CBD news and events
I know that LGBTIQ community make a huge contribution to the political, economic, cultural and social fabric of this city. From the colour and vibrancy of Brisbane Pride activities, to the many authors and entrepreneurs, businessmen and women and community activists – everyone helps us shape our new world city and no place is seemingly [...]
HAVE YOUR SAY ON SPRING HILL PARK UPGRADES I’d like your thoughts about an issue raised by your neighbours at my recent Spring Hill Mobile Offices. With cost-of-living pressures front of mind for us all, I want to ensure our parks remain attractive active recreation spaces with free and low-cost events for you in the [...]
HAVE YOUR SAY ON SPRING HILL PARK UPGRADES I’d like your thoughts about two issues raised by your neighbours at my recent Spring Hill Mobile Offices. With cost-of-living pressures front of mind for us all, I want to ensure our parks remain attractive active recreation spaces with free and low-cost events for you in the inner [...]
As the sun goes down, Brisbane’s City Botanic Gardens will once again become illuminated with the return of Botanica: Contemporary Art Outside in May. For ten evenings from 12-21 May Brisbane’s City Botanic Gardens will serve as a backdrop to a rich program of art installations and artist performances. Residents can plan their perfect evening [...]
Thousands of new homes will be created under Council’s new Brisbane’s Sustainable Growth Strategy, released today by Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner - we are Delivering Homes Preserving Greenspace. Cr Schrinner said the strategy struck the right balance between ensuring Brisbane can meet housing demand while preserving character and greenspace. “Brisbane is Australia’s fastest [...]
One of Brisbane’s oldest and busiest inner-city thoroughfares will soon be revitalised with work now underway on the Adelaide Street Vision. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the Brisbane Metro project provided the unique opportunity to upgrade the 1.7-kilometre stretch of Adelaide Street between Edward Street and North Quay. “Brisbane Metro will deliver [...]
I'm proud to deliver Lunar New Year 2023 in the heart of Central Ward in Fortitude Valley. As Chairman of Communities, Arts and the Nighttime Economy, I know Fortitude Valley is one of our city’s greatest cultural assets. That's why we continued to invest and deliver more to see and do for residents and visitors. [...]
Three ferry terminals that were extensively damaged during the February floods will reopen to passengers this week. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said Sydney Street, Holman Street and QUT Gardens Point would open from first service Thursday morning. “This was one of the worst floods Brisbane has ever experienced with record-breaking rainfall and river, [...]
More bus services more often will be delivered to commuters as part of Council’s plan to evolve transport in Brisbane with Brisbane’s New Bus Network. Civic Cabinet Chair for Transport Ryan Murphy said Brisbane’s New Bus Network will ensure Brisbane has the services needed to meet future demand. “Brisbane is Australia’s fastest growing capital city [...]
Women are smart, creative and innovative business leaders who are making a significant contribution to the economic growth of Central Ward and this city - the Women In Business Grants mean Brisbane businesswomen can apply for a share of $250,000 to help grow their companies, with the return of the successful Lord Mayor’s Women in [...]
