In the inner suburbs of Brisbane stands a red-brick heritage prison called Boggo Road. You can explore its incredible story right here on the premier online resource for this fascinating place. This website draws on the resources and work of the Boggo Road Gaol Historical Society.
You can discover this rich history in the sections below:
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| BOGGO THROUGH THE DECADES Explains the 116-year evolution and constantly-changing face of the Boggo Road prison reserve. |
| ESCAPES FROM BOGGO ROAD A look at the many attempts made to escape from Boggo Road since its earliest days. |
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| PEOPLE OF BOGGO ROAD Meet some of the people who experienced life in Boggo Road. |
| TROUBLE & STRIFE How Boggo Road earned its reputation as a 'notorious' prison through years of conflict, strikes and riots. |
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| MYTHBUSTING A look at some of those Boggo Road stories that don't quite pass muster. |


