Morningside Local Guide

INNER-CITY BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND

Find your Place in Morningside.

Said to be named for the sight of the morning sun catching the banks of the river, Morningside is a highly sought-after residential suburb located along Wynnum Road, Brisbane.

Morningside was first settled in early 1870 and was used for mainly agriculture including dairy, sugarcane and tobacco production. Morningside was once a rural area before it became a popular residential area during the post-war boom. Today, Morningside is a buzzing suburb filled with state-of-the-art amenities, local attractions, rich history and an excellent community feel.

A sea-like change, while still being close to the city.

Enjoy the very best that inner-city suburban living has to offer in Morningside. Serviced by Wynnum and Lytton Road, the suburb beautifully blends modern, suburban living with a bit of old-industrial charm. With its fantastic access to the CBD via car, bus or train residents can easily commute to work whilst still being able to appreciate all the good that comes with living in a suburban pocket.

Take in the beautiful views of the Brisbane River in the suburb's popular brewery spot, Revel Riverside, or stop by Colmslie Beach Reserve for a play in the park, a walk along the water or simply, to take in the blissful scenery.

Morningside is also home to numerous historical sites including the Morningside School of Arts building. The hall was constructed in 1926 when the suburb was experiencing rapid residential growth and development after World War I. The hall was frequently used for arts, church services, group meetings and social functions. It is no longer a School of Arts but operates as a public venue for the local community. Another historical site in Morningside is located at 580 Wynnum Road, which is the Morningside Air Raid Shelter. The Air Raid Shelter is an important site in demonstrating the evolution of Queensland history.

Morningside's demographic is equally made up of owner-occupiers and renters and is largely populated by single occupants. Great for young professionals but also a perfect spot for families, Morningside has a blend of large, beautiful homes on big blocks, homes that are within walking distance to the river and an array of units and townhouses located along and on the outskirts of Wynnum Road.

Amongst the great homes, you can find suburban cafes such as Monocle Coffee or take some much-needed rest and recharge in Balmoral Park, located along Wynnum Road and Jean Howie Drive.

Morningside is incredibly diverse when it comes to the multitude of amenities that it is home to. After spending Saturday morning swimming at the Colmslie Pool, head to The Fish Factory to take home premium quality seafood that is from pristine Australian and New Zealand waters. Feeling a bit peckish? The Fish Factory also has an incredible takeaway fish and chips and sushi menu filled with all of your family's favourites. Top it all off and satisfy your sweet tooth at Lick Ice Cream. Home of everyone's favourite Ekka 'OMG Strawberry' flavour and many more delicious options, this sweet treat is the perfect end to any day.

Morningside is such a versatile suburb and residents not only get to relish the amenities within it but are surrounded by the fantastic eateries, shopping hubs, cinemas and parks provided by its neighbouring suburbs; Cannon Hill, Hawthorne, Norman Park and Balmoral.