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Weekdays 7:30am – 4:30pm
Community Centre
60 Kuran Street, Chermside
Weekdays 8am – 4pm
Centre Activities
Looking for fun and affordable senior activities in Chermside? Burnie Brae offers a wide range of social, fitness and lifestyle activities for seniors in a friendly and welcoming community environment.
Stay active with dance and fitness classes, enjoy social card games and group activities, or relax with creative art and craft sessions. It’s a great way to meet new people, stay connected and enjoy an active lifestyle in Brisbane’s northside.
Explore your creativity in our welcoming art and craft classes for seniors. Enjoy painting, knitting, crocheting and more while socialising and learning new skills.
Stay active, build confidence and have fun with our senior dance classes. From gentle movement to energetic styles like Bollywood dance and Zumba to Clogging and Line Dancing, there’s something for every ability.
Improve strength, balance, flexibility and overall wellbeing with our fitness classes for seniors. Stay healthy, active and moving in a supportive environment.
Learn to play an instrument, sing your favourite songs or join in social games including indoor bowls, cards and more. A fun way to connect, learn and enjoy time with others.
Meet new people, enjoy great conversations and feel part of a welcoming community. Our social groups for seniors are perfect for friendship, connection and shared interests.
Have an idea for a new activity or event? We’d love to hear from you! Have your say and help shape what’s happening at Burnie Brae.
FAQs
Yes, membership is required, but it’s easy to join! We offer a free and paid membership (with perks). You can join online here or at Burnie Brae Reception.
Most of our activities cost between $5 and $15 per session, and some are even free! Simply select an activity in our timetable to see the cost, or get in touch with us below.
If you’re aged 65 or over, you might be eligible for discounted rates through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) via My Aged Care. Learn more about social support.
No - everyone is welcome! Our activities and services at our Chermside Community Centre are open to people of all ages and from all locations. Whether you live locally in Brisbane or further afield, we encourage anyone looking to stay active, social and connected to join our welcoming community.
Yes! Our centre offers free onsite parking, including disability spots and convenient drop-off zones. There’s also plenty of free parking available on surrounding streets. Plus, we’re close to several bus stops for easy public transport access.

No bookings needed for our activities - just drop in and pay on arrival by cash or card. Only our technology lessons require advance booking by calling 3624 2121 or visiting Burnie Brae Reception located at 60 Kuran Street, Chermside.
Yes. While some of our activities are more active, we also offer a range of social activities that can be enjoyed while seated, including music, cards, games, art & craft and social groups.
If you require additional support to participate, you may be interested in our Day Respite program (known as Club Respite). Club Respite offers a variety of weekly activities, outings and social opportunities, with support workers available to provide extra assistance and help you join in comfortably and confidently.
Yes. If your support worker is attending to provide supervision or support and is not participating in the activity themselves, they are welcome to come along and do not need to pay or become a member.
If your support worker chooses to actively take part in the activity alongside you, they will need to be a member and pay the relevant activity fee.
Yes. Visitors can join our free Associate Membership to take part in eligible activities, events and day trips during their stay. Contact our team to learn more or get started.
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Burnie Brae Ltd. | ABN: 39 206 062 402 | ACN: 609 476 637