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Big boost to bus services: Lord Mayor
We’re delivering the biggest boost to bus services in more than a decade to help keep Brisbane moving.
The introduction of the first permanent Brisbane Metro service earlier this year was just the first stage, with a massive one million passengers already jumping on board.
Soon, we’ll introduce the next stage of Brisbane Metro along with Brisbane's New Bus Network, which together will deliver an additional 160,000 trips a year.
Brisbane is a fast-growing city and these improvements will help ease traffic congestion as we make the leap from public transport to mass transit.
LORD MAYOR’S BETTER SUBURBS
We’re investing in our suburbs to ensure Brisbane remains the best place to live, work and relax. Twenty-four community organisations shared more than $2.3 million in the latest round of Lord Mayor’s Better Suburbs Grants, Community Facility Category. The funding helps improve and maintain community facilities.
FREE HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP-OFF
Drop off your household hazardous waste for free at the Ferny Grove Resource Recovery Centre on Saturday 7 June. Everyday items that are corrosive, flammable, explosive, toxic or poisonous are accepted. Hazardous waste can cause fires in bins and garbage trucks, so bring your items in to help keep the community safe and the environment beautiful.
COMMUNITY STREET TREE PLANTING
Keperra residents are invited to join the community in planting new street trees on Saturday 31 May. The event will celebrate National Reconciliation Week and involve planting culturally significant trees. Head to our website and search ‘street and park trees’ for more information.
Kingfisher Creek set for transformation
Brisbane is Australia’s lifestyle capital and continues to capture global attention as one of the best places in the world to visit.
We've already delivered parks and playgrounds like Bradbury Park, Hanlon Park and Archerfield Wetlands, creating more to see and do in the suburbs.
Plans are underway to turn Kingfisher Creek corridor, a one-kilometre stretch between Woolloongabba and East Brisbane, into parklands with water play areas, nature playgrounds, dog parks and multi-use sports courts.
New pathways will link parklands, making it easier to walk and cycle from the inner east to Brisbane City.
We're now seeking funding from other levels of government to progress the Kingfisher Creek corridor concept plan. Search 'Kingfisher Creek corridor' on our website for more information.
2025 Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards
The Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards are back! Enter your images now for a chance to win up to $5,000 in prizes, with your work displayed on our website and in Brisbane City Hall.
Help us celebrate ‘100 Years of Greater Brisbane’ and submit images of the places, experiences and events that have helped shape Brisbane into one of the best places in the world to live, work and relax.
Voting will open for the much-coveted People’s Choice Award later this year. Entries are open until 6 June 2025, so get snapping!
Please check details and confirm with organisers that events are still going ahead before you make plans.
REGIONAL EVENTS
VARIOUS
BROOKFIELD SHOW
23–25 May, 550 Brookfield Rd, Brookfield
Enjoy a 3-day program of family fun including horses, displays, performances and fireworks. brookfieldshow.com.au
BOLLYWOOD FITNESS
28 May, 9.15am, Twilight Street Park, Kenmore Bollywood-inspired dance fitness class suitable for all abilities. No bookings required. brisbane.qld.gov.au
JAM SESSION
28 May, 5.30pm, Visible Ink, Fortitude Valley
Learn new skills and song writing and meet with new people through jamming. To book, visit brisbane.qld.gov.au
FITNESS
4 SENIORS
29 May, 10.30am, Dorrington Park, Ashgrove
Cardio, strength and stretching exercises designed to help you increase or maintain your fitness. brisbane.qld.gov.au
MUSIC BEAT KIDS GROUP
30 May, 10.30am, Akuna Street Park, Kenmore Enjoy the great outdoors with your little ones while you move and make music together. brisbane.qld.gov.au
TAI CHI QIGONG
3 June, 12.30pm, City Botanic Gardens
Rejuvenate your body and feel relaxed, refreshed and calm in the beautiful outdoors. brisbane.qld.gov.au
Check out the Brisbane app for more event listings!
CHILDREN’S STORYTIME IN THE PARK
6 June, 10.30am, Dorrington Park, Ashgrove
Experience the magic of storytime with your child. brisbane.qld.gov.au
ORIENTEERING
8 June, 9am, Anzac Park, Toowong
Use navigational skills to explore and a map to find your way around Anzac Park. brisbane.qld.gov.au
VOLUNTEER BUSHCARE WORKING BEE
19 June, 7am, Tennis Avenue Park, Ashgrove
Protect and restore Brisbane’s biodiversity. To book, call 0476 225 449
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