U3A Hervey Bay Inc

The University of the Third Age

Hervey Bay Inc.

Brooklyn House, Howard

A social event is planned for June.

A visit to Brooklyn House, Howard on 28 June.

There will be Devonshire morning tea and a guided tour of the house.

Cost is $25 payment in cash on the day please.

A bus will pick up at Stockland Transit Centre at 9.45am and return by approximately 1pm. There will be no charge for the bus. Numbers are limited so ‘first in first served’.

If you would like to attend please email me: lyn.quince@hotmail.com 
Phone: 0411 259 907.

Numbers need to be in by 21 June but sooner is better.

About Brooklyn House, Howard

Brooklyn House in Howard is an historical Queensland home on 3.5 acres of land and was built in 1890. It has been lovingly restored and reflects the best of a bygone era.

Originally owned by the Rankin Family, the Colonel’s daughter, Dame Annabelle Rankin was the first woman to ever become a Senator in 1966-71.

This massive 90sq. home, built largely of cedar and beech, has 14ft high ceilings, marble mantelpieces, cedar and beech panelling comprising six bedrooms, two bathrooms, lounge and dining room, study, sun room and kitchen with eating nook.

Also an upstairs laundry, open 9 feet wide verandas on three sides, a grand double stairway entrance and four marble fireplaces.

Includes a cottage craft shop and Devonshire teas.

23 William Street, Howard.

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