Take a shot at the Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards
30 Jan 2014Those with the skills to snap images that captivate and wow can now submit their work for ruling in the Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards. more
The Family Farming Weekend List
30 Jan 2014We might live in a country where our government is skeptical of the ever-changing conditions of our climate and environment, but luckily there’s people the world over championing the green message. more
Help turn The Bus Knight into a short film
30 Jan 2014With shooting scheduled for February 2014, Brisbane-based filmmakers will transform viral-sensation The Bus Knight into a short film – pending a little help from you and yours truly. more
Nadia Sunde launches album at Brisbane Jazz Club
30 Jan 2014Friday January 31 will see seasoned performer, and sometimes children’s entertainer, Nadia Sunde launch her most recent album Stoking the Fire to Brisbane audiences. Bringing her talent, experience and energy to the stage, Nadia Sunde’s Supper Club will begin at 7:30 pm at Brisbane Jazz Club. The internationally awarded singer-songwriter, cabaret performer, comedian and radio personality will perform songs from her new album, which features guitar whiz Michael Fix, Andrew Shaw on double bass, Doug Gallacher on drums, Ross Comerford jangling the keys and Miranda Licence on backing vocals. Tickets can be purchased from Brisbane Jazz Club’s website. more
Toward the Sea drifts into REDSEA Gallery, Fortitude Valley
30 Jan 2014Joseph Rolella’s collection of reflective artworks has arrived at REDSEA Gallery and will be presented in the artist’s Toward the Sea exhibition, which is set to open on Tuesday February 4. Aficionados browsing the James Street gallery might be duped into detecting the scent of saltwater and grains of sand beneath their toes as they inspect the established artist’s vivid coastal-inspired works. The exhibition will run until Sunday March 2 at the Fortitude Valley venue, which is open seven days a week. Image Credit: Joseph Rolella / Tiana II (cropped) / Collection: REDSEA Gallery more
Tubular Bells For Two recreates Mike Oldfield’s hit record
30 Jan 2014We’re no maths geniuses, but we’re fairly certain the combination of two talented Sydney musicians, more than 20 instruments and one hit record from the 1970s equals something rather magnificent. Multi-instrumentalists Daniel Holdsworth and Aidan Roberts have arranged the entire score of Mike Oldfield’s smash album Tubular Bells – yes, the album that launched Richard Branson’s Virgin music empire – and are bringing the majestic sounds to the Brisbane Powerhouse. Three shows will be performed over Friday January 31 and Saturday February 1, treating locals to the multi-award-winning hit show of the Edinburgh Fringe 2012. Witness this two-man orchestra in all its splendour in Tubular Bells For Two. Image by Jamie Williams. more
The Australia Day Long Weekend List
23 Jan 2014Make this Sunday a day for celebrating the best things about Australia in summer – get outdoors, drink a local brew, take a dive in the big blue, all the while lapping up a good dose of camaraderie with your nearest and dearest. more
Love Love Studio moves to new Milton digs
23 Jan 2014Shifting from its former Teneriffe home, Love Love Studio has packed up and taken its conjoined store The Small Room Skateboard Shop along with it. more
Australia Day events abound in Brisbane
23 Jan 2014You won’t need to don an Akubra nor listen to John Williamson’s greatest hits to fully embrace the festivities of Australia Day on Sunday January 26. more
The Mistaeks celebrates EP release at The Zoo
23 Jan 2014Just nine days after the release of their new EP Interrobang, four local indie musicians are set to serenade The Zoo this Saturday January 25. more
Dark Matter seeps into The Hold Artspace
23 Jan 2014A collaboration between local emerging artists Ali Bezer and Mitchell Donaldson, Dark Matter will disperse its shadowy tones throughout The Hold Artspace from Friday January 24 until Saturday February 8. more
Nominations open for Volunteer of the Year Award
23 Jan 2014Heritage Bank is encouraging you to get in and nominate the most benevolent Queensland-dwelling folk you know for its Volunteer of the Year Award. Now in its second year, the Heritage Bank Volunteer of the Year Award provides an opportunity for those who generously give up their time for the greater, or smaller, good to be shown some appreciation by those who notice. Approximately 1.2 million Queenslanders volunteer their time and efforts to enrich the social, cultural and economic lives of fellow Queensland residents each year. Without their tireless assistance, many groups and services valued by the community may not exist. You can nominate a volunteer, or vote for someone you think deserves to win via the Heritage Bank website or Facebook page. Nominations close on Friday January 31, and voting will run until Friday February 7. Winners will then be announced on Tuesday February… more
Tyrone Noonan kicks off homecoming tour at The Zoo
23 Jan 2014Returning to Australia – having been based across London and New York for the past five years – Tyrone Noonan is set to entertain at The Zoo on Friday January 24. His performance at the Fortitude Valley venue will be the first stop of a nationwide tour and will coincide with the release of his new album, I’m A Believer. The former george frontman will be giving audiences a foretaste of his new mini-album, including its lead single ‘Forever Girl’, which features alongside the album’s collection of post-modern, indie electro pop tracks. The ARIA award-winner will be backed by Pludo, and supported by Night Time Fiona and Mallory Vanetti. more
The Little Mermaid splish-splashes into Brisbane
22 Jan 2014Adapting the enchanting tale of Hans Christian Andersen and combining it with the magic of Walt Disney’s classic animated film, the Ballet Theatre of Queensland brings its new production to Brisbane audiences. In The Little Mermaid, Ariel and her sisters float about in an imaginative underwater palace – with choreography as envisioned by artistic director Timothy Brown. Some of the state’s best young dancers will help to tell the story of a young mermaid who hopes to discover a world above the sea, and strikes a deal with a powerful sea witch who changes her life. Performances will run from Wednesday January 22 until Saturday January 25. more
Last Day in Paradise exhibition closes The Box
16 Jan 2014From January 19–25, The Box will present its final exhibition, Last Day in Paradise. more
The Take A Break Weekend List
16 Jan 2014We’ve been pushing ourselves the last two weeks to hold on strong to those resolutions, and while we’re feeling good about the little achievements, the perfectionists in us have left our energy levels a little deflated. Here’s a few ways to take a little break this weekend and catch up on rest after the initial start-of-year excitement. more
Festival of Tibet widens the mind at Brisbane Powerhouse
16 Jan 2014Celebrate Tibetan culture and the resilience of its people at Brisbane’s sixth annual Festival of Tibet at Brisbane Powerhouse. more
Word nerds get ready for Lifeline Bookfest
16 Jan 2014Pick up a classic tome, expand your recipe book collection or invest in a bundle of travel memoirs for a decadent bout of couch-based wanderlust – the biannual book rummage that is Lifeline Bookfest returns to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre this Saturday. more
New Apple Store opens in Brisbane City
16 Jan 2014Brisbane is set to gain a third Apple Store, when the tech giant opens its doors in the historic MacArthur Chambers this Friday January 17. Opening at 10:00 am, the Apple Store is giving away a commemorative t-shirt to the first 1,000 customers – no purchase necessary. Following openings at Westfield Chermside and Carindale, this third store for Brisbane is also the brand’s first to be set in a heritage building in Australia. At the store, window shoppers will be able to test drive Apple products, ask questions and access hands-on technical support, and attend free workshops to teach you the basics. One on One training and The Genius Bar will be available in-store, which you can make a reservation for online. Apple Store MacArthur Chambers 201 Edward Street, Brisbane City Ph: 07 3182 9000 Open: Monday to Thursday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am to… more
Little Odessa rocks Black Bear Lodge residency
16 Jan 2014They’ve played at high-profile openings, aboard boats and as a cover band at burlesque nights. Now the four-piece that is Little Odessa will be bringing its tunes to Black Bear Lodge for a three-show residency in January. more