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Update: Police Renew Appeal in Greg Josephson Homicide Investigation

Detectives are calling for public assistance as investigations continue into the death of 58-year-old Brisbane businessman Greg Josephson, who was found dead at a Clayfield home more than a week ago.

Read: Clayfield Teen Charged with Murder of Local Businessman Greg Josephson

The homicide investigation, known as Operation Xray Matte, was launched following the discovery of Mr Josephson’s body at a property on Oriel Road around 8:15 p.m. on June 26.

A 15-year-old boy from Clayfield, who was said to be known to the victim, was arrested shortly after the incident and later charged with murder. He was refused police bail and appeared in the Brisbane Children’s Court the next morning.

Acting Assistant Commissioner Rhys Wildman said investigators believe an altercation took place between the teenager and Mr Josephson. Authorities also confirmed that the teen received minor injuries during the encounter.

Police have since located the alleged murder weapon and say early evidence points to no other persons being involved.

Neighbours reportedly recalled seeing a group of teenagers gathering and moving along the street around the time of the incident. Some described the situation as shocking and difficult to believe. Others said they were in disbelief, with no prior signs or indications that something so tragic could unfold in their usually quiet neighbourhood.

As part of the ongoing investigation, detectives are now appealing for dashcam footage or any information from members of the public who were in the vicinity of Oriel Road, Alexandra Road and Barlow Street between 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on the night of the incident. They believe even seemingly minor details could prove crucial.

The death of Greg Josephson has sent shockwaves through Brisbane’s business community. As co-founder of Universal Store, Josephson helped shape the Australian fashion retail industry. He and his brother Michael launched the brand in 1999, building it into a national success before selling the company in 2018.

Read: Street Spotlight: Oriel Road, Clayfield

His sudden death has left family, friends, and colleagues reeling, with many remembering him as a trailblazer in his field and a generous mentor.

Police continue to urge anyone with relevant footage or knowledge—no matter how small—to come forward. If you have information for police, visit www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444. To report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Published 7-July-2025

Clayfield Teen Charged with Murder of Local Businessman Greg Josephson

A 15-year-old boy from Clayfield has been charged with murder following the death of 58-year-old businessman Greg Josephson at a home in Brisbane’s inner north on Wednesday night, June 26.

Read: Street Spotlight: Oriel Road, Clayfield

Emergency services were called to an Oriel Road address at around 8:15 p.m. after reports of a man suffering critical injuries. Upon arrival, police allegedly found Mr Josephson deceased at the property. A large group of teenagers was also present at the scene.

A 15-year-old boy, also from Clayfield, was located nearby and taken into custody. Police allege the teen and Mr Josephson were known to each other.

Following investigations, the boy has been charged with one count of murder. He was refused police bail and appeared in Brisbane Childrens Court on Thursday morning, June 27.

Crackdown on Youth Crime

The incident comes as Queensland continues to grapple with concerns over youth crime. Earlier this year, the state government expanded its landmark Adult Crime, Adult Time laws, increasing the number of serious youth offences subject to adult penalties to 33.

Under the reforms, young offenders charged with serious crimes—including murder—can now face adult sentencing outcomes. For murder, this includes mandatory life imprisonment with a non-parole period of 20 years, doubling the previous minimum term of 10 years.

The updated legislation reflects the state’s tougher stance on violent youth offences and has been introduced as part of efforts to improve community safety and deter repeat offending.

Read: Parents Urged to Monitor Children’s Social Media Use Amid Rising Concerns

Public Appeal

Police are urging anyone with information, CCTV, or dashcam footage from the Clayfield area on the evening of June 26 to come forward to assist the investigation.

Greg Josephson, a co-founder of the popular Australian fashion retailer Universal Store, was known for his role in shaping the national retail scene. His death has deeply impacted the business community and the wider Brisbane public.

Published 2-July-2025

Street Spotlight: Enderley Rd, Clayfield

Photo Credit: qimagery.information.qld.gov.au

Enderley Road in Clayfield stands as a testament to Brisbane’s most exclusive residential enclaves, where community stability meets premium real estate. Historical records from 1936 show the street already established, though with fewer properties than the current 30 residences that line this prestigious address today.

With an exceptional 95% of properties being owner-occupied and residents staying an average of 18 years and 4 months, Enderley Road demonstrates extraordinary commitment to long-term homeownership. This dedication to the area is further highlighted by the remarkable fact that 80% of residents have called Enderley Road home for more than a decade. The street’s property transaction history reveals the dramatic transformation of Clayfield’s luxury market, with 6 Enderley Road selling for $480,000 in January 1995 – a stark contrast to today’s multi-million dollar sales that reflect the area’s evolution into one of Brisbane’s premier addresses. Below, an aerial image from 1936 captures this distinguished street in its earlier form, showcasing Clayfield’s established residential character.

Enderley Rd, Clayfield Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 30
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 95%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 18 years, 4 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 80%

Enderley Rd, Clayfield – As It Looked in 1936

SOME RECENT SALES ON ENDERLEY RD, CLAYFIELD

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
72 Enderley Road, Clayfield	$4,475,000	Nov 2024

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON ENDERLEY RD FROM YESTERYEAR

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
17 Enderley Road, Clayfield	$660,000	Nov 1989
56 Enderley Road, Clayfield	$330,000	Jun 1994
6 Enderley Road, Clayfield	$480,000	Jan 1995

SUBURB PROFILE

The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2025 was $1,350,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2021 was $925,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3-BEDROOM HOUSE IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2021: $425,000

The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2025 was $2,600,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2021 was $1,353,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4-BEDROOM HOUSE IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2021: $1,247,000

The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2025 was $2,650,000
The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2021 was $1,500,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 5-BEDROOM HOUSE IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2021: $1,150,000

The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Clayfield in 2025 was $638,000
The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Clayfield in 2021 was $365,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 2-BEDROOM UNIT IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2021: $273,000

The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Clayfield in 2025 was $888,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Clayfield in 2021 was $580,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3-BEDROOM UNIT IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2021: $308,000

If you know Enderley Rd, Clayfield well and you have some anecdotes or details to add, please email us at editor@brisbanesuburbsonlinenews.com.au.

North Brisbane Area Sports Results – June 13 to 15

Sat, June 14, 2025 – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 11
• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 59 | Aspley QAFL Seniors 79
• Sherwood QAFL Seniors 70 | Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 102

Sun, June 15, 2025 – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 9
• Wilston Grange QAFLW Seniors 20 | Southport QAFLW Seniors 87
• University of Queensland QAFLW Seniors 24 | Aspley QAFLW Seniors 36

Sat, June 14, 2025 – QRL – BMD Premiership – Women
• Norths Devils 24 | Sunshine Coast Falcons 14

Sat, June 14, 2025 – QRU Store Local Hospital Cup – Men
• UQ 1st Grade 59 | Norths 1st Grade 33

Fri, June 13, 2025 – FQPL 1 – Women – Round 10
• Peninsula Power U23 0 | Grange Thistle U23 1
• Peninsula Power 3 | Grange Thistle 0

Sat, June 14, 2025 – FQPL 1 – Women – Round 10
• Moreton City Excelsior U23 3 | North Brisbane FC U23 2
• Moreton City Excelsior 4 | North Brisbane FC 3
• Virginia United U23 2 | Logan Lightning U23 0
• Virginia United 3 | Logan Lightning 4

Sat, June 14, 2025 – NPL Men – Round 14
• Gold Coast United 2 | Brisbane City 0

Sat, June 14, 2025 – NPL Women – Round 18
• Gold Coast United U23 1 | Brisbane City U23 2
• Gold Coast United 0 | Brisbane City 4
• Lions FC U23 4 | Mitchelton FC U23 0
• Lions FC 0 | Mitchelton FC 0

Sat, June 14, 2025 – NBL 1 – Women – Round 7
• Northside Wizards 56 | Sunshine Coast Phoenix 73

Sat, June 14, 2025 – NBL 1 – Men – Round 7
• Northside Wizards 68 | Sunshine Coast Phoenix 85

Renovated Dual-Lot Estate Offered in Clayfield

Photo Credit: Ray White Collective

A dual-lot residential listing in Clayfield is on the market, featuring a renovated 1930s home and an adjoining block with development approval.

Restored Clayfield Residence Listed with Adjoining Lot

A combined property holding in Clayfield is being offered for sale via an expressions of interest campaign. The sale includes a three-level residence at 88 Oriel Road and an adjacent lot at 1 Stafford Street, with a total land area of 1,974 square metres.

Positioned on a 1,259-square-metre site with two-street frontage, the main home has undergone staged works since its purchase in 2017. The property, described as being in very original condition at the time, was upgraded under the direction of architect Ivan Gastaldon and interior designers Highgate House, with major renovations completed in 2022.

Clayfield dual-lot estate — *Photo Credit: Ray White Collective*

Layout and Features Across Three Levels

The residence includes six bedrooms and six bathrooms over three levels, with a mix of formal and informal living areas, outdoor terraces, a pavilion, and a magnesium pool with spa. Interior features include parquetry French oak flooring, leadlight and sash windows, hand-painted wallpaper, Ralph Lauren lighting, Wyer + Craw cabinetry, and imported marble.

The upper floor contains two large suites with walk-in robes and stone-finished ensuites, along with a fireplace lounge, office, and balcony. The ground level offers a lounge, bar, study, bedroom, and bathroom, suitable for guests or teenage family members.

Clayfield property — *Photo Credit: Ray White Collective*

Development Approval Secured for Additional Facilities

The neighbouring 715-square-metre parcel at 1 Stafford Street includes a post-war dwelling and has development approval for a tennis court and eight-car basement garage, designed by the same architect. The current owners had planned for a lift and garden atrium linking the garage to the main residence. This addition has not been constructed.

Alternatively, the separate lot may be retained with the existing dwelling for rental purposes or use by extended family.

Clayfield real estate — *Photo Credit: Ray White Collective*

Vendors Exit Clayfield Following Property Upgrade

Owners Greg and Tamra Josephson, who acquired the Oriel Road home in 2017, are selling the combined properties due to relocation to Noosa. The listing marks the conclusion of their multi-year home upgrade and acquisition of the adjoining site.

The property is being handled by Matt Lancashire of Ray White New Farm. Expressions of Interest close at 5 p.m. on Friday, 13 June 2025.

Published 12-June-2025

Clayfield College Earns Dual Recognition at Australian Education Awards

Photo Credit: Clayfield College/ Facebook

The Australian Education Awards has selected Clayfield College as an Excellence Awardee for both the Best School Strategic Plan and Boarding School of the Year categories.

The Australian Education Awards, now in their eighth year, celebrate outstanding achievements across the country’s schools, principals, department heads, and teachers.

The awards ceremony will be a black-tie gala event held at the Star Event Centre in Sydney on Friday, 8 August 2025. This year, the awards span 29 categories, including Best Student Wellbeing Program and Australian School of the Year, highlighting the best in Australian education.

Strategic Planning Excellence

Australian Education Awards — *Photo Credit:* *Clayfield College/ Facebook*

Clayfield College’s recognition for “Best School Strategic Plan” acknowledges the vision and leadership driving significant changes within the College. This includes its transition to a fully co-educational model from Pre-Prep to Year 12, which uses a “Parallel Learning” approach.

The College’s Strategic Intent, which outlines a “bold new era,” is being put into action through four main areas: focusing on innovative and personalised learning experiences; emphasising comprehensive pastoral care and a supportive community; encouraging broadened interests through extensive co-curricular programs and real-world opportunities; and aiming for long-term viability and responsible resource management.

Initiatives that have come from their strategic planning include the move to a fully co-educational school with the Parallel Learning model from 2023, the introduction of a new uniform, and the expansion of the eiPulse offering for student and staff mental health and wellbeing. The College has also revitalised its facilities, including a Blackbox Drama Space, Strength and Conditioning and Cardio Studios, an Administration Block, the Ida Kennedy Physical Education Centre, and the Carolyn Hauff Boarding House.

Additionally, Clayfield College has participated in events such as the Da Vinci Decathlon and the reimagined LUX 23 Exhibition, and offers PMSA Teacher Education Scholarships and a Christian Mission and Service Assistance Program.

Boarding Program Recognition

The Carolyn Hauff Boarding House at Clayfield College has also been named an Excellence Awardee in the “Boarding School of the Year” category at the 2025 Australian Education Awards. This award confirms the strength of their boarding program.

Key factors contributing to this honour include major improvements to the physical buildings, creating a better living space for boarders. There has also been a renewed focus on improving academic results and student success, which includes an extensive tutoring program that involves former students and experienced educators, providing individualised support.

The boarding house is known for its caring environment, ensuring boarders can progress academically and receive personal attention. It maintains a strong, connected culture, which was especially clear during difficult periods like the COVID-19 pandemic, when the boarding house remained open and continued to provide excellent support.

The boarding house is home to more than 75 students from rural Queensland, other Australian states, and overseas, bringing diverse cultural perspectives to the school community. Since 2023, the boarding program, which cares for students from Years 7 to 12, has begun welcoming both girls and boys. These awards together confirm Clayfield College’s strategic direction and the commitment of its staff and community to providing a high-quality educational experience.

Published Date 28-May-2025

Origins of Camden House Remain Unclear Ahead of Clayfield Auction

Photo Credit: Place

A historic worker’s cottage in Clayfield is heading to auction on 13 May, with its current owners appealing for information to solve the mystery behind its origins.

Heritage Uncertainty at Centre of Clayfield Auction

A historic Clayfield residence, known as Camden House, has drawn attention not only for its architectural preservation but for the mystery surrounding its origins. The five-bedroom home at 34 Crombie Street is one of Brisbane’s oldest surviving worker’s cottages, yet little is known about who built it or its early ownership.

Background and Restoration Efforts

Believed to date back to the late 1800s, the property was purchased in 2017 by David Notley and Amanda Neill for $1.27 million. The couple retained the original name plaque, Camden House, but efforts to trace the home’s early history proved unsuccessful. Despite the presence of multiple locations named Camden across Brisbane, no conclusive link has been established to this property.

The house had already undergone restoration prior to their purchase. Since then, the couple has added contemporary touches including a formal hedge-lined frontage, updated fixtures, and an outdoor cabana beside the lap pool.

Clayfield property market — *Photo Credit: Place*

Distinctive Features and Auction Details

Camden House retains a number of period-specific details including 3.2-metre ceilings, vertical joint (VJ) walls, ornate breezeways, and original timber flooring. It features a gabled roof, wrought iron entry, and expansive verandahs.

The two-level home includes multiple living areas, a skylit kitchen with a servery window, and a rear entertainer’s deck fitted with a wet bar, ceiling fan, and heating strips. The downstairs area opens to a landscaped garden and an elevated solar-heated lap pool accompanied by a private cabana.

Additional amenities include five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a double garage with extra storage, and secure parking for two more vehicles. The home sits on a 556-square-metre block and is located within the Ascot State School catchment area.

Camden House history — *Photo Credit: Place*

Camden House is scheduled to go under the hammer on 13 May, listed through Patrick McKinnon and Drew Davies of Place Ascot.

Continued Search for History

The owners are calling on the public to share any information that might help piece together the property’s past before the auction date. While the house has become a refined modern residence, the lack of documentation about its origins has left a significant gap in the local historical record.

Published 9-May-2025

Street Spotlight: Craven Street, Clayfield

Photo Credit: qimagery.information.qld.gov.au

Craven Street in Clayfield represents a charming example of Brisbane’s established residential pockets, where community stability meets modern expansion. Historical records from 1936 show the street already well-established in its original form, though recent development has seen it extended toward Oriel Road, reflecting Clayfield’s continued growth and desirability.

With an impressive 90% of properties being owner-occupied, Craven Street demonstrates exceptional commitment to homeownership, though with residents staying an average of 13 years and 3 months, it shows a more dynamic pattern than some Brisbane streets. Interestingly, while ownership rates are high, only 29% of residents have called Craven Street home for more than a decade, suggesting the street attracts new homeowners who quickly establish roots. The street’s property transaction history tells a compelling story of Clayfield’s real estate evolution, with 28 Craven Street selling for $575,000 in March 1998 – a benchmark that showcases the remarkable appreciation in this sought-after inner-north suburb. Below, an aerial image from 1936 captures this historic street before its recent extension, offering insight into Clayfield’s suburban development journey.

Craven St, Clayfield Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 8
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 90%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 13 years, 3 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 29%

Craven St, Clayfield – As It Looked in 1936

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON CRAVEN ST FROM YESTERYEAR

Property Address	Sale Price	Sale Date
11 Craven Street, Clayfield	$1,200,000	Nov 2010
28 Craven Street, Clayfield	$575,000	Mar 1998
32 Craven Street, Clayfield	$620,000	Sep 1989

SUBURB PROFILE

If you know Craven St, Clayfield well and you have some anecdotes or details to add, please email us at editor@brisbanesuburbsonlinenews.com.au.

Have Your Say on Kedron Brook’s Future as 20-Year Plan Takes Shape

Photo Credit: Cr Steven Toomey/Facebook

Community consultation is open until 29 June 2025, with locals invited to share feedback online or in person. A key kiosk session will be held at Kalinga Park, Clayfield on Saturday, 17 May from 8:00 am to 10:00 a.m.

A Long Green Thread Through Changing Suburbs

Kedron Brook is the focus of a 20-year plan to improve flood resilience, protect natural spaces and upgrade shared paths. Brisbane City Council is inviting locals to help shape the future of the much-loved waterway. Kedron Brook winds through 14 Brisbane suburbs, linking neighbourhoods and green spaces. Its future is under review as Council plans for growing use and climate challenges.

*Photo Credit: Cr Steven Toomey/Facebook*

For locals in Kalinga, Wooloowin and Clayfield, Kedron Brook is part of daily life, from walks and bike rides to quiet spots in the shade. It also supports stormwater flow and biodiversity in a growing urban area.

Resilience, Recreation and Restoration

Flooding is a key challenge for Kedron Brook, with downstream areas at risk during heavy rain. The plan aims to reduce this risk while protecting access and improving amenities like lighting, seating and paths.

Environmental restoration is a key focus, with goals for revegetation, habitat protection and local bush care. In areas like Clayfield and Kalinga, where development nears the creek, these efforts support wildlife and native plants.

How to Get Involved

Council is calling for community input while the plan is still in its early stages. Residents can highlight issues or ideas online and share what matters most, from flood resilience to recreation and the environment.

Feedback submitted before the deadline will help shape the first draft of the master plan, due later this year. Locals who use or live near the brook are urged to share their experiences to guide future planning.

have your say

Clayfield’s Moment to Contribute

While upstream areas have seen more upgrades, Clayfield’s eastern stretch is now seeing more use. Kalinga Park remains a busy hub, linking to bikeways across Brisbane’s north.

A drop-in session at Kalinga Park on Saturday, 17 May from 8:00 am to 10:00 a.m., will give locals a chance to speak with the planning team. It’s part of a series of events in May to gather ideas from regular brook users.

Published 2-May-2025

The Former Iron Woman that Paddled Around Australia in 254 Days

Bonnie Hancock is an extraordinary lady.

She covered over 12,700 kilometres on a surf ski around Australia.

Over 254 days at sea.

In the modern world where resilience in children is under question, Bonnie is a wonderful example of the highest standards of mental strength and resilience.

She started nippers at Sawtel from the age of five, and dreamt from the age of 12 to become Karla Gilbert (she won the Kelloggs Ironwoman Series seven years in a row from 1995 to 2003) and at the age of 17, she became a professional Iron Woman competitor, as did her sister, Courtenay. She waitressed through uni and trained every day, 6.5 km in the pool every morning under the eye of legendary coach, Denis Cotterell. After uni each day she would do 10-20 km on the surf ski, and some running on the soft sand to complete her day that tended to be complete by 7:00 p.m., with competitions at the weekends. That gruelling schedule shaped her life daily until the age of 25.

She then evolved from Iron Woman competitions into a ski paddler on an 18 kg craft, typically racing over five-minute races, whilst embarking on a career as a dietician.

Her ultra endurance journey began at Broadbeach Library, reading a book about a lady who had written a biography about it. She had 25 rejections for sponsorship before she signed her first sponsor.

Her incredible journey paddling around Australia for over 254 days began when she paddled 73 km on her first day. Then, after about a week in, the daily target was scheduled to be 90 km on that day; but half way through a few hours, she was told it had to be increased to 120 km that day as it was decided she had to go around an island. After a month of constant paddling she had bulging discs and various other illnesses, but nothing would stop her, including the crocodiles encountered.

The mental hurdles she smashed through were endless. “Being prepared to adapt your plan” was front and centre in her amazing journey. Everytime a headwind came, she became stronger, and she would realise that when the headwinds dropped.

Lemons into Lemonade!

In the interview, Bonnie talks about a lot of the challenges along the way, including some good and bad decisions she made, how she developed her work ethic, and the joy of working to a plan.

This included a discussion around parenting and sport, managing finances, how she got into ultra endurance and many other fascinating anecdotes.

It’s an amazing story.

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