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Toowong is an inner western suburb situated on the Brisbane River in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.

The Toowong and District Historical Society Inc (TDHS) is an incorporated non-profit organisation that was established in 2003. Our aim is to foster interest in and research the history of Toowong and surrounding suburbs, particularly those which were part of the former Toowong Shire. Today that covers Toowong, Milton, Auchenflower and parts of Mt. Coot-tha.

TDHS is very active in collecting and publishing reminiscences of the area; erecting signage and placing plaques at places of historical interest; providing photograph displays, conducting history walks for school children; and has published several publications. In addition, the Society is dedicated to the collection of local history materials which can be made available, on request, to members and approved researchers.

TDHS is affiliated with the Royal Historical Society of Queensland Inc and is a member of History Queensland and Queensland Women’s Historical Association and is an associate member of the Brisbane Living Heritage Network.

Events

The TDHS has monthly meetings, usually with a guest speaker; organises outings from time to time to historical sites and has an active publications programme. We welcome interested people to attend our meetings and public lectures and to participate in our activities.

Learn more about our events here.

Upcoming Events

Meeting Dates for 2023:

24 Feb – Monique Lowndes presenting on eWasteCONNECTION; 24 March – Gary Lambrides presenting on the UQ Alumni Book Fair; 28 April; 26 May; 23 June; 28 July; 25 August; 22 September; 27 October;  24 November

Members will be notified in advance of any changes to these dates.

Where: West Toowong Bowls Club, 17 Bywong St, Toowong. Please note that the WTBC bar opens at 11.00am.

Time: 10.00am -12.00pm

ALL are welcome!!

For enquiries, RSVP and apologies telephone or text a message to 0401 180 092 or send an email to tdhsoc@gmail.com

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Toowong and District Historical Society Inc.

Researching, collecting and recording the history of Toowong, Milton, Auchenflower and also parts of Mt Coot-tha.

Acknowledgement of Country

TDHS respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of this area who provided the suburb it’s name. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, honouring their continuing connection to water, community and country.

Thank you to our sponsor

Consolidated Properties Group TDHS Sponsor

Disclaimer

Toowong and District Historical Society Inc. (TDHS) aims to ensure that the information provided on this website is accurate. TDHS disclaims all responsibility and liability for any losses or damages you might incur as a result of information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way. TDHS makes no warranties that this website is free of computer viruses or other contamination.

Stay in touch

Our Members newsletter contain  news and interesting historical research.

Click here to join us on Facebook Group for conversations and information at Toowong and District Historical society.

For inquiries, RSVP and apologies please contact the TDHS secretary:

Telephone or leave a message 0401 180 092  or email tdhsoc@gmail.com

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