Cressbrook Homestead, Heritage pastoral homestead in Somerset Region, Australia
Cressbrook Homestead incorporates multiple structures including a principal house, chapel, dairy complex, and worker accommodations spread across the Queensland countryside.
David Cannon McConnel established this pastoral station in 1841 as the first settlement in Brisbane Valley, transitioning from sheep farming to Shorthorn cattle breeding.
The property features a multi-denominational chapel designed by architect Robin Smith Dods in 1901, serving the religious needs of the station workers.
The homestead complex contains numerous functional buildings such as stables, explosives storage, and dairy facilities that supported agricultural operations.
Mary McConnel documented life at Cressbrook through detailed memoirs while contributing to the establishment of one of Australia's first children's hospitals.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -27.05780,152.40470
Latest update: March 19, 2025 17:22
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