This list contains some of the more popular haunted sites in Queensland, this list has been compiled from several resources on the internet, in newspapers, and from television documentaries. These sites have not been confirmed by Paranormal Research Australia.
- Brisbane – Alexandra Hills State High School – A tall boy, seen with a very tight necktie, occasionally appears late in the afternoon. He is seen, but when obstructed by a moving crowd, etc. he disappears. Rumoured to have appeared in bathroom mirrors. Matches the picture on a memory plate of a boy that died while attending Alex Hills.
- Brisbane – Bogu Road Jail – At around midnight, every night, an old prison guard, who was brutally murdered by two inmates, can be seen walking around the perimeter of the fence, just outside the main cell block. If you listen, you can also hear the group of keys that he carried, rattling against his leg as he walks.
- Brisbane – Boogo Road Goal – Famous for the ‘Black Hole'(an underground series of cells used for solitary confinement), it is home to many tormented souls. Brisbane Ghost Tours hold frequent events, including haunted sleepovers, horror movie nights, etc.
- Brisbane – Brisbane Town Hall – Many people who have worked in the town hall admitted to experiencing a strange phenomenon. It is believed that at least three ghosts reside here. The first ghost is of a woman dressed in period-style clothing, and the second is a man who was crushed by an elevator. The third ghost is of a sailor who was brutally stabbed to death by a mate. Witnesses have claimed to see all of these ghosts at different times.
- Brisbane – Learning Institute of TAFE – Cleaners trying to open the door to an unoccupied room couldn’t budge it. After calling in others and finally opening the door, they found a filing cabinet pushed up against the door. Note that this room is on the 3rd floor, with no other way to enter or exit it except for the door. The building is rumoured to have once been a convent.
- Brisbane – Lutwyche Cemetery – When you drive through here at night and get to the dead end, your car starts to drive backwards and you can’t hit your brakes. The car then stops at a certain spot and you can’t start your car for a while.
- Brisbane – Newstead House – There have been reported sightings of a young lady in the girl’s bedroom, and of a manservant and his wife in the kitchen. There have also been sightings of a man under the north veranda. Cold spots and feelings of being watched.
- Brisbane – Toowong Cemetery – Toowong Cemetery is one of the biggest and most beautiful in Brisbane. Unfortunately, due to its location near a main road, it is a rather loud and restless environment. There are many rumours regarding hauntings and occurrences in the cemetery, however most are just that – rumours. There is a definite vibe to the place. There is very strong energy there, and sometimes strong feelings of sadness can be picked up on. The only commonplace rumour of any violent or physical manifestations in the cemetery, involves one of the crypts right near the main entrance. People have claimed to hear objects being thrown around and voices yelling. Otherwise, it is simply a beautiful cemetery, that has unfortunately become victim of vandalism and ridiculous stories. It is just a resting place with strong energies and emotions tied to it. It is believed that the gravestone just before e your car starts to move up the hill, is owned by a child that has been hit by a car and died.
- Brisbane – Whepstead Manor – There are many ghosts at this site. It was once commissioned as a hospital. During night and day, it is told that you can hear the voices of singing and laughing. There have been many photos taken at this site, which has unexplained phenomena in them. Children can be heard, as well as their footsteps, running as they play. Staff reports of hair pulling, which is reportedly something that the “Matron” used to do to keep people in line.
- Innisfail – Innisfail Cemetery – Within this cemetery are many old Italian mausoleums. Also, the unmistakable sounds of very loud breathing can sometimes be heard.
- Harrisville – Royal Hotel Harrisville – The structure was built in the 1800’s. Half of the building was burnt down in a tragic fire, allegedly killing several people. The hotel was rebuilt back to its original condition in the early 1900’s. But to this day, the hotel is home to many sightings and events of a scary kind. Many customers swear they have seen a person in one certain spot in the building, when there was never anyone there. The witnesses description of what they saw was always the same. Also, many objects fall by themselves. People see a lady in an old-style black dress in the backrooms, near the kitchen area. Many publicans have been concerned that someone was trespassing into the private area of the hotel, only to find there is no one there! There is one photo that remains of the old hotel, with five people sitting outside in front of the establishment. The witness’s description of the lady in the black dress matches perfectly with one of the ladies in the photo. Along with this, there are also voices heard calling out people’s names, convincing even the toughest of critics.
- Mossman – Mossman Gorge – A female aboriginal spirit is seen in the water. The water is very cold. A number of males have drowned here.
- Strathpine – Bray Park State High School – At nighttime, when wandering through the school grounds, you can hear the strange moans of a teenage girl from the torment her fellow students gave her. Her spirit has a mullet for a haircut, and is said to look like a victim of a fire. Her skin was believed to be exceedingly abnormal. She committed suicide by hanging herself from the roof of the assembly hall. There have been electrical surges in the hall, due to the spirit’s raging anger.
- Wacol – Wolston Park – Evps and red orbs, ask to bang wall in old cold room and wall gets banged. This is on top floor too, so no one can hit it from outside and its soundproof. Weird tapping (almost like a cricket bat tapping concrete easiest way to describe it.) sound between buildings which moves around the cement area, came right to my feet during evp session. and much more.
