Climate Bloomberg Youth Grants Brisbane youth to take climate action with global Bloomberg backing Brisbane’s youth leaders will soon be able to turn their bold climate ideas into real world action with the help of a $70,000 ($50,000 USD) initiative from one of the world’s most prestigious organisations. Brisbane has officially [...]
ANZAC Brisbane 2026 In that moment of August 1914, Australia began our first steps out of the shadow of Empire and into the light of nationhood. The Official Histories note that when the call to arms came, the response of Australians was ‘immediate’, ‘jubilant’, ‘unanimous’, ‘firm’ and ‘unequivocal’. This ANZAC Day we come [...]
BNELAX - Sister Cities New Brisbane-Los Angeles Sister City deal to deliver a lasting legacy A landmark new Sister City partnership will be signed between Brisbane and the world’s next host of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Los Angeles. The agreement with Los Angeles will be critical in helping build a [...]
Riverwalk Maintenance Closures 2026 🚧 Keeping Brisbane Moving – New Farm Riverwalk Update As part of the Lord Mayor's and my ongoing commitment to maintaining Brisbane’s world‑class riverwalk network, essential servicing works will be carried out on the New Farm Riverwalk swing bridge. 🗓 Tuesday 14 April 2026 ⏰ 7am–4pm (weather permitting) What [...]
Story Bridge Maintenance Works – Schrinner Council Delivering for Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner and I continue to invest in the safe operation and long‑term maintenance of the city’s most critical infrastructure, including the iconic Story Bridge. As your local Councillor, I work closely with Council officers and the Schrinner Council to ensure essential maintenance [...]
LGBTIQ Bursary Building an Inclusive, Confident Brisbane Brisbane is at its best when everyone has the opportunity to participate, contribute and succeed. As our city grows, it is more important than ever that we invest not only in infrastructure, but in people — particularly young people who are shaping Brisbane’s future with [...]
Housing for all generations …More homes for young people and downsizers in middle‑ring suburbs The Schrinner Council’s “More Homes, Sooner” initiative will help unlock thousands of additional homes for younger buyers and downsizers in well‑serviced middle‑ring suburbs. Building heights, parking requirements and minimum lot sizes will be updated to reduce construction costs and [...]
Vicki, Empowering Strong Communities Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner and I are offering a series of practical, hands-on opportunities designed to help community groups and organisations thrive. Learn how to write winning grant applications, discover strategies for building a resilient and sustainable organisation, and maximise your volunteer workforce. Whether you’re looking to secure [...]
Clippings into climate wins Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner and I will lock in the largest residential green waste processing operation in Australia, securing a panel of five local operators to support the city’s long-term waste future. The new agreement secures Brisbane’s green waste processing for up to 20 years, creating local jobs while ensuring [...]
As Chair for Community and the Arts, I want you to Saddle Up for the Year of the Horse. I'm proud to deliver programs like BrisAsia so there is always more to see, more to do, and more ways to connect across our lifestyle capital. Things kick off on Friday 13 February with Southside By [...]
