management and school-based youth welfare.

Each year, more than 400 young people access the organisation’s medium-term transitional accommodation, while its bail support services work with young people in contact with the justice system to help stabilise their circumstances and reduce the risk of reoffending.

Among its most recognisable community assets is The Hut, a youth outreach centre located in DJ Sherrington Park in Inala. The Hut provides a safe and creative space for young people aged 12 to 25, running educational workshops, facilitated discussions and creative engagement programs throughout the year.

That kind of embedded, accessible infrastructure sets Inspire apart from externally delivered programs, giving the organisation a genuine understanding of the community it serves and the trust of the families and young people who rely on it.

A Suburb Shaped by Long-Term Challenges

Inala sits approximately 22 kilometres southwest of Brisbane’s CBD and carries a long history as a planned public housing suburb, established in the early 1950s to address post-war housing shortages. That history has shaped the suburb’s demographics, with socioeconomic disadvantage remaining a real and persistent feature of life for many Inala families.

Forest Lake, the broader ward within which Inala sits, includes a diverse and growing residential population, and while crime across the ward decreased significantly between 2023 and 2024, the underlying pressures that drive youth disengagement remain present.

Inspire Youth and Family Services is not a new presence in Poinsettia Street. It has been part of the suburb’s fabric for decades, operating through the complex social challenges that many southwest Brisbane families navigate.

Families, schools and community members seeking more information about this program can phone on (07) 3372 2655, or email office@iys.org.au, or through the website at iys.org.au.



Published 23-March-2026

401 Cars stolen in Inala as Police Data Reveals Statewide Trend

Police data shows 401 vehicles were stolen in Inala, placing this suburb among the areas with the highest car theft totals in Queensland and drawing attention to the scale of vehicle-related offences affecting residents.



The figure comes from Queensland Police Service crime statistics referenced in statewide reporting, which examined trends in unlawful use of a motor vehicle across the state.

Police data showed 1,797 victims of unlawful use of a motor vehicle were recorded across Queensland in November 2025, making it one of the highest monthly totals since records began in 2001.

Across the first eleven months of 2025, there were 16,805 victims of vehicle theft statewide, according to publicly available Queensland Police statistics. The number was slightly lower than the same period in 2024 but had been trending upward since August.


Vehicle theft figures are recorded by the location where the offence occurs, meaning suburbs with larger populations or higher numbers of parked vehicles can record higher totals.

With a population of more than 15,000 residents, Inala is one of the larger suburbs on the statewide list of areas recording the most stolen vehicles.

Police have said they continue to target property offences such as vehicle theft through enforcement operations and prevention strategies aimed at reducing victim numbers.

Community groups supporting crime victims have also reported increasing numbers of people seeking assistance after having vehicles stolen, with some incidents involving threats or confrontations during the offence.



Published 10-March-2026

Annastacia Palaszczuk Honoured With Official Portrait Featuring 2032 Olympics Pin

Former Queensland leader Annastacia Palaszczuk, who grew up in Inala, saw her official portrait unveiled this week, with the artwork featuring an Olympic rings pin commemorating her role in securing the 2032 Brisbane Games.



Brisbane artist Bronwyn Hill painted the portrait, which depicts a smiling Palaszczuk sitting in a reading room surrounded by books. The Olympic pin attached to her jacket in the painting was a gift from former International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach and former Australian Olympic Committee chief John Coates.

Palaszczuk, who led Queensland for nearly nine years between 2015 and 2023, said she loved the portrait and felt it captured her essence. The artist conducted multiple sittings to get to know her subject, aiming to create a relaxed, approachable image.

Olympic Legacy Takes Centre Stage

The Olympics pin illustrated in the painting holds special meaning for the Inala native, who played a central role in bringing the 2032 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games to Brisbane. She said getting the Games was a very big task and predicts the event will transform Queensland.

Hill said she wanted to depict Palaszczuk with both warmth and confidence, creating somebody who appears ready to listen and inviting discussion. The setting in the reading room reflected Palaszczuk’s love of reading and her appreciation for finding quiet moments away from the daily demands of leadership.

Photo Credit: QP / Facebook

Books and Changing Times

Palaszczuk predicted her official portrait would be one of the last featuring books in the background, noting that future portraits will probably feature computers and phones instead. During her time in office, she treasured the books and documents that surrounded her workspace.

Official portrait by Brownwyn Hill
Photo Credit: Corrine McMillan / Instagram

The unveiling attracted a range of guests including current Queensland leader David Crisafulli, her successor Steven Miles, Governor Jeannette Young, and several former ministers and advisers. Palaszczuk’s parents Lorelle and Henry, who himself served as a minister during the Beattie era, attended the ceremony.

Rare Female Representation in Leadership Portraits

The official portrait joins a small collection of artworks depicting women in leadership roles. Palaszczuk acknowledged being struck by the small number of portraits featuring women during her years as an elected representative, with her artwork now standing as one of only a few depicting female Queensland leaders.

Annastacia Palaszczuk
Photo Credit: QP / Facebook

The Inala local said she never dreamed she would become premier and described it as the greatest honour of her life to serve the Queensland people. She is enjoying her post-political life and does not want to make a comeback, though she misses the friendships and interactions from her years in public service.



Published 12-February-2026.

Inala and Forest Lake Organisations Unite to Fund Local Causes

Vulnerable families in Forest Lake and Inala are receiving critical support through a multi-million dollar funding effort led by two major local community hubs.



Banking on the Community

Inala
Photo Credit: Supplied

Heritage Bank’s Forest Lake Branch recently marked a significant milestone in its ongoing partnership with Forest Lake One Community (FLOC). Since the branch began operations in 2005, it has handed out more than $1.5 million in grants to groups within its local boundary. This area covers suburbs including Doolandella, Durack, Richlands, and Willawong. The branch operates as a joint venture, and Branch Manager Sanjh Prasad noted that the location was specifically created to return profits to the people who live there.

Every two months, the branch and FLOC select local non-profits to receive financial aid. In early October, more than $5,000 was shared among three key groups. One of these recipients was the Brisbane South Toy Library in Richlands. Operating on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, the library functions much like a traditional book library but for toys. It allows children aged six months to 12 years to borrow from a collection of hundreds of items. The service aims to reduce plastic waste and lower expenses for parents, while also creating a friendly space for families to gather.

Comfort for those in Need

Another portion of the recent grant went to Pillowcases for Oncology. This volunteer group sews and donates pillows to children who are undergoing or recovering from cancer treatments. The goal is to provide physical comfort to young patients while they are in the hospital. Dan Baldwin from FLOC mentioned that this charity was personally significant to him, and he felt proud to back an initiative that helps so many families during difficult times.

The third recipient was the National Seniors Australia Forest Lake Branch. This group supports residents over the age of 50 by offering access to financial advice and opportunities for social connection. The funding helps them continue providing these essential services to their members.

A Long History of Giving

Inala
Photo Credit: Google Maps

In the neighbouring suburb of Inala, the Blue Fin Fishing Club has also made substantial contributions. Over the last 13 years, the club has donated $2.85 million to the area. General Manager Peter Purins stated that the club has always operated as a not-for-profit organisation since it began in 1956. He explained that all money earned by the venue is either used to upgrade facilities for members or donated directly to the community.

The club raises a large portion of these funds through its Tuesday night meal service. Five dollars from every main meal sold on those nights is set aside for local causes. Mr Purins noted that this initiative generates a considerable amount of money. Current beneficiaries of this weekly fundraising effort include the Brisbane South First Aid Volunteers, Wandarrah Preschool & Community Centre, the Lions Club of Inala, and Paws for Hope & Understanding.



Feeding the future

Beyond cash donations, the fishing club runs specific programs to help children. It currently funds breakfast clubs at nine local schools, with plans to expand to a tenth school soon. This ensures students and staff have a healthy start to the day. The club also supports the Salvation Army by donating around 60 hams each Christmas to ensure struggling families can enjoy a festive meal. Mr Purins remarked that it is up to the charitable organisations to use the resources where they are needed most, which makes a real difference in people’s lives.

Looking ahead, the Blue Fin Fishing Club is preparing for its 70th anniversary in January 2026. The club plans to host a week of promotions and a major dinner to celebrate the occasion. The event will also honour long-standing members, some of whom have belonged to the club for up to 60 years.

Published Date 26-November-2025

New Chi Link Massage Store Brings Relaxation and Wellbeing to Inala

Inala Plaza has welcomed a new addition to its health and wellbeing offering, with Chi Link Massage opening its first location at the centre.


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The new venue is led by Helen Wang, an experienced massage therapist with more than a decade in the industry. She said opening at Inala Plaza was a natural choice.

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“Our Inala Plaza team includes therapists who live in the surrounding community, making this store opening especially meaningful as it allows them to serve their own neighbourhood,” Ms Wang said.

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Ms Wang, who began her career as an aesthetician before specialising in massage therapy, said her goal was simple. “I am driven by the joy of making people happy and helping them feel better. Relieving people’s pain and making a positive impact on their health is everything to me.”

The clinic offers a range of treatments including neck and shoulder massages, remedial-style back and shoulder therapies, foot detoxes and reflexology. Other options include relaxation, hot stone, cupping, and detox treatments, with private health insurance rebates available for eligible remedial services.

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To mark its opening, Chi Link Massage is offering a 10% discount on all services until 14 September, alongside special introductory packages. Deals include a 10-minute neck and shoulders massage for $10 (normally $20), and a 60-minute deluxe hot stone whole body oil massage for $90 (normally $125).

Inala Plaza Marketing Director Donna O’Neill said the store was a welcome addition to the centre. “The new Chi Link Massage store is beautifully fitted out, has a great team of therapists and offers a wonderful range of services and products. Helen and her team bring a great energy to the centre that we are looking forward to welcoming to Inala Plaza.”


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Chi Link Massage Inala Plaza is open daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with extended trading until 7:00 pm on Thursdays.

Published 10-September-2025

Multicultural Mass in Inala to Honour Migrants as ‘Missionaries of Hope’

With an expected crowd of 1,200 people, ten choirs, and more than 20 cultural groups participating, the Queen of Vietnamese Martyrs Catholic Church in Inala is preparing to host the Archdiocese of Brisbane’s vibrant and large-scale annual Multicultural Mass.



Honouring a Special Theme

The special event will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, 24 August. This year’s gathering is held in recognition of the 111th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, embracing a theme chosen by Pope Francis: “Migrants, Missionaries of Hope.”

An archdiocesan project officer, Liliana Ortiz, explained that the theme is a fitting reflection for the Jubilee Year. She said it acknowledges the resilience and hope with which migrants and refugees face challenges, and it recognises the joy, vitality, and faith they contribute to local parishes.

A Gathering of Nations

Brisbane apostolic administrator Archbishop Mark Coleridge will preside over the Mass, joined by priests who minister to diverse cultural communities across the archdiocese. Organisers from the Archdiocesan Ministries Inclusion team anticipate participation from 20 to 25 cultural communities and have confirmed that ten different choirs will contribute to the liturgy.

The Vietnamese Catholic Community will host the event at their Inala church for the second time. The Mass is described as a powerful expression of the Church’s unity and a reminder of the rich cultural fabric of the archdiocese, celebrating the unique gifts each community brings to its life and mission.



A Celebration for the Community

Following the Mass, a joyful celebration will continue on the church grounds, featuring cultural performances that highlight the traditions of the communities present. Attendees will also share in a diverse array of food from around the world and enjoy a range of fun activities planned for children.

All are warmly encouraged to attend and wear their traditional or cultural dress as a visible and beautiful sign of a united and diverse community. Registrations for the event are now available online.

Published Date 31-July-2025

Ten People Escape Overnight House Fire in Inala

Ten people, including young children, were forced to evacuate a share house in Inala after a fire tore through the property overnight.



 Emergency Response and Evacuation

Emergency services were called to a residential fire on Rosemary Street, Inala, shortly after midnight on 24 June. Fire crews arrived to find the house already approximately 80 per cent engulfed in flames. The home was shared by 11 people, though only 10 were present at the time of the incident. All occupants were assessed by Queensland Ambulance Service and found to be in stable condition, with no hospital transfers required.

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Lack of Smoke Alarms Investigated

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) confirmed there were no working smoke alarms in the property. Fire investigators are examining whether any alarms were installed and why they failed to activate. 

Authorities expressed concern given that Queensland law requires smoke alarms in all residences, with updated rules effective from January 1, 2022, mandating interconnected, photoelectric alarms in bedrooms, hallways, and on each level of rental properties.

Rapid Spread and Structural Hazards

Firefighters faced dangerous conditions and were forced to battle the blaze from outside due to the structural instability of the building. Crews reported that the roof was collapsing, making internal operations unsafe.

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Residents Alerted One Another

A resident who first noticed the fire in the kitchen began alerting others by knocking on doors and yelling out. Although some residents were unrelated, they were all successfully evacuated through these warnings.

Impact on Families

Among the residents was Mona Liza Aokuso, who lived in the home with her partner and three children aged 7, 8 and 9. The fire occurred a day before her son’s birthday. The family lost all belongings and has been left without a home.

Compliance and Investigation Underway



QFES is investigating the history of the property and whether the arrangement constituted budget accommodation. If the residence is found to have breached fire safety or housing regulations, further action may be taken by the department’s compliance and legal teams.

Published 26-June-2025