The Triffid

The Triffid is one of Newstead’s distinctive live music venues, housed in a converted World War II-era Nissen-type warehouse. Its industrial character, curved roof and exposed structural elements have been retained as defining features of the building, while the redevelopment itself received recognition for commercial architecture. The main Live Room accommodates up to 700 standing guests, creating a setting well suited to concerts where the audience remains close to the stage and performers.

The interior was designed with live performance and acoustics as key priorities and is equipped with extensive professional audio, visual and lighting systems. The Live Room combines a main floor with a mezzanine overlooking the stage, while additional facilities include bars and the outdoor Triffid Garden with food and drink service. Most concerts operate as general-admission standing events, giving the venue a more immediate club-style atmosphere than a large arena.

The venue is located at 7/9 Stratton St, Newstead, Australia. Ground-floor access is at street level with no steps at the entrance, and taxis or rideshare vehicles can drop passengers directly outside. The Triffid has no on-site car park; limited street parking is available nearby, with paid parking also available at Gasworks. The Commercial Road CityGlider stop is approximately 100 metres away on foot, providing convenient access close to the venue entrance. For broader transport options around Newstead and Brisbane, see the city information below.

Newstead in Queensland is a riverside inner-Brisbane precinct that combines modern dining, renewed industrial heritage and a strong events scene. For visitors looking for tickets to concerts and other events in Newstead and Brisbane, the area is especially practical thanks to venues such as The Triffid, while larger sports and entertainment venues across central Brisbane are easy to reach by public transport. The mix of restaurants, bars and accommodation in Newstead, Teneriffe and Fortitude Valley makes it easy to plan the entire outing before and after an event.

Newstead's transport connections rely on the Translink network. The Blue CityGlider, bus route 60, runs through Newstead and connects the area with Fortitude Valley, Brisbane city centre, South Brisbane and West End, terminating at Teneriffe Ferry Terminal. From nearby Teneriffe, CityCat and ferry services are also available along the Brisbane River, while Fortitude Valley railway station and Bowen Hills railway station are practical rail gateways for arrivals from other parts of the city. Travellers arriving at Brisbane Airport can take Airtrain to city rail stations including Fortitude Valley and Bowen Hills, then continue by bus, taxi or ride service to Newstead, making access to concert venues and Brisbane's wider network of stadiums and arenas straightforward.

Before or after an event, Newstead offers several places to explore right by the river. Newstead Park and historic Newstead House provide a quieter look at the area's local heritage, while Gasometer Park and the Gasworks precinct recall the neighbourhood's industrial past in a contemporary urban setting. A walk along the Riverwalk towards Teneriffe and New Farm opens up views of the Brisbane River, landscaped parks, cafés and distinctive brick warehouses, allowing a visit to an event to become a complete city experience without the need for long journeys between individual attractions.