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GOMA

During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

Brisbane’s arts and cultural scene is thriving, with world class theatre, art galleries, dance and music, film and theatre as well as a host of museums and excellent libraries. Highlights are GOMA, Australia’s leading modern art gallery, the Queensland Ballet directed by Li Cunxin (Mao’s Last Dancer), Queensland Theatre and Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Brisbane’s unique indie arts centre the Brisbane Powerhouse. Brisbane also hosts first class festivals such as the annual 3 week Brisbane Festival and Brisbane International Film Festival and Brisbane Writers Festival.

Santa Barbara house facade and garden on Moray St New Farm (Inner City)

In 1929-30 Santa Barbara was one of the most expensive residences to be built in Brisbane at a cost of 4000 pounds to its owner

Santos building and skyline in Brisbane

Not only is Santos Place Australia’s largest 6 star green building, visually it is the structure with a dozen different faces.

Shorncliffe Pier's tiled entrance and pier

Shorncliffe Pier

Formerly known as Sandgate Pier, this 350m long structure with its white timber rails and colonial lamps was completed in 1872 during the early heyday of Sandgate’s seaside tourism.

Shrine of Remembrance Greek temenos structure and tiles in Brisbane

Shrine Of Remembrance

Public donations helped to raise the funds for Brisbane’s landmark war memorial

South Brisbane Town Hall and trees seen from Vulture Street

South Brisbane Town Hall

This rare and highly accomplished piece of 1891 architecture was designed as the South Brisbane Municipal Chambers by John Murdock.

St Andrew’s Uniting Church red brick facade in Brisbane

St Andrew's Uniting Church

As with all designs that break with tradition St Andrew’s began its life in 1905 as a maligned building for not following the gothic in-vogue style.

St John’s Cathedral with garden in bloom and jacaranda tree

St John's Cathedral

Brisbane’s largest and most striking cathedral, St John’s construction from local tuff and Helidon sandstone famously took well over a century

Exterior of Saint Mary's Catholic Church facade in South Brisbane

St Mary's Catholic Church

Built in the early 1890’s to replace the original wooden Catholic church of 1865, St Mary’s is a landmark in South Brisbane.

St Matthews Anglican Church

Few non-locals know of this little slice of early colonial history atop a hill with commanding views towards the north and city.

St Nicholas Church facade in Woolloongabba

St Nicholas Cathedral

This church is the oldest purpose-built Orthodox Russian Church within the oldest Russian Orthodox parish in Australia

Inside Saint Stephen's Cathedral in Brisbane.

St Stephen's Cathedral

Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral, like cathedrals world wide, was completed after more than a century had passed between the foundation stone being laid in 1860

Bed of flowers in Stewart Place Memorial Reserve Ashgrove

This little green square at the edge of Ashgrove shopping centre is awash with memorials pertinent to the history of the area.

Story Bridge and brisbane river

When Brisbane’s premier iconic bridge opened in 1940 (attended by 37000 people) after five years of construction it was the seventh largest of its type in the world.

Inside the Tattersall’s Arcade in Brisbane

Tattersall's Arcade

The fine Georgian building housing the arcade was built in 1926 to house the Tattersall’s (Horse Racing) Club

TCB Building facade at sunset.

Fortitude Valley

This fine featured building, fronting onto both Chinatown Mall and Brunswick St Mall, was designed by RS Dods in 1902 for Irish retailer Thomas Charles Beirne

Entrance and front yard of Teneriffe House.

Teneriffe House

This tucked away hilltop rendered brick homestead was designed by Melbourne architect William Ellerker and built in 1865.

Woodford Folk Festival

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poster design for Red Riding Hood

Red Riding Hood and The Wolf

Queensland Ballet is set to enchant young audiences with a brand-new whimsical production

Crowd at Sunnybank Food Trail

Sunnybank Food Trail

Get your stretchy pants ready, Brisbane—the Sunnybank Food Trail is officially back

Lifeline Bookfest, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

Lifeline Bookfest

Lifeline’s Brisbane Bookfest is back for 9 huge days this winter!

Cast of Sister Act Savoyards

Sister Act

A feel-good musical celebration of friendship, courage, and finding your voice

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Croc hero image

Croc! Guided Tours for Families

Take a guided tour of the crocodile exhibition these school holidays

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Child walking

Kurilpa Kids Discovery Tour

Step into a playful world in this First Nations children’s tour for kids at Queensland Museum Kurilpa.

Performers on stage 360-ALLSTARS

360 Allstars

BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing and more combine at 360 ALLSTARS

Orchestra performing overview

Italian Serenatas

A dramatic journey with The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra through the heart of Baroque Italy.

Cake set up

QCDA Cake Show

Ever wondered how some cakes are made, is it really cake?

Brisbane Greeters Tours - City Hall

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Brisbane Greeters Tours

See Brisbane through the eyes of a local with these free guided tours

Brisbane Greeters Tours

Paddington Views

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Day to Night in Paddington

Follow our Must Do-approved itinerary for the ultimate day-to-night adventure through Paddington

Day to Night in Paddington

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What's on in July in & around Brisbane

From Video Games concert, Night Feast by the river and the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra to art tours of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Jetty2Jetty and Bonfire Night, the best things to do in and around Brisbane in July:

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Dancer with prop

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Red Riding Hood and The Wolf

Queensland Ballet is set to enchant young audiences with Red Riding Hood and the Wolf, a brand-new whimsical production

Red Riding Hood and The Wolf

Snow4 Kids

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Keep the kids off the screens this holiday with these great shows, activities and events, from fun in the snow to epic shows, exhibitions and more

June July School Holiday Guide

The Summit Restaurant

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Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? Then check out this guide for the must-do dining experiences from the city to the suburbs

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The Gatsby Bar

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Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

Whether you're after breezy drinks by the river, a stiff whiskey in an underground bar, a cosy laneway hideaway or a rooftop with views, here's 50 of Brisbane's best bars

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A vibrant celebration of Baroque Italy at QPAC

Second Coming La Boite Theatre

WIN one of 3 double passes to La Boite Theatre's world premiere Second Coming

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