Riverhills

In 1959, Riverhills began its transformation. It became part of the Hooker Centenary Project. This project shaped the surrounding suburbs, creating what we now know as the Centenary Suburbs. Riverhills sits nestled in Brisbane’s southwest, about 19.5 kilometers from the city center. The Brisbane River borders it to the west and Wolston Creek to the south. Wacol Station Road marks its southeastern edge. Riverhills isn’t flat. The land rises and falls. It goes from less than 10 meters above sea level by the river to over 40 meters near Wolston Creek. This hilly terrain adds to its charm. Riverhills officially got its name on January 8, 1973. The Queensland Place Names Board chose the name, suggested by the developers. The name reflects the area’s unique geography: rolling hills near the river. The 2011 Brisbane floods impacted Riverhills. Low-lying areas near the creeks experienced some flooding. Riverhills is primarily a residential suburb. You’ll find the Riverhills Plaza on Bogong Street. This shopping center offers a variety of stores. In 2011, one of its stores, Just Poppy’s, won a “Brisbane’s Best Burgers” contest. Riverhills also boasts several parks. These parks offer various sporting and recreational facilities. For those who love nature, there are undeveloped areas around creeks and gullies leading down to the river. Newcomb Park, located at 529 Sumners Road, provides a boat launching area. It’s specifically for non-motorized craft. The Centenary Rowing Club and Lakers Dragon Boat Club both operate from this park.