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‘Small, loud and a bit hot’: Brisbane venues where bands most love to play
From a little studio above a tyre shop to the Aussie Nash – we asked local musicians about their favourite places to play, and this is what they told us.
- by Courtney Kruk
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Queen’s Wharf will be a winner but no denying many visitors will lose
At a time so many people are already struggling to keep a roof over their heads, this shiny new palace won’t help.
- by Cameron Atfield
Why it’s so hard to get a coffee in Brisbane after 3pm
Afternoon caf-fiends are out of luck at most cafes around town – but we’ve found places where you can still get a quality cuppa after 3pm.
- by Nick Dent
Queen’s Wharf to partly open in August, two years behind schedule
Seven years after demolition teams moved in at the old Queensland government executive building, the opening date for Queen’s Wharf has been set.
- by Cameron Atfield
‘So honest about domestic abuse’: How Tina Turner’s story resonates here and now
Turner’s triumph over prejudice and violence to become the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll is a timely one for Australia in 2024.
- by Nick Dent
‘I don’t think we’ll be the last’: Why one of Brisbane’s best bars has closed
The closure came just days after it was named Queensland’s best bar. Still, owner Jamie Fleming remains optimistic about Brisbane’s food and drink future.
- by Matt Shea
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Ranking cities risks papering over their cracks (even if it’s Brisbane’s turn to brag)
City rankings can be good for bragging rights, but it’s not always helpful to look at your neighbours to assess how you’re going at home.
- by Cameron Atfield
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Brisbane for families
The perfect place to raise your brood, Brisbane has plenty of exciting and educational things for kids to do.
Brigitte got drunk at her workplace. Instead of a reprimand, she got applause
Jane Austen spoof Plied and Prejudice is a ‘drunk theatre’ show – a trend that attracts new audiences and gives companies an extra revenue stream.
- by Nick Dent
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Brisbane council warns of bus-system breakdown during 50-cent fare trial
In response, the government says it will negotiate more bus funding, amid fears the lower fares “will bring the whole house of cards tumbling down”.
- by Cloe Read
Simon set out to walk the entire length of the Brisbane River. Then the rains came
A 344-kilometre journey during the 2022 floods proved an education, to say the least. Here’s what author Simon Cleary learnt.
- by Nick Dent
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