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Brisbane Central Technical College

011. brisbane central technical college (former) (2008)
Stage Number:MBNH.09.01.64
Street Address:2 George St, Brisbane City
Time Link:1911
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Brisbane Central Technical College: Operating as the first campus for the University of Queensland (1911–1945), this institution represents the pragmatic turn in Brisbane’s educational history. It was the center for vocational and professional training, reflecting a policy trend that often prioritized industrial utility over “big ideas” and intellectual inquiry.

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Wikipedia contributors. “Brisbane Central Technical College.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 10 May. 2026. Web. 15 Jun. 2026.

Map References

Department of Enviroment & Heritage Protection, Qld Heritage Register citation No.601728