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Brisbane City Council

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25.01.2022 Discover free outdoor art as part of our latest Outdoor Gallery exhibition ‘Sunny Side Up’. This light, bright and fun display features vibrant artworks by 11 Brisbane-based artists and is here until 18 April. Find out more at https://bnecouncil.cc/374qL0a.

25.01.2022 Explore your own backyard: https://bnecouncil.cc/2U9nx3W

24.01.2022 Time to spring clean your backyard before storm season? Make the most of our free green waste tipping weekends on 5-6, 12-13 and 19-20 September to drop off branches, palm fronds, tree and shrub prunings and grass clippings at any of our four Resource Recovery Centres. Dont forget to also register for our free early warning alerts to make sure youre always prepared. Find out more: https://bnecouncil.cc/321cmzn

24.01.2022 The Brisbane Arcade is looking even more magical as it gets into the festive spirit! Buy local and check out Brisbane's oldest surviving shopping arcade and the Queen Street Mall precinct for some unique gift ideas this Christmas. Thanks to Lady Brisbane for the beautiful snap

23.01.2022 Community Service Announcements Traffic changes - Sun 15 Nov - Brisbane CBD, Fortitude Valley, Kangaroo Point, Story Bridge due to Brisbane Blast cycling & running event. Road closures: https://brisbaneblast.org/roads/ Maintenance works - Walter Taylor Bridge - intermittent closures between Sun 15 Nov & Fri 27 Nov. Radnor St also closed from 9.30pm to 5am Wed 18 Nov. ... For more information visit Brisbane City Council www.brisbane.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3403 8888. For traffic information visit QLD Traffic www.QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40. For transport options or to plan your journey visit Translink www.translink.com.au or call 13 12 30.

23.01.2022 Community Service Announcements New Farm Riverwalk closure for maintenance, from Riverview Court to Howard Smith Wharves - 10am to 2pm Tuesday, 10 Nov. Remembrance Day closure - Brisbane CBD - Wed 11 Nov. Ann St will be closed from 10am-12pm between Creek St and Edward St. ... For more information visit Brisbane City Council www.brisbane.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3403 8888. For traffic information visit QLD Traffic www.QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40. For transport options or to plan your journey visit Translink www.translink.com.au or call 13 12 30.

23.01.2022 Spring has arrived and there are beautiful flowers blooming all around Brisbane! Take some time to stop and smell the roses and share your favourite flower snaps with us in our Views of Brisbane group Thanks to @__k.mac__ for the shot via Instagram!

23.01.2022 Happy Cheeseburger Day! Celebrate by devouring a delicious cheeseburger from one of our fave burger spots in the Valley: https://bnecouncil.cc/2Rz9ymE. We know we will be, let us know your favourite Brisbane burger spots below!

22.01.2022 In the last financial year, we had 1,477 total animal adoptions at our Animal Welfare League Qld centres in Bracken Ridge and Willawong! This included 555 cats, 479 kittens, 358 dogs, 48 puppies, 10 birds, 21 fowls, 4 goats and 2 sheep. Did you adopt a pet from us in the last 12 months? If so, share a cute pic below!

22.01.2022 In the last financial year we had 18,548 new dog registrations in Brisbane - an increase of more than 1000 on the previous year! Dont forget we have a registration discount for all doggos adopted from one of approved facilities, so if youre looking for an excuse to adopt nows the time! For more info visit https://bnecouncil.cc/34DEJFc.

22.01.2022 Whether you’re planning an extra-long weekend or just need ideas to make the most of your days off, our suburbs have got you covered! With plenty of great places to visit close to home, spend more time having fun and less time stuck in holiday traffic. Discover somewhere new: http://bnecouncil.cc/3syZ346 #Brisbetter

21.01.2022 Jacaranda season might be coming to an end but there's still time to share your favourite snaps of the purple reign! Thanks to @the.atlas.edition via Instagram for sharing this stunning shot from The University of Queensland. Check out more Brisbane views and share your own by joining our Views of Brisbane group.

21.01.2022 Musgrave Park Pool has officially reopened, so slap on your sunscreen, grab your togs and dive into the newly upgraded, 50-metre heated pool Check out the classes on offer or take the kids for a splash! To find out what other exciting facilities the upgrade included, check out our latest eastside edition of Living in Brisbane, online and hitting your mailboxes from this week! https://bnecouncil.cc/3byp5fI

19.01.2022 Have you been a part of Brisbanes biggest and most local music concert yet?! Street Serenades is bringing live music to 190 suburbs across the city during this years Brisbane Festival. Prepare to take in the tunes and find out more at: https://bnecouncil.cc/33r883h

18.01.2022 An adorable platypus was spotted at Ric Nattrass Creek in Darra recently! Did you know Brisbane has more species of plants, animals, and insects than any other capital city in Australia? Find out more about wildlife in Brisbane at https://bnecouncil.cc/2Zju4w5. : Edith Wiskar

15.01.2022 Unleash your creativity and brighten up our suburbs with Artforce! If you have a passion for art and Brisbane then apply now to paint a traffic signal box in your neighbourhood. You don’t need to be a professional, all you need is a fun idea and some creativity! Expressions of interest are now open, find out more and apply: http://bnecouncil.cc/34gQbWf.

15.01.2022 Have a Brisbetter Day Out! Sample a smorgasbord of restaurants Visit the seaside in our backyard Spend a day under the stars ... Tour an art gallery as big as a city. Discover a world of adventures right here in Brisbane: https://bnecouncil.cc/3llHPCH.

14.01.2022 Have you come across our ‘Taxodium distichum’ bonsai tree at the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha? This particular miniature giant was established as a bonsai all the way back in 1976 and was donated to the gardens in 2016. Explore the gardens soon and be sure to check out the 51 bonsai trees currently on display at the Mt Coot-tha Bonsai House: https://bnecouncil.cc/35Bbao6 Thanks to @kinasnaps for the great shots from Instagram!

13.01.2022 Community Service Announcements In accordance with Queensland Government guidelines, these Council facilities will reopen to the public from Tuesday, 12 January. Visitors must wear a mask at all times when inside Council venues, until 1am January 22. Libraries Community Halls ... Pools and aqua parks Environment Centres The Museum of Brisbane Brisbane Powerhouse (Friday 15 January) Brisbane City Hall Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium Visible Ink Youth Hub Active and Healthy classes Community Immunisation clinics Regional Business Centres The following events will reopen as per normal scheduling: The Enchanted Garden at Roma Street (Wednesday 13 January) The Sound Society at South Bank (Friday 15 and Saturday 16 January) The Moonlight Cinema at Roma Street. Waste services will continue as normal. Our Resource Recovery Centres remain open. CityHopper, Cross River, CityCat and SpeedyCat services will operate to normal timetables from 6pm 11 January. Masks must be carried and worn at all times. Funeral services will continue, but will be limited to 50 people inside Council’s chapels, or 100 people for outdoor burials. Council Cabs continue to operate, to support eligible clients to access essential services. All passengers must wear a face mask. Higher than normal high tides expected Tues 12 Jan to Fri 15 Jan. Sandbags available at Council locations: Darra, Morningside, Newmarket, Zillmere, Lota. Info on tide predictions: http://www.msq.qld.gov.au/Tides/Tide-tables.aspx Planned aerial mosquito treatment - Wednesday 13 January, commencing around 7am. Covering: Tinchi Tamba Wetlands, Bald Hills, Brighton, Boondall Wetlands, Brisbane Airport, Port of Brisbane, Pinkenba, Tingalpa, Hemmant and along Bulimba and Tingalpa Creeks, as well as Mud, St Helena and Green Islands (weather conditions permitting). For more information visit Brisbane City Council www.brisbane.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3403 8888. For traffic information visit QLD Traffic www.QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40

13.01.2022 Our staff have been working to prepare the city ahead of Remembrance Day on Wednesday 11 November, when we commemorate the anniversary of the the armistice that ended WWI 102 years ago. This year, you can tune in to the service virtually. To find out more, check out this month's Living in Brisbane: https://bnecouncil.cc/2GoQ02v.

13.01.2022 Do you think fire pits belong in Brisbane backyards? React for yes or for no! This winter, weve been trialling allowing outdoor fires in small braziers or constructed fire pits in response to requests from the community. Have your say before the trial comes to an end on 31 August at https://bnecouncil.cc/31wqIr7

13.01.2022 Where’s your favourite spot at the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha? Discover the gardens this weekend: https://bnecouncil.cc/3ksM2Eb

13.01.2022 There’s plenty to discover at our Environment Centres! Go on a relaxing bushwalk, learn about local flora and fauna, or join in free or low-cost activities for the whole family, like nature journalling, Bush Kindy and forest discovery walks. Find out more about what’s on offer at our Environment Centres: https://bnecouncil.cc/3lNe3aX

12.01.2022 Make the most of our beautiful bayside parks and cool down with the kids this summer! Decker Park at Brighton is the perfect spot to discover a new playground, build some sandcastles and enjoy a seaside picnic. Explore more parks around Brisbane: https://bnecouncil.cc/2URG7hD

12.01.2022 Our second double-decker CityCat, officially named Neville Bonner, made its first official cruise down the Brisbane river today! Hop on board and experience some stunning views of Brisbane and find out more about our fleet of CityCats at https://bnecouncil.cc/3hsJQMf.

12.01.2022 Brisbane, youre doing a great job watching your waste! Food waste in our city has dropped by a whopping 16kgs per person compared to the amount of waste three years ago. Get inspired by our tips to continue keeping food waste out of the bin! https://bnecouncil.cc/33aYH8d

11.01.2022 Theres no better feeling than clearing your head and soaking up the fresh air during a bushwalk! Best of all, you dont even have to go far to find your zen. Check out one of Brisbanes bushwalking trails this weekend: https://bnecouncil.cc/3lsQofY

10.01.2022 The City Botanic Gardens are flourishing with the addition of 12,000 new plants around the Hills Avenue Boardwalk and Edward Street entrance! The new plantings are a mix of hardy subtropical and native species designed to enhance the native collection at the gardens and create a stunning new rainforest setting under existing trees. Explore one of our Botanic Gardens this weekend to experience their beauty for yourself: https://bnecouncil.cc/3218Pzt

10.01.2022 There are plenty of spots around the city to take in our iconic skyline and the structures that make it such a stunning sight Wheres your favourite spot to sit back and soak up the city views? Discover a new vantage point to enjoy the city skyline and beyond: https://bnecouncil.cc/2QypDsA

10.01.2022 Splash your way through summer and soak up the sunshine at one of our 22 pools! Whether you want to play, party or power through some laps, we have a pool for you. Check out our picks for the best lap pools, aqua parks, play areas and more in the latest edition of Living in Brisbane: https://bnecouncil.cc/2GoQ02v.

10.01.2022 Plan your school holiday fun and book today to see our new show, Worlds Beyond Earth, at the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium! You dont want to miss this brilliant show about the worlds that orbit the sun and make life on Earth possible. Plus, its narrated by Lupita Nyongo! Book your tickets today: https://bnecouncil.cc/2FB6nIO

10.01.2022 Need some boredom busting kids activity ideas? Take the bikes out for a spin at one of our wheely fun BMX parks Check out our list of Brisbane’s best BMX and skate parks to find one near you: http://bnecouncil.cc/3bOmSim

10.01.2022 Brisbane is home to so many beautiful parks including some hidden gems you may not know about! Add the Bougainvillea Gardens at Sir John Chandler Park in Indooroopilly to your must-visit list! Its stunning when in bloom during Spring and makes for a great photo opportunity or the perfect spot to relax with a good book. Find out more about our many parks across Brisbane at https://bnecouncil.cc/2FrjpZE.

09.01.2022 Brisbane has come a long way since the 2011 floods. These then and now images are a reminder of how hard Brisbane worked to rebuild and grow into the thriving city it is today. Remember to be prepared for severe weather. Check out our tips and advice on how to prepare your property: http://bnecouncil.cc/3nCvKdc.

09.01.2022 Have you spotted all six Gouldian Finches that have flown into Brisbane to spread messages of hope during Brisbane Festival this September? Thanks to @imlee_ @donnajparkin @leahstrong @brisbanepicturelovers and @gwennyrg on Instagram for these snaps! Read our guide to Brisbane Festival 2020 at https://bnecouncil.cc/3igmERL.

08.01.2022 You might not be able to travel far right now, but theres plenty to discover right on our doorstep! Join a City Hall Clock Tower Tour to explore heritage-listed buildings, take in magnificent panoramic views of the city and experience Brisbanes history like never before. Youll even get the chance to take a ride up Brisbanes oldest working cage lift and get up close and personal with one of Australias largest analogue clock faces Book in for a free tour today: https://bnecouncil.cc/3lK93Ee

08.01.2022 The Valley Laneway Markets take over Bakery Lane, California Lane and Winn Lane on the first Saturday of every month! Grab your tote bag and support local makers by discovering some spectacular ceramics, plants, homewares, vintage clothes and more! Remember to keep up your social distancing while you explore. Find out more: https://bnecouncil.cc/2EorFJn

08.01.2022 Popping down the road for a bite to eat, trying a new activity or buying locally all helps support our local businesses. So, we’re highlighting some of the places that bring life to our suburbs to help you find new experiences close to home! Discover more of what’s on your doorstep: https://bnecouncil.cc/2U9nx3W. The hub is being updated constantly, so remember to check back soon if you can’t see a video for your area yet.

08.01.2022 Community Service Announcements Albert Bishop Park criterium circuit, Nundah, temporary closure for resurfacing (weather permitting) - Mon 30 Nov to Fri 4 Dec. Works may also occur after this time. Signage in place. Temporary closure of Creek St - between Ann St & Adelaide St - various times between Fri 27 Nov 2020 & Mon 11 Jan 2021. Detours & signage in place. ... Maintenance works - Walter Taylor Bridge - intermittent closures between Sun 15 Nov & Fri 27 Nov. For more information visit Brisbane City Council www.brisbane.qld.gov.au or call (07) 3403 8888. For traffic information visit QLD Traffic www.QLDTraffic.qld.gov.au or call 13 19 40. For transport options or to plan your journey visit Translink www.translink.com.au or call 13 12 30.

07.01.2022 Do you have unwanted chemicals at home? Dispose of them safely during our free drop-off day this Saturday 5 September at the Chandler Resource Recovery Centre. You can drop off items including: Insecticides and weed killers Swimming pool chemicals ... Fire extinguishers Petrol and brake fluid Insect sprays Find out more: https://bnecouncil.cc/2Q20x4M

07.01.2022 Dont wait until its too late, make sure youre prepared for the upcoming storm and bushfire season by: Making the most of our free green waste tipping weekend this Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September, and Registering for our Early Warning Alert Service. ... Find out more at https://bnecouncil.cc/33r4dDC. Thanks to @nadiner__ on Instagram for this amazing storm snap!

06.01.2022 This week is National Road Safety Week where we encourage all Brisbane residents to take the pledge to drive so others survive. Find out more and take the pledge today: https://bnecouncil.cc/2GWEPyl. : Brizzypix via Instagram

06.01.2022 A wetter than average Spring is forecast for South East Queensland this year so now is the time to make sure youre prepared. Check out our tips for getting storm and bushfire ready and dont forget about our free green waste drop-off weekends at our Resource Recovery Centres this month: https://bnecouncil.cc/32CG64B : @_michaelkeating on Instagram

06.01.2022 Ready for an adventure with your furry friend this weekend? Try somewhere new with our map of Brisbane’s favourite dog off-leash areas: https://bnecouncil.cc/3kZYSty

06.01.2022 Wheres your favourite place to see flowers blooming in Brisbane? From bright bougainvillea to pretty poincianas... weve put together a guide to the most stunning spots to enjoy the colourful blooms springing up around the city: https://bnecouncil.cc/3lZ8nLj

05.01.2022 Brisbane has plenty of hidden laneways to discover, full of secret bars, restaurants, cafes, boutiques and some spectacular art! Tag your adventure buddy and get exploring: https://bnecouncil.cc/2Updt73

05.01.2022 Our Sunnybank Synthetic Sports Field project is complete which means there are more opportunities for you, your school or your sports club to enjoy getting active and healthy! Find out more at https://bnecouncil.cc/2FRDgRn

04.01.2022 The iconic Brisbane Christmas tree is almost ready for the festive season! Witness the magical moment the towering Christmas tree’s twinkling lights are switched on during the live stream on the Brisbane City Facebook page from 6.30pm on Tuesday 1 December. Thanks to @missrachealleigh on Instagram for this behind the scenes shot!

03.01.2022 We love that Brisbane is filled with unique and exciting gardens! Experience zen-like calm at the Japanese Gardens in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha or discover edible plants at the Epicurious Garden at South Bank Parklands River Quay. Theres always something special to see and do in our botanic gardens and parklands Read more about the unique gardens Brisbane has to offer in the latest edition of Living in Brisbane: https://bnecouncil.cc/2Fatrhu.

03.01.2022 The Garage Sale Trail is back on 20-21 November! If you have some pre-loved items to sell, register now to hold a Garage Sale in your area or online. Or if you’re looking to save money on some stylish threads or some vintage homewares, block out your calendar and get ready for a weekend of thrifty shopping adventures. Find out more at https://bnecouncil.cc/3etkflE.

02.01.2022 This Saturday is World Cleanup Day and its a great reminder that we can all do our part to keep Brisbane litter-free. Even picking up two pieces of litter every week will help to keep 104 pieces of litter out of our streets, bushlands and waterways each year. Read how you can help make a difference by contributing to a cleaner city: https://bnecouncil.cc/2FbVjSn

01.01.2022 Our free and low-cost wellness classes make it easy to get moving in the great outdoors Find your zen with yoga or Pilates, make a splash in an aqua class or get your heart pumping with high intensity training. Discover all our active and healthy activities: https://bnecouncil.cc/2J61Qjf

01.01.2022 Thank you to everyone that shared their images and experiences from the 2011 floods. We have chosen just a few examples of our city’s resilience as we remember 10 years since the floods changed the lives of so many. When severe storms and wet weather hit our city, make sure you're prepared: http://bnecouncil.cc/3nCvKdc.

01.01.2022 Explore your local area by bike this weekend! Register for our free Love to Ride challenge this September. Check out your local bikeways and realise the benefits of riding plus you can earn points to win great prizes. Visit https://bnecouncil.cc/3lAjsCv to learn more.

01.01.2022 Keen to discover where to buy local this Christmas? Brisbane’s suburbs are brimming with shops that stock unique and creative gifts for everyone in your life. Plus, you’ll be providing local businesses with some much-needed festive cheer. Get inspired for your Christmas shopping: https://bnecouncil.cc/33jEKN7

01.01.2022 Christmas Putt Putt is back at Victoria Park Golf Complex! The picturesque course has been transformed into a Christmas wonderland complete with Santa, Frosty the Snowman, gingerbread people, giant candy canes and much more! Find out more and book your session: https://bnecouncil.cc/36fiogG