Irish Queenslander

12/10/2025

Were your relatives involved in the seige at the Four Courts in Dublin in 1922?
There will be an invitation-only presentation in Dublin this November for descendants of those who fought at the Four Courts.
If you had a family member who was involved, email [email protected] for more information.

Posted on behalf of a member of the Queensland Irish community. Please share to your friends and family in Ireland to spread the word.

12/10/2025

09/10/2025

Irish economist David McWilliams, who predicted the GFC and Ireland's unsustainable housing bubble, will be speaking at the BRISBANE POWERHOUSE this weekend.

It doesn't grow on trees or make the world go round... so what exactly is money, and why does it consume so much of our time and energy?

30/09/2025

The September 2025 QIA Newsletter is now available to read for free on the QIA website. 20 pages of news and events.

September 2025 QIA Newsletter September 30, 2025 1:48 pm We hope you enjoy the QIA Newsletter for September 2025, available HERE. Inside you’ll find all the details of our upcoming AGM. You’ll also find a whole host of upcoming events to fill your diary in the run-up to Christmas. We look forwar...

26/09/2025

The September 2025 QIA Newsletter is on its way to QIA Members. It has 20 pages of news and features.

Members, keep an eye on your email inboxes because the September 2025 QIA Newsletter is on its way to you! It has 20 pages of news and features.

18/09/2025

Irish Film Festival Australia unveils diverse line-up.
Irish Film Festival Australia

Molly playing with Dad in Fidil Ghorm. Pictures: Supplied Iconic leaders, brilliant musicians, resilient women, urban voices and more…This year’s program offers a vibrant line-up of award-winning d…

15/09/2025

The legendary Irish actor Daniel Day-Lewis is back in his first film role in eight years, and it will be showing at the British Film Festival which runs in Brisbane from 5 November to 7 December at Palace Barracks and Palace James Street cinemas.

The 2025 Russell Hobbs British Film Festival in November will showcase various films, including ANEMONE starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Sean Bean, exploring complex familial ties. Other highlights in…

11/09/2025

The O'Donovan Clan celebrated the 25th anniversary of their 2000 Gathering in Skibbereen, West Cork, marking it with a floral tribute at Castle Donovan. Clan Chief Teige O'Donovan led an Inaugural Assembly for the new O'Donovan Clan Cultural Association, aimed at preserving heritage and enhancing ties with the diaspora....

Plaque commemorating the Millennial Gathering of O’Donovans; Castle Donovan in background. The O’Donovan Clan celebrated two milestones at the weekend in Skibbereen, West Cork: a commem…

11/09/2025

Five-year-old Leo Melia from Beachmere has been named the youngest driver in Parolin Australia's development program for the 2026 season. Showcasing impressive abilities in Cadet competitions, Leo will engage in regional racing, testing, and training camps, supported by a dedicated schedule aimed at fostering his growth as a young racer....

Beachmere boy Leo Melia has become the youngest driver to join Parolin Australia’s development program. Pictures: Anna Melia/Supplied Parolin Australia is proud to announce that 5-year-old Irish-Au…

10/09/2025

Condolences to all at Tintean magazine on the passing of Editor in Chief Liz McKenzie.

Liz McKenzie was an (understated) stalwart of Irish Australia.

21/08/2025

The August QIA Newsletter is on its way to Queensland Irish Association members (it costs just $20 a year to join). And there will be a get-together this afternoon at Coorparoo RSL from 4pm. All are welcome.

Members, keep an eye on your email inboxes because the August QIA Newsletter is on its way to you. We look forward to catching up with you all this afternoon from 4pm at our Members' happy-hour gathering with live entertainment at Coorparoo RSL.

10/07/2025

RIP Gina O'Reilly

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Gina O'Reilly, long-term partner of QIA Vice-President Seamus Sullivan.
Queensland Irish Association passes our condolences on to the O'Reilly family, the O'Sullivan family and all of Gina's many friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam - May she rest in peace - Ripòsi in pace.

𝐋𝐮𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚 (“𝐆𝐢𝐧𝐚”) 𝐎’𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐲
late of Wellington Point, Queensland.
It is with great sadness that we share the news of Gina’s peaceful passing on Monday 7 July 2025 in Brisbane, Qld.
Born in Treviso Italy, Gina lived a very full and amazing life doting on loved ones and many friends.
Gina will be greatly missed by her Son & Daughter-in-Law, Grandchildren, her partner Seamus & his Family, her Sisters, Brother and their children as well as her many friends. Gina will remain much loved in our treasured memories as an incredibly independent, strong & proud woman who fought a fierce battle, her way, to the very last.
A service for Gina will be held:
𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟒 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦
𝐒𝐭 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡
𝟏𝟔𝟓 𝐎𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝
𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐨
Family, friends and friends of family are welcome to attend.
Instead of flowers, please donate to Cancer Council Queensland