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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:

Horizons dog-friendly accommodation
Peregian Beach
Dog-friendly Penthouse
When it comes to dog-friendly accommodation on the Sunshine Coast, Horizons at Peregian is a real find
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Take a Tweed road trip to discover the best of both worlds
The Tweed

Take a Tweed road trip to the best of both worlds

Explore the Tweed’s famous coastline and lush hinterland on a 3-day drive itinerary that takes you from surf towns to valley villages
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Verandah House Country Estate
Tamborine Mountain
Verandah House Country Estate
Perched atop Tamborine Mountain with sweeping hinterland views, you'll find Verandah House Country Estate - a luxury boutique accommodation that seamlessly blends country charm with modern luxury
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Worldsaway Retreat Ocean View
Ocean View
Worldsaway Retreat
Worldsaway Retreat is a stunning eco friendly Ocean View retreat, just 50 minutes by car from Brisbane, yet literally worlds away
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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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