The weekend is set to relieve us from this week of rain with a welcomed spot of sunlight. Put away your umbrella and clear your calendar – it’s time to unwind and recharge with a weekend of live music experiences, festivals and tasting events. Here are the top things to do this weekend October 10–13. more
From child business prodigies to industry-changing technology, these 40 Under 40 Awards finalists are reshaping the future of Queensland across a diverse range of industries and locales. more
Brisbane Powerhouse’s annual queer arts and culture festival MELT will be going out with a bang this year. On November 9, the festival is set to shiver your timbers with the grand debut of its River Pride Parade across the waters of the Brisbane River. Proudly led by the bonafide queen of Brisbane, Courtney Act, the river parade welcomes boats of all shapes and sizes to set sail through the heart of The City, with watching parties setting up along the banks as well. Keep reading to find out more … more
Queensland’s Midnight Health has marked one of the most exciting developments in healthcare over the last few years. Founded by Nic Blair, the Brisbane-born company is rewriting the future of healthcare by providing Australians with a personalised and connected approach to their health. Nic was celebrated last month at the 40 Under 40 Gala Awards, recognising his incomparable entrepreneurial spirit. more
Whether it's the future of healthcare or the possibilities of scientific research, these 40 Under 40 Awards finalists are making shockwaves across their respective industries. more
The weather is on the turn and all around us buds and blossoms are beginning to bloom. Spring has well and truly started and what better place to spend the season than in The City, the hustling bustling heart of Brisbane? Filled with exciting openings and fun-filled activities, The City is your one-stop destination packed with the best places to shop, dine, stay and play. Whether you’re a long-time local and or traveller to our fair city, there’s always more to explore. Read on to find out more. more
The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is set to spring back into bloom in September for its 75th outing. For four efflorescent weeks, from September 13 to October 7, the Toowoomba region will come alive with a flotilla of exciting events and activities celebrating the fabulous local flora, food and festive spirit. To help you harvest a heaping helping of good times, we’ve put together some of our top picks from this bewitching botanical bonanza. more
Brisbane Festival returns to once again push the envelope with a slew of genre-bending exhibitions, performances and experiences. For another year, the festival will let Brisbane’s kaleidoscopic personality take centre stage and celebrate our diverse cultural scene. From immersive theatre to floating burlesque and prolific dance performances, this year’s festival has curated a world-class program of events that's set to challenge, excite and ignite. Keep reading to find out our picks of this year’s most weird and wonderful events … more
August is Pawaugust at The Prince Consort, which is dedicating the month to celebrating man’s best friend with a range of pooch-friendly events and opportunities to raise money for Animal Welfare League Queensland and Happy Tails Animal Rescue. From sinking a pint with your favourite four-legged friend to snuggling with some adorable (and adoptable) puppies to the sound of stand-up comedy, Pawaugust has something to wag the tail of every dog-lover. more
Immerse yourself in a scenic slice of Brisbane’s history with Newstead House, Brisbane’s oldest European residential property. The Heritage-listed living house museum is re-open to the public following an impressive $6.65 million renovation. Now, done up to the heights of its late-1800s glory, this iconic landmark is once more a glamorous education station full of facts about the evolution of Brisbane from penal colony to bustling metropolis. more
Brisbanites come in all shapes and sizes (though if you prick us we all bleed maroon, right?). This August you can celebrate the incredible diversity of cultures, heritages and histories that make up this fair city and state with Queensland Multicultural Month. The party begins on Saturday August 3 with the LUMINOUS Festival, which will be lighting up South Bank with food and performances from around the world, culminating in the iconic LUMINOUS Lantern Parade. Read on to learn more… more
The arts scene on the Gold Coast has seen unprecedented growth in the last few years, and one could argue that our annual arts festival BLEACH* has had a lot to do with it. Coming into its 13th year, BLEACH* has reached peak teenager status, and is more determined than ever to make its mark on a national and global scale. With over 400 artists, 30 shows, 110 performances, 18 Queensland premieres and eight world premieres, you'll want to block out your calendar from August 1–11, because you’re not going to want to miss a minute of the fun. more
Multicultural Australia is inviting you to celebrate World Refugee Day with ‘Our Journey’ at the La Boite Theatre on Wednesday June 19. A coming together of the community, ‘Our Journey’ is a celebration of the spirit and courage of refugees. This year’s event will feature multicultural performances and a screening of Fremont, an award-winning film about the journey of an Afghan translator in the United States. more
If you’re craving some country air and flair this winter, a weekend amidst the rolling green fields of the Scenic Rim might be just what you need. On June 15–16, the heart of the region will erupt in celebration of the annual Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular, as equine enthusiasts flock to Boonah and celebrate the beautiful breed with a host of events. We’ve rounded up the best of what’s on offer across the two days – plus all of the delights of Boonah you won’t want to miss. more
Calling all equine enthusiasts! The Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular is back on June 15–16 to celebrate the beautiful breed of Clydesdale horses with gallops of festivities. Grab the Akubra and head to the country for two days of horse performances, larger-than-life sculptures, cracking competitions and plenty of country flair. Here’s all you need to know … more
May marks the start of Domestic and Family Violence Prevention month in Queensland – a time designed to help raise awareness for this increasingly pertinent public health issue. We’ve teamed up with Challenge DV to outline three key warning signs to help you recognise abuse – and help put an end to domestic and family violence. By broadening our understanding of domestic abuse and violence, we’re equipped with the knowledge and tools to help the over 3.6 million Australians most affected. more
Brisbane’s annual-riverside street party Teneriffe Festival returns for its 13th year on Saturday June 8 with another day of delectable bites and brews from some of Brisbane’s finest. The one-day fiesta is also returning with a stellar music program, headlined by some absolute legends of the Australian scene. more
Get your tote bag out – a new makers market is making its way to Brisbane. Launched by the creative collective BrisStyle, this new event lets you shop handcrafted goods from the artisans themselves amidst the newly renovated Distillery Road Market space. Starting April 13, The Makers Market will be curating a series of stalls for you to explore on the second Saturday of every month. more
The Prince Consort is commemorating the Anzacs this year with an afternoon amidst the pub’s sprawling garden bar in partnership with the not-for-profit Soldier On. Over a leisurely afternoon, you and your mates are invited to toast to the Anzacs with a game of Two Up, AFL on the big screen and a menu of Aussie food favourites. Keep reading to find out more … more
Who knows what bounty spring will bring? Well, if you head into Toowoomba it’s near guaranteed to bring a cornucopia of enchanting flora, enlivening family fun and an enriching run of local food and drink. That’s right – the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is returning this September for another year of fabulous floriferous festivities. Celebrating 75 years, the festival has packed more than 77 efflorescent events into four petal-filled weeks from September 13 to October 7. Read on to uncover this year’s program … more
