FROM ITALY TO NEWSTEAD
Italian migration to Brisbane began in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with the most significant influx occurring after World War II. Seeking a better life and an escape from war-torn Italy, many Italians settled in Brisbane, working across a range of industries, including the sugar industry in North Queensland and as fishers on the Brisbane River.
Newstead, once a working-class riverside area near Brisbane’s industrial heart, became a popular place to live due to its proximity to work, particularly in construction, manufacturing and food production.By the 1950s and ’60s, Italian-run cafés, delicatessens and fruit shops appeared throughout inner Brisbane suburbs such as New Farm, Teneriffe and Fortitude Valley. Newstead residents often frequented these businesses and the Italian influence grew steadily in Brisbane
La Dolce Vita
The first stage of Little Italy is intended to feature a café, an authentic Italian restaurant, pizzeria, artisan gelateria and laneway
to a central plaza within the precinct. The future stages of the Little Italy Precinct is intended to feature an Italian inspired mercato, delicatessen, bakery, pasta and pastry shop as well as other specialty retailers.
Introducing ORO
The Art of Living,
Perfected in Newstead
Newstead has become one of Brisbane’s most desirable inner-city suburbs. Its streets are lined with boutique cafes, award-winning restaurants, craft breweries and chic retail outlets, all set against a backdrop of contemporary architecture and lush greenery.
From the bustling Gasworks Plaza to the refined James Street precinct nearby, Newstead is alive with energy, style and opportunity. Whether it’s a morning coffee by the water, an afternoon stroll through parks and riverside walkways, or an evening cocktail with skyline views, Newstead invites residents to embrace every moment with a sense of ease and understated luxury.
Home above all else
At ORO Newstead, home is more than a place, it’s a way of life. Every apartment is designed to combine style, comfort and effortless living, with thoughtful layouts and premium finishes.
Beyond your door, a vibrant, elevated lifestyle awaits, where wellbeing, city views and social connection come together to create a home that nurtures both body and mind, helping you live fully and feel your best every day.
Live the Little Italy Lifestyle First
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