Canon Garland Place: A Place of Remembrance
A serene and historically significant place within Toowong Cemetery, honoring the architect of ANZAC Day, Canon David John Garland.
Canon Garland Place, situated within Toowong Cemetery, commemorates Canon David John Garland, the 'architect of ANZAC Day'. This tranquil lawn and garden setting provides a space for reflection and remembrance, honoring Australia's fallen heroes.
A brief summary to Canon Garland Place
- Frederick St, Toowong, Queensland, 4066, AU
- +61734032587
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit early morning or late afternoon for the best light and fewer crowds.
- Take time to read the inscriptions on the memorials to gain insights into local history.
- Combine your visit with a walk around the broader Toowong Cemetery to appreciate its history.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Brisbane City, you can take a train to Toowong Station. From there, you can catch a bus (route 470, 598 or 599) to the Mt Coot-tha Rd at Toowong Cemetery stop. Alternatively, from Toowong Station, it's approximately a 20-minute walk to Canon Garland Place. A TransLink single-zone fare costs around $3.70.
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Walking
If you are in the Toowong area, Canon Garland Place is accessible by foot. From Toowong Village, walk south on Sherwood Road, turn left onto Frederick Street, and continue straight. Canon Garland Place will be on your left. Alternatively, you can enter via the pedestrian ramp from Mt Coot-tha Road, opposite the Brisbane Botanic Gardens. Turn right at the top of the ramp and walk downhill.
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Driving
Toowong Cemetery has two entrances. The main entrance on Frederick Street is accessible via a slip road off the Toowong roundabout, approaching from the west. An alternative entrance is located opposite 26 Richer Street. Parking is available inside the cemetery. Parking is free.
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