Morningside, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Morningside Brisbane, Queensland
Morningside Boat Ramp
Morningside Location in Queensland
Population	11,755 (2021 census)
• Density	2,177/km2 (5,640/sq mi)
Established	1872
Postcode(s)	4170
Area	5.4 km2 (2.1 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	7.6 km (5 mi) E of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Morningside Ward)
State electorate(s)	Bulimba
Federal Division(s)	Griffith
Suburbs around Morningside: Bulimba Hamilton Eagle Farm Balmoral Morningside Murarrie Hawthorne Norman Park Seven Hills Cannon Hill

Morningside is a cool suburb located in the southern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In 2021, about 11,755 people lived here.

Exploring Morningside's Location

Morningside is about 5 kilometers (3 miles) east of Brisbane's city center. It shares borders with other suburbs like Cannon Hill, Norman Park, and Balmoral.

You'll find a mix of old and new homes here. There are classic wooden houses, along with modern apartments and townhouses.

A Look at Morningside's Past

Morningside got its name from an old local estate owned by David Longlands. The estate's name might have come from a town in Scotland, or because it was on the eastern side of Brisbane. Another idea is that it was named for the beautiful sight of the morning sun hitting the riverbanks.

Early Days and Farming

Europeans first settled in this area in the early 1870s. Back then, the land was mostly used for farming. People grew crops like sugarcane and tobacco, and also raised dairy cows.

The old suburb of Colmslie later became part of Morningside. The historic Bulimba Cemetery, also known as Balmoral Cemetery, is located here. It dates back to 1875. Morningside started as a quiet farming area before becoming a popular place to live after World War II.

The Morningside Quarry

Woman diving into the Morningside Quarry, Brisbane, 1949

After World War I, a quarry was opened to get bluestone for building roads in the growing suburbs. By 1940, the quarry was filled with water and turned into a swimming pool for everyone to enjoy.

In 1948, even the Australian diving championships were held in this quarry pool! However, after two people drowned and typhoid was found in the water by 1952, the pool was drained. The quarry was then filled in to create Keralgerie Park.

Transport and Dockyard History

Until 1969, electric trams ran along the western edge of Morningside. They were a common way for people to get around.

The Cairncross Dockyard was built in Morningside between 1942 and 1944. This was an important place for repairing ships. The dockyard closed in 2014. In 2022, there was an effort to protect the site as a heritage location, but this was not approved in 2023.

Morningside's Population

In 2016, Morningside had a population of 10,481 people. By 2021, the number of people living in Morningside grew to 11,755.

Learning in Morningside

Morningside State School is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It's located at 67 Pashen Street. In 2017, the school had 454 students and many dedicated teachers and staff. It also has a special education program.

The school has 26 classrooms, a swimming pool, a tennis court, and a large oval for sports and activities. In October 2018, a big fire caused a lot of damage to the school. But thanks to the hard work of the school community, it reopened just one week later!

There are no high schools directly in Morningside. The closest secondary school is Balmoral State High School in the nearby suburb of Balmoral.

Local Spots and Amenities

Balmoral Fire Station, 2015

Morningside Air Raid Shelter, 2015

Morningside has two main shopping centers: Morningside Central and Colmslie Plaza. These are great places to find everything you need. The Colmslie Hotel is also next to Colmslie Plaza.

The Balmoral Cemetery is at the corner of Wynnum and Bennetts Road. It opened in 1875 and is no longer used for new burials. However, families can still use existing graves for their relatives. It's also known by other names like Bulimba Cemetery.

Heritage-Listed Places

Morningside has several sites that are protected because of their historical importance. These "heritage-listed" places include:

• 82 Colmslie Road: The old Commonwealth Acetate of Lime Factory
• 67 Pashen Street: Morningside State School
• 105 Pashen Street: Balmoral Fire Station
• 580 Wynnum Road: Morningside Air Raid Shelter

Getting Around Morningside

The main road in Morningside is Wynnum Road. You can also travel by train, as Morningside station connects the suburb to the Cleveland railway line.

Famous People from Morningside

Some notable people who have lived in Morningside include:

• Fazerdaze, also known as Amelia Murray, a musician who even named one of her albums "Morningside."
• Mal Michael, an Australian rules footballer.
• Michael and Brett Voss, two brothers who were both Australian rules footballers.