Festival
Glitter and be gay at these five fabulous MELT Festival events
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Glitter and be gay at these five fabulous MELT Festival events

The most fabulous time of year approaches as MELT Festival prepares to burst into Brisbane from October 23 to November 10. The glorious celebration of queer art and culture will shower the Brisbane Powerhouse and beyond with a kaleidoscope of art and culture, parties and parades. From drag-filled cabarets to queer history class, we picked five show-stopping events not to miss at this year’s MELT Festival. more

Exhibitions
Art with heart – The Recovered Futures Art Exhibition takes over King George Square
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Art with heart – The Recovered Futures Art Exhibition takes over King George Square

As part of Queensland Mental Health Week, King George Square is transforming into a free art gallery from Friday October 4 to Thursday October 10. The Recovered Futures Art Exhibition will showcase the work of 180 artists with lived mental health experience. The exhibition seeks to spark meaningful conversations about mental health using the power of art to champion the message that recovery is possible. more

Food
Dream drams – Whisky Whisky returns for an afternoon of sips and snacks in Fish Lane
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Dream drams – Whisky Whisky returns for an afternoon of sips and snacks in Fish Lane

With its amber hue and warming nature, it's easy to understand why whisky has been referred to as liquid sunshine. Combine that golden sip with literal sunshine, delectable eats and stellar beats, and you've got yourself a recipe for a good time. Bringing that glorious concoction to Fish Lane on Saturday October 19 is Whisky Whisky, offering a refreshing take on whisky appreciation for the fourth year running. more

Community
Aye aye, captain – MELT Festival’s inaugural River Pride Parade is setting sail on the Brisbane River
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Aye aye, captain – MELT Festival’s inaugural River Pride Parade is setting sail on the Brisbane River

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

Current Events
Witness Brisbane laid bare – Spencer Tunick announces his first Australian exhibition
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Witness Brisbane laid bare – Spencer Tunick announces his first Australian exhibition

On October 27, acclaimed New York artist Spencer Tunick is set to shut down the Story Bridge for a new live art installation ‘RISING TIDE’. In anticipation of this piece, Brisbane Powerhouse has announced it will be hosting Spencer’s first-ever Australian exhibition from September 28 to November 10. Keep reading to find out more about this world-first art event ... more

40 Under 40
Meet Nic Blair, the award-winning Queensland entrepreneur changing the future of health care
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Meet Nic Blair, the award-winning Queensland entrepreneur changing the future of health care

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


Food
Night Feast, Brisbane's creative culinary extravaganza, returns to Brisbane Powerhouse for its spring edition
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Night Feast, Brisbane’s creative culinary extravaganza, returns to Brisbane Powerhouse for its spring edition

Brisbane Powerhouse’s salivation-worthy spectacular Night Feast is returning for another year of culinary extravagance. Brisbane’s leading chefs unite for a month of festive feasting, transforming the riverside enclave into a gastronomic playground. Foodies across the city are invited to embark on an immersive culinary adventure, led by some of the country’s biggest names in food. This veritable feast for the senses will also see the Powerhouse precinct come alive with interactive art installations, DJ sets and more. Keep reading for all of the thrilling details … more

Best of Brisbane
Spring into The City this season to shop, dine and play
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Spring into The City this season to shop, dine and play

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

Current Events
We’ve teamed up with Dendy Powerhouse to ring in spring with three nights of movies
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We’ve teamed up with Dendy Powerhouse to ring in spring with three nights of movies

From Friday October 4 to Sunday October 6, Dendy Powerhouse will be kicking off its inaugural Spring Carnival with a series of four hand-picked flicks. With everything from new releases to nostalgic gems and sing-a-long fun on the program, this three-night event invites you to celebrate the season with films, festival fare and flowing Aperol Spritzes – all sponsored by yours truly. Here’s all you need to know … more

Exhibitions
Prepare to write your heart out at MoB with Trent Dalton
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Prepare to write your heart out at MoB with Trent Dalton

First it was a best-selling book. Then it was a play. Now you can fall in love with Trent Dalton’s Love Stories all over again in its newest iteration as an immersive writing experience at Museum of Brisbane this September. Share your secret crushes, platonic partnerships and love lost or take a look at the remarkable love lives of others in Write your heart out. Read on to learn all the romantic details … more

Current Events
Here's how to snag a $50 dining and entertainment gift card at Paradise Centre these school holidays
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Here’s how to snag a $50 dining and entertainment gift card at Paradise Centre these school holidays

Spring is here and with it comes the first beach days of the season. But if all the sand, sun and salt have you desperately needing some relief, Paradise Centre is hosting a jam-packed program of activities, entertainment and experiences to fill your days. From September 13–29, Paradise Centre is sweetening the deal even further and giving away a $50 Paradise Play Pass to spend on dining and entertainment when you spend $200 or more. Keep reading to find out how to snag … more

Sweet escape – make for the perfect getaway at Southport Sharks
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Sweet escape – make for the perfect getaway at Southport Sharks

Sometimes, like Freddy Mercury before us, we’ve got to break free. If you’re looking to escape for a night away, try fleeing the humdrum of everyday life for an enchanted evening at Southport Sharks. From all-you-can-eat-buffets, free live entertainment, rooftop cocktails and attractive accommodation, it has all the ingredients you need for the perfect getaway. Read on to find out all the sweet details… more

Food
Get into the spirit – Fish Lane is celebrating Negroni Week in style this September
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Get into the spirit – Fish Lane is celebrating Negroni Week in style this September

Get ready, negroni lovers – from September 16–22, the Fish Lane Arts Precinct will once again transform into cocktail central for this year's Negroni Week. This year, fans of the classic concoction will be able to sample a long list of riffs and creative interpretations at Fish Lane's various bars and restaurants, while the laneway itself will also host some sip-centric activations. Want to know more about what's on the cards? Here's the exclusive scoop ... more