48A Birdwood Street, Zillmere QLD 4034, Australia
48A Birdwood Street is situated in the northern suburb of Zillmere, within the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Zillmere lies about 60 % residential and 40 % industrial, offering a blend of housing and local businesses.
The Zillmere railway station is only about 0.4 km away, providing regular train services to Brisbane and surrounding areas. Several bus routes also serve the suburb, making it convenient to travel without a car.
The Zillmere Public Library is approximately 0.3 km from 48A Birdwood Street, a short walk of just a few minutes. It is located on the corner of Jennings Street and Zillmere Road.
A busy local shopping centre lies on the east side of the railway line, featuring a Superpharm IGA, newsagent, 7‑Eleven, Domino’s Pizza, pharmacy, medical centre, bakery, tailor, key‑cutting shop, and a veterinary surgery. The nearby post office (0.4 km) and the library add further convenience.
Zillmere was originally occupied by the Turrbal people and later became known as Zillman’s Waterholes after missionary Johann Leopold Zillmann. European settlement began in the 1870s with small farms, and the suburb grew around the railway line after the North Coast line reached Petrie in 1888.
According to the 2021 census, Zillmere has a population of 9,323 people. The suburb has a relatively young median age and a diverse community with many residents born in Australia as well as overseas.
Yes, Zillmere contains several heritage‑listed locations, such as the former St John’s Lutheran Church on Church Road and Zimitat Cottage on Gillies Street. These sites reflect the suburb’s rich historical character.
