Case of Clayfield Businessman’s Death Moves to Supreme Court

A teenager accused of the murder of Brisbane businessman Greg Josephson has been committed to stand trial in the Supreme Court of Queensland, marking a significant development in a case that has drawn widespread public interest.



The accused, who was 15 years old at the time of the alleged offence in June 2025, appeared in the court via video link for a committal hearing. He did not enter a plea and remains in custody while the matter progresses through the court system.

Matter Formally Committed for Trial

The hearing was held to determine whether the prosecution’s case is sufficient to proceed to a higher court.

During proceedings, the court was told that the brief of evidence includes 104 witness statements. The matter was formally committed to the Supreme Court for trial at a future date. No trial date has yet been publicly announced.

When asked by the magistrate whether he wished to present evidence or say anything in answer to the charge, the teenager declined. He also chose not to enter a plea at this stage.

High-Profile Business Figure

Mr Josephson, 58, was found deceased at a Clayfield residence in June 2025.

Emergency services were originally called to the property following reports of a serious incident during a gathering. Police later arrested and charged a teenage boy with murder.

Mr Josephson was a prominent and well-known figure in Queensland’s retail sector, recognized nationally as a co-founder of the youth fashion retailer Universal Store.



As the case has not yet been heard by a jury at trial, the allegations against the accused remain untested in court.

Published 19-June-2026

Teen Hospitalised After Knife Attack at Gatecrashed Oriel Road Party

A 16-year-old boy required surgery after being slashed with a knife during a house party on Oriel Road that spiralled out of control when gatecrashers arrived on Friday night.



What began as a private end-of-year celebration quickly descended into chaos after the event was advertised on social media, attracting around 80 to 100 uninvited guests to the Clayfield property.

The hosts attempted to shut down the party, pushing hundreds of young people onto the street. During the commotion, the teenage boy sustained a 20-centimetre wound to his lower back.

Chief Inspector Karl Hahne described the injury as horrendous, though not life-threatening. The victim underwent surgery on Saturday morning.

Police deployed a specialist blood detection dog on Saturday to search for the weapon, which had not been recovered at the scene. Chief Inspector Hahne said investigators were confident of locating it.

Officers were already aware of the party and responded to reports of teenagers gathering on the street. The incident occurred on the final official day of schoolies celebrations.

Local resident Jarrah Lloyd witnessed the aftermath, describing teenagers blocking the road and forcing cars to turn around. She said the gathering appeared relatively tame aside from alcohol consumption and the crowded streets.

“There was about 50 kids all just in the middle of the road,” Ms Lloyd said. She noted that most teenagers left quietly when police arrived, including several unmarked vehicles.

Another neighbour, Dennis Comino, observed groups of young people clustered across the street, with officers working to disperse the crowd.

One resident reported the street was closed to the public around 11pm. The scene was littered with beer bottles, cans, mixer drinks, vapes and helium canisters.

Police are continuing their investigation into what triggered the altercation and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.



The incident follows another serious crime in Clayfield earlier this year, when Universal store founder Greg Josephson was allegedly murdered by a teenager at his home in the suburb.

Published 29-November-2025

Street Spotlight: Oriel Road, Clayfield

Oriel Road in Clayfield stands as a testament to Brisbane’s remarkable suburban evolution. Historical aerial photography from 1936 reveals a sparsely populated landscape, with only a handful of houses dotting what would become one of Clayfield’s most sought-after streets.



Today, this established thoroughfare boasts 129 properties, with a strong 70% owner-occupier rate and residents choosing to call it home for an average of 13 years and 7 months. This enduring community spirit is further evidenced by the fact that 46% of residents have lived here for more than a decade. Past property transactions, such as the 1979 sale of 66 Oriel Road for $47,000, highlight the extraordinary growth in property values over the decades, reflecting the area’s increasing desirability and Clayfield’s emergence as one of Brisbane’s premier suburbs.

Oriel Road, Clayfield Residents

NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 129
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 70%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 13 years and 7 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 46%

Oriel Road, Clayfield – As It Looked in 1936

Oriel, Clayfield in 1936


SOME RECENT SALES ON ORIEL ROAD, CLAYFIELD

Property AddressSale PriceSale Date
4/104 Oriel Road , Clayfield$627,000Oct 2024
3/37 Oriel Road, Clayfield$960,000Oct 2024
2/20 Oriel Road, Clayfield$710,000Aug 2024
4/18 Oriel Road, Clayfield$600,000Jul 2024
1/104 Oriel Road, Clayfield$575,000Jun 2024
55 Oriel Road, Clayfield$2,500,000Mar 2024

SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON ORIEL ROADFROM YESTERYEAR

Property AddressSale PriceSale Date
66 Oriel Road, Clayfield$47,000Feb 1979
117 Oriel Road, Clayfield$370,000May 1983
65 Oriel Road, Clayfield$165,500Oct 1987

SUBURB PROFILE 

The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2024 was $1,225,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2020 was $875,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2020 : $350,000

The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2024 was $2,350,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2020 was $1,300,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2020 : $1,050,000

The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2024 was $2,570,000
The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in Clayfield in 2020 was $1,800,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 5 BEDROOM HOUSE IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2020 : $770,000

The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Clayfield in 2024 was $580,000
The median price of a 2 Bedroom Unit in Clayfield in 2020 was $350,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 2 BEDROOM UNIT IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2020 : $230,000

The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Clayfield in 2024 was $880,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in Clayfield in 2020 was $565,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM UNIT IN CLAYFIELD SINCE 2020 : $315,000



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