Bald Hills Memorial Hall

23/05/2026

The Bald Hills Memorial Hall committee is very proud of Paul, and all those who volunteer their time for the greater community. Thank you to all the volunteers, far and wide, for providing your time and effort to help others!

Some people are just woven into the fabric of their community. Paul Lucas is one of those people.

Paul is President of the Bald Hills Memorial Hall Committee, a role he has poured his heart into for many years. Built in 1920 to honour the soldiers of Bald Hills who served in World War I, the Hall is a treasured piece of our community's history. When fire devastated the building in November 2015, Paul rolled up his sleeves and led the charge to rebuild and restore it for future generations.

But Paul's contribution doesn't stop there. He also volunteers at Sandgate Home Assist Secure and gives his time as a Court Network supporter at the Brisbane Magistrates Domestic Violence Court.

Paul doesn't do things by halves. When he commits to something, he is all in. And for someone who gives so much, he is remarkably quick to shine the spotlight on others rather than himself.

Paul, thank you for everything you do to preserve our history and support our community. 🙏

12/05/2026

Today, Tuesday 12 May, the project kicked off to replace the aging amenities block on the site of the Bald Hills Memorial Hall. The Hall Committee has appointed builder Dee Gee Group to build modern accessible facilities, funded by a grant from the Queensland Government.
Safety fencing is now in place, and demolition has commenced. The builder will be providing PortaLoo amenities for hall users while the build process is undertaken.
As the build progresses, we will keep the Bald Hills community informed. Initial estimates are that the build will take approximately 6 months.
Thanks to everyone for your support and we look forward to delivering these updated amenities for the community later this year.

01/05/2026

Today, the Bald Hills Memorial Hall Committee was pleased to welcome the Honourable Amanda Camm, Minister for Families, Seniors and Disability Services and Minister for Child Safety and the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence.

We appreciated the opportunity to meet with the Minister and discuss the funding support for our new amenities, recently approved as part of the State Government’s pre-election commitments. This investment is an important step in ensuring the hall continues to serve our community for years to come.

Committee members had the chance to show the Minister through our heritage-listed hall, sharing its history and significance, as well as providing an update on the planned upgrades and progress of works that will improve the amenities.

We thank the Minister for taking the time to visit and engage with our community, and we look forward to seeing these improvements come to life.

Photo L-R: John Richardson, Paul Lucas (President), Hon. Amanda Camm, Cheryl Russell (Secretary), Cheryl Ivory, Kerry Tuite (Treasurer).

25/04/2026

In case you missed donating this morning to at the ANZAC Day service, we have a GoFundMe to help keep the hall operational.
It would mean a lot to the Bald Hills community if you would consider donating to the Bald Hills Memorial Hall. Please click on the link below to donate today. 🙏

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25/04/2026

This morning, the Geebung-Zillmere Bald Hills Aspley RSL Sub Branch held the annual ANZAC Day memorial service at the Bald Hills Memorial Hall which commemorated the more than 1.5 million service men and women who have served our country in all conflicts, wars and peacekeeping operations, and the more than 103,000 Australians who sacrificed their lives in our country's name 🇦🇺

Thank you to Parade Marshall Mr Merv Ward OAM, Mr Denis Webb President GZBHA RSL Sub Branch, the 7th Combat Service Support Battalion who provided the Catafalque Party and the 4th Resolution by LCPL Josh Du Plessis, Flt Lt. Jason Kennelly of the RAAF, Bugler Mr John George, Lament by the Clan Stuart Pipes & Drums., Cr Sandy Landers, PA by Mr Doug Rath, members of the Queensland Police Service and Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS), Geebung RSL, Soundwave Community Choir, Reverend Deborah Bird, and resolutions from Mr Ross David VP GZBHA RSL Sub Branch, Hugo - Bald Hills State School, Isabella - Aspley State High School, Rei - Bald Hills Scout Group, and Charlie - Bracken Ridge Scouts. Special mention to the Bald Hills State School P&C for the sausage sizzle. 🌭

It's very special to see all the next generation wearing the medals of their family. Thanks to Lucas for participating in the parade, proudly wearing the medals of his great grandfather, who was in the first British SAS during WWII.

An event of this size could not be done without so many in the community, so thank you to all who participated and attended as well. It proves that the ANZAC spirit is alive and well, given the hundreds of people who turned out, even in the rain, to pay their respects.
Finally, a big thank you to all the Bald Hills Memorial Hall Committee who arrived early to help set up and stayed behind to clean up, as well as the members of the public who assisted in the tidy up too. 🫶

24/04/2026

Setting up for the ANZAC Service at the memorial hall this morning. If you're nearby, make sure you head up to the hall to commemorate our veterans and remember their service to our country.
Parade starts: 930AM
Service starts: 1000AM
Thanks to the Geebung Zillmere Bald Hills Aspley Sub Branch and the Bald Hills Memorial Hall Committee for hosting. Sausage sizzle by the Bald Hills State School P&C.
See you soon Bald Hills community. 🎖️📯

22/04/2026

🌿 A Little Help Needed to Care for a Community Treasure 🌿

Bald Hills Memorial Hall has been part of our community for generations—a place filled with memories, connection, and history.

In 2015, it was nearly lost to fire. Thanks to one incredibly dedicated, community-minded person supported by the committee who worked tirelessly to secure funding, the hall was saved. Today, that same spirit continues, with ongoing efforts to improve the hall, including plans for a new toilet block.

But we need a little help…

We’re a small committee doing our best on a very tight budget, and we’re looking for someone willing to help with mowing and general upkeep to keep the grounds looking beautiful. We’re happy to cover any costs involved—what we really need is your time and a bit of community spirit.

If you could lend a hand, even occasionally, it would mean so much in helping us keep this special place alive for future generations.

📩 Please reach out if you can help or would like more information. Contact: Paul Lucas, 0417722128 (Hall President)

Together, we can keep Bald Hills Memorial Hall thriving 💛

20/04/2026

𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 - 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥: 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐞
• The Hall is managed by a not for profit volunteer committee with all monies received going back intooperating the hall for community purposes.
• It is available for hire to all community members on a permanent, semi-permanent, casual or one off booking arrangement - visit https://baldhillsmemorialhall.org/ to request a booking.
• The Hall is a 100 year old building and is heritage listed by the Brisbane City Council.
• The Hall has a modern kitchen with large stainless steel bench top, PA system, timber dance floor and a raised stage as well as a car park at the hall rear.
• Equipment is available for use tables, chairs, fridges, freezer, oven and cook top, microwave, fans etc.
• Hall availability and hire fees can be discussed with our Booking Coordinator Rebecca Aichholzer via email on [email protected]

History in the heart of Bald Hills

24/03/2026

Proposed new toilet facilities for the Bald Hills Memorial Hall grounds

As an outcome from the May 2024 Queensland State elections, a commitment was given by local candidate Amanda Cooper on behalf of the current Premier of Queensland David Crisafulli, for a $300,000 grant to replace our existing toilet facilities with modern facilities.

Since that time and following the necessary administrative processes, our committee has worked diligently towards making the necessary funding applications to have that commitment confirmed. On 18 February 2026 our committee finally received confirmation of the $300,000 commitment by the current government for the demolition and rebuild of those facilities.

We are now waiting for the formal Funding Agreement documents to be finalised, which will allow the committee to move forward with discussions with our builder who is a local.

Due to the fact our hall is heritage listed, any new toilet rebuild must not detract from the hall itself and we have been able to reach agreement with the Brisbane City Council Heritage office as to an appropriate design. We are hoping that by the end of 2026 we will be substantially progressed towards having the new facility in place.

Our committee has been working for many years to have the existing toilet facilities replaced as they no longer meet current standards for such amenities.

We are extremely pleased that we will be able to provide much improved amenities for our hall users and this will hopefully encourage more members of the community to rent the hall for functions.

It is important that members of the community understand that our committee comprises all volunteers and we must continually raise all funds to operate and maintain the hall for community use. We are extremely fortunate that we are able to apply for grants from time to time to help us provide the hall that you see today. Particularly so, given the devastating fire we had in 2015 which resulted in a major rebuild of the hall reopening in late 2017.

As the project for the new toilet facilities moves forward, I will keep you informed of our progress.

Regards
Paul Lucas
President Bald Hills Memorial Hall Committee Inc.
0417 722 128