That is a shame. Why not share a maxi taxi to Racecourse Road, Ascot (shops and restaurants) and get him to take you up to Bartley's Hill Lookout, Massey Street, Ascot for great views of the river. There are lots of beautiful Queenslander houses in Ascot and Hamilton. My daughters went to Ascot State School (Public).
Can recommend FarmRak Signature (That Thai) at 133 Racecourse Road, Ascot for great dine in or take away food.
Would be a good idea for a local shopping centre to run a free shuttle bus like in Honolulu. I doubt there will be a ferry service because it would take too long into the city