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NewsHere Is What Australia's Weather Has Planned for Christmas Day 2020
Santa's delivering warm but not sweltering conditions on the east coast — and heat in the west and top end.
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NewsThe Most Unusual Swimming Holes to Try Around Brisbane
Don't stick to the rivers and the lakes that you're used to.
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NewsJupiter and Saturn Are About to Appear Closer Together in the Sky Than They Have in 400 Years
It's called a 'great conjunction' — and it's happening this month.
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FeatureGifts that Count
At Concrete Playground, supporting the people and businesses that make our cities such vibrant and exciting places to live is our reason for being.
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NewsThe Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in Australia Tonight
The spectacular starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak in the early hours of Monday, December 14.
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NewsFour Outdoor Barbecue Spots in Brisbane Where You Can Graze and Play All Day
Where you can BYO drinks as well as snags.
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NewsThe Ten Best Walks in and Around Brisbane
Wander along the river, climb a mountain, amble through bushland and trek over a bridge — all just a stone's throw from the CBD — at these walking and running tracks in Brisbane.
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NewsThe Best Things to Do On, By and Near the Water in Brisbane
From visiting overwater bars to hopping in a kayak and picnicking on a boat, there are plenty of ways to enjoy our River City.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Brisbane This January
From smash-hit musicals and waterside festivals to a huge secondhand book fair, here's what's on the agenda in and around Brisbane in January.
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NewsThe 11 Best Day Spas in and Around Brisbane
Treat yourself to a massage with a view, a soak on a rooftop or a bath overlooking Lamington National Park at these southeast Queensland day spas.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Weekend
This weekend, you can add festive films by the river, gingerbread cocktails, searching for tiny doors and twilight markets to your pre-Christmas plans.
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NewsThe Rainy-Day Guide to Brisbane
When the weather turns wet, here's where to find bars with games, cosy cafes, indoor classes to try and nice dry galleries to shelter in.
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NewsSix Other Things to Do on Christmas Day in Brisbane
Contrary to popular belief, the city keeps on turning on Christmas Day — if you're not otherwise engaged, go see some Aussie wildlife, inhale tacos and margaritas, or picnic in a park.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Week
This week, you can sort out your Christmas gifts under fairy lights, play a live music trivia quiz with well-known names and explore the best in Asia-Pacific art.
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NewsThe Four Parks in Brisbane Where You Can BYO Drinks
Grab an esky, pack a picnic basket and go soak up the sun in these BYO-friendly Brisbane parks.
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NewsThe Eight Best Outdoor Swimming Pools in Brisbane
Brisbane might not be a beach city, but there's always an oasis nearby beckoning you to leave work early for a splash.
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NewsQueensland's Indoor Dance Floors Will Be Allowed to Reopen From December 14
If making shapes was on your Christmas wishlist, you can cross it off.
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NewsThis Nifty Map Will Help You Find All the Best and Brightest Christmas Lights in Your Area
Just enter your postcode or suburb, and it'll tell you where to see luminous festive displays near you and around town.
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NewsFive Key Ingredients for Throwing the Ultimate House Party This Summer
Liven up your house party with as little effort as possible.
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NewsThe 11 Best Books of 2020 to Read This Summer
Use your time off to get deep into the winner of this year's 2020 Miles Franklin Award or a gripping memoir on the dark reality of Silicon Valley.
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NewsSeven Things You Can Do This Summer that Aren't Just Quick Dips and Backyard Sessions
Do what moves you this summer, whether that's checking out an underwater art museum, chair-dancing at a live gig or whipping up rum cocktails in a park.
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NewsBrisbane Is Set to Score a 64-Hectare Inner-City Public Park with a Huge Lake and a Tree House Lookout
The final plan for Victoria Park's revamp has been revealed — and it also features a high-ropes course, waterholes and mountain-bike trails.
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NewsSix Unique Experiences to Gift to Someone Who Doesn't Need More Stuff
From alpaca picnics and sailing adventures to thrillseeking rides.
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NewsCali Beach Club Is the Gold Coast's Soon-to-Open Cabana-Filled Oceanside Precinct on a Rooftop
It'll boast two restaurants, four bars, multiple pools, a sandy volleyball court and an outdoor cinema.
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NewsNine Chic Homeware Gifts to Get Your Housemate that You'll Get Enjoy Too
Because we all know that whatever's theirs is yours as well.
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Summer Guide: Brisbane 2020–21
Slap on your sunscreen and get out there — clear blues, secluded bush spots and ice-cold beers await.
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NewsFour Entertaining Ways To Get Your Mates To Open Their Wallets For Charity
Turn your next hang-out into a chance to do good for men's health.
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EventBrisbane Gin Festival
Fri, 4 Apr - Sun, 6 Apr 2025
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
This boozy festival is bringing 50 craft gin distillers from around the country to Brisbane Showgrounds for three days of masterclasses and tastings.
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EventNew Year's Eve in Brisbane
Tue, 31 Dec, 2024
Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane
They don’t call it Bris-vegas for nothing.
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EventGin-gle Bar at Riverbar & Kitchen
Sat, 30 Nov - Tue, 24 Dec 2024
Riverbar & Kitchen, Brisbane
In 2024, Christmas in Brisbane means gin and limoncello soft serve, gingerbread cocktails and gin-cured salmon bruschetta, all by the river.
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EventLes Misérables: The Arena Spectacular
Wed, 28 May - Sun, 1 Jun 2025
Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Boondall
You'll hear the people sing when this arena spectacular version of Victor Hugo's famous 1862 novel hits Brisbane.
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EventRhys Darby: The Legend Returns
Wed, 30 Apr, 2025
Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba
The New Zealand comedian is bringing his first stand-up show in almost a decade to Brisbane.
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EventLifeline Bookfest — Summer
Sat, 18 Jan - Mon, 27 Jan 2025
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane
It's time to stock up on soap opera-themed cookbooks and other treasures you didn't know you needed — again.
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EventFestive High Tea
Fri, 1 Nov - Sun, 29 Dec 2024
Living Room Bar, Brisbane City
'Tis the season to build your own gingerbread house over festive-themed cocktails at Brisbane's W Hotel's Christmas high tea.
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Event$2 Summer Dips
Sun, 1 Dec 2024 - Fri, 28 Feb 2025
Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane
You can enjoy a swim in Brisbane City Council's 22 public pools for just $2 all summer long.
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EventBrisbane Comedy Festival
Wed, 23 Apr - Sun, 25 May 2025
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
Get ready to laugh: Rhys Darby, Ross Noble and Boozy Shakespeare are on the lineup when Brisbane's annual comedy festival returns for 2025.
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EventChristmas in Brisbane
Fri, 22 Nov 2024 - Fri, 31 Jan 2025
Various locations across Brisbane, Brisbane
From a festive maze to a free light and sound experience, here's how Brisbane's CBD and South Bank is celebrating Christmas in 2024.
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NewsAudible Is Offering a Heap of Free Audiobooks to Help Keep You Entertained On Your Summer Road Trips
They all tie into seven summer itineraries, which'll take you travelling between small businesses across the country.
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NewsVictoria Has Hit Zero Active COVID-19 Cases for the First Time Since February
It has now been 25 days since a COVID-19 case or death was reported, too.
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NewsYou Can Now Hire a Water Bike to Pedal Your Way Along the Brisbane River
The stable vessels float on the water, and feature a mounted seat and pedals on top — and they're now available to rent in Brisbane.
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NewsQueensland Will Further Ease Gathering, Venue and Event Limits From November 17
You'll be able to have 50 people over to your home — and cinemas, seated gigs and stadiums can increase their capacity to 100 percent.
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NewsUndersea Putt & Play Is Redcliffe's New Underwater-Themed 18-Hole Mini Golf Course
Putt your way past sharks, whales and pirates, then hit up the games arcade, cafe or bar.
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NewsFive Epic Multi-Day Hikes to Conquer Near Brisbane
Pack a tent, water and lots of snacks and walk your way through the most beautiful parts of Queensland.
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NewsAn Adventure-Packed Date Itinerary If You And Your Partner Aren't Big On Romantic Dinners
Take your romance to new heights and make your next date non-basic.
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NewsAustralia Might Soon Be Home to the Southern Hemisphere's Biggest Indoor-Outdoor Water Park
It's slated to open in Melbourne by 2024.
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NewsWe're Giving Away a $1000 Voucher So You Can Spend the Rest of 2020 Having Epic Adventures
Turn this year around with a roster of thrillseeking activities — on us.
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NewsFive Ways to Avoid the Afternoon Slump When You're Working at Home
Keep your workday energy up, even after 3pm.
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GuideFive Places to Get a Wet Shave in Brisbane for When You're Prepping for Movember
Fix up, look sharp, and get your month of mo growing off to a smooth start.
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NewsFive Ways to Bring the Best of Your Local Pub Home to Celebrate the Grand Finals
Bring all your mates together with themed snacks, music and games.
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NewsA 'John Wick' Roller Coaster Is a Real Thing That You'll Be Able to Ride From Next Year
It'll hopefully have you exclaiming a Keanu-style "whoa!" several times.
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NewsBrisbanites Will Be Able to Gather in Groups of 40 At Home From This Weekend
The larger gathering cap was originally due to come into effect on November 1, but it has been brought forward "thanks to the strong health response of Queenslanders".
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NewsThe Aussie Backyard Bird Count Is Your New Excuse to Stare at Nature in Your Street or Local Park
Head outside, see how many winged creatures you can spot and help BirdLife Australia better understand the country's local birdlife.
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NewsQantas Is Now Selling Retro Athleisure Wear to Help You Pretend You're On Holidays
If wearing an airline logo will make you feel like you've jetted far, far away, this limited-edition collection is for you.
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NewsFive After-Work Activities to Add a Little More Joy Into Your Working Week
Beat the workday blues with sunset picnics, pub trivia and brew-fuelled yoga sessions.
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NewsWestfields Across Australia and NZ Are Offering Adorable Photo Shoots with Santa for Your Pets
Dogs, cats and even rabbits can get into the festive spirit.
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NewsFive Little Wins You Can Build Into Your Work Day Lunch
You’ve got 60 precious minutes — so make the most of it.
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NewsBig W Has Launched an Affordable New Range of Halloween-Themed Petwear for Hair-Raising Hounds
So Leo can go trick-or-treating as a spider, pumpkin or dinosaur.
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NewsYou Can Now Take Your Pooch for an Indulgent Sleepover at QT's Australian and New Zealand Hotels
The chain has gone pet-friendly — and you can treat your pooch to something from the in-room dogs' dinner menu, too.
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NewsQueensland Is Increasing Capacity Limits for Outdoor Venues, Events and Stadiums
Twice as many folks will be allowed into beer gardens and outdoor dining areas, and to attend outdoor events, while outside stadiums will be able to fill to 75-percent capacity.
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NewsBig W Has Launched an Affordable New Range of Cosy Beds and Playhouses for Dogs and Cats
Because your pupper deserves its own soft faux suede bed — and your kitty could use a three-level space to scratch and sleep.
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NewsMelbourne Zoo Is Live-Streaming Its Adorable Small-Clawed Otters 24/7
Spend your day watching four otter pups sleep and play fight as part of the venue's 'Animals at Home' portal.
