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Narrows Escape Retreat

A multi-award winning, 5-star, adults-only romantic retreat, nestled in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, five minutes from Montville

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A multi-award winning, 5-star, adults-only romantic retreat, nestled in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, five minutes from Montville

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Some of the best holidays in South East Queensland for all ages and budgets, from country to beach, and just a drive from Brisbane:

Coolangatta
The Pink Hotel
The Pink Hotel is a wonderful place to stay for a relaxing getaway
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Lamington Park
Tiny Wild Houses Binna Burra Lodge
Binna Burra Lodge's Tiny Wild Houses, perched on a cliiftop, offer breathtaking views of the Ships Stern Range
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Woodlands Family Tent Tamborine Mountain Glades
Tamborine Mountain Glades
Woodlands Family Luxe Tent
Tamborine Mountain Glades offer a luxurious glamping experience with their Woodlands Family Luxe Tent
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Mayan Farm Luxe Villas Kin Kin
Kin Kin
Mayan Farm Luxe Villas
Mayan Farm Luxe Villas is a stunning property for those seeking isolation, space, and luxury, nestled in the Sunshine Coast hinterland
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BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park
Helensvale
BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park
This Gold Coast holiday park is like staying in a fun-filled, all-ages adventure park - and it's dog friendly!
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Clear Mountain Lodge, Spa and Vineyard, Clear Mountain
Clear Mountain
Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge
Mercure Clear Mountain Lodge is the perfect getaway, just 35 mins from Brisbane CBD
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Lamington National Park
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat
O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat is the perfect place for the entire family to escape the rat race, experience nature
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Binna Burra Lodge, Lamington National Park, Gold Coast, Beechmont, Hinterland
Beechmont
Binna Burra Lodge
Binna Burra Lodge is a slice of paradise nestled within the ancient subtropical rainforests of Lamington National Park
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Family Escape to Mooloolaba

The very best family-friendly things to do at Mooloolaba, whether for a day, a weekend or a holiday
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Overwater villa at Big4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort
Holiday Resort
Big4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort
Luxury villas and safari glamping tents nestled within the 34 hectare grounds of the iconic Sandstone Point Hotel
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Mercure Gold Coast Resort
Carrara
Mercure Gold Coast Resort
A premier destination for leisure & business travellers, with a range of exciting offerings to enhance the guest experience
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Sanctuary Cove
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort
This iconic luxury holiday oasis is less than an hour's drive from Brisbane CBD, yet a world away
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RACV Noosa Resort
Noosa
Racv Resort
As well as the great location, a highlight of this resort is swimming in the beautiful lagoon pools surrounded by bushland
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Hosanna Farmstay Stokers Siding
Stokers Siding Nsw
Hosanna Farmstay
Hosanna Farmstay is a quiet 100 acre property in the Tweed Hinterland which provides the perfect environment to escape the stress of life in the city.
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Amamoor
Cbr Equine Cottage
CBR Equine Cottage is a peaceful, dog-friendly getaway nestled into one of the many rolling green hills in the Amamoor area, inland of Noosa
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Spicers Scenic Rim Trail
By Spicers
Scenic Rim Trail
The Scenic Rim Trail is without peer in Queensland - a multi-day trek through the stunning mountain habitats of the Scenic Rim combined with luxury eco-accommodation
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Circus performers WOLF by Circa

WOLF by Circa

Get ready for a circus experience with serious bite
Sep 25
Botanic By Night: NightGlow

Botanic By Night: NightGlow

An illuminated wonderland of native wildlife at the Botanic Gardens
Sep 25 - Oct 10
Sea High Tea The Westin Brisbane

Sea High Tea

Sea High Tea at Batica Dining
Sep 26
Group of performers

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

Jane Austen gets a hilarious musical makeover in Pride & Prejudice* (sort of)*
Sep 30 - Oct 18
Cello players

Art of the Score: The Music of Joe Hisaishi

Experience Joe Hisaishi’s iconic Studio Ghibli music live with Queensland Symphony Orchestra in Brisbane.
Oct 2-3
Josh Cohen pink backdrop

Radiohead for Solo Piano: Live AV Set

Australian pianist Josh Cohen returns to QPAC with his acclaimed reimagining of Radiohead's iconic songs
Oct 3
MS Moonlight Walk Roma Street Parkland

MS Moonlight Walk

Brisbane’s annual lantern-lit moonlight walk to fight MS
Oct 10
Poster of Brisbane Celtic Festival

Brisbane Celtic Festival

Brisbane Celtic Festival is a lively celebration of Celtic culture,
Oct 11
Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation

Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation

Experience the most beloved animated movie soundtracks
Oct 23-24
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EDITOR'S PICK

Anastasia The Musical

The hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA arrives in Brisbane this September, bringing romance and adventure to QPAC
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Anastasia The Musical
MUST DO

The Book of Mormon

Brisbane, the Mormons are back! The Tony®, Olivier® and Grammy® Award-winning The Book of Mormon is now playing at QPAC
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The Book of Mormon
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Sep 25-27

School holiday fun, The Book of Mormon, a massive Jim Henson exhibition, Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, Anastasia The Musical, a lantern-lit trail kicks off and Brisbane Festival continues
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This Weekend Sep 25-27
COMING UP

What's On in October In & Around Brisbane

From beloved musicals, unique exhibitions and live shows to Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers events, cinema programs and culinary experiences, the top things to do in and around Brisbane in October
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What's on in October
EAT & DRINK

Sea High Tea

Landing at The Westin Brisbane's signature restaurant Batica Dining Sea High Tea trades the usual finger sandwiches for Australia's finest ocean produce
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Sea High Tea
HOT TICKET

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

Jane Austen gets a hilarious musical makeover in this Olivier Award-winning comedy coming to Brisbane
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Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
MUST VISIT

Brisbane Festival 2026 at Brisbane Quarter

Brisbane Quarter is blooming this September, with a striking new installation, limited-edition dining experiences and plenty of pink-inspired treats in celebration of Brisbane Festival 2026
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Brisbane Festival 2026 at Brisbane Quarter
The Summit Restaurant
BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

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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Best Restaurants in Brisbane
The Gatsby Bar
Best Of Brisbane

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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Best Bars in Brisbane
A brand-new Nutcracker is coming to Brisbane
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