The Lavalla Centre is an integral part of the Jubilee Catholic Parish and has been administered by the Marist Brothers since Marist College Rosalie closed at the end of 2008, after 80 years of providing Marist education for boys. In keeping with the Marist charism, the Centre continues to focus on education, social justice and youth. A number of organisations use the Lavalla Centre facilities for educational purposes, enabling participants to reach their potential.
The Lavalla Centre is centrally located, with excellent public transport access (approximately 15 minute walk from Milton Train Station, and various nearby bus routes).
Due to the compact nature of the site, there is no on-site parking, however, nearby on-street parking is readily available.
Self-catering or outside catering, organised by the organisation hiring the facilities, is available. There are a number of Brisbane businesses that deliver to Paddington.
The historical Hermitage Building houses offices of Blue Roo Theatre Company, Spotty Kites, We Learn Together, Ben Price Properties and Tric Gibson.
Located on the ground floor is the Hall where many groups, up to 100, come for educational purposes.
The former classrooms, Room 4 at the eastern end and Room 8 at the western end are on the second floor and are suitable for groups up to about 30.
The Marian Room, suitable for groups up to 40, is on the ground floor.
Downstairs, Basement 1 is home to Kyokushin Karate and Brisbane Independent Gamers, and Basement 2 provides space for a number of local artists to create their masterpieces.
The Cafeteria on the ground floor is a space to break from activities when it is time for a caffeine hit. It is also used as a creative space for a number of watercolour artists.
The first floor of the Lavalla Building houses the Presentation Room, home to Speak Up Studio drama school.
The buildings are regularly used by Centacare to run courses.
Brisbane Arts Theatre conducts educational programs for students in primary and secondary classes as well as post school young people.
Brisbane City Sounds enjoy singing in the Marian Room every week, while Bardon Strings gather weekly in the Hall to create beautiful music.
Other groups make use of the facilities on an occasional basis.
This image shows the Hermitage Building and its rooms.
Enter through the door indicated on the end of the building for access to all floors.
Walk around the building to the left to access the Hall.
This image shows the Lavalla Building and its rooms.
Access to the Ground Floor and First Floor is through the double glass doors.
Access to the Basement Rooms is through the gate to the right and down the stairs.