Ascot, Queensland
Encyclopedia
Ascot is a predominantly affluent residential suburb of Brisbane
, Queensland, Australia, characterised by large Queenslander
homes. Located 7 kilometres (4 mi) from Brisbane, the suburb is well catered for in terms of public transport with many bus and train services departing from Ascot railway station
. Ascot is home to the Eagle Farm
and Doomben racecourses
, and is best known for its racing carnivals and for the precinct of Racecourse Road, with its cafes, restaurants, boutique shops and poinciana trees lining the street.
Turrbal group. In 1855, pastoralist James Sutherland purchased a large portion of area including Ascot and its surrounds. In 1882 a railway line was built from Eagle Junction
to Ascot for access to the racecourse that had already been established.
During World War II
, several buildings were used by Douglas MacArthur
and the Central Bureau
, which had its headquarters at "Nyrambla", 21 Henry Street. Also used was the fire station at 77 Kitchener Road and several other locations in nearby Hamilton
.
The consulate of Austria in Brisbane is located at 81 Yabba Street, Ascot.
The population in Ascot was 4,545 people in 2001, and the median house price of $1,172,500 is one of the highest in Brisbane's metropolitan area.
which ran up from Hamilton
along Racecourse Road, Lancaster Road and terminated in Alexandria Road.
Ascot railway station and Doomben railway station
provides access to Citytrain
services.
Brisbane
Brisbane is the capital and most populous city in the Australian state of Queensland and the third most populous city in Australia. Brisbane's metropolitan area has a population of over 2 million, and the South East Queensland urban conurbation, centred around Brisbane, encompasses a population of...
, Queensland, Australia, characterised by large Queenslander
Queenslander (architecture)
Queenslander architecture is a modern term for the vernacular type of architecture of Queensland, Australia. It is also found in the northern parts of the adjacent state of New South Wales and shares many traits with architecture in other states of Australia but is distinct and unique...
homes. Located 7 kilometres (4 mi) from Brisbane, the suburb is well catered for in terms of public transport with many bus and train services departing from Ascot railway station
Ascot railway station, Brisbane
Ascot railway station is a railway station on the Doomben line in Ascot, a northern suburb of Brisbane, state capital of Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Queensland Rail City network, in Zone 2 of the TransLink integrated public transport system....
. Ascot is home to the Eagle Farm
Eagle Farm Racecourse
Eagle Farm Racecourse is a horse racing venue in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is located in the suburb of Ascot, 7 km from the Brisbane central business district....
and Doomben racecourses
Doomben Racecourse
Doomben Racecourse is a horse racing venue in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is located in the suburb of Ascot, 7 kilometres north of the Brisbane central business district....
, and is best known for its racing carnivals and for the precinct of Racecourse Road, with its cafes, restaurants, boutique shops and poinciana trees lining the street.
History
Historically, the land was occupied by the AboriginalIndigenous Australians
Indigenous Australians are the original inhabitants of the Australian continent and nearby islands. The Aboriginal Indigenous Australians migrated from the Indian continent around 75,000 to 100,000 years ago....
Turrbal group. In 1855, pastoralist James Sutherland purchased a large portion of area including Ascot and its surrounds. In 1882 a railway line was built from Eagle Junction
Clayfield, Queensland
Clayfield is an inner-northern suburb of Brisbane, located approximately from the CBD. Clayfield is bordered to the north by Nundah, to the East by Ascot and Hendra, to the west by Wooloowin and to the South by Albion....
to Ascot for access to the racecourse that had already been established.
World War II
World War II, or the Second World War , was a global conflict lasting from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations—including all of the great powers—eventually forming two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis...
, several buildings were used by Douglas MacArthur
Douglas MacArthur
General of the Army Douglas MacArthur was an American general and field marshal of the Philippine Army. He was a Chief of Staff of the United States Army during the 1930s and played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II. He received the Medal of Honor for his service in the...
and the Central Bureau
Central Bureau
The Central Bureau was one of two Allied Sigint organisations in the South West Pacific area during World War II. Central Bureau was attached to the HQ of the Allied Commander of the South West Pacific area, Douglas MacArthur. The other unit was the joint RAN/USN Fleet Radio Unit, Melbourne ,...
, which had its headquarters at "Nyrambla", 21 Henry Street. Also used was the fire station at 77 Kitchener Road and several other locations in nearby Hamilton
Hamilton, Queensland
Hamilton is an inner northern suburb of Brisbane, Australia, lying on the north bank of the Brisbane River along Bulimba Reach. The area is hilly with views of the Brisbane central business district....
.
The consulate of Austria in Brisbane is located at 81 Yabba Street, Ascot.
The population in Ascot was 4,545 people in 2001, and the median house price of $1,172,500 is one of the highest in Brisbane's metropolitan area.
Transport
Until 1969 the suburb was served by electric tramsTrams in Brisbane
The Brisbane tramway network once served Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland, Australia. It operated between 1885 and 1969 and ran on standard gauge track. The electric system was originally energised to 500 volts, and subsequently increased to 600 volts. All tramcars built in Brisbane up to...
which ran up from Hamilton
Hamilton, Queensland
Hamilton is an inner northern suburb of Brisbane, Australia, lying on the north bank of the Brisbane River along Bulimba Reach. The area is hilly with views of the Brisbane central business district....
along Racecourse Road, Lancaster Road and terminated in Alexandria Road.
Ascot railway station and Doomben railway station
Doomben railway station, Brisbane
Doomben railway station is a railway station on the Doomben line in Ascot, a northeast suburb of Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Queensland Rail City network and terminus for passenger services on the Pinkenba line...
provides access to Citytrain
Queensland Rail
Queensland Rail, also known as QR, is a government-owned railway operator in the state of Queensland. Under the control of the Queensland Government, Queensland Rail operates the inner-city and long-distance passenger services, as well as some freight operations and gives railway access to other...
services.
External links
- Map and key statistics by Brisbane City Council
- University of Queensland: Queensland Places: Ascot