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More Tales from Musgrave Park

April 18, 2020November 26, 2020 / Paul's Blogs / 10 Comments

After reaching a peak of social prominence in the early 20th century, Musgrave Park underwent many changes, survived numerous threats to its existence and has emerged with a new identity.

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Musgrave Park – The Early Days

March 28, 2020March 7, 2021 / Paul's Blogs / 9 Comments

Over time, Musgrave Park in South Brisbane has been perceived in many different ways, reflecting changes in our society and the demographics of the surrounding neighbourhood. Come with me on a journey through its past.

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