Yes.. it is a nice area out there. However - I will add my two cents :-)

1. I think 30-40 may be a little optimistic in peak hour traffic - that highway is an absolute nightmare!! I would allow at least an hour - sometimes more.

2. Public transport at the moment is basically non existent out there. Though, I do believe the train line is being extended out that way, but, not for some time.

3. It is certainly a cheaper area to live - well, you get more for your dollar.

4. Areas close to the Mater Hospital - Wooloongabba itself (some very nice places there), East Brisbane, Coorparoo, Greenslopes, Bulimba, Kangaroo Point, Hawthorne.... to name a few. All those suburbs are on the right side of the city ie, no need to go through or around the city to get there.

5. There is major public bus interchange right at the hospital.. so, getting to work should be easy!!