Episode 2 of 6

Construction of Military Barracks

When
1825
Where
Queen Street and North Quay
Part of
Founding of Brisbane as a penal settlement

First military barracks were constructed in 1825 as slab huts for soldiers and married couples at Queen Street and North Quay.

The first military barracks were constructed in 1825 as two slab huts for the sergeant, corporal, and 12 privates, with separate huts for married couples. This site is now Brisbane Square, located at the corner of Queen Street and North Quay.

Sources

  1. Moreton Bay Penal Settlement Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23

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