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40 Under 40 Awards offer a much-needed moment of “hope and inspiration” according to Professor Mark Harvey — 40 Under 40

40 Under 40 Awards offer a much-needed moment of “hope and inspiration” according to Professor Mark Harvey

25 Jul 2024

Vice-President (Engagement) and Chief Marketing Officer at QUT, Professor Mark Harvey, joined his fellow 40 Under 40 Awards judges this week to select Queensland’s best and brightest achievers to be honoured at this year's awards gala. With decades of experience across biomedicine, university development and venture capitalism, Mark brings a wealth of experience to the 40 Under 40 Awards. more

The James St Food + Wine Trail is back for 2024 with its biggest market day ever — Food

The James St Food + Wine Trail is back for 2024 with its biggest market day ever

25 Jul 2024

Mark your calendars, folks – the James St Food & Wine Trail is back again for a weekend of culinary delights on July 27–28. Some of James Street's finest eateries and bars will be hosting an assortment of must-attend in-venue events and drool-worthy menu pairings, while the strip comes once more for the annual Market Day – a block party boasting the highest number of food and bar stalls yet. Read on to see what's on the cards for 2024 ... more

George Michael, street parties and farm trails – here’s what’s on in Brisbane this weekend — Community

George Michael, street parties and farm trails – here’s what’s on in Brisbane this weekend

25 Jul 2024

This weekend, Brisbane is bidding farewell to July with a jam-packed line-up of events from unmissable music tributes to fresh theatre, comedy and foodie festivals. Embrace these final weeks of winter by heading to one of our world-class precincts or maybe even head out south for a taste of the country. Here’s what to do this weekend July 26–28. more

Get a fresh playlist ready – here are the five acts you won’t want to miss at this year’s BIGSOUND festival — Current Events

Get a fresh playlist ready – here are the five acts you won’t want to miss at this year’s BIGSOUND festival

23 Jul 2024

BIGSOUND returns from September 3–6 to Fortitude Valley, transforming the inner-city enclave into an epicentre of Australian music. This year, the festival has snagged a stacked line-up of industry heavyweights and rising talent from Alex the Astronaut and tiffi to Dear Seattle and Sly Withers. We’ve handpicked five artists to add to your playlist before they hit the stages at BIGSOUND. Trust us, these artists are not to be missed, so keep reading for all of the details … more

Check in to Paradise Centre for a front-row seat to the Pacific Airshow — Comedy

Check in to Paradise Centre for a front-row seat to the Pacific Airshow

22 Jul 2024

In case you missed the exciting news, the Pacific Airshow is flying into Surfers Paradise from August 16–18. The best seats in the house are at none other than Paradise Centre, which is celebrating the aviation event with Paradise Air, an airshow extravaganza that promises non-stop thrills, flavoursome fare, fabulous freebies and one of our favourite feathered friends. Ready to board? Leave your passport at home and come along with us to this beachside plane party. more

Laugh it up with the new Caxton Street Comedy Festival — Comedy

Laugh it up with the new Caxton Street Comedy Festival

19 Jul 2024

If you’re a fan of a good drink and a good laugh, do we have good news for you. On October 19, Good Chat Comedy’s inaugural Caxton Street Comedy Festival will be taking over the precinct, with more than 20 stand-up comedy shows across four venues, all in one day. With big-name Aussie comics and local favourites, live podcasts, streetside entertainment and specialty beers, it's sure to be an absolute cracker! Read on for all the glad tidings… more

The round-up: rock the microphone at Brisbane's best karaoke joints — Best of Brisbane

The round-up: rock the microphone at Brisbane’s best karaoke joints

18 Jul 2024

Start warming up the vocal cords and getting your selections ready – it's karaoke time, baby! The Weekend Edition team loves a bit of karaoke, be it in front of a crowd or cosied up inside a booth. If you love belting out a ballad, impress with a rapid-fire rap or putting your pipes to work with a pop anthem, these are the best spots to get your karaoke fix. more

Mark your calendar with our top ten picks for The Curated Plate festival — Festival

Mark your calendar with our top ten picks for The Curated Plate festival

18 Jul 2024

We’re impatiently counting down the days until The Curated Plate kicks off on July 26. The epicurean extravaganza celebrates all things culinary and turns a spotlight on the Sunshine Coast’s exquisite local produce and producers. With The Curated Plate 2024 promising to be the festival’s most ambitious outing yet, it’s an absolute must-not-miss. But with over 90 delicious events packed into ten days, you might be feeling the FOMO or paralysed by some serious choice anxiety. Fear not; we’ve put together our top ten picks from the prolific program to help get you started on planning your perfect plate experience… more

The Locals Next week: A BRISBANE LOCAL

Luke Murphy

If you keep your eyes and ears open the work speaks back to you as you perform. ~ Luke Murphy more

Superordinary is hosting an otherworldly supper club event with Zosia Cooks — Food

Superordinary is hosting an otherworldly supper club event with Zosia Cooks

17 Jul 2024

This winter, Hamilton-based art venue Superordinary is reuniting with conceptual caterer Zosia Cooks for another immersive dining experience. Following the success of the first event in April, the duo has joined forces again with Zosia Cooks x Superordinary Supper Club Vol 2. slated for Friday, August 16. Inspired by the concepts of promenade theatre, this second event will invite diners on a transportive journey of taste, sound and connection. more

40 Under 40 Award judges faced with wealth of home-grown Queensland talent — 40 Under 40

40 Under 40 Award judges faced with wealth of home-grown Queensland talent

17 Jul 2024

Nominations for InQueenland’s 2024 40 Under 40 Awards have closed, and with more than twice as many entrants as last year the judges now face the difficult task of choosing finalists from an overwhelming pool of incredible talent and impressive achievements. Just ask judging panel member Adam Brunes, who said that “judging is a near impossible task as all finalists are exceedingly worthy.” more

Mulled wine, tarot readings and the city’s best creatives – Studio Maverik is hosting an intimate winter makers market — Markets

Mulled wine, tarot readings and the city’s best creatives – Studio Maverik is hosting an intimate winter makers market

16 Jul 2024

Studio Maverik’s Winter Makers Markets comes just in time to warm us up with an evening of community and creatives. Hosted by Milton venue Warehouse 25, the latest market will showcase affordable art and hand-crafted pieces from more than 15 local makers. Explore prints, jewellery, textiles and paintings with a live DJ and painting installation, mulled wine and more. Here’s all that’s in store … more

From Jean Paul Gautier to eco-chic excellence – all of the must-see fashion moments at this year's Brisbane Festival — Brisbane Festival

From Jean Paul Gautier to eco-chic excellence – all of the must-see fashion moments at this year’s Brisbane Festival

16 Jul 2024

Come August 30, the city will once again ring in the start of this year’s Brisbane Festival with an electric line-up of events from music acts and theatre premieres to fashion celebrations. This year, the festival has snagged riotous runway show Fashion Freak Show from the legendary Jean Paul Gautier, alongside an ethereal exhibition from local talent Grace Lillian Lee, collaborative fashion installations and more. Keep reading for all of the chic details. more

Jazz legend Herbie Hancock to bring his rhythm and blues to Brisbane — Music

Jazz legend Herbie Hancock to bring his rhythm and blues to Brisbane

11 Jul 2024

Music icon Herbie Hancock will be making his way to Brisbane this October for a night of his genre-transcending music. Emerging to prominence in the jazz heyday, Herbie has remained an industry trailblazer, with a staggering 14 GRAMMY awards to his name. This latest tour will celebrate the polymath’s seven decades of music, spanning his legacy across jazz, funk, and electro. Keep reading to find out more … more

VAILO leads the way in sports lighting innovation across Australia — 40 Under 40

VAILO leads the way in sports lighting innovation across Australia

09 Jul 2024

Ultra-high-performance LED lighting manufacturer VAILO continues to shine a light towards a brighter future, with research and development breakthroughs and upcoming projects across Australia. more

Put your petal to the metal – Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers tickets are on sale now — Festival

Put your petal to the metal – Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers tickets are on sale now

08 Jul 2024

It’s set to be a blooming good time as the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers returns for another year of fabulous floriferous festivities from September 13 to October 7. Tickets are on sale now for four petal-filled weeks of efflorescent events and activities, local food and drink and a whole flotilla of enchanting flora. Read on to hear some of our highlights ... more

Ocean Alley, Cub Sport, Middle Kids and more to headline Ability Fest – Australia’s most accessible and inclusive music festival — Festival

Ocean Alley, Cub Sport, Middle Kids and more to headline Ability Fest – Australia’s most accessible and inclusive music festival

08 Jul 2024

Ability Fest just unveiled its 2024 program and the inclusive festival has once again scored a jam-packed line-up of local talent. This year, Ability Fest is slated to make its Queensland debut on October 26 at Victoria Park – bringing with it the likes of Ocean Alley, Cub Sport, Middle Kids, King Stingray and more. Designed to bring people of all abilities together, Ability Fest is coming to diversify Brisbane’s festival calendar with an event that’s open to all. more

40 Under 40’s Rural and Regional Award recipient continues to make himself at home at the forefront of Queensland construction — 40 Under 40

40 Under 40’s Rural and Regional Award recipient continues to make himself at home at the forefront of Queensland construction

04 Jul 2024

Queensland has undergone rapid change in recent years – and the prosperity of its rural regions continues to play an important role in keeping the state on the front foot. InQueensland and The Weekend Edition's 40 Under 40 Rural and Regional Award was launched to celebrate the changemakers leading the charge. Jesse Zielke picked up the inaugural award last year for his unparalleled contributions to Bundaberg's construction industry. One year on, Jesse and his team continue to reshape the regional housing market. Keep reading to find out more … more

Fashion and art collide in GOMA’s latest exhibition Iris Van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses — Design

Fashion and art collide in GOMA’s latest exhibition Iris Van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses

03 Jul 2024

From June 29 to October 4, GOMA will be exhibiting a career survey of the formidable fashion designer Iris van Herpen. Direct from Paris’ Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Iris Van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses offers Brisbane audiences a window into this once-in-a-generation artist’s world. With more than 100 garments on show in dialogue with historical artefacts, specimens and contemporary art, this newly opened exhibition blurs the lines between the realms of fashion and art. Keep reading to find out more … more

Sonic Youth's Kim Gordon, Joep Beving and more experimental artists are en route to Brisbane Powerhouse for this year’s Open Frame festival — Festival

Sonic Youth’s Kim Gordon, Joep Beving and more experimental artists are en route to Brisbane Powerhouse for this year’s Open Frame festival

02 Jul 2024

In the years since Open Frame first debuted on the Rooftop Terrace of Brisbane Powerhouse in 2006, the festival has remained at the forefront of experimental music. For its 2024 edition, the festival returns to the riverside hub with its most ambitious line-up yet. Ready to once again push the boundaries of sonic expression, Open Frame is hosting four live events and two film screenings across July 18–21. Keep reading to find out more … more

Opera Queensland’s Straight from the Strait pays tribute to the Torres Strait Islands — Music

Opera Queensland’s Straight from the Strait pays tribute to the Torres Strait Islands

01 Jul 2024

Opera Queensland continues to push boundaries and expand horizons with its new shows and dynamic takes on the rich tradition of opera. Premiering as part of Brisbane Festival, from August 28–31, Straight from the Strait is a groundbreaking new musical that celebrates the resilience and cultural richness of Torres Strait Island communities. more

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