The Brisbane New Year's 2014-15 Party Guide

Rima Sabina Aouf
December 15, 2014
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    Nu Year's Eve Party: 3015

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Southside Tea Room, Brisbane

    Last year, everyone’s favourite musicians turned bar proprietors looked back to 2003 for their end of year celebration. Never doing the same thing twice, this year they’re advancing onwards and then some. For New Year’s Eve, the Southside Tea Room is going forward – not back – to the future. Great Scott!

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    South Bank Fireworks

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    South Bank Parklands, Brisbane

    No, this isn’t just the easy option — although it might be the cheapest. Brisbane’s annual display at South Bank is up there with the best, but if braving the crowds rushing for the 8.30pm and midnight pyrotechnics isn’t your thing, why not make a day of it by packing a tasty picnic and staking our your ideal spot along the river?

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    The Big Chill

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Boundary Street Markets Complex, West End

    If something relaxed suits your partying style, then Brisbane’s newest festival has the event for you. The gang from The Motor Room takes over the entire Boundary Street Markets Complex for 12 hours of revelry, spanning from the early afternoon to the early hours of the new year.

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    New Year's Eve Roaring Twenties Party

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Canvas Club, Woolloongabba

    Nestled away in Woollongabba’s cool Logan Road strip of intimate establishments, Canvas is a great place to go any night of the week, and New Year’s Eve is certain to prove no different. Suiting their year-round vibe of vintage allure, there’s a fitting theme in place for the ultimate night of merriment: the Roaring Twenties.

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    Studio 54 New Year's Eve

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Cloudland, Fortitude Valley

    Another New Year’s Eve party, another era to celebrate; this time, it’s the sexy 1970s. Think disco and divas, because that’s exactly what’s on offer at Cloudland, as well as flares, platforms, hot pants and go-go boots. The Fortitude Valley venue channels the essence of the only New York nightclub that mattered at the time.

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    '90s Back to Life Dance Party

    Friday, January 31, 2014

    Hamilton Hotel, Hamilton

    There’s just something about celebrating the end of the year by stepping back in time: next stop, the 1990s. You lived through it, so you know what you’re in for: everything from neon and leggings to flannelette shirts and Doc Martens to cargo pants and backwards caps. You’re also in for the biggest club hits and dance anthems of the decade.

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    Aria's New Year's Eve Dinner

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Aria Brisbane, Brisbane

    If New Year’s Eve isn’t an excuse to get all dolled up and treat yourself to a fancy meal at an expensive restaurant, well, nothing is. Whether you’ve been to celebrity chef Matt Moran’s Brisbane establishment before, or if this will be your first time, the three-course set price menu will get your mouth watering.

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    London Calling

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    The Fox Hotel, South Brisbane

    As much as we might want to be, we can’t all be on the other side of the world when 2015 commences — but we can certainly pretend we are. The folks at The Fox are throwing the best British celebration outside of Britain, with themed spaces including the Tanqueray Centre Stage, The Pimms Palace and the Kate Moss Rooftop Bar.

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    New Year's Geek

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

    Who says cosplay is just for conventions? Not Brisbane Powerhouse and Supanova, that’s for sure. For everyone who has wanted to break out their favourite pop culture costume on the biggest night of the year, the city’s coolest riverside venue and the country’s number one fan event combine to throw a different kind of New Year’s Eve party.

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    Woodford Folk Festival 2014/15

    Saturday, December 27, 2014 - Thursday, January 1, 2015

    Woodfordia, Woodford

    Set up camp, let your hair get knotty, and roam makeshift tarpaulin towns.

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    New Years Eve at Black Bear Lodge

    Wednesday, December 31, 2014

    Black Bear Lodge, Fortitude Valley

    If your New Year’s resolutions are to be a) more honest with yourself and b) save money, then December 31 might be the perfect time to put them in action. It takes an honest person to accept that on New Year’s Eve (after a few drinks) money is bound to be burnt. Black Bear Lodge has the perfect solution to keep your bank account intact.

  • News

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  • News

    Hop to It: 16 Classic and Eclectic Films You Can Stream This Easter Long Weekend

    Some feature bunnies. Some include eggs or chocolate. Some have provocative takes on religion.

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    Gold Coast Film Festival

    Wednesday, April 17 - Sunday, April 28, 2024

    Various Gold Coast venues, Gold Coast

    From flicks about travel to short films under the stars, movie lovers have plenty to choose from at the Gold Coast's annual celebration of cinema.

  • News

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    Catch road-trip flicks, spider-filled horror, a documentary about the Scenic Rim's famous sunflower farm and a musical featuring Take That's songs.

  • Guide

    News You Can Use: Nine Things That Happened in Brisbane This Week

    Here's what's been catching our attention, including Splendour's heartbreaking cancellation, sunflowers in the Scenic Rim and a new riverfront cafe at Northshore Hamilton.

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    Coming Soon: Riva Kitchen & Events Is Northshore Hamilton's New All-Day Riverside Dining Spot

    Opening in mid-April, this leafy new spot by the water hails from the team behind The Garden Room in Roma Street Parklands.

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    The First Trailer for 'Kinds of Kindness' Brings Emma Stone and Yorgos Lanthimos Back Together

    'The Favourite' and 'Poor Things' just scored company on the duo's shared resume, all thanks to a star-studded new triptych.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Long Weekend

    Spend your weekend hunting down Easter treats, including hot cross bun martinis — or heading to Byron to hit up Bluesfest.

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    Betty's Burgers Is Offering a Flavoursome Panko Chicken Yuzu Burger for One Month Only

    , Brisbane

    Grab this limited-time chicken burger for a citrusy, spicy addition to your Easter feasting.

  • Guide

    The Best Food and Drink Festivals to Look Forward to Around Brisbane in 2024

    Add cheese, seafood, bacon, cake, gin, whisky, berry, beer, Japanese and Greek festivals to your culinary plans for this year.

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    Scenic Rim Eat Local Month

    Saturday, June 1 - Sunday, June 30, 2024

    Various locations throughout the Scenic Rim region,

    This annual month-long festival showcases the best food and drink that the Scenic Rim region has to offer.

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    Matsuri Japanese Festival

    Saturday, September 7, 2024

    Whites Hill State College, Camp Hill

    Celebrate all things Japanese from sushi and sake to katsu and matcha lattes at this free cultural festival.

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    Stanthorpe Berry Festival

    Saturday, November 16, 2024

    Weeroona Park, Stanthorpe

    Stanthorpe is spending an entire day celebrating berries, with strawberry ice cream, berry food stalls and berry-themed dress ups.

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    Kingaroy BaconFest

    Friday, August 16 - Sunday, August 18, 2024

    Various venues in Kingaroy, Kingaroy

    Eat bacon ice cream — and plenty of other bacon dishes — at this three-day pork celebration.

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    The Caxton Hotel Seafood Festival

    Sunday, May 5, 2024

    The Caxton Hotel, Brisbane City

    Everyone's favourite Paddington street party returns with beers, cocktails, live music and oh-so-much seafood.

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    Beer Fest on the Grass

    Saturday, August 10, 2024

    Eatons Hill Hotel, Albany Creek

    Hone your palate for the amber liquid, with more than 300 beers and ciders available to taste.

  • News

    Wine Lovers, Mark Your Calendars: Pinot Palooza Has Locked in Its Vino-Slinging Dates for 2024

    If you can't go past a light- to medium-bodied red wine — and 50-plus vino labels pouring it — then this is the boozy festival for you.

  • News

    Splendour in the Grass 2024 Has Been Cancelled Just Weeks After Announcing Its Kylie-Led Lineup

    Kylie Minogue, Future and Arcade Fire were set to headline — but in heartbreaking news for the Australian music industry, the festival won't be going ahead this year.

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    GABS Craft Beer Fest

    Friday, June 14 - Saturday, June 15, 2024

    Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane

    The Great Australasian Beer Spectapular returns to Brisbane with 120 brews, panels, games and a silent disco.

  • News

    Six Things to do in Sydney This Autumn If You Want to Stay Out of Hibernation

    Enjoy ancient relics, bombastic showtunes and fitness for a good cause across Sydney this autumn.

  • News

    A Spectacular New Two-Day, 19-Kilometre Clifftop Walk Has Opened in the Blue Mountains

    It's been five years since the popular Grand Cliff Top Walk was earmarked for a $10-million upgrade — and you can now mosey along the end result.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This April

    Pairing brews and comedy, picnicking among sunflowers, 'The Princess Bride' with a live score: that's all on the agenda in Brisbane in April.

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    Five Romantic Easter-Themed Brisbane Date Ideas for This Week From Budget to Blowout

    This week, you and your plus one can choose between an Easter disco on top of the river, Easter cocktails and seafood feasts.

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    Easter Sunday River Disco

    Sunday, March 31, 2024

    Mr Percival's, Brisbane City

    Spend your Easter Sunday picking up drinks from this overwater joint's outdoor spritz bar, then hitting the dance floor.

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    Easter Extravaganza on the Main Lawn

    Saturday, March 30 - Sunday, March 31, 2024

    Howard Smith Wharves Precinct, Brisbane City

    This two-day waterside party includes live tunes, river views, plenty to eat and drink, and games on the grass.

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    Paniyiri Greek Festival

    Saturday, May 18 - Sunday, May 19, 2024

    Musgrave Park, West End

    Get ready for loukoumades, souvlaki and haloumi in Musgrave Park at one of Brisbane's favourite cultural and culinary events.

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    Kalbar Sunflower Festival 2024

    Friday, April 19 - Sunday, April 21, 2024

    Kalbar Sunflower Farm, Kalbar

    The Scenic Rim's annual sunflower festival is blooming again, featuring over a million golden stems over 24 acres.

  • News

    Production on 'Euphoria' Season Three Has Been Delayed (But You Might Still Be Watching It in 2025)

    For now, Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Hunter Schafer and the rest of the show's stars can keep adding to their resumes beyond the hit HBO series.

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    Open Season

    Monday, May 20 - Saturday, July 27, 2024

    Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane

    This jam-packed lineup of tunes is back for 2024 — and this year, it's taking its gigs beyond The Tivoli and The Princess Theatre.

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    It's Loukoumades Time: Paniyiri 2024 Will Get You Feasting Your Way Through Food From 11 Greek Regions

    Brisbane's huge annual celebration of Greek food, booze and culture will return to Musgrave Park in May, with tickets on sale now.

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    This Gorgeous Scenic Rim Festival Is Returning for 2024 to Surround You with One Million-Plus Sunflowers

    The golden-hued event, which raises money for cancer care, is also bringing back its maze, art classes amid the blooms and helicopter rides over the fields.

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    Twelve New Movies You Can Watch Right Now That Have Been Fast-Tracked From Cinemas to Streaming

    Get comfy on the couch with a haunting Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal romance, Sofia Coppola's take on Priscilla Presley and stunning Oscar-winner 'Anatomy of a Fall'.

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    Open Season's 2024 Run Will Take Its Jam-Packed Lineup of Tunes Beyond The Tivoli and The Princess Theatre

    Explosions in the Sky, Sky Ferreira, Regurgitator, a celebration of Elefant Traks with Hermitude and The Herd, the return of Blak Day Out: that's all on the bill.

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    Turning Kristen Stewart Into a Heartthrob in a Blood-Splattered Romantic Thriller: Rose Glass Chats 'Love Lies Bleeding'

    After making an exceptional debut with 'Saint Maud', the British filmmaker wrote her vengeance-fuelled 80s-set sophomore feature with KStew in mind.

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    The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Week

    This week in Brisbane, you can catch 'Bob Marley: One Love' and 'Dune: Part Two' at Northshore's outdoor cinema, sip hot cross bun martinis and tuck into lobster croissants.

  • News

    Colin Farrell Wants to Rule Gotham City in the First Trailer for 'The Batman' Spinoff Series 'The Penguin'

    If the 'Batman' villain was in 'The Sopranos' or 'The Godfather', HBO's new series might be the end result.

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    Hopelessly Devoted: A Celebration of Olivia Newton-John

    Saturday, April 6, 2024

    QPAC Concert Hall, South Brisbane

    Belt out your favourite Olivia Newton-John tunes at this orchestral tribute concert hosted by Courtney Act.

  • Guide

    Seven Bars in Brisbane to Go for Cocktails with Friends When You're Feeling Extra

    Make the most of that golden stretch of the evening to enjoy a leisurely drink with your mates at these locales.

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    Alba Bar & Deli

    34 Burnett Lane, Brisbane City

    Brooklyn meets Barcelona at this bustling brick-front bar in Brisbane's city centre.

  • Guide

    Must-Stream TV: All the Best Shows You Should Be Watching From 2024 So Far

    Don't spend hours scrolling through streaming platforms — here's 2024 standout shows that you need to see.

  • News

    Sushi Room and The Calile Hotel's Croissants Have Also Scored Nigella Lawson's Tick of Approval 

    If you're after a Japanese meal or French pastries in Brisbane, this is where the British celebrity chef recommends that you head.

  • News

    Make a Couch Date with Aaron Falk: 'Force of Nature: The Dry 2' Has Been Fast-Tracked to Digital 

    This Eric Bana-starring page-to-screen mystery is still playing in Australian cinemas, but now you can also watch it at home.

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    Pandemonium Rocks

    Saturday, April 27 - Sunday, April 28, 2024

    Various Southeast Queensland locations,

    This eclectic new music festival is hitting Queensland with Placebo, Blondie and Alice Cooper headlining.

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    Wicked

    Thursday, September 12 - Sunday, October 6, 2024

    QPAC Lyric Theatre, South Brisbane

    Get ready to defy gravity: this 'Wizard of Oz'-inspired blockbuster musical is sweeping into Brisbane.

  • News

    'Six the Musical' Has Locked in Dates for the Hit Show's Return 2024–25 Tour of Australia's East Coast

    This empowering pop-scored remix of royal history will return to Melbourne and Sydney this year, then hit Brisbane to start 2025.

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    The Juice Is Loose Again in the First Trailer for 36-Years-Later Sequel 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice'

    Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara are back for the sequel to 1988's 'Beetlejuice', with Jenna Ortega and Willem Dafoe joining the cast.

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    Ali Wong's First-Ever Stand-Up Tour Down Under Has Added Extra Shows Due to Demand

    The 'Beef' star played to full houses in the US, and in Paris and London — and Down Under audiences are just as keen to see her.

  • News

    'House of the Dragon' Season Two Has Unveiled Duelling Trailers Ahead of the 'Game of Thrones' Prequel's June Return

    What's better than one sneak peek at the Targaryen-focused series' long-anticipated return? Two.

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    Brisbane Writers Festival

    Thursday, May 30 - Sunday, June 2, 2024

    Various locations across Brisbane, Brisbane

    This book-worshipping festival's 2024 lineup will get you loving literature with Trent Dalton and Michael Connelly.

  • News

    The 2024 Brisbane Writers Festival Lineup Will Get You Loving Literature with Trent Dalton and Michael Connelly

    More than 150 live talks and panels will get word nerds flocking to the State Library of Queensland and beyond, including sessions with 60-plus Brisbane authors.

  • News

    Stay Deadly, Hartley High: The Trailer for Season Two of Netflix's 'Heartbreak High' Revival Is Here

    New term, new round of chaos — including more grudges, picking a new school captain and new arrivals.

  • News

    Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt's Stuntman Action-Comedy 'The Fall Guy' Just Dropped Its Latest Trailer

    Sydney features prominently in the new sneak peek at Gosling's first post-'Barbie' role, which hails from real-life stuntman-turned-filmmaker David Leitch.

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    'Hamilton' Is Only Playing Sydney on Its Return to Australia in 2024 So Don't Throw Away Your Shot

    The Broadway smash will retrace American history in the Harbour City again from July, then leave the country.

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    The 'Alien' Franchise Is Back and Filled with Facehuggers in the Bloody First Trailer for 'Romulus' 

    Fresh from 'Priscilla', Cailee Spaeny stars in this Ridley Scott-produced instalment, which is directed by 'Don't Breathe' filmmaker Fede Álvarez.

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    Immaculate

    Thursday, March 21 - Wednesday, April 10, 2024

    Various cinemas in Brisbane

    Sydney Sweeney turns in a stunning scream-queen performance worth worshipping in this excellent convent-set horror film.

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    Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

    Thursday, March 21 - Wednesday, April 10, 2024

    Various cinemas in Brisbane

    A return to New York helps boost this sequel to 2021's 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife', but it's still worlds away from the franchise's 80s flicks.

  • News

    Netflix's Massive New Page-to-Screen Series '3 Body Problem' Is Your Next Must-See Sci-Fi Mindbender

    The showrunners that made 'Game of Thrones' such a hit have now taken on Liu Cixin's 'Remembrance of Earth's Past' trilogy.

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    Wicked Little Letters

    Thursday, March 21 - Wednesday, April 10, 2024

    Various cinemas in Brisbane

    This entertaining Olivia Colman- and Jessie Buckley-starring dramedy is based on a true tale about profanity-filled mail scandalising an English town in the 1920s.

  • News

    Here's Your First Look at Jacob Elordi's New Australian Miniseries 'The Narrow Road to the Deep North'

    The five-part Prime Video series also stars Odessa Young, Olivia DeJonge, Simon Baker, Thomas Weatherall and Ciarán Hinds.

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    Monster Fest Weekender: Slasher Edition

    Friday, May 3 - Sunday, May 5, 2024

    Event Cinemas Brisbane City, Brisbane City

    Of course this three-day festival at Event Cinemas Brisbane City includes 'Nightmare on Elm Street' and 'Friday the 13th' flicks — and a 'Sleepaway Camp' marathon.

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    Queensland's Australian-First Commitment to Ongoing Pill Testing Will Start Rolling Out Over the Easter Long Weekend

    Rabbits Eat Lettuce will host the Sunshine State's first event-based pill-testing service, with a fixed-site service also on its way at two locations.

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    Felons' Yoga

    Wednesday, March 27, 2024

    Felons Brewing Co, Brisbane City

    Bend, stretch and drink at Brisbane's CBD riverside brewery every Wednesday after work.

  • News

    Eight Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Brisbane

    You're never too old for this Easter hunt, especially when there's cocktails in chocolate bunnies and hot cross cruffins to track down and devour.

  • News

    The Trailer for 'The Acolyte' Teases a 'Star Wars' Murder-Mystery Where Someone Is Killing Jedi

    The moody first look at Disney+'s sixth live-action 'Star Wars' series leans into the dark side, as a Jedi Master faces a mysterious warrior.

  • News

    Furiosa Is on a Quest for Vengeance in the Latest Trailer for George Miller's 'Mad Max: Fury Road' Prequel

    Shaving her head, taking on the world, driving for her life: it all happens in this new sneak peek at the fifth 'Mad Max' movie.

  • News

    Glossy, Gorgeous and Engaging 60s-Set Dramedy 'Palm Royale' Makes Gleaming Use of Kristen Wiig

    Apple TV+'s latest page-to-screen series also welcomely gives off 'Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar' vibes.

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    Frog'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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    Choctails at Fosh

    Monday, March 25 - Monday, April 1, 2024

    Fosh Bar & Restaurant, Hamilton

    Hot cross bun martinis and creme egg cocktails await at this riverside seafood restaurant this Easter.

  • Fosh Bar & Restaurant

    39 Hercules Street, Hamilton

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    Tiramisu-Filled Easter Eggs at Massimo

    Thursday, March 28 - Monday, April 1, 2024

    Massimo Restaurant & Bar, Brisbane City

    A trip to this Amalfi-inspired Italian restaurant by the river over Easter means tucking into a decadent treat.

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    Indigo Isuta Soirée: A High Tea Affair

    Thursday, March 28 - Sunday, April 14, 2024

    Bar 1603, Brisbane City

    Easter gets a Japanese spin at this high tea, which includes yuzu custard bunny teacups, plus a cherry- and chilli chocolate-infused umeshu cocktail.

  • Bar 1603

    27 Turbot Street, Brisbane City

  • News

    The New Season of 'Doctor Who' Starring 'Sex Education' Favourite Ncuti Gatwa Will Start Streaming in May

    Disney+ is releasing the first two episodes of the Fifteenth Doctor's run simultaneously worldwide, including Down Under.

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    Great Friday and Easter Weekend at One Fish Two Fish

    Friday, March 29 - Sunday, March 31, 2024

    One Fish Two Fish, Kangaroo Point

    One Fish Two Fish is celebrating Easter with seafood platters, lobster croissants, and hot cross bun bread and butter puddings.

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    Hiromi Tango: Hanabira (Gentle Petal)

    Saturday, March 2 - Sunday, August 11, 2024

    Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane

    The Japanese Australian artist wants you to help fill Museum of Brisbane's Adelaide Street Pavilion with flowers.

  • News

    Hiromi Tango Wants You to Help Fill Museum of Brisbane's Adelaide Street Pavilion with Flowers

    The interactive public installation is part of the Japanese Australian artist's five-month-long residency at the CBD gallery.

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    Portside Wharf Easter Market

    Saturday, March 23, 2024

    Portside Wharf Hamilton, Brisbane

    Hit up this riverside market with 35-plus stalls to browse for Easter treats, nab a free ice cream and see adorable bunnies.

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    Redcliffe Markets Easter Weekend Pop-Up Markets

    Sunday, March 31, 2024 

    Redcliffe Markets, Redcliffe

    Shop — and eat — your way around the Redcliffe jetty this Easter, with markets popping up on both Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

  • News

    Emmy-Winning 'Beef' Star Ali Wong Is Bringing Her Latest Stand-Up Tour Down Under This Winter

    The comedian, 'Always Be My Maybe' writer and actor, and 'Dear Girls' author is hitting Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Auckland.

  • News

    The Gabba Is No Longer Being Torn Down and Rebuilt for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games

    Brisbane isn't getting a new stadium at Victoria Park, either — instead, Suncorp Stadium and the Queensland Sports and Athletics Centre will receive upgrades.

  • News

    Brisbane's New Statue Celebrating the Matildas' Women's World Cup Efforts Will Be Unveiled by the End of 2024

    The permanent ode will be made out of bronze, measure six-metres wide and sit outside Suncorp Stadium.

  • News

    Six Beautifully Chaotic Multiplayer Games to Play with Your Mates on a Rainy Saturday Afternoon

    Load up any of these multiplayer titles for guaranteed good times with your squad.

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    Vici's Bottomless Pasta Nights

    Tuesday, March 19 - Thursday, March 21, 2024

    Vici Italian South Bank, South Brisbane

    For $25 plus a drink purchase, you can spend three nights a week feasting on two hours of non-stop bolognese, pomodoro and carbonara.

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    Social Science

    Friday, March 22, 2024

    Queensland Museum, South Brisbane

    Queensland Museum is throwing an after-hours party for World Science Festival Brisbane, complete with baby turtles, Lego dinosaurs, fashion, DJ-spun tunes and drinks.

  • News

    Nigella Lawson Has Showered Agnes in Praise After Dining at the Acclaimed Fortitude Valley Restaurant 

    The famed British chef just brought her latest speaking tour to Brisbane, and found time to hit up one of the city's best restaurants while she was here.

  • News

    Bringing Arrakis Back to Cinemas After Winning an Oscar: Australian Cinematographer Greig Fraser Talks 'Dune: Part Two'

    "You become an expert in the dunes," explains the Aussie talent, who started his career two decades ago in homegrown shorts, and was also Academy Award-nominated for 'Lion'.

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    Souled Out

    Saturday, March 23, 2024

    Doug Jennings Park, Main Beach

    This new wave R&B festival is hitting the Gold Coast with Summer Walker, PartyNextDoor and Tinashe.

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    Pups and Pints

    Saturday, April 6, 2024

    Slipstream Brewing Company, Yeerongpilly

    Yeerongpilly's Slipstream Brewing Company is going to the dogs for one afternoon, complete with pooches to pat and barkuterie boards.

  • News

    Four Pillars Has Brought Back Its Sticky Carpet Gin That Pays Boozy Tribute to the Front Bars in Pubs

    Originally inspired by St Kilda's Hotel Esplanade, this tipple is back with a new version — this time featuring Little Creatures Pale Ale in its base.

  • News

    It Looks Like 'The Bear' Has Been Renewed for Season Four Before Season Three Is Even Served Up

    The two seasons will film back to back — and keep you exclaiming "yes chef!" and "cousin!" into 2025.

  • News

    Taro's Queen Street Eatery Is Now a Ramen Joint by Day and a Food-Focused Izakaya at Night

    Pair sake and umeshu with special dishes that change daily, such as kingfish sashimi, grouper karaage, tuna katsu skewers and duck ramen.

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    RISING Melbourne

    Saturday, June 1 - Sunday, June 16, 2024

    Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne

    This year's citywide festival includes free First Peoples' art and a Yasiin Bey-led blockwide fest within the fest.

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    Vivid Sydney

    Friday, May 24 - Saturday, June 15, 2024

    Various locations across Sydney

    From Air, Budjerah and Yasiin Bey to 40-kilometre-long laser beams, Vivid Sydney's 2024 program is packed.

  • News

    'Black Mirror' Season Seven Will Arrive in 2025 with Six Episodes — Including a Sequel to 'USS Callister'

    Season four's 'Star Trek' riff is set to score a follow-up when Charlie Brooker's dystopian anthology series returns.

  • News

    Gonna Be Hilarious 5eva: 'Girls5eva' Has Moved to Netflix for Season Three and It's Another Comedic Hit

    This Tina Fey-executive produced music-industry sitcom follows a girl group making a comeback after 20 years — and now it's making a comeback itself.

  • News

    Netflix Is Re-Releasing Wes Anderson's Oscar-Winning 'The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar' in an Anthology Film

    This is how the symmetry-loving director's four Roald Dahl-based shorts should've arrived to begin with — but better late than never.

  • News

    HBO Might Be Bringing Its Max Streaming Service to Australia by 2025

    'The White Lotus', 'The Last of Us' and 'Euphoria' are all due to return next year — and Australian audiences might have a new streamer to watch them on.

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    Espresso Martini Weekend

    Thursday, March 14 - Sunday, March 17, 2024

    Fiume Bar, Brisbane City

    Say cheers to wattle toffee and salted caramel espresso martinis on a riverside rooftop at Howard Smith Wharves.

  • News

    'Apples Never Fall' Brings Another Twisty Liane Moriarty-Penned Mystery to the Small Screen with an Ace Cast

    After 'Big Little Lies' and 'Nine Perfect Strangers' comes this Annette Bening-, Sam Neill- and Alison Brie-starring whodunnit, which was shot in Australia.

  • News

    Fred again.. Is Continuing His Spontaneous Tour of Australia with a Last-Minute DJ Set at Sydney's The Domain

    Fred again.. has one last surprise for us — a last-minute night of DJ sets at The Domain with JOY (ANONYMOUS), Dameeeela and Sam Alfred.

  • News

    From the 'Mona Lisa' to 'Codex Atlanticus': A Look Inside The Lume's Multi-Sensory Leonardo da Vinci Exhibition

    The only 360-degree exact replica of the world's most-famous enigmatic portrait, da Vinci's notebook pages, 40 of his machine inventions brought to life: they're all on display.

  • News

    Lune Has Brought Back Its Hot Cross Cruffins and Triple-Choc Pains au Chocolat to Make Easter Extra Tasty

    Add Lune's March specials to your Easter treat list — it's also whipping up a lamington-croissant hybrid just for the month.

  • News

    The Latest Homewares in IKEA's 80th-Anniversary Range Will Fill Your House with Flower Power

    Autumn might have arrived Down Under, but the Swedish retailer is slinging bright colours, bold designs and retro florals in the latest drop in its 80th-birthday collection.

  • News

    The 2024 Splendour in the Grass Lineup Has Dropped with Kylie Minogue, Future and Arcade Fire Headlining

    You'll also be catching G Flip, Turnstile, The Presets doing a DJ set, Yeat, Hayden James, Girl in Red, Baby Gravy and more in North Byron Parklands this July.

  • Event

    Beermuda

    Saturday, March 23, 2024

    Ballistic Beer Co, Salisbury

    This four-stop brewery crawl will take you hopping and sipping your way through the southside's busy beer scene.

  • News

    A Sequel to 'The Super Mario Bros Movie' Will Take You Back to the Mushroom Kingdom in 2026

    After the first film made $1.3 billion at the global box office, saying "let's go" to a second animated movie based on the beloved Nintendo characters was always going to happen.

  • News

    Coming Soon: South Bank Is Getting a 12-Hole Indoor Mini-Golf Course and Golf Simulator with a Bar

    Hey Caddy and X-Golf are opening on Grey Street in April, complete with a games area, in-house kitchen and screens showing sports.

  • News

    Ten Things You Didn't Know You Can Get Delivered Right To Your Door

    You'll find a lot more than neighbourhood takeaway on this delivery app.

  • Feature

    Dining After Dark: A Local Foodie Takes Us on Tour of Hong Kong's Best Late-Night Eats

    Undertake a night-time epicurean escapade with recommendations from a Hong Kong local food writer.

  • News

    Ze Pickle Is Shutting Its Camp Hill Burger Joint to Focus on Its OG Burleigh Heads Eatery

    After its Fortitude Valley outpost closed in February, the burger chain's eatery in Brisbane's east will say farewell on Sunday, March 17.

  • News

    A Bon Vivant's Guide to the Noosa Eat & Drink Festival 2024

    Savour the Sunshine State with the return of the anticipated foodie festival.

  • News

    Michelle Visage Is Taking Over Hosting 'Drag Race Down Under' From RuPaul for Season Four

    "It has been my great honour to bring 'Drag Race' to Australasia," said RuPaul. "I can’t wait to see the franchise flourish under the leadership of the incredible Michelle Visage.”

  • News

    Brisbane Comedy Festival Is Slinging $24 Tickets to a Heap of 2024's Shows for 24 Hours

    Score discounted seats to see Josh Thomas, Lizzy Hoo, Nat's What I Reckon, Nina Oyama, Arj Barker, Ed Byrne, David O'Doherty, Rhys Nicholson and more.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Melbourne Is About to Become Home to the World's First-Ever Grey Goose Martini Bar

    Seating just 33 people, Le Martini is all about one type of cocktail — but in plenty of variations.

  • Event

    Love Lies Bleeding

    Thursday, March 14 - Wednesday, April 10, 2024

    Select cinemas in Brisbane, Various locations

    Kristen Stewart plunges into a wild 80s-set tale of love, lust, blood and violence in the latest standout from 'Saint Maud' filmmaker Rose Glass.

  • News

    RISING's 2024 Program Includes Free First Peoples' Art and a Yasiin Bey-Led Blockwide Fest Within the Fest

    The full lineup spans 105 events featuring 480-plus artists, all to start off winter in Melbourne with a feast of art, music and performances.

  • Event

    Noosa Eat & Drink Festival

    Thursday, May 30 - Sunday, June 2, 2024

    Various Noosa venues, Noosa Heads

    The annual epicurean extravaganza will feature long lunches, beachfront parties and an all-star lineup of culinary talent.

  • News

    Nine 2024 Oscar-Winning Films That You Can and Should Watch Immediately

    'Oppenheimer', an astonishing Ukraine-set documentary, a Wes Anderson short, Emma Stone's most-spectacular performance yet: they each won 2024 Oscars, and you can check them all out now.

  • News

    'Oppenheimer', 'Poor Things', 'The Boy and the Heron', 'Godzilla Minus One': They All Won 2024 Oscars

    'Barbie', 'The Zone of Interest', 'Anatomy of a Fall', 'The Holdovers' and '20 Days in Mariupol' also collected shiny trophies at this year's Oscars.

  • News

    From Air, Budjerah and Yasiin Bey to 40-Kilometre-Long Laser Beams: Vivid Sydney's Packed 2024 Program Is Here

    Celebrating its 14th year, the festival's 23-night lineup will fill the Harbour City with music, lights and openair art, food events and conversation.

  • News

    Say Cheers to Hollywood's Night of Nights: Concrete Playground's Oscars 2024 Drinking Game

    Whether you're hoping that 'Oppenheimer', 'Barbie', 'Poor Things', 'Past Lives' or something else picks up Academy Awards, here's how to sip along.

  • News

    'The Wizard of Oz'-Inspired Blockbuster Musical 'Wicked' Will Defy Gravity in Brisbane in 2024

    Following the Land of Oz's witches, the Broadway smash is headed to QPAC's Lyric Theatre from September.

  • News

    'Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey' Has Been Named the Worst Film of 2023 by the Razzie Awards

    The Golden Raspberry Awards found Winnie-the-Pooh's first foray into horror a major bother, with the film winning all five categories that it was nominated in.

  • News

    Predicting the Oscars: Who Should, Could and Will Win at the 2024 Academy Awards

    Will 'Oppenheimer' sweep the Oscars? What else will win? What should but won't? Here are our predictions.

  • News

    Here's Where You Can Watch 31 of 2024's Oscar-Nominated Movies in Australia Right Now

    From 'Barbenheimer' and twists on 'Frankenstein' to animated 'Spider-Man' antics and devastating documentaries, here's where to watch 2024's Oscar contenders.

  • Event

    Ten 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.

  • News

    The Turbot Street Underpass Is Now Home to Brisbane CBD's First Free Basketball, Pickleball and Handball Court

    You can also play soccer and cricket at the new addition to the Heritage Lanes precincts, with bookings available for one-hour slots.

  • Event

    Sydney Writers' Festival

    Monday, May 20 - Sunday, May 26, 2024

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    Nearly 300 speakers are on the 2024 program, which features 223 free and ticketed events — and is streaming some sessions nationwide.

  • Event

    Stones Corner Festival

    Sunday, May 5, 2024

    Stones Corner, Stones Corner

    The Potbelleez, Screamfeeder, 19 breweries pouring beers: they'll all be at this huge street party on the May long weekend.

  • Stones Corner

    Logan Road, Stones Corner

  • News

    The Potbelleez, Screamfeeder, 19 Breweries Pouring Beers: They'll All Be at Stones Corner Festival 2024

    This is the ninth year that this huge street party has taken over Brisbane's inner south — and there'll be markets and bites to eat, too.

  • Feature

    Good Value Weekends

    Whether you're coastal camping, checking in to a new locale or heading into the bush over the long weekend, here's your guide to getting the most out of every single moment.

  • News

    'Lessons in Chemistry' Author Bonnie Garmus Is Headlining 2024's Huge Sydney Writers' Festival Lineup

    The literary love-in's full program spans 223 events with nearly 300 speakers, including 35 international guests.

  • News

    Walton Goggins Swaggers Through a Post-Apocalyptic Future in the Full 'Fallout' TV Series Trailer

    Welcome to the wasteland — the hit video-game series is making the leap to television, and it's sticking closely to the source material.

  • News

    It's Time to Get Emotional: Pixar's Full Trailer for 'Inside Out 2' Is Here with Ayo Edebiri as Envy

    Alongside Joy, Anger, Sadness, Fear and Disgust, the now-teenage Riley is dealing with Anxiety, Envy, Ennui and Embarrassment.

  • Event

    Portside Wharf Love Me Again Markets

    Saturday, April 13, 2024, Saturday, May 11, 2024 and Saturday, June 8, 2024 

    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.

  • News

    'Poor Things' Has Been Fast-Tracked to Disney+ So You Can Stream the Emma Stone-Led Film Ahead of the Oscars

    Check out why this riff on Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' picked up 11 Academy Award nominations from your couch.

  • News

    'Love Stories' Is the Next Trent Dalton Book That's Coming to Life on the Stage at Brisbane Festival

    Before 'Boy Swallows Universe' was turned into a Netflix series, it was adapted as a play first in Dalton's home town of Brisbane.

  • News

    You Might Soon Be Able to Take Your Dog or Cat Onboard with You While Flying Domestically with Virgin

    If the carrier gets regulatory approval, it'll become the first Australian airline to allow pets in the cabin.

  • Event

    Harajuku Gyoza's Omurice Pop-Up

    Tuesday, March 5 - Sunday, March 24, 2024

    Harajuku Gyoza Albert Lane, Brisbane City

    Miki Terasaki from Omu Sydney is popping up in Albert Lane to serve up Japanese omelette rice.

  • News

    Messina's Easter 2024 Treat Is a One-Kilogram Egg Filled with Milo Gelato, Oreo Cookie Chunks and Hazelnut Caramel

    This Easter egg is made to serve six — but if you're keen to keep it to yourself, we understand.

  • Event

    C'est Bon and Beyond: A French Affair

    Wednesday, April 10, 2024

    C'est Bon, Woolloongabba

    Acclaimed Melbourne chef Scott Pickett is coming to Brisbane to cook up a one-night-only French dinner.

  • News

    Acclaimed Melbourne Chef Scott Pickett Is Coming to Brisbane to Cook Up a One-Night-Only French Dinner

    Woolloongabba's C’est Bon is hosting 'A French Affair', which will feature four snacks and four courses by Pickett and the restaurant's Andy Ashby.

  • Event

    'Beauty and the Beast: The Musical' Pre-Theatre Dining at Bacchus

    Wednesday, March 6 - Saturday, April 20, 2024

    Bacchus, South Bank

    Be this restaurant's guest before hitting QPAC and you can tuck into a 'Beauty and the Beast'-themed rose dessert.

  • News

    Be Bacchus' Guest Before Hitting the Theatre and You Can Tuck Into a 'Beauty and the Beast'-Themed Rose Dessert

    Also in Rydges South Bank, Soleil Pool Bar is doing a 'Beauty and the Beast'-inspired cocktail and platter menu.

  • News

    Palm Cove in North Queensland Has Been Named the Best Beach in the World by Condé Nast 'Traveller'

    Five other Australian beaches and one coastal New Zealand spot also made the cut on the full list of 34 spots, with half of the top ten hailing from Down Under.

  • News

    Two Australian Eateries Have Been Named in the Top Five Pizzerias in the Asia Pacific for 2024

    Melbourne's 48h Pizza e Gnocchi Bar and Sydney's Al Taglio couldn't be split at the 2024 50 Top Pizza awards.

  • News

    Andrew Scott Schemes His Way Through the Moody Full Trailer for New Netflix Crime-Thriller 'Ripley'

    The 'All of Us Strangers' and 'Fleabag' favourite joins the list of actors who've stepped into the fictional con man's shoes.

  • News

    Disney+'s 'Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (Taylor's Version)' Concert Film Just Dropped Its Trailer

    The sneak peek at the new version of the film also teases 'Maroon' among its four bonus tracks.

  • News

    Food-Fuelled Drives: Regional Spots to Pick Up a Picnic for Your Weekend Adventure As Chosen by Our Readers

    Fuel your adventures with pastries and pies from these local legends — washed down with a drinks at your campsite from The Bottle-O.

  • News

    Hidden Hikes: Australia's Best Underrated Off-Road Treks As Suggested by You

    Nothing is better than an ice-cold beer at your campsite after a long day trekking in the bush.

  • Event

    Felons' Cinema Sessions

    Tuesday, January 16, 2024, Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Tuesday, January 30, 2024 and Tuesday, February 6, 2024 

    Felons Brewing Co, Brisbane City

    Brisbane's riverside CBD brewery is improving your Tuesdays with free flicks in its Barrel Hall.

  • News

    How to Make a Raw and Authentic Coming-of-Age Film About Consent: Molly Manning Walker Chats 'How to Have Sex'

    The 'Scrapper' cinematographer partly draws upon her own experiences as a British teen partying abroad in this Greek getaway-set drama — and it's essential viewing.

  • Hotel

    28 Degrees Byron Bay

    12 Marvell Street, Byron Bay

    A stunning, carefully curated retreat right in the heart of Byron Bay.

  • Event

    James St Up Late

    Thursday, March 14, 2024

    James Street, Fortitude Valley, Fortitude Valley

    Each year, James Street turns into a fashion party for one night only — with big discounts, snacks, cocktails and goodie bags.

  • News

    In-N-Out Burger Will Be Slinging Burgs at The Sound Garden in Fortitude Valley for One Day Only

    Make brunch and lunch plans — In-N-Out is serving up its famous burgers in Brisbane for one day only.

  • News

    Qantas' Latest Week-Long Sale Includes Flights on 34-Plus Domestic Routes for Under $150

    There's more than a million sale fares on offer, which is all the reason you need to plan an autumn, winter or spring holiday.

  • News

    ACMI's World-Premiere 'Beings' Exhibition Will Feature Installations That Respond Differently to Every Visitor

    The playful winter 2024 showcase explores the work of art and design collective Universal Everything, featuring 13 pieces from its 20-year career.

  • Event

    Feel Good Program

    Monday, March 4 - Saturday, June 1, 2024

    South Bank Parklands, Brisbane

    Bend, stretch, splash and dance your way through spring at South Bank's free exercise classes.

  • News

    Howard Smith Wharves' Cantonese Restaurant Stanley Is Now Doing Yum Cha Lunches Seven Days a Week

    The Sunday favourite is now on the menu daily at the two-level riverside eatery — and you can add two hours of champagne, too.

  • News

    Western Australia Just Became the First State to Ban Single-Use Non-Compostable Coffee Cups

    Lids must be entirely plastic-free, too, in a move that aims to save more than 154-million cups from landfill each year.

  • Event

    How to Have Sex

    Thursday, March 7 - Wednesday, March 27, 2024

    Various cinemas in Brisbane

    Following three 16-year-old girls to Crete to celebrate finishing high school, this Cannes award-winning, BAFTA-nominated film is unforgettable.

  • News

    The Five Best Rivers for Swimming In Near Brisbane

    Skip the surf and overcrowded sands of Queensland's beaches in favour of floating upstream at these nearby rivers.

  • News

    Calling All 'Normal People' Obsessives: Sally Rooney's New Book 'Intermezzo' Will Hit Shelves This Spring

    You'll be able to read the acclaimed Irish author's fourth novel, which focuses on two grieving brothers, in September.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Thredbo Is About to Become Home to the First Alpine Coaster in the Southern Hemisphere

    Set to open in winter 2024 and run across a 1.5-kilometre track, the Thredbo Alpine Coaster will operate all year round.

  • News

    'TRON: Ares' Is Finally Set to Return to the Grid in 2025, 15 Years After 'TRON: Legacy'

    Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters and Gillian Anderson star in the third film in the 'TRON' franchise, this time following AI from the digital world into reality.

  • Event

    Eat Like a King

    Friday, March 1 - Sunday, March 31, 2024

    King Street, Bowen Hills

    King Street in Bowen Hills is marking March with food specials all month long, including dumpling banquets and five-course French feasts.

  • News

    A New Documentary About the Matildas Will Hit Your Streaming Queue in the Lead Up to the Paris Olympics

    'Trailblazers' features interviews with Sam Kerr, Steph Catley, Mary Fowler, Ellie Carpenter, Katrina Gorry, first-ever Matildas captain Julie Dolan and more.

  • News

    A Six-Metre-Tall Puppet Will Tower Over the Red Centre at 2024's 'Parrtjima — A Festival in Light'

    The program also includes a three-night marketplace for the first time in the festival's history, featuring food and other products from local Aboriginal businesses.

  • Event

    Easter High Tea at Belle Époque

    Friday, March 1 - Sunday, March 31, 2024

    Belle Époque, South Brisbane

    Head to Emporium's French patisserie for a chocolate egg that melts in front of you, turning into fondue.

  • Event

    Easter Cocktails at The Terrace

    Friday, March 1 - Saturday, March 30, 2024

    Emporium Hotel South Bank, South Brisbane

    Celebrate Easter 21 storeys up sipping banoffee cocktails served in a chocolate bunny.

  • News

    Manchester's Rave Scene Is Heading Down Under: The Warehouse Project Has Announced Its First Australian Dates

    The British city's famous club night will make its Aussie debut in Sydney and Melbourne over one huge weekend, with Bonobo and Mall Grab headlining.

  • News

    Swimming in Brisbane City Council's 22 Public Pools Might Only Cost $2 Again When Summer 2024–25 Rolls Around

    More than 660,000 Brisbanites took advantage of the $2 Summer Dips program the first time around.

  • News

    'The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin' Gives Noel Fielding Another Entertainingly Silly and Funny Comedy

    'The Mighty Boosh' star plays a real-life highwayman — but sticking to the facts clearly isn't this Apple TV+ series' remit.

  • News

    Twelve Films and TV Shows You Need to Stream This Month

    Spend your couch time watching the new 'Mr & Mrs Smith', one of this year's Oscar Best Picture nominees and a stellar new space thriller.

  • News

    Ayrburn Is the Dreamy New Drinking and Dining Destination That's Opened Near Queenstown

    Queenstown isn't just a winter destination — and this dining precinct is here to prove that with six stunning venues (and more to come).

  • Event

    Mould — A Cheese Festival

    Friday, May 24 - Sunday, May 26, 2024

    Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills

    Try more than 100 of Australia's best cheeses at this big three-day dairy festival — with wine, beer and whisky, of course.

  • News

    Virgin Is Celebrating Leap Day with a 24-Hour-Only Sale on 200,000-Plus Flights with Fares From $35 

    You've only got until 11.59pm AEST on Thursday, February 29 to score cheap flights to Byron Bay, Launceston, Hamilton Island, Bali, Fiji and more.

  • News

    Cheese Alert: Australian Dairy Festival Mould and Its All-Inclusive Tastings Are Returning for 2024

    More than 100 varieties of cheese will be on offer when this all-you-can-sample dairy festival starts touring the country from May.

  • Event

    Dune: Part Two

    Thursday, February 29 - Wednesday, March 27, 2024

    Various cinemas in Brisbane

    Featuring commanding performances by Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya and Austin Butler, Denis Villeneuve's soaring sequel to his 2021 Oscar-winner is another stunning big-screen achievement.

  • News

    Sticking with the Supernatural as a New Horror Heroine: 'The Witcher' Star Freya Allan Talks 'Baghead'

    For her first lead film role, the English actor swaps Crown Princess Cirilla of Cintra for talking to the dead in an inherited eerie pub.

  • News

    Original Pages From Leonardo da Vinci's 'Codex Atlanticus' Are Set to Display in Australia for the First Time

    Penned by the artist and inventor, the priceless sheets will be on display at The Lume in Melbourne as part of its immersive da Vinci exhibition.

  • Guide

    Six of the Best Natural Hot Springs and Spas in Victoria to Visit When You Need Some R&R

    Make the pilgrimage to one of Victoria's best natural hot springs and spas for some well-deserved rest.

  • Event

    OHM

    Wednesday, February 28 - Saturday, April 20, 2024

    Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

    Head to Brisbane Powerhouse to see Yothu Yindi, Drab Majesty and Kim Gordon exhibitions at 2024's Festival of Other Music.

  • Event

    Sunset Cinema Brisbane

    Thursday, March 21 - Saturday, May 11, 2024

    Northshore Hamilton, Hamilton

    This outdoor picture palace returns to Northshore Hamilton for a 2024 season of movies under the stars and by the river.

  • News

    Sunset Cinema Is Returning to Northshore Hamilton for a 2024 Season of Outdoor Movies by the River

    This year's lineup includes 'Barbie', 'The Dry' sequel 'Force of Nature', the new 'Dune' and 'Ghostbusters', and a few retro doubles.

  • News

    Fred again.. Has Announced a Heap More Australian Shows for Sydney, Melbourne and the Gold Coast

    Get excited, Fred again.. fans — the British producer and DJ didn't just come to Australia for his one-night-only Sydney Opera House gig.

  • Guide

    All of the New Brisbane Openings That You Need Add to Your Must-Visit List in 2024

    Discover your next favourite dish or drink at one of these fresh Brisbane haunts.

  • Bar

    Doughcraft Mary Street

    181 Mary Street, Brisbane City

    The European bakery and deli has launched a second outpost in the Brisbane CBD — and it's also a wine bar.

  • Restaurant

    Cooee Cafe & Restaurant

    1825 Creek Road, Cannon Hill

    This 200-seat Cannon Hill spot for a caffeine fix, bite and cocktail is part of Minnippi Golf & Range, Brisbane's first public golf course in more than 70 years.

  • Restaurant

    Dapl

    200 Creek Street, Spring Hill

    Located inside Brisbane's Amora Hotel, this restaurant heroes native Australian ingredients.

  • Bar

    Bar Rocco

    131 Leicester Street, Coorparoo

    This Italian osteria in Coorparoo is a sibling venture to Ashley-Maree Kent's Ramona Trattoria next door.

  • Restaurant

    Como

    119 Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

    This modern Italian restaurant in South Brisbane takes its cues from Lake Como.

  • Bar

    Beenleigh Artisan Distillery Restaurant

    142 Distillery Road, Eagleby

    Beenleigh's heritage-listed 140-year-old rum distillery is home to an 80-seat restaurant.

  • Event

    The Greatest Rita Show

    Monday, March 18 - Sunday, April 7, 2024

    Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane

    Royal Easter Show time in Sydney means a new round of creative margarita flavours in Brisbane, including bubblegum, sour lemonade and chilli triple-buttered popcorn.

  • Event

    The Great Artist Market

    Saturday, March 16, 2024

    Felons Barrel Hall, Brisbane City

    Howard Smith Wharves' riverside brewery is celebrating Brisbane's creative community at its makers' market.

  • Event

    Seasonal Fruit Festival — Autumn Edition

    Saturday, March 2, 2024

    Felons Barrel Hall, Brisbane City

    Catch The Beths, Wednesday, Surprise Chef and more at this riverside festival curated by Jet Black Cat Music and hosted by Felons.

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