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LOCAL RESIDENTS HIT THE STREETS FOR THE BTP WESTLINK GREEN DARRA STREET PARTY. Local Darra residents and businesses enjoyed a

night of fun on October 17 at the 12th annual

Darra Street Party. The event held on Railway Parade outside the newly refurbished Darra train station continued to build on it’s success of previous years with over 2,000 people in attendance and entertainment, food stalls and fun rides for the kids.

The Darra State School Choir, The Ritz Performing Arts Centre, and local music acts Romony Rogers, The Dekades and Periapsis were amongst the acts taking the main stage and providing entertainment to attendees throughout the night.

Graystone Development Manager Ms Anna Robbie said, “We are pleased to be sponsoring the Darra Street Party which is a great event for families and the broader community. It is also an opportune time for us to answer questions about our long term vision for the BTP Westlink Green Development.”

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SPRING 2014

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IN THIS EDITION

Alchemia’s Walk to End Women’s Cancer.

Multi-Deck Car Park Open For Business

Hot Desk Competition Winner Accounced

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Now servicing

Brisbane Technology Park

BTP Westlink Green

BTP Northshore Hamilton

Darra Street Party Magician. Photo Credit: Darra Community Group

Street Party Attendees Enjoying the Entertainment. Photo Credit: Darra Community Group

Tech Bites Turns Ten

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BTP BUSINESS EVENTS PROVE A SUCCESSBrisbane Technology Park was proud host to two

highly successful business events this year.

These events, coordinated by local member Ms Freya Ostapovich, provided an opportunity for businesses, industry leaders, and members of the local community to hear from the Hon. Ian Walker, Minister for Science, Technology, Innovation and the Arts and the Queensland Treasurer Tim Nicolls.

In May, Mr Walker greeted 50 guests at a breakfast event where he acknowledged the critical role played by technology and science innovation in turning great ideas into great opportunities.

He recognised the valuable contribution to the sector made by companies, such as those at Brisbane 6GEJPQNQI[�2CTM��CPF�YKUJGF�CNN�ƂTOU�TGRTGUGPVGF�CV�VJG�event great success.

In June, following the release of his third State Budget, the Queensland Treasurer Tim Nicholls spoke at a luncheon event attended by 120 guests. He provided an QXGTXKGY�QH�VJG�ƂUECN�[GCT�CJGCF��VJG�UVCVGoU�GEQPQOKE�outlook and the Government’s main priorities as it charts the path back to surplus.

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ALCHEMIAS WALK TO END WOMENS CANCERThe Alchemia team raised much needed funds for

women’s cancer research.

On October 25, the Alchemia team took part in The Weekend to End Women’s Cancer, one of the largest walks for women’s cancer research in Australia.

Alchemia, a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to cancer research and development, and long term occupant of Brisbane Technology Park, were on a mission to raise more than $40,000 for cancer research for the QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute and Royal Brisbane & Women’s hospitals.

Congratulations to the team for all their hard work.

TECH BITES TURNS TENOn Friday September 5 Tech Bites Cafe and Carvery

celebrated their tenth anniversary at Brisbane

Technology Park.

Owners George and Patricia Belesis are extremely proud of their achievement saying, “Serving our delicious food to the business community at BTP and surrounding areas for the last ten years has been wonderful. We know there will be many more years to come.”

“Our customers at BTP are great friendly people with personalities to match. We have many loyal customers that appreciate us being here, and over the years we have received everything from letters and cards to Christmas gifts of wine and cake.”

To get in touch with Tech Bites about your upcoming Christmas catering needs or to be added to their mailing list head down to 18 Brandl Street or send an email to techbitescatering@hotmail.com.

The Alchemia Team

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The Hon. Ian Walker and Ms Freya Ostapovitch

Tech Bites Cafe 10th birthday celebration cake

CENTENARY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BREAKFAST EVENT On Wednesday July 2, 1 Westlink Court opened its

doors to guests for a breakfast presentation of the

concept and future plans for this new commercial

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Graystone Managing Director, Peter Robbie conducted a Q & A style presentation to the CCIQ Centenary and Districts Chamber of Commerce, local business owners and members of the community.

The guest speaker Milton Dick, Councillor for Richlands Ward, Leader of the Opposition and shadow spokesperson for Infrastructure, discussed his key priorities and recognised Graystone’s substantial investment in the suburb. “Graystone should be commended for investing in Darra. This will bring 2,000 jobs alone and it’s a big boost to Darra and the south west.” Cr Dick said.

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RESTORING HISTORY: BTP WESTLINK GREEN PRESENTS THE LIME STATION

Westlink Green; an emerging Business & Technology

Precinct in Brisbane’s western suburbs.

BTP Westlink Green represents an exciting opportunity to restore a piece of Brisbane’s history and replicate the success of Brisbane Technology Park in the western suburbs.

The Queensland Cement & Lime Company was established in 1914 to provide Queensland with a NQECN�UWRRN[�QH�EGOGPV��6JG�ƂTUV�DWKNFKPI�RTQFWEGF�approximately 30,000 tonnes increasing to more than 650,000 tonnes by the 1980s.

The historic “Lime Station” building, located at the very heart of the BTP Westlink Green development, is now in dire need of a make-over. The restoration project will enhance the unique features of the building and protect the history of the site. At completion it will be home to new cafes and restaurants and an event facility with the capacity to host large conferences and corporate training events.

For more information please phone 07 3853 5200

Councillor Milton Dick and Graystone Managing Director Peter Robbie

MULTI-DECK CAR PARK A WELCOME ADDITION TO BTPAs Brisbane Technology Park continues to expand,

so too has the demand for car parking.

6JG�ƂTUV�UVCIG�QH�VJG�$62�ECT�RCTMKPI�UVTCVGI[�JCU�PQY�been implemented with the completion of a multi-deck car parking station within the BTP Central Precinct. The car park which delivers 150 car parking spaces responds to the demands of park tenants for a cost-effective and permanent car parking solution.

To enquire about available spaces please contact Milestone Property Management on 07 3368 9055 or email enquiries@btpinfo.com.au

51 MCKECHNIE DRIVE: BTP’S NEWEST BUILDING

Graystone is proud to present the latest addition to

Brisbane Technology Park.

A purpose built facility for Queensland Health’s Metro South Division was completed in June 2014. The building features Graystone’s signature design and DQCUVU������USWCTG�OGVTGU�QH�RTGOKWO�QHƂEG�URCEG�across two levels. The new building is directly adjacent to the new multi-deck car park, with Industria REIT being the proud owners of both of these new facilities in Brisbane Technology Park. 1WVITQYP�[QWT�EWTTGPV�QHƂEG�URCEG�QT�KPVGTGUVGF�KP�C�new purpose built facility for your business? Phone 07 3853 5200 for more information.

51 McKechnie Drive

The Graystone construction team couldn’t hide their excitement about the new carpark

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371 MacArthur Avenue Exterior

FIRST BUILDING AT BTP WESTLINK GREEN NOW COMPLETEBTP Westlink Green, an exciting new Business and

6GEJPQNQI[�RTGEKPEV��JCU�QRGPGF�VJG�FQQTU�VQ�KVoU�ƂTUV�building, 1 Westlink Court.

The building is home to Brisbane’s second BTP Hub, which has already attracted a range of tenants including RedEye Apps, Infomine Australia, Sherpa Operational Excellence, Parretech Environmental Control, and Trade Service.

Naomi Robinson, Regional Manager at Infomine Australia said:

“Our team at InfoMine Australia have enjoyed an excellent experience moving to the new BTP Hub in Darra. We feel safe, professional and part of a growing and vibrant community. The Graystone team were incredibly adaptable to our requests and we appreciate all their hard work in providing an exceptional space and facilities for our business and clients.”

The second building in the precinct, 2 Westlink Court, is currently under construction and is scheduled for completion in November 2014.

Visit www.btpinfo.com.au for more information.

1 Westlink Court Exterior

1 Westlink Court: BTP Hub Meeting Room

SAVE THE DATE: THE BTP NORTHSHORE CHARITY CYCLE EVENT

Dust off your cycling kits for the second BTP Northshore

charity cycle race.

After the success of the 2013 event, BTP Development Services have again joined forces with Childhood Cancer Support to help raise much needed funds for the charity and help build awareness of the impacts of childhood cancer.

The event will be held in March 2015, and will also be assisted by the Chain Reaction challenge foundation. It will see companies submit a team of up to 5 riders to enjoy an afternoon of fun and competitive racing at the BTP NorthShore Hamilton precinct (MacArthur Avenue, Hamilton).

For more information about next years event and sponsorship opportunities please contact Steven Ungermann on 07 3210 7308 or email steven.ungermann@alceon.com.au.

2013 Cycling Race: BTP Team

BTP NORTHSHORE HAMILTON PRESENTS 371 MACARTHUR AVENUE

The Graystone construction team has been busy this year with 371 MacArthur Avenue now complete.

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The precinct is situated in Hamilton’s activity hub and is supported by local business infrastructure including the Portside Wharf, the Royal Queensland Golf Club and the popular Racecourse Road Café District.

BTP Northshore Hamilton is conveniently located in the City-to-Airport Corridor and offers established public and private transport accessibility with connections to the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and CBD.

For more information or to arrange an inspection please contact 07 3853 5200.

BTP Northshore Presents: 371 MacArthur Avenue

HOT DESK COMPETITION A WINNERAttracting, retaining & encouraging tenancy growth is fundamental to the long term success of Business &

Technology Precincts.

Throughout May and June BTP Services held a competition open to any Australian registered DWUKPGUU�QYPGT�QT�OCPCIGT��YKVJ�ƂTUV�RTK\G�VJG�WUG�of a hot desk for three months in The BTP Hub at 8 Clunies Ross Court.

The competition saw many applications and gathered great momentum for the park. The two lucky winners, Talio Group & Systexx Australia were announced via Brisbane Technology Park’s Facebook page in July. Nathan Schokker from Talio Group said the competition provided a great opportunity to kick start his business in a highly regarded location.

“Brisbane Technology Park is a recognisable corporate address from which we can operate and deliver greater customer service. It is hard to quantify the impressive entrepreneurial environment we will be placed within and the connections and contacts we will build because of that.” Mr Schokker said. Congratulations to both winners!

For additional information on the Hub please phone 07 3853 5200 or email enquiries@btpinfo.com.au

BTP Hub Competition Winners Ronny Matzat, Nathan Schokker with Graystone Development Manager Anna Robbie

BTP Hub 8 Clunies Ross Court: Hot Desk and Break Out Areas

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BTP BUSINESS COMMUNITY

BTP Westlink Green is an exciting new Business and

Technology Precinct currently being developed in Brisbane’s

western corridor, located adjacent to the newly

refurbished Darra railway station.

The master plan allows for the development of up to ten new DWKNFKPIU��YKVJ�VJG�ƂTUV�UVCIGU�

of the precinct available for lease now.

www.westlinkgreen.com.au07 3853 5200