


Year Built
1995 CE
Period
Post-Independence Period
Architectural Style
Dravidian Style Rural Temple Architecture with Timber-Framed Mandapa
Built By
Hindu Society of Queensland
Material Used
Granite Block, Reinforced Concrete, Timber Posts, Corrugated Steel Roofing, Terracotta Tile, Stainless Steel Railings, Painted Stucco
Heritage Status
Community Heritage Listing
Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar Koil South Maclean is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and anchors Logan’s peri-urban corridor as Queensland’s first traditional Hindu temple ([1][2]). Daily darshan runs 6:30 AM-12:00 PM and 4:30 PM-8:30 PM, with Vinayagar Chaturthi, Thai Poosam, and Navaratri programs extending to 10:00 PM; volunteers manage parking on the acreage site, dispatch shuttle buggies for elders, and sequence devotees through the granite mandapa using rope-guided lanes to avoid cross-traffic ([1][5]). The annadhanam shed seats 300 on polished concrete floors, with induction woks, commercial chillers, and HACCP checklists posted for volunteers; portable ramps connect kitchen and hall so prasadam carts move safely even during rain ([1][3]). The cultural pavilion hosts dance, music, and language classes, while the meditation pond and vahana sheds sit along the Logan River flood fringe with boardwalks and warning signage ([2]). Accessibility provisions include gravel stabilised pathways, handrails, tactile signage, and a platform lift near the sanctum for wheelchair users, alongside Auslan interpreters rostered for major festivals ([2][5]). Weather stations, flood gauges, and fire equipment are monitored by the temple’s operations team, with the Logan Rural Fire Brigade running annual drills onsite ([3]). Digital signage pushes bilingual Tamil-English instructions, weather alerts, and seva schedules, ensuring the campus remains operationally ready for worship, cultural education, and community resilience gatherings year-round ([1][2]).
Founded in 1981, the Hindu Society of Queensland pooled funds to purchase the South Maclean property and began construction in 1990 with volunteers and visiting artisans ([1][2]). The first kumbhabhishekam took place in April 1995, inaugurating the granite Ganesha sanctum ([1][2]). Subsequent expansions added Murugan, Durga, and Navagraha shrines, a cultural pavilion, and accommodation for priests between 1998 and 2004 ([1]). Flood adaptation works in 2011 raised critical services after the Brisbane floods, while 2016 upgrades added the rajagopuram, accessibility features, and digital infrastructure ([3][6]). The temple played a vital role during the 2019 bushfires and 2022 Queensland floods, distributing meals, bedding, and welfare checks through its volunteer network ([1][5]).
Logan City Council Heritage Services, Queensland Heritage Consultants, Hindu Society Facilities Committee



Construction trenches documented alluvial soils and early farm artefacts; logs are retained in the temple museum ([2][4]). Flood adaptation works in 2011 recorded groundwater levels and soil stability, guiding fill placement and retaining wall design; 2022 upgrades included geotechnical testing to confirm pad performance after flood events ([3]).
2004 works added cultural pavilion and auxiliary shrines; 2011 flood resilience program raised electrical systems and installed detention basins; 2016 refurbishment introduced rajagopuram, accessibility, and digital upgrades; 2022 post-flood repairs refreshed flooring, paint, and solar systems ([3][5]).
Hindu Society of Queensland
The Hindu Society of Queensland acquired the South Maclean farmstead in 1989, terracing the site above flood level and pouring reinforced concrete pads with tied strip footings to support the granite sanctum shipped from Tamil Nadu ([2][4]). Timber posts from Queensland hardwood form the mandapa frame, bolted to steel base plates and strapping braces that ensure cyclone resistance beneath corrugated steel roofing lined with insulation ([4][6]). The 15.2-metre rajagopuram employs a lightweight steel frame clad in fibre-reinforced panels anchored to the concrete plinth, reducing wind mass while preserving Dravidian profiles ([4]). Service trenches extend from the sanctum to the annadhanam block, carrying electrical conduits, plumbing, and drainage with backflow preventers for flood events ([3]).
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Timber posts and beams form the mandapa’s primary structure, cross-braced with steel straps and knee braces to resist lateral loads; the granite sanctum sits on a reinforced concrete core that ties into the plinth, ensuring load transfer into foundations independent of the timber superstructure ([3][4]). The rajagopuram’s steel frame anchors with hold-down bolts and diagonal bracing, while fibre panels keep dead load low against cyclone winds ([4][6]). Roof trusses use metal tie plates and cyclone-rated fasteners, and the annadhanam hall’s portal frames are braced with diagonal rods to manage dynamic loads during large gatherings ([3]). Mechanical systems rely on ceiling fans, ridge vents, and operable louvres; during heatwaves, evaporative coolers provide supplementary airflow ([3][5]). Electrical and audio cables run within galvanised conduits mounted along timber beams, facilitating maintenance without damaging carved panels ([3]).
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Visit early mornings for cool breezes and bird song across the pond, or late afternoons when golden light falls on the rajagopuram and crowds thin after classes ([1][2]).
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Dress modestly; remove shoes before entering sanctum; avoid meat, alcohol, and tobacco onsite; follow flood or bushfire advisories; drones and fireworks require prior approval; keep phones silent near puja areas ([1][2]).
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Post-Independence Period
Queensland
Dravidian Style Rural Temple Architecture with Timber-Framed Mandapa
Protected Heritage
Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar Koil South Maclean is a historic Temple located in Queensland, Australia. This Dravidian Style Rural Temple Architecture with Timber-Framed Mandapa architectural masterpiece was built during the Post-Independence Period period and represents significant cultural and historical heritage of Australia. Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar Koil South Maclean is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and anchors Logan’s peri-urban corridor as Queensland’s first traditional Hindu temple ([1][2]). Daily darshan runs 6:30 AM...
| A$Entry Fee | Entry free; parking donation AUD 2 appreciated; special sevas from AUD 18; hall hire fees available via office ([1]). |
| 🕐Opening Hours | Dawn to Dusk (6 AM - 6 PM) |
| 📅Best Time to Visit | October to March (Winter) |
| ⏱️Duration | 2-3 hours |
| ♿Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible |
| 📸Photography | Allowed (No flash) |
Check opening hours and entry fees for Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar Koil South Maclean. Book tickets online if available to avoid queues. Best visited during early morning or late afternoon.
Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar Koil South Maclean is located in 4919 Mount Lindesay Highway, South Maclean (4280), Queensland, Australia, Queensland. The nearest major city is 4919 Mount Lindesay Highway. Accessible by road, rail, and air. Use GPS coordinates: -27.7994, 153.0309.
Entry fee: Entry free; parking donation AUD 2 appreciated; special sevas from AUD 18; hall hire fees available via office ([1]).. Follow dress code for religious sites. Photography is allowed. Maintain silence and respect the heritage.
Allocate 2-3 hours to fully explore Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar Koil South Maclean. Key areas to visit include the main sanctum, pillared halls, and intricate carvings. Consider hiring a local guide for detailed insights.
Construction of Brisbane Sri Selva Vinayakar Koil South Maclean by Hindu Society of Queensland
Conservation and restoration efforts initiated under Community Heritage Listing
Digital documentation and 3D scanning completed by Inheritage Foundation