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Free and discounted parking across Central Ward to aid Brisbane’s economic recovery

Free Parking Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has announced Brisbane’s parking meters will be turned off and fees halved at the Council’s two major car parks from tomorrow.   Cr Schrinner said his Council’s latest economic stimulus measure would help the thousands of Brisbane businesses hit hard by a downturn in trade throughout the [...]

Free and discounted parking across Central Ward to aid Brisbane’s economic recovery2022-02-08T01:14:44+00:00

Spring Hill Loop extension

For many years, with your help, we have been seeking funding support from the State Government for an extension of the FREE Spring Hill Loop. Most bus routes in Brisbane are funded by the State Government. Brisbane City Council and St. Andrew’s Hospital have fully funded the Free Loop until now and we are very [...]

Spring Hill Loop extension2022-01-27T07:38:16+00:00

Lord Mayor unveils $5 million relief package for struggling businesses and community groups

$5 million relief package for struggling businesses and community groups   Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has revealed $5 million in fees, rents and charges will be waived for Brisbane businesses and community groups being heavily impacted by the spread of coronavirus.   Cr Schrinner said his Council’s latest economic relief package will benefit [...]

Lord Mayor unveils $5 million relief package for struggling businesses and community groups2022-01-19T01:46:56+00:00

Cutters Landing Riverwalk Rehabilitation project

Cutters Landing Riverwalk Rehabilitation Stage 2 works – temporary partial riverwalk closure and detour   WHAT WORKS ARE COMING UP? Works are required to repair and replace elements of the riverwalk to ensure the riverwalk remains safe for ongoing community use. This includes repairing and replacing some deck panels and supporting beams, concrete repair works [...]

Cutters Landing Riverwalk Rehabilitation project2021-12-24T00:32:27+00:00

Fodder for thought: Schrinner Council forages eucalypt for sick koalas

Fodder for thought The Schrinner Council’s special feeding program for Brisbane’s koala population is experiencing continued demand.   Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said Council’s koala fodder plantation in Wacol harvested around 40 stems a week for sick koalas.   “Koalas are such special creatures and we want to ensure they survive and thrive in our [...]

Fodder for thought: Schrinner Council forages eucalypt for sick koalas2021-12-23T00:30:39+00:00

Celebrate sustainably this Christmas

Vicki Howard Composting HUB     Brisbane residents are being reminded to stay sustainable this holiday season to ensure our city stays clean and green as the festive cheer is dialled up.   Civic Cabinet Chair for City Standard Kim Marx said residents already did a great job at recycling and reducing waste, [...]

Celebrate sustainably this Christmas2021-12-21T00:21:41+00:00

All aboard to Howard Smith Wharves

  Brisbane’s first new ferry terminal in seven years has been opened by the Schrinner Council, giving residents and visitors river access to one of the city’s most popular destination, Howard Smith Wharves.   Civic Cabinet Chair for Transport Ryan Murphy said the new ferry infrastructure at Howard Smith Wharves was the 23rd terminal to [...]

All aboard to Howard Smith Wharves2021-12-20T23:47:36+00:00

School holidays made easy with 100s of free and low cost activities

Children's Entertainment this Summer   The Schrinner Council is putting on hundreds of free and low-cost activities to help keep children entertained these summer holidays.   Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said there are more than 790 activities planned across Brisbane during the summer break, with something for children of all ages.   “I know holiday [...]

School holidays made easy with 100s of free and low cost activities2021-12-09T02:24:22+00:00

Schrinner Council unveils outdoor art in time for school holidays

Brisbane City Council Outdoor Gallery APT10 Kids Exhibition   The Schrinner Council is bringing world-class artworks from Asia and the Pacific to the streets of Brisbane.   Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner announced 11 pieces from the Gallery of Modern Art’s signature 10th annual Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art (ATP10) kids exhibition would [...]

Schrinner Council unveils outdoor art in time for school holidays2021-12-06T02:38:53+00:00

What makes a Brisbetter Day Out after dark?

Brisbane’s nighttime economy survey The Lord Mayor and our Schrinner Council are taking action to help rebuild Brisbane’s nighttime economy.  That action is part of my duties as both your local councillor, and as the Council Chair of Community , Arts and Nighttime Economy.   We all go out at night.   Whether it be to [...]

What makes a Brisbetter Day Out after dark?2021-12-24T00:58:29+00:00
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