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Green Heart Fair is back! Get tips on how to live more sustainably at Brisbane’s favourite sustainable living festival, the Green Heart Fair on Sunday 30 May.
A message from Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner
Returning to 7th Brigade Park, Chermside, the free, family and dog-friendly event will feature more than 120 sustainable living experts.
How brilliant is Brisbane in autumn? With the days still warm, there are few better times of the year to get out and enjoy our wonderful city, be it a meal at one of our renowned restaurants or a trip to one of our beautiful parks.
Learn about innovative products and services; listen to presentations on green living, gardening and recycling; and get practical tips in hands-on workshops.
In fact, food lovers shouldn’t miss our Dine BNE City event, from 13-30 May. There will be more than 80 great deals on offer from dozens of restaurants and bars throughout the CBD. Our hospitality scene has been through a tough time of late, so we’re backing them by encouraging people to take up these offers.
While you’re there, make sure to visit Council’s marquee to learn about Brisbane’s urban forest, waterways and invasive species, engage with our environmentally kid-friendly nature play activities and pick up free native plants for your garden.
The event culminates with the return of the much-loved Sea to the City, the alfresco seafood event by the river. Brisbane’s premier sustainable living festival, Green Heart Fair, is also back this month, along with Botanica – Contemporary Art Outside which takes over the City Botanic Gardens.
There are also food trucks to suit all types of foodies and live music. Find out more at greenheartfair.com.au
Finally, it’s also that time of year when planned burns are undertaken to help reduce the risk of bushfires. We’ll ensure residents get advanced notice if they live near a planned burn area, with more information available online. Adrian Schrinner LORD MAYOR For more information please get in touch with Council
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Sprucing up local shopping precincts New shade trees and garden beds, footpath upgrades, and new street furniture are some of the upgrades we’re making to local shopping strips in 10 new Village Precinct Projects across the city. More than just a facelift, the projects will aim to make suburban areas more attractive to shop, dine and socialise, giving a much needed boost to local businesses.
Progress for Green Bridges program Progress is ramping up on our Green Bridges program to help stimulate the local economy and make it even easier for you to get around our city on foot, by bike or scooter, or by connecting with public transport. We recently lodged the development applications for the Kangaroo Point and Breakfast Creek Green Bridges as a major step forward for the program. The final design for the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge will be revealed following the announcement of the successful contractor in the coming months.
Over the next four years, we’re investing $10.5 million on Village Precinct Projects. Ashgrove West is first followed by Manly Harbour Village; Paddington Terraces; Coorparoo Junction; Martha Street, Camp Hill; Aminya Street, Mansfield; Lumley Street, Upper Mt Gravatt; ‘Sue's Korner’, Boondall; Rosalie Village; and Park Road, Milton. Search ‘Village Precinct Projects’ on our website for more information.
The detailed design for the Breakfast Creek Green Bridge will also be released soon, featuring a distinctive arch and new landing plaza at Newstead Park. Community consultation on the alignment options for the two West End Green Bridges closed on 31 March, with results to be released later this month. Your feedback will help to inform the preferred alignment and guide the preparation of the business case for each bridge later this year. Stay up to date by searching ‘Green Bridges’ on our website.
FA S T FA C T S
Brisbane’s newest riverwalk to open We’re putting the finishing touches on Brisbane’s newest riverwalk in Indooroopilly, set to open in the next couple of weeks.
› 60+ jobs supported by the project
Locals will soon enjoy walking, running or riding along the 790-metre-long, five‑metre-wide, separated two-way riverwalk.
› 5 to 14 metres above the average river tide
Whether you’re exercising or commuting, the Indooroopilly Riverwalk offers a safe and accessible route from Twigg Street to the Jack Pesch Bridge and Indooroopilly Rail Station, with connections to Radnor Street and Riverview Terrace.
› 790 metres long
Stop at the viewing platform along the way to enjoy views of the Brisbane River and the iconic Walter Taylor Bridge.
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› 88 bored piles › 184 precast concrete beams › 3860 cubic metres of concrete › 850 tonnes of steel reinforcing
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Stay healthy this winter Winter is coming, which is a good reminder to immunise against the flu. Did you know Council’s community immunisation clinics offer free flu vaccinations for eligible residents, including seniors and children under five years? Our community immunisation clinics also offer paid vaccines for flu, tetanus, diphtheria and whooping cough. July marks 90 years since Council began its community immunisation program with the opening of the first clinic on the top floor of Brisbane City Hall. Since then, the clinics have expanded to 14 different locations, catering to more than 8300 residents per year. For clinic locations and vaccination eligibility, search ‘immunisation’ on our website.
Vic Park starts transformation The transformation of Victoria Park into an iconic parkland is one step closer with the closure of the 18-hole golf course at sunset on Wednesday 30 June. Early works will then tee off on creating Brisbane’s biggest new park which will have something for everybody – a natural retreat and urban park for adventure, discovery and reconnection. The Victoria Park function centre, driving range, putt-putt and bistro will continue to operate.
Brisbane's iconic gardens hit new milestones Two of Brisbane’s biggest and most popular gardens celebrate significant birthdays this year.
Across the river, construction is well underway on a brand-new 18-hole public golf course in the Minnippi residential precinct in Cannon Hill. Due to open in mid-2022, it will be Brisbane’s first public golf course in 70 years, joining St Lucia Golf Links, which opened in 1926.
The Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha marks its 45th anniversary. Officially opened in 1976, it receives around 1.4 million visitors each year and has more than 200,000 plants from around 5000 different species. Inner-city favourite, Roma Street Parkland also celebrated its 20th anniversary this month. Once the site of the Brisbane Markets and a railway yard, it’s now loved for its designer gardens that wind around 16 hectares of stunning parklands. Enjoy free community events and seasonal plantings that will be held in honour of its birthday until April 2022. Visit romastreetparkland.com.au to see what’s on.
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IN BRIEF PLANNED BURNS BEGIN This month, planned burns are set to begin (weather permitting). Planned burns aim to reduce fire fuel and lessen the impact of bushfires on homes and natural habitats. Residents living near the burn areas will be notified by mail, with notifications also posted on Council's website, Facebook and Twitter pages.
Snap up local dining deals Looking for new reasons to dine out and support local businesses? You’ll find plenty of inspiration and deals during Dine BNE City, from 13-30 May. Experience the best of the city’s restaurants and bars, including Madame Wu, Walter’s Steakhouse, and Rico Bar and Dining, as they serve up two weeks of unmissable dining experiences and exclusive offers. There will also be a range of ticketed and free events, including Urban Wine Walk and Sea to the City. Help reignite the city’s dining scene and support its economic recovery by getting out, enjoying delicious meals and making the most of everything that makes the river city an exciting place to live and visit. For more information, visit bnecity.com.au/dine
SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL Do you have old batteries to dispose of? Did you know, putting them in household bins can spark fires in waste collection trucks and at waste and collection services. Instead, drop them off at Council’s Resource Recovery Centres or battery recycling collection points in stores including Aldi, Battery World and Officeworks. For local drop-off locations, visit recyclingnearyou. com.au/batteries
TALK TO A PLANNER Looking to build in Brisbane? Before you do, chat face-toface with a planning specialist about how Brisbane City Plan 2014 relates to your property. Book a free 15-minute appointment at the Talk to a Planner event at Garden City Library on Thursday 17 June, from 4-7pm. Visit our website for details and bookings.
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Warm up this winter Avoid hibernating this winter and keep moving with Council’s free or low‑cost activities and leisure facilities. Our Active and Healthy program offers classes citywide, from yoga and Pilates to bootcamp-style workouts and Zumba. Love to swim? We have 18 venues with heated pools open all winter, perfect for lap swimming and classes including aqua aerobics and deep water running. Or, why not try your hand at our new outdoor activity in parks, disc golf? It’s similar to traditional golf, but with a plastic disc (like a frisbee) and baskets instead of clubs, balls and tees. Explore Brisbane’s street art, historic landmarks and botanical treasures on a walking tour. Visit our website for guided walking tours and heritage trail maps for a DIY experience.
Don’t be fooled into buying dangerous weeds in disguise. Common pest plants like prickly pear and bunny ear cacti look pretty but can be harmful to people, pets and the environment. Use the ‘Weed Identification Tool’ on our website to check if a plant is friend or foe. Report the sale of pest plants online or call 3403 8888.
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Entries open for the Brisbane Portrait Prize Put your artistic flair on show and go into the running to win up to $50,000 with the 2021 Brisbane Portrait Prize. Now in its third year, the competition showcases artworks capturing the spirit of Brisbane, with artists and portrait subjects having a connection to our river city. Styles from photography, drawing and painting to collage and digital portraits are accepted. If art appreciation is more your style, you can get involved by voting for the People’s Choice Award. Entries close on Sunday 15 August, with the winners announced on 6 October. For more information, visit brisbaneportraitprize.org
Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust The Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust has been caring for the Brisbane community since the 1950s, helping to fund local, grassroots charities and activities tackling issues such as homelessness, domestic violence and food scarcity. With a focus on smaller organisations that typically don’t receive significant funding, the Trust helps Brisbane charities at the frontline of the community. The Trust supports around 90 different charities each year, with every dollar donated going directly to charity. Brisbane residents have the option to donate their $15 rate discount to the Trust. These generous donations have made a profound impact. Thanks to these ratepayer donations, the Trust was recently able to distribute $92,970 to 28 different charities across Brisbane. For more information visit lmct.org.au
More eyes on illegal dumping hotspots This year, Council is investing more than $2.7 million in the enforcement and prevention of illegally dumped waste. Thanks to a $250,000 grant from the Queensland Government, we’re monitoring hotspots at Forest Lake, Sunnybank Hills, Chermside, Willawong and Inala more effectively. Each year, households receive 10 vouchers for general and green waste, which can be used at Council’s four Resource Recovery Centres. Council also runs four free household hazardous waste collection drop-off days throughout the year, to make disposing of hazardous waste safe and easy for everyone. Visit our website for upcoming dates.
Be a reading star Open a book to go on an adventure or learn something new as part of Council’s Gold Star (6-12 years) and Little Stars (5 years and under) reading clubs program. Register online on our website or at one of Council’s 33 libraries and earn rewards for the number of books read. There are monthly prizes and a medallion and certificate for kids who complete the program by the end of July. It’s just one of many ways Brisbane libraries nurture a joy of reading, with regular children’s literacy sessions, free school holiday activities, and coding and robotics workshops. To find out what’s on at your local library, visit our website or download the libraries app, BNELibraries.
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Outdoor art festivals are back with a bang this month, popping up across the city and the suburbs.
Brisbane’s brightest after-dark art exhibition, Botanica – Contemporary Art Outside is taking over the City Botanic Gardens from 7-16 May. See sculptural works, large-scale projections and interactive installations. Make it a night out and also enjoy the live music, food trucks and outdoor bar on the weekend. Walls, bridges and buildings are being turned into live canvases for the Brisbane Street Art Festival (BSAF), running until Sunday 16 May. Watch as local artists paint 41 murals live, pick up tips in workshops and see more artworks at exhibitions across Brisbane. Visit bsafest.com.au Heading to the CBD? Enjoy the latest Indigenous Art Program, Hyperlocal. The exhibition weaves its way through city streets and laneways as part of Council’s permanent Outdoor Gallery. Visit our website for a map and guided tour options. Want to see more? Download Council's public art walking trails and explore Brisbane's artistic heritage.
SEE MORE IN MAY’S FESTIVAL LINE-UP Anywhere Festival – until 23 May Catch comedy in backyards, dance in hedge mazes, theatre in light houses, circus in driveways and more! Visit anywhere.is
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Brisbane Art and Design Festival (BAD) – until 30 May Get to know the movers and shakers of the local art and design sector through tours, talks, workshops and exhibitions citywide. Visit brisbaneartdesign.com.au MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture – 20-30 May Celebrate LGBTIQ+ arts and culture through a program of spectacular events, dazzling performances and provocative discussions. Visit brisbanepowerhouse.org
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Be part of Brisbane's unique "drive-through gallery" by painting an original work on a traffic signal box. Applications are open for Council’s Artforce project. To apply, visit brisbane.qld.gov.au
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Please check event details and confirm with organisers that events are still going ahead before you make plans.
THE JOHNNY CASH AND JUNE CARTER SHOW 19 May, 11am–12.15pm, SunPAC, Sunnybank, $30 Join Jeff Carter and Brooke McMullen as they showcase the love story of Johnny Cash and June Carter through their songs on stage. With sold out performances across Australia, you don’t want to miss out. sunpac.net.au
I N YO U R R E G I O N BEGINNERS LINE DANCING Fridays, 1-2pm, Souths Sports Club, Acacia Ridge, FREE Grab your best partner and get ready to dosey-doe the afternoon away. Ideal for seniors. To book, search the event at eventbrite.com.au
WINTER AQUA AEROBICS SEA TO THE CITY 30 May, Eagle Street Pier through to Customs House, various times and prices The alfresco food trail celebrates fresh seafood against the backdrop of the Brisbane River. visitbrisbane.com.au/the-city
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ROM COMS AND NOM NOMS Wednesdays in June, from 5pm, Post Office Square, Brisbane City Wind down your day with an open‑air popup cinema featuring your favourite feel‑good films. visitbrisbane.com.au/the-city
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BUSHLAND WILDLIFE 29 May, 11am-12 noon, Karawatha Forest Park and Discovery Centre, Karawatha, FREE Meet some live native animals you may find in Brisbane’s bushlands. To book, search the event at eventbrite.com.au
LEARN TO MAINTAIN YOUR BIKE FOR FREE
4 June, 6-8pm at South Bank Parklands Celebrating Queensland’s culture, heritage, people, places and industry. multiculturalaustralia.org.au
30 May, 7.30-9.30am, Thrush Street Park, Inala, FREE Learn basic maintenance tips and how to change a tyre. Come with or without your bike. To book, search the event at eventbrite.com.au
BRISBANE MARATHON FESTIVAL
RUNCORN COMMUNITY STREET TREE PLANTING EVENT
LUMINOUS LANTERN PARADE
6 June, from 6am, Brisbane City, various prices Celebrating fitness and the test of ultimate human endurance – the marathon. brisbanemarathon.com.au
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Saturdays, 11 -11.45am, Dunlop Park Memorial Swimming Pool, Corinda, pool entry fee Stretch and tone your body with like‑minded individuals, enjoy great music and positive vibes. To book, call Aqua English on 0406 063 737.
GRAZED + GROWN BY REGIONAL FLAVOURS SOUTH BANK 18 to 20 June, 10am-5pm, South Bank Regional Flavours returns offering a suite of new experiences, esteemed chefs and marketplace fare. regionalflavours.com.au
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5 June, 9am-12 noon, Maynard Place Park, Runcorn, FREE Plant new street trees with your neighbours and enjoy a barbecue and cold drink afterwards. To book, search the event at eventbrite.com.au
YOGA BY THE LAKE 14 June, 9-10am, The Lake Parklands, Forest Lake, FREE Heal and strengthen your body while bringing stillness to your mind. brisbane.qld.gov.au