Brisbane Kids Guide To Spring in Brisbane with Kids 2021

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SPRING 2021

Flowers and Fields

Mega Slide Playgrounds

Bushwalks

Local events and shows

MONDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER – SUNDAY 3RD OCTOBER

CALLING ALL THRILL-SEEKERS! WHERE: Outside The Reject Shop TIME: 10AM - 2PM Daily COST: FREE Come & ride our 25 metre water slide and cool off this summer.

There’s garden games and a water mist zone for the little ones.

HOT TIPS:

• Bring a towel • Leave your jewellery at home • Don’t forget your sunscreen

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Slide participants must be a minimum 110cm in height and over 4 years of age

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CONTENTS

Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha

Granite Belt Christmas Farm

Mt Coolum National Park

Murphy's Creek Escape

FE ATURED 8-12

Flowers & Fields

14-15 Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha & Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium 16-19

The Harry Potter Trail

20-23 Sunshine Coast Bushwalks 24-27 Gold Coast Bushwalks 28-29 Murphy’s Creek Escape 30-33 Playgrounds with Mega Slides 39

Spring Markets

REGULARS 6-7

Unusual Animal Experiences

34-35 Local coupons 36-37

Playgrounds

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Spring Movies

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Upcoming Shows

42-47 Must See Events 48-49 Long Running Events 50-51

Plan Ahead Events

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UNUSUAL ANIMAL EXPERIENCES

PUPPY CUDDLE DINE IN EXPERIENCE Collies & Co in Samford is a unique cafe that serves coffee with a side of puppy kisses. Whilst Collies & Co operates as a regular cafe Monday to Saturday (8am-3pm) and no booking is required if you just want to grab a coffee and a bite to eat, on select days bookings are available for their one-of-a-kind Puppy Cuddle Dine In Experience.

With gorgeous litters of pedigree-bred and rescue puppies being introduced to the socialisation yard at select times throughout the year, you can be a part of exposing these little doggos to new experiences, whilst also enjoying all the love they can give.

Priced at $50 for adults and $25 for children aged 2-13 years, your puppy cuddle booking includes a main meal, drink, 45 minutes of non-stop puppy love and a Polaroid photo to commemorate your cuddles.

Collies & Co, 14 Main Street, Samford Village QLD Bookings required at www.colliesandco.com.au/bookings TIP: Get in early, as these special puppy sessions are in high demand!

LIVE STREAM THE PENGUINS ON PHILLIP ISLAND It mightn’t be so easy to get to Phillip Island from Brisbane on a whim, but that’s ok because you can bring the island’s famous penguins into your living room every night from 6pm!

Live streaming each evening for 30 minutes, witness the natural phenomenon that sees the largest Little Penguin colony in the world waddle up the beach to return to their burrows for the night. It’s a heart-warming experience not to be missed!

To tune in, simply head to the Phillip Island Facebook page or YouTube channel at 6pm any night of the week.

You can also help support the Phillip Island penguin colony by donating to the Penguin Foundation at https://bit.ly/penguindonate Facebook - www.facebook.com/PhillipIslandNatureParks/ YouTube - www.youtube.com/user/pipenguinparade TIP: Turn on ‘Live Video Notifications’ in your Facebook settings or click on the ‘Subscribe’ button on their YouTube channel to get a reminder to watch!

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CHRISTMAS IN SPRING?!

It’s Christmas all year ‘round in Applethorpe and not only will you instantly feel in the festive spirit when you visit the Granite Belt Christmas Farm, but their farmyard contains a menagerie of animals to pet and feed.

Santa’s animals on the farm include reindeer, donkeys, ducks and chickens, with the most recent arrivals being Thomas and Buster—two baby lambs born in late July 2021. With no entry fee to the farm itself, families can purchase a bag of feed for $2 and wander the farmyard getting familiar with the animals.

When visiting, be sure to allow some time to look at all the decorations on offer in the Mistletoe Store, which is perfect for getting Christmas-ready any time of the year.

The small cafe also serves up a range of festive treats, including Belgian hot chocolates. Of course, don’t forget to get your order in for your freshly-cut Christmas tree from the farm this year - trees are being harvested from late November 2021.

321 Aerodrome Road, Applethorpe QLD www.granitebeltchristmasfarm.com.au/

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SURROUND YOUR SELF WITH FLOWERS Elderflower Farm

IMAGE CREDIT: Genevieve Windley

With flowers bursting to life in early spring all over South-East Queensland, there are plenty of opportunities to see many different blossoms in bloom. From jacarandas to roses, here are some of our favourite places to surround yourself with flowers and snap an Insta-worthy pic or simply just enjoy the moment.

NOTE: Parental supervision at these locations is very important to avoid damage to the gardens or potential injury (eg. from spiky thorns and branches).

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TA M B O R I N E M O U N TA I N F L O W E R FA R M Cabin accommodation surrounded by flower gardens With brand new cabins open for bookings from September 2021, Tamborine Mountain Flower Farm provides an overnight experience surrounded by lush flower gardens.

The farm is a small, family-run business, set on 5 acres of established gardens which staying guests are welcome to explore.

The self-contained accommodation consists of two familyfriendly one bedroom cabins, each complete with a small kitchen and laundry. During the day, guests can wander amongst the open air gardens that feature a wide range of flowers including ranunculus, spring bulbs, dahlias, old fashioned fragrant roses and hydrangeas. The kids will also enjoy a visit with the resident chickens and friendly miniature sheep and the chance to feed the many goldfish within the three lily ponds.

Being so close to North Tamborine Village (around 10 minutes’ drive away), overnight guests can also enjoy all the Gold Coast hinterland region has to offer, including cafes, restaurants and other family friendly activities.

1 Slingsby Road, Tamborine Mountain QLD 4272 Open only to overnight guests www.tamborinemountainflowerfarm.com.au

IMAGE CREDIT: Tamborine Mountain Flower Farm

B RO O K F I E L D RO S E FA R M Pick your own roses Opened in 2020, Brookfield Rose Farm provides a truly unique ‘pick your own’ rose experience. Visitors can stroll amongst the red, white, pink, yellow and mauve blooms, picking as they go or just enjoying the heavenly scent. There are over 1,400 rose bushes in around 20 different varieties!

Guests to the farm are encouraged to take their time to enjoy the rose garden experience and are even welcome to pack a picnic and stay a while longer, with a sheltered patio to escape to if the sun gets too hot. There are no toilets on site, but public ones are located nearby at the Brookfield Showgrounds.

Pricing for the pick your own experience is based on a ‘pay as you feel’ system, with guests encouraged to pay a minimum of $2 per stem. Buckets and secateurs are provided, though bringing a bucket of your own will help with transporting your roses home (recycled newspaper is also available to wrap your roses). It’s highly recommended that you bring your own gloves to protect from thorns (gloves are not available on site).

IMAGE CREDIT: Brookfield Rose Farm

10 Massey Place, Brookfield QLD 4069 Check website for opening times (bookings recommended) www.brookfieldrosefarm.com www.brisbanekids.com.au

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E L D E R F L O W E R FA R M Buy direct from the farm Elderflower Farm is located in the beautiful grounds of Scenic Rim Farm Shop and Cafe. With lovely established gardens and century old trees, the property is surrounded by agricultural growing fields and offers a lovely rural outlook just an hour from Brisbane.

Elderflower Farms’ flower field is hedged with old briar roses and has a real ‘Peter Rabbit’ feel to it. Visitors are welcome to stroll the lawn paths between the flower beds, enjoying the colour and fragrance of all the different flowers and watching the busy bees collect pollen. As the owner, Rach, mostly grows annual crops, there’s always something new growing and flowering with each visit.

IMAGE CREDIT: Genevieve Windley

Just near the flower field is Elderflower Farms’ cute old tin shed flower and garden shop. Rach stocks loads of fresh cut flowers in bunches and vase arrangements, plus some beautiful rustic garden goods and flower based gifts.

She also keeps the shop well stocked with her popular Floripops (edible flower lollipops that she hand makes every week) and sells edible flowers and pot plants too.

With acres of green lawn and a fantastic cafe and farm shop alongside it, Elderflower Farm is a perfect location to visit with kids (and on lead fur kids).

T H E L AV E N D E R FA R M AT P OT T I Q U E

541 Kents Lagoon Road, Kalbar QLD 4309 Open Friday to Sunday, 8.30am - 4.30pm www.elderflowerfarm.com.au

Relax amongst the lavender fields Located just 5 minutes outside the town of Kingaroy, The Lavender Farm at Pottique is an established lavender farm that welcomes visitors on the weekends. Guests can wander amongst the many rows of lavender growing in the surrounding fields, with the opportunity to pick their own as they go.

Featuring the largest lavender shop in Australia, Pottique has a huge range of lavender-based products on offer including essential oils, soaps, dried lavender, jams and lavender liqueur. These products are also available for home delivery year-round on their website.

Visitors to Pottique can taste local wines through their cellar door and an onsite antiques warehouse adds another element to the experience, with french country style homewares and antiques for sale.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a visit to The Lavender Farm at Pottique without trying their renowned devonshire tea with lavender scones, or tasting some lavender tea, lavender soft drink, lavender ice cream, or even lavender cheese!

All these delicious menu items are available to sit down and enjoy amongst the beautiful garden setting.

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QUEENSLAND’S SUNFLOWER TR AIL Follow the sea of gold Whilst they don’t flower in spring, in summer the sunflower fields of Queensland’s Southern Downs burst to life in a sea of golden colour and are a definite must-see. Attracting tourists and influencers alike, the fields that border highways and other country roads around Warwick and Allora provide a stunning backdrop for photos and are an awe-inspiring experience.

It’s important to remember that the sunflower fields of the Southern Downs region are all privately owned and the fields remain private property. Luckily, these fields are so expansive and breathtaking that there’s no need to jump a fence to get your perfect shot!

Timing is vital when planning your treasure hunt for this gold. Sunflower fields only bloom for 3 to 4 weeks and the weather can impact this exact timing, but, generally speaking, the sunflower season runs from December to March. Before heading off on your sunflower adventure, get in touch with the Warwick Visitor Information Centre or head to the Southern Downs and Granite Belt Facebook page for some guidance about which fields might be currently in flower.

Allora to Warwick QLD Late December to March, annually www.southerndownsandgranitebelt.com.au/southerndowns-summer-sunflower-guide

IMAGE CREDIT: Southern Downs Regional Council

T O O W O O M B A C A R N I VA L OF FLOWERS 30 days of flowers and flavours Host to over 60 amazing events and experiences throughout September, Toowoomba bursts to life with their annual Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. The carnival provides an opportunity to visit this South Queensland city to enjoy the award-winning parks, street landscapes and lush private gardens decked out in a rainbow of spring colour that brings visitors from far and wide.

Floral highlights include: • Floral displays in all parks and public spaces,

as well as floral chalk art

• The Grand Central Floral Parade (Sat 18th Sept) • Night Garden in the Botanic Gardens • Twilight Tours in Laurel Bank Park • The dog-friendly Petals and Pups event • Ferris Wheel in the Botanic Gardens

(Fri 17th - Sun 19th Sept)

The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers program also features a variety of events including local food and wine experiences, internationally-acclaimed musical acts performing live and more. Whilst many events are free, most events do require booking, so get in early to plan your spring itinerary at the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers.

IMAGE CREDIT: Tourism & Events Queensland

Toowoomba QLD Wednesday 1st Sept to Thursday 30th Sept 2021 www.tcof.com.au www.brisbanekids.com.au

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OTHER FLOWER EXPERIENCES NEAR BRISBANE

Jacarandas

Girraween National Park

For locations, check out www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/ clean-and-green/natural-environment-and-water/plantstrees-and-gardens/brisbanes-trees/brisbanes-beautifuljacarandas-and-other-flowering-trees

With the stark backdrop of huge granite boulders, the wildflowers that bloom throughout this Granite Belt national park in spring are well worth a visit. www.parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/girraween

Milton Park Displaying three different types of flowering trees all blooming in spring, Milton Park’s silky oaks, flame trees and jacarandas provide a gorgeous backdrop for family photos. www.brisbanekids.com.au/milton-park

Roma Street Parkland From exotic subtropical species to rows of brightly flowering favourites set amongst hedges, water features and sculptures, Roma Street Parkland provides a stunning display. www.brisbanekids.com.au/roma-streetparklands-playground

Bougainvilleas at South Bank Parklands

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Renowned for signaling exam time at Brisbane universities, flower-covered jacarandas bloom in spring before dropping to create a mauve carpet later in the season.

Bougainvilleas With red, white, pink, purple or orange blooms, bougainvilleas create a splash of colour in home gardens and public spaces alike. Check out the Grand Arbour at South Bank Parklands, the Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha or Sir John Chandler Park in Indooroopilly for large expanses.

Senior high school in Spring Hill OPEN DAY 3 pm - 6 pm Thursday, 14th October Register Now at www.iescollege.com An independent, co-educational senior high school offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for year 11 and 12.

• Inclusive environment • Boutique education • Holistic approach to learning • Later morning start • No uniform • Global mindset Enrolments now open for year 11, 2022.

Limited scholarships available.

Come and say hello! www.iescollege.com

495 Boundary St, Spring Hill QLD 4000

+61 (7) 3832-7699

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B OTANIC GARDENS & THE PL ANE TARIUM

Days out in Brisbane don’t get much better than spending time at the stunning Brisbane Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. There is so much to see and do in the Mt Coot-tha precinct that you can easily spend a whole day there and return on a regular basis to discover something new each time.

T H E B R I S B A N E B OTA N I C GA R D E N S M T C O OT-T H A Take a leisurely walk around the 56-hectares of gardens, being sure to: • Discover the Hide ‘n’ Seek Children’s Trail • Smell and taste your way around the Kitchen Garden • Find your zen in the Japanese Garden • Have fun at the Kuta Kids Playground • Marvel at the age-old Bonsai House • Wander through the Tropical Dome

Find out more about the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha

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THE SIR THOMAS B R I S B A N E P L A N E TA R I U M The Planetarium’s epic 12.5 metre-diameter Skydome with reclined chairs makes for a comfortable viewing experience to take in one of their many shows. There are three shows designed specifically for children: • Perfect Little Planet • The Little Star That Could • Tycho to the Moon

Throughout the school holidays these shows are usually screened in the mornings, with other ‘general audience’ shows screened later in the day. With restrictions still in place, BOOKINGS ARE REQUIRED, so jump online for further details.

Find out more about the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium.

GE T TING AROUND Walking around the gardens is easy, even if you have a pram or wheelchair. Wide, concrete paths weave throughout the gardens, with signs posted at regular intervals so you don’t get lost.

Vehicle access to the gardens is permitted on weekdays until 4pm, but not on weekends or public holidays. In addition, a free shuttle bus runs between the gardens, around the precinct and up to the Mt Coot-tha Lookout.

Unleash your creative spirit!

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H A R RY P OT T E R T R A I L

Calling all Harry Potter fans (and we know there are many of you out there)! Fuel your Hogwarts desire by visiting these fun and magical places in and around Brisbane where you can upgrade your costume, try a potion, climb the castle, read a book, or browse intricate Harry Potter Lego displays.

THE STORE OF REQUIREMENT – SAMFORD Nestled in the heart of Samford is the one-stop Harry Potter-inspired shop, The Store of Requirement.

Stocking Australia’s largest range of official Harry Potter merchandise, you can be sure to find all things HP here - whether it be a wand, clothing, collectibles, sweet treats, games or toys. The store also offers regular classes (potion making and wand decorating) and school holiday workshops. You can even celebrate your child’s next birthday party in the ‘Common Room’. The Store of Requirement is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am – 4pm.

22 Station Street, Samford Village The Store of Requirement is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am – 4pm.

The Store of Requirement

Party Kits Make your birthday special this year with Street Science Party Kits!

Developed from our range of Party Packages, our four Party kits are designed so you can create your own Street Science Party Experience.

There's no better birthday present than a seriously fun science kit!

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C AULDRONS C AFÉ AND EMPORIUM – SL ACKS CREEK The newly opened Cauldrons Café and Emporium, on Brisbane’s southside, is the place to be for witches, wizards and muggles. Stocking a large range of Harry Potter merchandise including homewares, collectibles, apparel, stationery and confectionery, Harry Potter enthusiasts won’t leave empty handed. The café serves Witch’s Brew (hot drinks) and Wizard’s Chills (cold drinks), as well as sweet treats.

Cauldrons Cafe and Emporium

3325 Pacific Highway, Slacks Creek Cauldrons Café and Emporium is open seven days a week.

B R AY FA R M PA R K – G R I F F I N A whimsical public playground on Brisbane’s northside, Bray Farm Park will delight Brisbane Kids with its Harry Potter-esque themed play equipment. There is a quirky castle to climb, a rickety bridge to cross and a web of ropes to scale. Of course the more traditional equipment, like swings and a slide, are also part of the playground and there is plenty of space to run around and kick a ball too. While there is a shelter and picnic tables, there are NO toilets.

Rivermint Street, Griffin

Bray Farm Park

Opera Queensland and shake & stir theatre co. present

THE FROG PRINCE 22 – 25 SEP 2021

In this adaptation of the classic Grimm tale, spoiled 10-year-old Juniper May encounters Gilbert Gravy, a sassy frog, and an unlikely friendship blossoms.

They embark on a fantastical and uplifting journey together, learning about the importance of friendship and looking after the environment.

All tickets $25 Suitable for kids 12 years and under BOOK NOW | OQ.COM.AU

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The Mad Hatter's Bookshop

T H E M A D H AT T E R ’ S B O O K S H O P – M A N LY Situated within The Mad Hatter’s Bookshop is a cute little room dedicated to all things Harry Potter. Here you can browse the merchandise, sit among the floating candles to read a book, or play a game. Special events and story times are often held in the store, so be sure to check out their website for details.

Shop 3, 7 Day Markets, 50 Cambridge Parade, Manly The Mad Hatter’s Bookshop is open seven days a week.

THE BRICK ZONE – MALENY Lego lovers and Harry Potter fans will be thrilled with a visit to The Brick Zone in Maleny (just down the road from Maleny Dairies). This personal collection by a dedicated Lego fanatic houses every Harry Potter Lego set ever made, as well as a large range of Star Wars Lego sets.

After you have marvelled at Diagon Alley, Hogwarts Castle and Hagrid’s Hut, head over to the free-build table and create your own Lego masterpiece.

89 McCarthy Road, Maleny Contact The Brick Zone for current opening hours before visiting.

The Brick Zone

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OTHER MAGICAL FUN IN BRISBANE If you want to mix it up a bit but still keep with the magical theme, then perhaps check out some of the following places:

Dorrington Park, Ashgrove Enchanted Forest playground with musical toadstools.

Magic Forest, Bradbury Park, Kedron A magical forest complete with a Guardian throne and lots of hidden gems.

Bradbury Park

Kumbartcho Sanctuary, Eatons Hill A small fairy village where you can even post a letter to the fairies.

Fairy Shed, Samford Valley Garden Centre A cool fairy shed full of fairy trinkets.

Gollum Tree, Scarborough Beach A mysterious door carved into one of the trees on the foreshore.

Funderwood Hollow, Priestdale A playground with a fairytale feel, featuring castle-themed towers high above the ground.

Newstead House, Newstead A wonderful Alice in Wonderland fairytale garden to explore, as well as mazes, mirrors and a fish pond brimming with colourful goldfish.

Gollum Tree

All of these locations are reviewed on www.brisbanekids.com.au.

Funderwood Hollow

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SUNSHINE COA ST BUSHWALKS

Mt Ngungun IMAGE CREDIT: Tourism and Events Queensland/Larissa Dening

Within 7 national parks and several state parks and forests, there are dozens of bushwalks for families to discover on the Sunshine Coast; offering vistas from clear blue ocean to cascading waterfalls and everything in between.

CONONDALE N AT I O N A L PA R K This 35,700-hectare national park near Kenilworth offers opportunities for spectacular views, with plenty of lush rainforests, creeks, cascades and waterfalls for visitors to enjoy.

Booloumba Falls Walk • Length: 3km return (around 2 hours walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Waterfalls and cascades

Conondale National Park IMAGE CREDIT: Tourism & Events Queensland

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CURRIMUNDI LAKE ( K AT H L E E N M C A RT H U R ) C O N S E RVAT I O N PA R K Just north of Caloundra, the walks in this area lead you through wallum heathland where you may spot coastal birds and wildflowers with expansive ocean views.

Heath Circuit • Length: 1.4km return (around 40 mins walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk | Flat,

unsealed tracks | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Wildflower heathland

Beach Access Track • Lenght: 2km return (around 1 hour walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Woodlands leading to sand dunes and

beach views

Currimundi Lake

KO N DA L I L L A N AT I O N A L PA R K Situated near Montville in the Blackall Ranges, Kondalilla National Park is well known for its incredible waterfall and is home to over 100 species of birds.

Picnic Creek Circuit • Length: 1.7km return (around 45 mins to

1 hour walking time)

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk | Flat,

unsealed tracks | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Small waterfall & cascades | Obi

Valley Lookout

Kondalilla Falls Circuit • Length: 4.7km circuit (around 2-3 hours walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Kondalilla Falls & rockpools

Kondalilla National Park IMAGE CREDIT: Tourism & Events Queensland

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M A P L E T O N FA L L S N AT I O N A L PA R K

G L A SS H O U S E M O U N TA I N S N AT I O N A L PA R K

With views across the Obi Obi Valley and the opportunity to spot Mapleton Falls, this lush rainforest area is very accessible for families.

Walks in this national park guarantee spectacular views and incredible scenery, whilst exploring the open forests.

Mapleton Falls Lookout Track • Length: 50m return (around 5 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 1 (Easy walk |

Sealed track | Wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Peregrine falcons | Lookout across

Obi Obi Valley

Wompoo Circuit • Length: 1.3km return (around 45 mins walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk | Flat,

unsealed tracks | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Peregrine Lookout with views of Obi Obi

Valley & Mapleton Fall

Tibrogargan circuit • Length: 800m to Mountain View Lookout (10 minutes

walking time), 4.1km for full circuit (around 90 minutes walking time)

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Expansive views of Beerwah, Coonowrin,

Tibberoowuccum & Tunbubudla

Mount Ngungun Summit Walk • Length: 2.8km return (around 2 hours walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 4 (Moderate walk |

Some inclines & stairs |Unstable surfaces | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Uninterrupted views from Mt Ngungun to Mt

Tibrogargan, Mt Coonowrin & Mt Beerwah

Mount Coolum National Park

M O U N T C O O L U M N AT I O N A L PA R K The 208m high peak of Mount Coolum offers incredible views, with plenty of rainforest, eucalypt forest and paperbark wetlands to see along the way.

Mt Coolum Summit Walk • Length: 1.6km return (around 2 hours walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 4 (Moderate walk | Some inclines & stairs | Unstable surfaces |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: 360-degree views over the coast and the hinterland

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Noosa National Park

N O O S A N AT I O N A L PA R K

T E WA N T I N N AT I O N A L PA R K

Noosa National Park is a wildlife sanctuary where you may spot a koala or any number of native birds.

Tewantin National Park contains subtropical rainforest, with open eucalypt forest and remnants of wallum heathland, as well as Mount Tinbeerwah for more adventurous hikers.

Palm Grove Walk • Length: 1.1km circuit (around 30 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk | Not

wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Rainforest walk | Wildlife

Palm Grove Walk • Length: 1km return (around 30 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Wooroi Cree

Mount Tinbeerwah Lookout Track • Lenght: 1km return (around 45 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 4 (Moderate walk |

Some inclines & stairs | Unstable surfaces | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Coastal views | Fire tower lookout with

360-degree views

Head to www.brisbanekids.com.au/kid-friendly-bush-walkson-the-sunshine-coast/ for more detailed information on these walks and more.

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Burleigh Head National Park

With four major national parks to explore, the Gold Coast is an amazing location to go bushwalking with kids and is totally doable as a day trip! These are our picks for the most kid-friendly trails:

BURLEIGH HEAD N AT I O N A L PA R K Filled with coastal wildlife, Burleigh Head National Park is an area popular with locals for watching the humpback whale migration throughout winter and spring every year.

Oceanview Walk • Length: 1.2km one-way (around 30 minutes walking

time – double this if returning to your starting point)

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk | Not

wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Tallebudgera Creek | Ocean views |

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Rainforest Circuit • Length: 2.3km return (around 1 hour walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Some inclines | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Fantastic ocean views | Tumgun Lookout

Head to www.brisbanekids.com.au/kid-friendly-bush-walkson-the-gold-coast/ for more detailed information on these walks and more.

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L AMINGTON N AT I O N A L PA R K Divided into two main sections of bushwalking trails— Green Mountains (closer to O’Reilly’s) and Binna Burra— there’s a lot of natural beauty to enjoy in Lamington National Park.

Centenary Track (Green Mountains) • Length: 1.8km return (around 30 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 1 (Easy walk | Sealed

track | Wheelchair accessible)

Python Rock Track (Green Mountains) • Length: 3.1km return (around 1 hour walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Lookout to Morans Falls, Mount Razorback

and Castle Crag

Tullawallal Circuit (Binna Burra) • Length: 5km return (around 1 hour 30 minutes

walking time)

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk | Some

inclines & uneven track | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Incredible birdlife | Historically significant trail

• Highlights: Untouched cool temperate rainforest

Rainforest Circuit (Binna Burra)

Caves Circuit (Binna Burra)

• Length: 1.2km return (around 30 minutes walking time)

• Length: 5km return (around 1 hour 30 minutes

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk | Flat,

unsealed tracks | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Relatively flat | Wildlife spotting

Rainforest Return (Green Mountains) • Length: 1.4km return (around 30 minutes walking time)

walking time)

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 4 (Moderate walk |

Some inclines & stairs | Possibility of unstable surfaces | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Kweebani Cave | Collins Chair |

Coomera Valley views

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk | Flat,

unsealed tracks | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Birdwatching | 23 million-year-old boulders

Binna Burra, Lamington National Park

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GOLD COA ST BUSHWALKS

TA M B O R I N E N AT I O N A L PA R K Tamborine National Park offers spectacular views sweeping from the coastline to the Scenic Rim, with the Cedar Creek, Joalah and MacDonald sections being most suited to families.

Cedar Creek Falls Track to Lookout (Cedar Creek section) • Length: 500m return (around 15 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 1 (Easy walk | Sealed

track | Wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Cedar Creek Falls and gorge from above

Cedar Creek Falls Track to Rockpools (Cedar Creek section) • Length: 1.1km return (around 30 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Some inclines, stairs & slippery rocks | Not wheelchair accessible)

Curtis Falls, Tamborine National Park

• Highlights: Cedar Creek Rock Pools

MacDonald Rainforest Circuit (MacDonald section) • Length: 1.4km return (around 30 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Some inclines & stairs | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Lush rainforest | nature-spotting

Cedar Creek Falls, Tamborine National Park

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Curtis Falls Track (Joalah section) • Length: 1.1km return (around 30 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk |

Some inclines & stairs | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Outstanding views of the falls and rock pools

GOLD COA ST BUSHWALKS

Springbrook National Park

SPRINGBRO OK N AT I O N A L PA R K

Natural Bridge Circuit (Natural Bridge section)

Part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, Springbrook National Park is full of lush sections of rainforest and features three sections— Springbrook Plateau, Natural Bridge and Mount Cougal.

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk |

Goomoolahra Falls lookout track (Springbrook Plateau) • Length: 200m return (around 5 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Length: 1km return (around 30 minutes walking time)

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Caves | Glow worm colony

Cascades Track (Mount Cougal section) • Length: 1.6km return (around 1 hour walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Currumbin Creek | Lookout over cascades

• Highlights: 2 lookouts over Goomoolahra Falls

Purling Brook Falls Circuit (Springbrook Plateau)

Best of All Lookout track (Springbrook Plateau)

• Length: 4km return (around 2 hours walking time)

and out to Moreton Bay

• Length: 600m return (around 20 minutes walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 2 (Easy walk |

Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Antarctic beech forest | Lookout to Mt

Warning and beyond

• Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk | Some

inclines, steep cliffs & stairs | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Gondwana rainforest | 2 lookouts to falls and

over rock pools

Twin Falls Circuit (Springbrook Plateau) • Length: 4km return (around 2 hours walking time) • Difficulty & Accessibility: Grade 3 (Moderate walk | Some

inclines, steep cliffs & stairs | Not wheelchair accessible)

• Highlights: Panoramic views from Springbrook Plateau

to the canyon below

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MURPHY’S CREEK ESCAPE

At the foot of the Toowoomba range sits one of the most incredible camping spots for the perfect nature-based family getaway. Murphy’s Creek Escape is set in a stunning 50-acre park that backs onto the White Mountain National Park. Surrounded by tall gums and iron barks, the days are filled with glorious bird song and the sounds of wind rushing through the trees.

The camp boasts immaculate facilities and supports a wide range of activities that are sure to keep the kids happy. Murphy’s Creek Escape also welcomes your family dog, with ample space for exercise and play. This is a camping destination that is all about getting back to what matters—good conversation, connection and family.

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MURPHY’S CREEK ESCAPE

Camping styles supported • Traditional camping sites (powered and unpowered) • 4WD access-only sites • Hire a trailer or tent onsite • Luxury tents (adults only)

Camping

Luxury Tents

Ropes

Activities on offer

Facilities onsite

• Swimming in the eco pool, with daily

Camp kitchen: Complete with electric BBQ, fridge, microwave, sinks, power, seating for 48 people and a large bonfire ring.

passes available for purchase

• Explore the creek bed • Abseiling • Archery • Medium ropes course • Giant swing • Technical mountain bike track (holiday program) • School holidays and long weekend programs • Bushwalking

Individual campfires: Unique fire drum stands can be moved anywhere on your site and are large enough to hold the biggest of camp ovens. Fees apply.

Washing machines and dryers: Fees apply, however clothes lines are located at each block.

Amenities blocks with hot showers: These are spotless and modern. Running on tank water, a small fee applies.

Horse yards: 2 watered horse yards with tack room and shed coming soon. Cost is $5 per horse per night.

How to get there Murphy’s Creek Escape is one and a half hours’ drive from Brisbane and 30 minutes drive from Toowoomba, based at the foot of the Toowoomba range. Follow the Cobb & Co tourist signs to Murphy’s Creek Road and turn at the blue Tourist Drive signs leading to Thomas Road.

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P L AYG RO U N D S W I T H M E G A S L I D E S

HUGE SLIDES TO DIS COVER NORTH BRISBANE & MORETON REGION

T H E G R E E N AT CARSELDINE VILL AGE Scale the multi-storey tower and descend on one of the two tunnel slides, which will have you speeding to the ground in no time. You can then burn some energy on the fitness equipment, kick a ball, or have a hit of tennis.

Location Beams Road, Carseldine (Access via Gate 3 on Dorville Road)

F R E W PA R K AT M I LT O N Although there is plenty to see and do at Frew Park, one of the highlights is the 5m high mega tube slide. There is also another fun slide to enjoy (3m wide x 3m high), which will have little ones giggling with joy.

Location Between Milton Road and Frew Street, Milton

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SOUTH BRISBANE

C A L A M VA L E D I ST R I C T PA R K AT C A L A M VA L E After scaling this popular Calamvale playground’s 8m high netting structure and wobbling your way across the sky bridges, the fastest way back down to ground level is via the enclosed metal mega slide.

Location Ormskirk Street, Calamvale

RIVERSIDE GREEN P L AYG RO U N D AT S O U T H B A N K PA R K L A N D S Adults haven’t been forgotten at this colourful playground in the heart of South Bank. The Skywalk and large enclosed slides are made for the ‘bigger’ kids too, so the whole family can slip, slide and scale their way around this fun playground.

Location South Bank Parklands (near the Boat Pool and Streets Beach)

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LOGAN CITY

IPSWICH REGION

R O TA RY PA R K AT B E L L B I R D PA R K The wow factor at the leafy Rotary Park comes from the giant tube slide. Children can clamber up the sloped walkway or climb up the vertical rope tunnel, then, after stopping to soak up the view, can zoom back to the playground below via the enormous slide.

Location 45 Columbia Drive in Brentwood Forest, Bellbird Park

B U X T O N PA R K AT YA R R A B I L B A To get to the top of the two slides at Buxton Park, you will need to scale the huge tower, which stands over 8m above ground. Of course, what goes up must come down, so pick one of the tunnel slides and speed down to the bottom, to start all over again.

Location Buxton Avenue, Yarrabilba

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R I V E R H E A RT PA R K L A N D S I N IPSWICH After scaling a web of nets to the top, kids can then zip back down to the bottom via a large, metal tube slide, before cooling off in the adjacent zero-depth splash area or enjoying other waterplay activities.

Location King Edward Parade, Ipswich

T U C K E R FA M I LY PA R K AT B E L L B I R D PA R K A 10m tall cube tower stands proudly in Tucker Family Park and offers those who are game enough to climb it a fantastic view. The enormous 18m tube slide will then transport visitors back to the bottom. There is even a smaller tube slide for younger children to enjoy.

Location Corner of Alesana Drive & Ardie Court in Brentwood Forest, Bellbird Park

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10% DISCOUNT + A FREE DIY B R A C E L E T K I T F O R E V E RY G U E S T Receive a 10% discount on any party booked with String of Beads Parties, PLUS a free DIY bracelet kit in each guest’s party bag.

Mobile service | Phone 0430 216 085 | info@stringofbeads.com.au

www.stringofbeads.com.au

Get 20% off Awesome 4some tickets at BOUNCE. 40 Enterprise Place, Tingalpa | Phone (07) 3569 0704

www.bounceinc.com.au

Terms & Conditions: Bookings essential. Please phone or email to enquire. Please mention voucher code ‘BK2021’ when completing online booking enquiry or when calling to book. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Valid for bookings received before 31/10/2021 (party date can be any time in 2021).

Terms & Conditions: Valid at BOUNCE Tingalpa only.

Valid for Awesome 4some ticket type only.

Please use promo code ‘BKMBOUNCE20’ to book online.

Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Valid until 31/10/2021.

F R E E C O F F E E AT M I N I B O U N C E

$10 GAME CARD CREDIT

Receive a free coffee with any ticket purchase at miniBOUNCE.

One free $10 top-up on your game card at Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq.

Westfield Carindale, 1151 Creek Road, Carindale Phone (07) 3569 0705

www.minibounce.com.au

Toombul Shopping Centre, 1015 Sandgate Rd, Toombul Phone 1300 888 386

www.archiebrothers.com.au

Terms & Conditions: Valid at miniBOUNCE Carindale only. Receive a free regular coffee when a customer also purchases a ticket (either a 2 hour pass or an unlimited day ticket) to visit miniBOUNCE. Present this voucher at entry to receive a free coffee with ticket purchase. Additional shots, speciality milks and syrups are at an additional price.

Valid until 31/10/2021.

Terms & Conditions: Available between 10am and 5pm at Archie Brothers Toombul only. Valid for children under 18 years only. Walk-ins only. Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival. To be used on games only. Only one $10 top-up per coupon, per person, per day. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or function.

Valid until 31/10/2021.

TWO FOR ONE JUMP SESSIONS

F R E E GA M E O F L A S E R TAG

One free jump session when a full priced session is purchased at Sky Zone.

544 Kessels Rd, MacGregor | Phone 13 SKYZ (13 7599)

www.skyzone.com.au Terms & Conditions: Available after 5pm at Sky Zone MacGregor only. Subject to availability. Walk-ins only.

Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival.

Valid for jumping activities only. Jumping socks not included. Cannot be used for parties or functions. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer.

Valid until 31/10/2021.

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20% O FF AW E S O M E 4SOME TICKETS

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Kids play and pay for 2 games of bowling and receive 1 free game of Laser Tag at Strike Bowling.

Level 1, Wintergarden, Queen Street Mall, Brisbane | Phone 1300 STRIKE (1300 787 453)

www.strikebowling.com.au Terms & Conditions: Available between 10am and 5pm at Strike Wintergarden only. Walk-ins only.

Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival.

Valid for children under 18 years only.

Not valid in conjunction with any other offer, party or function.

Valid until 31/10/2021.

TWO FOR ONE MINI GOLF

T W O F O R O N E E N T RY

Get 2 kids’ mini golf sessions for the price of 1 at Golf Central BNE.

Buy one Unlimited Arcade or Pinball Pass and get one free at 1UP Arcade.

40 The Circuit, Skygate, Brisbane Airport | Phone (07) 3087 7800

www.golfcentralbne.com.au

230 Lytton Road, Morningside

www.1uparcade.com.au

Terms & Conditions: Not available on Saturdays.

Present voucher (printed or on mobile) to redeem.

Walk-ins only.

Not available with any other offer.

Valid until 31/10/2021.

Terms & Conditions: Available at 1UP Arcade Morningside only. Valid for one free entry with any paid entry of equal or lower value. Includes choice of all-day arcades or pinball entry. Subject to availability. Walk-ins only. Voucher code ‘2-FOR-1UP’ must be printed or presented on your mobile device upon arrival. Cannot be used for parties or functions. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Valid until 31/10/2021.

1 FREE CHILD PER F U L LY PA I D A D U LT

20% OFF ALL E SC APE RO OMS

1 child bowls free with any full-priced paying adult at Aspley 10 Pin Bowl.

149 Albany Creek Rd, Aspley | Phone (07) 3263 8848

Level 1, 150 Edward St, Brisbane | Phone (07) 3815 9825

www.aspley10pinbowl.com.au Terms & Conditions: Bookings essential, please call to book. Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival. 1 free child per voucher. Voucher can be used as many times as you wish. Shoe hire NOT included. Not valid for league or tournament play.

Not valid in conjunction with any other offer.

Valid until 30/11/2021.

20% off bookings at Fox in a Box Brisbane.

www.foxinaboxbrisbane.com Terms & Conditions: All bookings must be made online.

Valid for any room, for any number of people.

USE ONLINE CODE ‘brisbanekids20’.

Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Games must be booked and played by 4/10/2021.

FREE MINI POPCORN Free mini popcorn with any child’s ticket purchase at Dendy Coorparoo or Dendy Portside.

Cnr of Old Cleveland Rd & Cavendish Rd, Coorparoo Phone (07) 3493 3333

TWO FOR ONE BUCKETS Get 2 large buckets of balls for the price of 1 at Golf Central BNE.

www.dendy.com.au/cinemas/coorparoo

40 The Circuit, Skygate, Brisbane Airport | Phone (07) 3087 7800

Portside Wharf, Remora Rd, Hamilton | Phone (07) 3137 6000

www.golfcentralbne.com.au

www.dendy.com.au/cinemas/portside Terms & Conditions: Valid for one free mini popcorn per child’s ticket purchased at Dendy Coorparoo or Dendy Portside only. Voucher must be presented on your mobile device upon arrival. Up to four (4) mini popcorns redeemable per voucher. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Valid 5/09/2021 – 5/10/2021.

Terms & Conditions: Not available on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays.

Present voucher (printed or on mobile) to redeem.

Walk-ins only.

Not available with any other offer.

Valid until 31/10/2021.

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S P R I N G P L AYG RO U N D S

B R I S BA N E C I T Y B OTA N I C G A R D E N S P L AYG RO U N D • Climbing structure • Slides • Cargo net bridges

THE MILL PETRIE • 2 playgrounds for different ages • Waterplay park with water jets, tipping buckets and more • Accessible splash pad area • Open grassy spaces

• Nest swing

• Oval with cricket pitch

• Lots of space and shade

Location

Location

1 Moreton Parade, in Petrie.

Located in the centre of the gardens, off Alice Street, in Brisbane CBD.

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MotMot Coffee & Eats, located at 6 Whites Road, serves up coffees, breakfast and brunch 6 days a week until early afternoon. www.brisbanekids.com.au/the-mill-petrie/

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WA R R I L PA R K L A N D

H E RC U L E S S T R E E T PA R K

• Nature play playground

• Lots of climbing opportunities

• Water play

• Slides

• Double flying fox

• Grassy open spaces

• Lake-edge boardwalk and pontoon

• Table tennis table

• Home to Warril Parkland Discovery Trail

• Paths for scooters

Location

Location

1059 Paradise Road, in Larapinta.

40 Remora Road, in Hamilton.

Coffee Nearby

Coffee Nearby

Dishing up great coffee and takeaways daily, Hug In A Mug Cafe is just around the corner at 1 Forestdale Drive.

Little Hercules Cafe is just across the road at 9 Hercules Street and serves awesome coffee, as well as gluten free, vegan and other treats.

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SPRING MOVIES

THE B OSS BABY: FA M I LY B U S I N E S S

AINBO: SPIRIT OF THE AMAZON

Release Date: 16 September

Release Date: 16 September

In the sequel to ‘Boss Baby’, the Templeton brothers, Tim and his Boss Baby little bro Ted, have become adults and drifted away from each other. But a new boss baby with a cuttingedge approach and a can-do attitude is about to bring them together again and inspire a new family business.

Born and raised in the deepest jungle of the Amazon, Ainbo one day discovers her homeland is being threatened and her people are not the only humans in the world. She now must fight to save her jungle paradise from destruction and the darkness that lives in the Amazon, Yucuruna.

M O N S T E R FA M I LY 2

T H E A D D A M S FA M I LY 2

Release Date: 28 October

Release Date: 25 November

This big screen return of the Wishbone family sees them transforming into Vampire, Frankenstein’s Monster, a Mummy and a Werewolf once again; this time to free Baba Yaga and Renfield from the clutches of Milla Starr, the Monster Hunter.

Distraught that their children are growing up, skipping family dinners and totally consumed with “scream time”, Morticia and Gomez decide to cram Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester and the crew into their haunted camper and hit the road for one last miserable family vacation.

A B OY C ALLED CHRISTMAS

GHOSTBUSTERS AFTERLIFE

Release Date: 25 November

Release Date: 1 January

The origin story of Father Christmas is re-imagined in this live action movie about an ordinary young boy who sets out on an extraordinary adventure into the snowy north with his reindeer called Blitzen and a loyal pet mouse, in an endearing story that proves nothing is impossible.

The next chapter in the Ghostbuster franchise has arrived!

When a single mum and her two kids arrive in a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind… Who you gonna call?

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SPRING MARKETS

Brisbane Flower Market Whether shopping to brighten up your own home or someone else's day, Brisbane Flower Market have the greatest range of seasonal flowers that are sourced from both international and local growers.

Cost:

Entry is free

Location: S herwood Road, Rocklea Monday - Saturday, all year round Beenleigh Twilight Markets

Beenleigh Twilight Markets Returning to take advantage of the warmer spring nights, make the most of the twinkly twilight vibes, awesome entertainment, delicious food trucks and eclectic market stalls.

Brisbane Flower Market

Riverside at the Gardens

Cost:

E ntry is free

Location: B eenleigh Town Centre 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, 5pm - 9pm

Come and check out the range of art and fashion, live music, great international food and coffee all set against the beautiful backdrop of the spring blooms in the City Botanic Gardens.

The Finders Keepers Spring 2021 Markets

Cost:

Cost:

E ntry is free

Location: C ity Botanic Gardens Every Sunday 8am - 3pm

West End Markets

Discover an incredible array of gifting options from new and fresh talent plus a bunch of tasty treats and refreshing drinks to keep your shopping spirits high.

Tickets available online

Location: B risbane Showgrounds 15 October: 5pm - 9.30pm 16 & 17 October: 10am - 5pm

One of Brisbane's most vibrant community markets with over 150 unique vendors, amazing food, one of a kind shopping and superb live music all underneath a canopy of glorious Moreton Bay Figs.

Cost:

E ntry is free

Location: D avies Park, West End Every Saturday 6am - 2pm

Boho Luxe Markets

Boho Luxe Markets Showcasing sustainable and ethically sourced brands along with food and beverage stalls, live music, bars, coffee carts and food trucks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and buy.

Cost:

West End Markets

Tickets available online

Location: T he Old Museum, Bowen Hills 12 November 5pm - 9pm 13 November 9am - 5pm 14 November 9am - 3pm www.brisbanekids.com.au

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UPCOMING SHOWS

CHARLIE AND THE C H O C O L AT E FAC TO RY

AUNTIE’S FIAFIA NIGHT

2 - 26 September @ QPAC

8 - 11 September @ South Bank Piazza

Experience the wonders of Willy Wonka live with Oompa-Loompas, amazing costumes, incredible inventions, songs from the original film and more at this everlasting showstopper.

Get ready to ‘pati pati po’ the night away and experience a celebratory night of circus fun, Pacific song and dance with world-renowned Casus Circus at the World Premiere of their show.

SPIDER-MAN: A P P R E C I AT I O N DAY

ESCAPE FROM TR A SH MOUNTAIN

20 - 24 September @ Tulmur Place

21 - 25 September @ Redland Performing Art Centre

Celebrate Spiderman Appreciation Day with Peter Parker in a free action packed live stage show where Spider-Man fans can take photos, listen to stories, chant cheers and share facts.

Watch in amazement as a large mountain of trash transforms into a cave and becomes the epic playground for heroes to fight trash bats and outwit hideous trash monsters!

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WILBUR THE OPTICAL WHALE

T H E V E RY H U N G RY C ATERPILL AR

22 - 25 September @ Metro Arts

25 - 28 September @ Gardens Theatre

Using interactive media with integrated Auslan, circus, music, movement and spoken word, this heartwarming production delivers a strong anti-bullying message and promotes acceptance.

Be mesmerised as over 75 magical puppets, including the star of the show, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, take to the stage to bring Eric Carle’s books to life on stage.

T H E G RU F FA LO

TEENY TINY STEVIES

12 - 16 October @ QPAC

6 November @ Brisbane Powerhouse

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Join Teeny Tiny Stevies for two special shows at Brisbane Powerhouse including songs from their ARIA award winning album and newly released studio album.

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MUST SEE EVENTS

MINI BEASTS TRAIL

TOOWOOMBA C ARNIVAL OF FLOWERS

Until 26 September @ Robina Town Centre

1 - 30 September @ Various Toowoomba locations

Follow the interactive trail to discover glittering creatures brought to life through cutting-edge technology, bejewelled tiny lights, colourful textiles and special effects.

Drive to the Garden City and enjoy an amazing program of family-friendly events. This year's program features parades, day festivals, live entertainment, kids’ activities and a night garden.

BRISBANE FE STIVAL

SWELL SCULPTURE FE STIVAL

3 - 25 September @ Various Brisbane locations

10 - 19 September @ Currumbin Beach

Enjoy a jam-packed Brisbane Festival program, featuring a mix of free and ticketed events for both big and little Brisbane Kids, that promises an explosion of arts performances and experiences.

Head down to the beautiful Currumbin Beach to check out over 50 amazing sculptures along the coastline, plus enjoy twilight walks, children’s workshops, pop up exhibitions and masterclasses.

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REDCLIFFE KITEFEST

HALLOWEEN PUTT PUTT

11 & 12 September @ Pelican Park

17 September - 31 October @ Victoria Park

Watch the sky come alive with colour as this much loved festival provides fun in the sky and on the ground with kites, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more.

Hit a hole in one on Victoria Park’s spooktacularly decorated putt putt course that will feature a Pumpkin Patch, Witch’s Way, The Freaky Forest and Skeleton’s Graveyard.

BUY FROM THE BUSH QLD FE STIVAL

T H E ST R AW B E R RY & DE SSERT FE STIVAL

18 September @ Summer Land Camels

18 September @ Sandstone Point Hotel

Experience the best of a boutique country market while you enjoy fantastic food, tour the farm, meet, ride and feed the friendly camels and relax to the sounds of a local entertainer.

Feast on strawberries as the whole family enjoys a day jam-packed with strawberry-themed fun, family entertainment, live music, rides, market stalls and much more. www.brisbanekids.com.au

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ST E A M FA I R

RIVERFIRE

25 & 26 September @ Old Petrie Town

25 September @ South Bank

Come and see the largest steam engine heritage event in Queensland with steam engines, a steam engine parade, vintage cars, markets, fairground rides and more.

Watch a world-class fireworks display, with fireworks fired from multiple bridges, barges and city rooftops, plus Army helicopter displays and the aerobatic Roulettes, all set to an amazing soundtrack.

NERF BAT TLE ZONE

FLIGHT OF THE HUMBLE BEE

27 September - 1 October @ Tulmur Place

27 September @ HOTA (Gold Coast)

Test your skills with challenges in distance, speed and accuracy as the whole family battles it out over the September school holidays in a NERF battle zone!

Take part in a ‘choose your own adventure’ style interactive comedy, as Nadia Sunde takes kids on a fun-filled journey into the wilderness of their own imaginations.

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RO CKSBERG MO ORINA RUR AL FIRE BRIGADE O P E N DAY

OYSTER & SE AFO OD FE STIVAL

2 October @ Rocksberg Moorina Rural Fire Station

16 October @ Sandstone Point Hotel

Experience live fire demonstrations, a free sausage sizzle, meet your local volunteer firefighters and explore the fire trucks and learn how they operate.

Enjoy an ocean of things to see and do, including oyster eating competitions, prawn peeling competitions, celebrity chef demonstrations, entertainment, live music and fireworks.

KALBAR C O U N T RY DAY

THE BRISBANE AIRSHOW

16 October @ Kalbar

16 & 17 October @ Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield

See the hay sculptures, attend the bush poets breakfast, explore the markets, have fun at the hay scramble, take part in the carrot tossing and enjoy local live entertainment.

Take a drive to see Warbirds, World War II Fighters, jets, helicopters, aerobatics, military vehicles, hot rods, live music, amusement rides and lots more.

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A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM

HALLOWEEN NIGHT ADVENTURES

28 October @ Queensland Museum

29 October @ Downfall Creek Bushland Centre

Get spooked by creatures large and small at the museum for A Night at the Museum in true Halloween fashion with access to SparkLab, live music, games, animals and more.

Join staff from Brisbane’s Bushland Centres, try your hand at spotting nocturnal wildlife and meet some cute creatures of the night that are not scary at all.

TA M B O R I N E M O U N TA I N S C ARECROW FE STIVAL

BLACKWOOD STREET HALLOWEEN

29 - 31 October @ Tamborine Mountain

31 October @ Mitchelton

Drive along the Scarecrow Trail and discover hundreds of scarecrows as the Scarecrow Festival makes sure the best scarecrows ever are on display for all to see.

Dress up and spend Halloween at the Blackwood Street Harry Potter Theme Halloween Party, with rides, markets, entertainment, a creation station, a street parade and more.

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STA N T H O R P E B E R RY FE STIVAL

P L AY

13 November @ Weeroona Park

19 November - 13 February 2022 @ Bribie Island Seaside Museum

Celebrate the summer strawberry harvest in the Granite Belt with masterclasses, meet the farmer opportunities, live demonstrations, competitions and stroll the strawberry fields.

Put the screens away and explore this fun-filled hands-on game space, with games of childhood's past for all ages to enjoy - fun and laughter is guaranteed!

THE 80S

C A B O O LT U R E CHRISTMA S CAROL S

26 November - 6 March 2022 @ Redcliffe Museum

28 November @ Centenary Lakes Park

Pop a tape in the boombox and revisit the fun of the 80s, with classic video games, 80s fashion dress-ups and test your trivia knowledge and share your best 80s memories.

Celebrate the festive season and sing-along to your favourite Christmas songs, browse the twilight markets, post a letter to Santa and enjoy the festival workshops.

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LONG RUNNING EVENTS

BRICKMAN’S WONDERS OF THE WORLD

WORLD UPSIDE DOWN

Until 4 October @ Queensland Museum

Until 10 October @ HOTA (Gold Coast)

From the Great Wall of China and Taj Mahal, to the Empire State Building, this world-class exhibition made entirely of Lego takes you on an interactive trip throughout history.

Discover secrets and surprises in a hands-on exhibition where nature is not what it seems in ‘World Upside Down’, the first exhibition in HOTA’s new Children’s Gallery.

THE GIFTING TREE

L I G H T P L AY FOR KIDS

Until 17 October @ GOMA

Until 31 October @ Ipswich Art Gallery

Enjoy hands-on activities for kids based on an exhibition featuring the work of contemporary Indian artists who use bright colours, patterns and storytelling in different ways.

Play with overhead projectors and illuminated light boxes and discover what happens when light is cast on different materials, in this interactive art space just for kids.

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BUSH KINDY

KIDS COLLECTIVE

Tuesdays during the school term @ Downfall Creek Bushland Centre

Every Thursday @ South Bank

Enjoy a range of nature-based sensory play and activities for little Brisbane Kids including nature play, art ‘n’ craft, bushwalks, story-time and much more.

Head along to South Bank and make the most of a free series of specially curated children’s activities designed to entertain, educate and develop.

GIGS AND PICNICS

BRACKEN RIDGE L I O N S T R A I N DAY

Last Saturday of the month @ City Botanic Gardens

4th Sunday of the month @ McPherson Park

Grab a blanket and a picnic basket and enjoy an afternoon with food trucks and live music against a beautiful backdrop of the City Botanic Gardens!

Pack a picnic lunch, bring the family, support a good cause and make it a great family day out as the whole family rides on the miniature trains around McPherson Park.

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PLAN AHEAD EVENTS

S U N DAY Z M A R K E T S

NORTH L AKES CHRISTMA S CAROL S

5 December @ Rocks Riverside Park

5 December @ Kinsellas Park

Purchase some handmade original Christmas gifts while enjoying a great festive vibe with food, drinks, buskers and a free kids play zone.

Get into the spirit of Christmas with live performances, free workshops and activities, twilight Christmas markets and Santa's North Pole Express letter service.

BRISSTYLE HANDMADE MARKETS

2021 CANDLELIGHT CAROL S

11 December @ Whale Mall Queensland Museum

11 December @ Ormiston House

Browse over 60 stalls filled with Brisbane’s favourite handmade designers and artists to satisfy all of your sustainable handmade Christmas shopping needs.

Enjoy beautiful music and a special visit from Santa at Candlelight Carols, as you celebrate Christmas with everyone's favourite carols at the historic Ormiston House.

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THE NUTCRACKER

KIDS TREASURE HUNT

16 - 23 December @ QPAC

17 December @ Grinstead Park, Alderley

Attend what has become a Brisbane family Christmas tradition, as the Queensland Ballet performs The Nutcracker with beautiful dancing, costumes and sets.

Jump on your bike and seek out the treasure hidden in Grinstead Park in a fun outdoor activity for kids aged 3 years and over that takes bike riding to the next level of fun.

DAY O U T WITH THOMAS

THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

27 December - 23 January @ The Workshops Rail Museum

January @ Conservatorium Theatre

Meet everybody’s favourite engine Thomas, The Fat Controller, and all their friends, at a Thomas inspired hands-on exhibition every Thomas fan will love.

See a favourite story brought to life on stage in a tale that has captured generation after generation of fans, performed by the talented dancers at the Brisbane City Youth Ballet. www.brisbanekids.com.au

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