For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
May 8th 2008, 12:16 pm
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May 8th 2008, 7:50 pm
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
Thnaks to everyone for your advice. Will def organise some sort of meet when I arrive.
Im beginning to like the sound of this Valley. Coming from Govan in Glasgow I reckon it would be a walk in the park. Put it this way, I didnt find Kings Cross in Sydney one little bit intimidating, I loved it, especially the edgy atmosphere.
My biggest worry is what someone has already pointed out, too many backpackers and nightclubs. If we avoid living near them then I dont think I'lL have a problem.
I love the fact it has so many bars and resteaurants. I appreciate that some of these bars will be horrendeous but I dare say there will be a few good ones not jam-packed with 18-25 year olds.
I also have a fear about the suburbs, remember when I lived in Perth we lived away out in the middle of nowhere and the feeling of isolation was dreadful.
Cheers everyone, feeling a little bit more positive now.
Jamie
Im beginning to like the sound of this Valley. Coming from Govan in Glasgow I reckon it would be a walk in the park. Put it this way, I didnt find Kings Cross in Sydney one little bit intimidating, I loved it, especially the edgy atmosphere.
My biggest worry is what someone has already pointed out, too many backpackers and nightclubs. If we avoid living near them then I dont think I'lL have a problem.
I love the fact it has so many bars and resteaurants. I appreciate that some of these bars will be horrendeous but I dare say there will be a few good ones not jam-packed with 18-25 year olds.
I also have a fear about the suburbs, remember when I lived in Perth we lived away out in the middle of nowhere and the feeling of isolation was dreadful.
Cheers everyone, feeling a little bit more positive now.
Jamie
May 8th 2008, 8:07 pm
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
I genuinely don't notice that many backpackers around in the Valley. Most backpackers don't spend much time in Brisbane on their travels anyway, and I think they more frequent the CBD bars.
Besides I wouldn't single out the backpackers, the locals can be just as bad!
Cheers, B
May 8th 2008, 8:17 pm
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
Hi Mate,
I genuinely don't notice that many backpackers around in the Valley. Most backpackers don't spend much time in Brisbane on their travels anyway, and I think they more frequent the CBD bars.
Besides I wouldn't single out the backpackers, the locals can be just as bad!
Cheers, B
I genuinely don't notice that many backpackers around in the Valley. Most backpackers don't spend much time in Brisbane on their travels anyway, and I think they more frequent the CBD bars.
Besides I wouldn't single out the backpackers, the locals can be just as bad!
Cheers, B
You wouldnt have wanted to have lived next-door to me and the folk I was travelling with when I was over there the last time, beleive me.
Cheers
Jamie
May 8th 2008, 8:23 pm
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
Where abouts in the Valley?
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It's all worth it chimmy burger
Having recently had our office moved into the middle of the Valley.......I felt safer travelling on the tube than going through Brunswick Street Station, and the trains were less crowded. We now have a discussion in the office every day about the variety of drugs, beggars and Big Issue sellers that we encounter on the way to work, and stepping over drunks/druggies blocking access to the lifts is a real pleasure. I'm currently looking for a job in Inala as I think I might feel safer there......
May 8th 2008, 9:53 pm
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
Thnaks to everyone for your advice. Will def organise some sort of meet when I arrive.
Im beginning to like the sound of this Valley. Coming from Govan in Glasgow I reckon it would be a walk in the park. Put it this way, I didnt find Kings Cross in Sydney one little bit intimidating, I loved it, especially the edgy atmosphere.
My biggest worry is what someone has already pointed out, too many backpackers and nightclubs. If we avoid living near them then I dont think I'lL have a problem.
I love the fact it has so many bars and resteaurants. I appreciate that some of these bars will be horrendeous but I dare say there will be a few good ones not jam-packed with 18-25 year olds.
I also have a fear about the suburbs, remember when I lived in Perth we lived away out in the middle of nowhere and the feeling of isolation was dreadful.
Cheers everyone, feeling a little bit more positive now.
Jamie
Im beginning to like the sound of this Valley. Coming from Govan in Glasgow I reckon it would be a walk in the park. Put it this way, I didnt find Kings Cross in Sydney one little bit intimidating, I loved it, especially the edgy atmosphere.
My biggest worry is what someone has already pointed out, too many backpackers and nightclubs. If we avoid living near them then I dont think I'lL have a problem.
I love the fact it has so many bars and resteaurants. I appreciate that some of these bars will be horrendeous but I dare say there will be a few good ones not jam-packed with 18-25 year olds.
I also have a fear about the suburbs, remember when I lived in Perth we lived away out in the middle of nowhere and the feeling of isolation was dreadful.
Cheers everyone, feeling a little bit more positive now.
Jamie
The Valley is a doddle compared to Govan, have a look at Springhill too, one street away, close enough for CBD and the Valley.
M
May 8th 2008, 9:57 pm
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
May 8th 2008, 11:01 pm
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
Oh I work very close to you, in fortune court, near happy high herbs 
The food in the valley is well worth it though (try the donuts from the coffee shop in the TCB).
The food in the valley is well worth it though (try the donuts from the coffee shop in the TCB).
May 9th 2008, 2:49 am
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However that doesn't make up for being moved away from most of my mates, and a fantastic workplace in Kedron, into a building which is still full of builders, electricians and dust, and which has led to my commuting time tripling!
As for "happy high herbs" - my colleagues and I have been offered several of them since the move
May 9th 2008, 9:35 am
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
Thnaks to everyone for your advice. Will def organise some sort of meet when I arrive.
Im beginning to like the sound of this Valley. Coming from Govan in Glasgow I reckon it would be a walk in the park. Put it this way, I didnt find Kings Cross in Sydney one little bit intimidating, I loved it, especially the edgy atmosphere.
My biggest worry is what someone has already pointed out, too many backpackers and nightclubs. If we avoid living near them then I dont think I'lL have a problem.
I love the fact it has so many bars and resteaurants. I appreciate that some of these bars will be horrendeous but I dare say there will be a few good ones not jam-packed with 18-25 year olds.
I also have a fear about the suburbs, remember when I lived in Perth we lived away out in the middle of nowhere and the feeling of isolation was dreadful.
Cheers everyone, feeling a little bit more positive now.
Jamie
Im beginning to like the sound of this Valley. Coming from Govan in Glasgow I reckon it would be a walk in the park. Put it this way, I didnt find Kings Cross in Sydney one little bit intimidating, I loved it, especially the edgy atmosphere.
My biggest worry is what someone has already pointed out, too many backpackers and nightclubs. If we avoid living near them then I dont think I'lL have a problem.
I love the fact it has so many bars and resteaurants. I appreciate that some of these bars will be horrendeous but I dare say there will be a few good ones not jam-packed with 18-25 year olds.
I also have a fear about the suburbs, remember when I lived in Perth we lived away out in the middle of nowhere and the feeling of isolation was dreadful.
Cheers everyone, feeling a little bit more positive now.
Jamie
Which was prob for the best as I was a bit sloshed already and had to get the train back to the Gold Coast! Felt safer then, compared too when I got the train home after work from Fenchurch St!
May 9th 2008, 10:21 am
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
Hi Folks
Well thats me, arrive in Brssy on July 18th.
Our friend out there wants to get a flat or a house in Fortitude Valley. I know that this is supposed to be a lively place but an old dear my dad knows said its full of junkies etc???
To be honest Im 36 now and really dont fancy living in amongst young, backpackers. Or are there some quieter parts of the area?
The first flat she got for us was in Wacol, but I said that was way too far out the way as we need to be handy for getting into the CBD for interviews etc.
Also while im on if any of you feel the need to tell me the things you love about Brissy would really appreciate it. Going through my "What have I done" period as reality hits.
Cheers
Jamie
Well thats me, arrive in Brssy on July 18th.
Our friend out there wants to get a flat or a house in Fortitude Valley. I know that this is supposed to be a lively place but an old dear my dad knows said its full of junkies etc???
To be honest Im 36 now and really dont fancy living in amongst young, backpackers. Or are there some quieter parts of the area?
The first flat she got for us was in Wacol, but I said that was way too far out the way as we need to be handy for getting into the CBD for interviews etc.
Also while im on if any of you feel the need to tell me the things you love about Brissy would really appreciate it. Going through my "What have I done" period as reality hits.
Cheers
Jamie
If I were looking to be near to the CBD, I would be looking at some of the apartment blocks on the river Nr to Eagle Street (about half way between the Valley and the City). Some very nice pads around circa $550 pw for a 2 bed with 1 car space.
Newstead, New Farm, Tenerife are all good as is Kangaroo Point and West End, just the other side of the river from the Valley.
May 9th 2008, 10:37 am
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
Personally, I would avoid the Valley for reasons others have stated!
If I were looking to be near to the CBD, I would be looking at some of the apartment blocks on the river Nr to Eagle Street (about half way between the Valley and the City). Some very nice pads around circa $550 pw for a 2 bed with 1 car space.
Newstead, New Farm, Tenerife are all good as is Kangaroo Point and West End, just the other side of the river from the Valley.
If I were looking to be near to the CBD, I would be looking at some of the apartment blocks on the river Nr to Eagle Street (about half way between the Valley and the City). Some very nice pads around circa $550 pw for a 2 bed with 1 car space.
Newstead, New Farm, Tenerife are all good as is Kangaroo Point and West End, just the other side of the river from the Valley.
May 9th 2008, 10:58 am
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Re: For all those in Brisbane - Fortitude Valley?
I worked in the city before so it's one less stop on the train
Just think yourself lucky the station is now open, it was a pain in the bum before.
I hear loads of people are moving out of that TCB building becuase the rent is too high.
Oh and try the Bank pizza on Wednesday and Thursday (half price) that might help make up for it as well
Just think yourself lucky the station is now open, it was a pain in the bum before.
I hear loads of people are moving out of that TCB building becuase the rent is too high.
Oh and try the Bank pizza on Wednesday and Thursday (half price) that might help make up for it as well
Thats the only bright spot I've found so far actually- one bite and it was like being back in Brighton where office visitors used to bring bags of Asda doughnuts. Pleasant surprise, not greasy, and definitely the best doughnut I've had in a looong time.
However that doesn't make up for being moved away from most of my mates, and a fantastic workplace in Kedron, into a building which is still full of builders, electricians and dust, and which has led to my commuting time tripling!
However that doesn't make up for being moved away from most of my mates, and a fantastic workplace in Kedron, into a building which is still full of builders, electricians and dust, and which has led to my commuting time tripling!
May 9th 2008, 12:43 pm
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I worked in the city before so it's one less stop on the train
Just think yourself lucky the station is now open, it was a pain in the bum before.
I hear loads of people are moving out of that TCB building becuase the rent is too high.
Oh and try the Bank pizza on Wednesday and Thursday (half price) that might help make up for it as well
Just think yourself lucky the station is now open, it was a pain in the bum before.
I hear loads of people are moving out of that TCB building becuase the rent is too high.
Oh and try the Bank pizza on Wednesday and Thursday (half price) that might help make up for it as well
Give me Victoria Tube Station any day!!Yep, most of Brisbane Water have quit or are quitting the building - did a deal with the govt to flog their leases to us. Every time we meet an existing "inmate" they tell us a few more horror stories too - unreliable lifts, lack of security, unsafe floors (cos of the weight of files etc) plus the fire safety is dubious and although we've been in for nearly a month no-one has told us anything about evacuation or fire escapes
May 9th 2008, 1:28 pm
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Half the station is still shut though, and as the eaiset route in for me is via the Ferny Grove line I have to change at Bowen Hills into the bargain! No ticket machines either Give me Victoria Tube Station any day!!
Yep, most of Brisbane Water have quit or are quitting the building - did a deal with the govt to flog their leases to us. Every time we meet an existing "inmate" they tell us a few more horror stories too - unreliable lifts, lack of security, unsafe floors (cos of the weight of files etc) plus the fire safety is dubious and although we've been in for nearly a month no-one has told us anything about evacuation or fire escapes
Give me Victoria Tube Station any day!!Yep, most of Brisbane Water have quit or are quitting the building - did a deal with the govt to flog their leases to us. Every time we meet an existing "inmate" they tell us a few more horror stories too - unreliable lifts, lack of security, unsafe floors (cos of the weight of files etc) plus the fire safety is dubious and although we've been in for nearly a month no-one has told us anything about evacuation or fire escapes
