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The Best Things to Do On, By and Near the Water in Brisbane
Sydney, Perth and Hobart were all represented in Australia's Diageo World Class Bartender of the Year showdown, but only the Harbour City came out on top.
Sydney and Melbourne aren't the only cities welcoming this five-time Tony-nominee, with the show locking in a Brisbane season from February 2025.
This week, you and your plus one can get indulge your love for literature, then tuck into vodka rigatoni over spritzes by the river.
Get comfy on the couch with Kirsten Dunst as a war photographer in a divided America, Dev Patel directing himself in an action-packed revenge thriller and Kristen Stewart turning heartthrob.
Moonlit winter markets, riverside music fests, an Elvis musical, eating baked whole brie in an igloo: that's on the agenda in and around Brisbane in June.
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NewsSydney Bartender Jake Down From Pleasure Club Has Just Been Crowned Australia's Best for 2024
Sydney, Perth and Hobart were all represented in Australia's Diageo World Class Bartender of the Year showdown, but only the Harbour City came out on top.
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NewsJust Like Its Meatless Meatballs, IKEA Is Now Serving Up Plant-Based Hot Dogs at Its Australian Stores
That $2 hot dog on the way to the car now comes in a meat-free version made with rice protein, carrot, onion and apple.
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NewsJosh and Julie Niland's Saint Peter Is the Only Australian Eatery on 2024's World's Top 50 Restaurants Longlist
The Sydney seafood favourite is no stranger to accolades, and picks up some new global recognition before moving into new digs in July.
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NewsLe Martini Is the World's First-Ever Grey Goose Martini Bar — and It's Pouring Cocktails in Melbourne
Whether you like your martini shaken, stirred, dry or wet, you'll find it on the menu at this 34-seat cocktail spot.
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NewsComing Soon: Comic Book-Themed Bar 1st Edition Is Getting Not One But Two Cocktail-Slinging Sidekick Venues
Meet Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy, which are both joining Brisbane's comic book-themed quarter in California Lane.
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NewsEleven Australian Eateries Have Been Named on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2024
Sydney and Melbourne are officially home to Australia's best steak restaurants — with the Harbour City's Margaret coming in third.
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RestaurantRiva Kitchen & Events
285 MacArthur Avenue, Hamilton
If you're after cruisy breakfasts, brunches and lunches with a view, you'll find them at Northshore Brisbane's airy riverside eatery.
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RestaurantUncle Don Woolloongabba
148 Logan Road, Woolloongabba
This Japanese chain has expanded its donburi empire with a new eatery at Woolloongabba's South City Square.
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RestaurantFatcow on James St
10 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Wagyu tasting boards and booths with floor-to-ceiling curtains await at this relocated and revamped steakhouse, a past Eagle Street Pier favourite.
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BarBrighton Hotel
196 Brighton Terrace, Brighton
Located 20 minutes from Brisbane, this northside pub has undergone a revamp, adding a new beer garden and bistro.
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RestaurantEmme
22 James Street, Fortitude Valley
You'll find this woodfired eatery serving up a Jordanian- and Moroccan-inspired menu in Spoon Deli Cafe's old James Street digs.
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Brighton Hotel
196 Brighton Terrace, Brighton
Located 20 minutes from Brisbane, this northside pub has undergone a revamp, adding a new beer garden and bistro.
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BarThe Rose & Crown
275 Grey Street, South Brisbane
South Bank's new London-inspired pub has taken over Little Big House's old digs on Grey Street.
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BarIzakaya and Ramen Taro's
480 Queen Street, Brisbane City
This beloved Japanese chain's Queen Street eatery is now a ramen joint by day and a food-focused izakaya at night.
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BarAlba Bar & Deli
34 Burnett Lane, Brisbane City
Brooklyn meets Barcelona at this bustling brick-front bar in Brisbane's city centre.
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BarFrog's Hollow Saloon
26 Charlotte Street, Brisbane City
Inside a retrofitted brick warehouse from the 1910s lives a bustling bar promising good times and great cocktails.
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NewsBlessed News: 'Sister Act' Is the Next Smash-Hit Broadway Musical That's Coming to Brisbane
Sydney and Melbourne aren't the only cities welcoming this five-time Tony-nominee, with the show locking in a Brisbane season from February 2025.
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NewsThirteen New Movies You Can Watch Right Now That Have Been Fast-Tracked From Cinemas to Streaming
Get comfy on the couch with Kirsten Dunst as a war photographer in a divided America, Dev Patel directing himself in an action-packed revenge thriller and Kristen Stewart turning heartthrob.
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NewsThe Sole Copy of Wu-Tang Clan's 'Once Upon a Time in Shaolin' Is Heading to Mona for Ten Days in June
Records don't get much rarer than the hip hop collective's seventh album — and you'll also be able to listen to a 30-minute mix from it at the Tasmanian gallery.
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News'Synthony' Is Back for 2024 to Bust Out a Live Orchestra Playing Dance Music Hits Around Australia
Tunes by Swedish House Mafia, Basement Jaxx, Fatboy Slim and Avicii are getting the orchestral treatment.
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NewsNew 'Knives Out' Movie 'Wake Up Dead Man' Will Get Daniel Craig Sleuthing as Benoit Blanc Again in 2025
Where Rian Johnson's next whodunnit will be set and who'll be among the suspects hasn't yet been revealed, but the film will hit Netflix next year.
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NewsThe Latest Trailer for 'The Bear' Season Three Dishes Up a New Serving of Dysfunctional Kitchen Dramas
Carmy and the crew might've opened their dream fine-diner, but they're still surrounded by chaos in the hit show's latest sneak peek at its third season.
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EventFelons' Cinema Sessions
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Felons Brewing Co, Brisbane City
Brisbane's riverside CBD brewery is improving your Tuesdays with free flicks in its Barrel Hall.
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EventTen Thousand Suns: 24th Biennale of Sydney
Saturday, March 9 - Monday, June 10, 2024
Various locations across Sydney
More than 400-plus works are on display, created by 96 artists and collectives, at Sydney's biennial citywide art celebration.
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Event'Jurassic World' by Brickman
Friday, December 8, 2023 - Sunday, July 14, 2024
Queensland Museum, South Brisbane
Lego finds a way — with more than 50 dinosaurs, props and scenes from the movie built out of the popular plastic bricks.
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EventLeonardo da Vinci: 500 Years of Genius
Saturday, March 16 - Sunday, June 16, 2024
THE LUME Melbourne, South Wharf
Hello 'Mona Lisa': Melbourne digital art gallery The Lume's big multi-sensory 2024 exhibition is dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci.
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EventFelons' Yoga
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Felons Brewing Co, Brisbane City
Bend, stretch and drink at Brisbane's CBD riverside brewery every Wednesday after work.
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EventTekno Train by Paul Mac
Friday, May 24 - Saturday, June 15, 2024
Central Station, Haymarket
A lit-up train that's pumping out a techno soundtrack by Paul Mac is riding Sydney's rails during Vivid 2024.
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EventNundah by Night
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Nundah Farmers Market, Nundah
Browse your way through wintry stalls under fairy lights — then stop for slow-cooked meats, wings, tiramisu, craft beers and mulled wine.
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EventIn Conversation with Amy Poehler
Monday, May 27, 2024
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Amy Poehler is coming to Australia to chat about 'Inside Out 2' and her exceptional career at Vivid Sydney.
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EventFirst Night: Blak Day Out
Saturday, June 1, 2024
King Street, Bowen Hills
For Open Season 2024, Blak Social’s annual celebration of First Nations artists is turning into a free street party on King Street.
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EventFesta Italiana
Thursday, May 23, 2024, Friday, May 24, 2024, Saturday, May 25, 2024 and Sunday, May 26, 2024
Howard Smith Wharves Precinct, Brisbane City
Howard Smith Wharves is bringing back its Italian food market over two big weekends, in collaboration with guest chef Orazio D'Elia.
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EventThe Sound Society at Roma Street Parklands
Sunday, February 4, 2024, Sunday, March 3, 2024, Sunday, April 7, 2024 and Sunday, May 5, 2024
Roma Street Parklands, Brisbane
Listen to free live music in stunning natural surroundings once a month.
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EventAdults-Only Mini-Golf Night
Saturday, June 1, 2024
The Jungle Adventure Play, Tingalpa
Tingalpa's 16-hole jungle-themed mini golf course with a cocktail bar throws weekly boozy parties just for adults.
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EventTeneriffe Festival
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Vernon Terrace, Teneriffe
The Cat Empire and Thundamentals will lead the music lineup when this neighbourhood street party returns in June.
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EventDogs Day Out at Gasworks
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Gasworks Precinct, Newstead
Take your canine to pooch-friendly markets this winter — there'll be stalls slinging treats, clothing and bedding to browse.
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Event'Jurassic World' by Brickman: Extended Opening Hours
Friday, January 19, 2024, Saturday, January 20, 2024, Friday, February 2, 2024 and Saturday, February 3, 2024
Queensland Museum, South Brisbane
Can't fit in a daytime visit to see the dinosaur franchise's creatures recreated with six million-plus Lego bricks? Head by after hours.
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EventPortside Wharf Love Me Again Markets
Saturday, March 9, 2024, Saturday, April 13, 2024, Saturday, May 11, 2024 and
Portside Wharf Hamilton, Brisbane
Head to the riverside precinct on the second Saturday of each month to shop for pre-loved fashion from 20-plus stalls.
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EventAll-You-Can-Eat Pizza Mondays
Monday, June 3, 2024
Salt Meats Cheese Gasworks, Newstead
Devour all the slices of pizza you can handle in 90 minutes from $29 — with a drink purchase.
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NewsSix Brands to Shop From If You're Looking to Add Eco-Consciousness to Your Home
These businesses are looking to bring a new level of sustainability to homes all over Australia.
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NewsLego's New 'Mona Lisa' Kit Will Let You Display Leonardo da Vinci's Masterpiece on Your Own Wall
After turning 'The Starry Night' and 'The Great Wave' into plastic bricks, Lego is now giving another iconic painting the same treatment.
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NewsWinter Wardrobe, Sorted: Aldi's Massive Snow Gear Sale Is Back for 2024 with Nothing Over $100
Making a beeline to the middle aisle to rug up has become an Aussie tradition, and this year's sale includes everything from gloves to thermoboots.
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NewsChic Digs Alert: The Australian Interior Design Awards Have Unveiled 2024's Shortlisted Bars, Restaurants and Homes
If you're looking for stunning hospitality, residential, workplace, retail and public settings around Australia, here's where you'll find them.
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NewsKmart Has Teamed Up with Dharug and Darkinjung Artist Kyralee Shields on a New Homewares Range
The latest collection in the department store's First Nations program includes bedding, candles, servingware, candles, wall art and more.
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NewsALDI Is Launching Its First-Ever Streetwear Collection — and Everything Costs Less Than $20
You can literally wear your love for the discount supermarket on your sleeves (and legs, feet and head) thanks to this 23-item range.
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NewsFive Romantic Brisbane Date Ideas for This Week From Budget to Blowout
This week, you and your plus one can get indulge your love for literature, then tuck into vodka rigatoni over spritzes by the river.
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Thirteen New Movies You Can Watch Right Now That Have Been Fast-Tracked From Cinemas to Streaming
Get comfy on the couch with Kirsten Dunst as a war photographer in a divided America, Dev Patel directing himself in an action-packed revenge thriller and Kristen Stewart turning heartthrob.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Brisbane This June
Moonlit winter markets, riverside music fests, an Elvis musical, eating baked whole brie in an igloo: that's on the agenda in and around Brisbane in June.
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The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Week
This week, you can celebrate First Nations artists at a free street party, dive into all things books at Brisbane Writers Festival, then sleuth your way through an Agatha Christie play.
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NewsIt's Tillies Time: Here's When You Can Watch the Matildas Play Their Next Set of Friendlies Against China
Before Australia's national women's football team head to Paris to compete in the 2024 Olympics, the squad has two games on home soil.
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Five Romantic Brisbane Date Ideas for This Week From Budget to Blowout
This week, you and your plus one can get indulge your love for literature, then tuck into vodka rigatoni over spritzes by the river.
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NewsNow Cruising: Travelling to and From Howard Smith Wharves Via CityCat Has Finally Become a Reality
Almost six years after it opened its doors, the CBD precinct beneath the Story Bridge is now serviced by CityCats.
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NewsAll Translink Public Transport Fares Across Queensland Are Being Slashed to 50 Cents for Six Months
Effective Monday, August 5, 2024, you'll only pay 50 cents per journey on Translink services no matter how far you're travelling.
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NewsFour Australian Cities Have Ranked in the Top 30 on the First-Ever Oxford Economics Global Index
Melbourne came in at ninth spot, Sydney is in 16th, Perth ranked 23rd and Brisbane sits in 27th place — out of 1000 cities around the planet.
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NewsComing Soon: QT Is Opening the Chain's First Hotel Outside of Australia and New Zealand in Singapore
From September 2024, you can check in at this 134-room Singapore hotel with a rooftop bar and pool right next to the Lau Pa Sat hawker centre.
Trending Bars and Restaurants
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Restaurant
Riva Kitchen & Events
285 MacArthur Avenue, Hamilton
If you're after cruisy breakfasts, brunches and lunches with a view, you'll find them at Northshore Brisbane's airy riverside eatery.
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Restaurant
Emme
22 James Street, Fortitude Valley
You'll find this woodfired eatery serving up a Jordanian- and Moroccan-inspired menu in Spoon Deli Cafe's old James Street digs.
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Restaurant
Fatcow on James St
10 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Wagyu tasting boards and booths with floor-to-ceiling curtains await at this relocated and revamped steakhouse, a past Eagle Street Pier favourite.
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RestaurantRamen Danbo Pimpama
62-68 Pimpama Jacobs Well Road, Pimpama
Australia's first ramen drive-thru, which is located halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, will get you slurping noodles without leaving your car.
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