Albion (Post Code: 4010)

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History:

                Albion was originally formed as a small settlement of workers to support the local quarry for white sandstone. This quarry, opened by John Petrie in 1860, provided a bolster and mainstay of the Albion economy and growth factor for much of its early history. The area did not see significant development for a number of years, despite the bridging of the local Breakfast Creek.

                Throughout the following decades, Albion became increasingly popular, especially for its lowland areas. Throughout the 1870s, the area became increasingly popular for hunting and coursing. By the 1880s and 1890s, the area had also become home to the Smithfield Pony Club and Albion Park Racecourse.

                Due to this increased interest in the area, a number of residential divisions were also created, forming the basis of modern day Albion neighborhoods. The area continued this development through the early 1900s, as James Campbell bought the quarry and opened a pottery works in nearby Crosby Park. As a result, a number of transportation options to Albion and its surrounding areas also increased.  A local tram line and railway station were erected, bringing even more residents to the area, which in turn increased the number of schools, churches and stores serving the area.

Real Estate and Design:

                An inner-city suburb of Brisbane, Albion has a number of various housing styles. The range includes homes from the more common Workers’ cottages and Queenslanders to the more rare units and executive style homes. Over recent years, the Albion area has also seen a decent amount of renovation, as a number of retirees are selling their homes to young professionals and families desiring to be close to the CBD.  The units available in Albion also provide professionals with excellent homes that are only 6 km away from Brisbane’s bustling business center.

Shopping:

                The Albion area is supported by the extensive Centro Toombul shopping center.  A wide variety of stores offer wares for every taste and preference.  There are a number of computer and gaming stores for entertainment and fashion stores and boutiques for everyone’s styling needs.  There are also travel agencies, a pharmacy, several banks, and a dry cleaners. In addition to the Centro Toombul, residents of Albion also have a number of smaller shopping centers with a wide variety of stores and restaurants.  And, if the stores of Albion don’t have exactly what one is looking for, the Westfield Chermside has a number of specialty stores to find exactly what is needed.

Sports and Fitness:

                Albion provides a great array of fitness activities for all. There are several parks and bikeways running throughout the suburb.  In addition, one could plan a day-long family getaway to either Gold Coast to the south or Sunshine Coast to the north via the Gateway Motorway, which is easily accessible from the entire Albion district.

Distance from CBD & Transportation:

                At a mere 6 km outside the CBD, Albion provides not only fantastic views of the Brisbane skyline, but also gives its residence immediate access to the heart of the city.  This also ensures that the Brisbane transit system has a wide selection of services to ferry people between Albion and the CBD. The 300 and 301 Toombul, 320 and 322 Chermside and SHOR bus lines all have stops throughout Albion with trip times from 15-20 minutes.  Albion is also serviced by its railway station and has close access to the Brisbane airport.

Famous Landmarks:

                Over the last few years, a number of the Albion streets have been refurbished. Along with this, the local Albion hotel, a local point of interest, has also undergone recent updates and renovation. The Albion Park Raceway, established in the 1880s, is now a popular horse and greyhound racing track. One can also step back in time and visit the former Albion post office, Hampton Court flats (at 436 Sandgate Road) or the grand old Albion Fire Station.

Restaurants and Cafés:

                Albion has a wide variety of restaurants and food venues nestled throughout the district.  These include a number of varieities of Japanese, Indian and Thai cuisine, and a number of take-away restaurants for those on the go or in a hurry.  Albion also has a number of cafés and bakeries to serve refreshing drinks and meet everyone’s sweet tooth. As Albion is very close to the city as well, one may stroll to just about any cuisine style that strikes their current fancy.

Schools, Education & Institutions:

                The Albion area is serviced by a number of local schools. Nearby suburbs offer a wide variety of choices for parents and children in the area of education. Both primary and secondary schools are within 20 minutes of the Albion district.