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The Art of Friendship: Toby Schmitz on Monologues, Masterpieces, and the Magic of Three

There is a specific smell to a 1960s Signet Edition of Shakespeare

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The Blank Canvas of Friendship: Why Yasmina Reza’s ‘ART’ Remains a Modern Masterpiece

By Phillipe Blake A large white canvas

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From Patrick Bateman to Puff Pastry: The Great British Bake Off Musical is Coming to Australia

Following its successful run with American Psycho, See You Sunday is preparing

Love is in the Air: A Maison Fleur Valentine’s Special

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we sat down with the

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February 4, 2026

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The Art of Living: A Deep Dive into the Wentworth Philosophy

Peter Aitken is a highly influential figure in the Australian art market

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February 2, 2026

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Spritzes & Seafood: Eat Street Northshore’s Ultimate Summer Pop-Up

Brisbane’s riverside just got a whole lot more refreshing

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January 17, 2026

Sizzling Summer: Eat Street Northshore Unveils New Event Series

This month, Eat Street Northshore, Brisbane’s beloved riverside eatery, is

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🍹West End Christmas Twilight Market Brings Festive Fun and Pop-Up Bar This Friday

Davies Park to Host Over 150 Stalls, Gourmet Food, and Live Entertainment The

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December 2, 2025

🎄 HOTA to Host the Gold Coast’s Most Anticipated Christmas Twilight Market

Over 150 Artisan Vendors, Live Entertainment, and Gourmet Street Food Coming to

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November 28, 2025

Brisbane City

4:13 am, Mar 13, 2026

22°C

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Humidity: 91 %

Pressure: 1010 mb

Wind: 7 Km/h

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Clouds: 100%

Visibility: 10 km

Sunrise: 5:47 am

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Sydney City

5:13 am, Mar 13, 2026

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Humidity: 84 %

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Sunrise: 6:52 am

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Melbourne City

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Sunrise: 7:15 am

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Sunnybank Surprise: Cafe Pegasus and the Iced Orange Americano That Changed Everything! 🍊☕

We thought we knew Brisbane’s cafe scene pretty well, until we stumbled

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A Taste of Perfection: Lune Croissanterie South Brisbane Review

Lune Croissanterie, a Melbourne-born bakery that has taken the pastry world by

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Coffee Review: Maillard Project on Charlotte Street

Nestled at 119 Charlotte Street in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD, The

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High Fashion and Primal Funk: Grace Jones and The Illustrious Blacks Command South Bank

The Brisbane humidity was punctuated by a light, unpredictable drizzle last

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March 6, 2026

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De La Soul: The Architects of Alternative

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The Brisbane River played host to a masterclass in rhythm and resistance last

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A Riverside Revelation: On the Banks Kicks Off at South Bank

The Cultural Forecourt at South Bank was transformed into a world-class concert

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Riverside Revival: Grace Jones and King Stingray Lead Massive Second Wave for ‘On the Banks’

Editor’s Pick: From Yolŋu surf-rock to disco-lit electropop, the inaugural On

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February 25, 2026

A Killer Night at Boddy Manor: Cluedo Takes Over QPAC

The world’s favourite whodunnit has stepped off the board and onto the

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January 15, 2026

Beyond the Green Bottle: Marble Announces an Exclusive Masterclass in High-End Soju

Brisbane, Australia — Having already set the city’s dining scene ablaze with

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From Ischia to Your Doorstep: The Heartfelt Story of DiVino

For Gerardo Di Iorio and Joanne Heggie, the founders of DiVino, wine is the

Shifting Creative Gears: The Enduring Legacy of Ernabella Arts

It is rare to find an institution that can reinvent itself for over seventy

Tsiknaris Hair: A Thirty-Year Legacy of Luxury and Award-Winning Artistry

For over three decades, the name Tsiknaris Hair has been synonymous

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The Refined Festive Season: Bart Hassam on Maison Fleur’s Christmas Design

Maison Fleur, a trio of sophisticated floral boutiques in Brisbane, embodies

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Sculpting Sweet Memories, the Italian Way: Cerin Pasticceria Lands in Woolloongabba

Cerin Pasticceria in Woolloongabba isn’t just a bakery; it’s a

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Taste the South of France: Grand Wine Tasting Arrives in Brisbane

The Sebel Brisbane’s Garden Terrace will host an exclusive tasting journey

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Brisbane’s New Dining Rebel: Marble Korean Steakhouse is Flipping the Script on Luxury Beef

Brisbane, Australia — Forget everything you thought you knew about Korean BBQ

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From Plumber to Power Lingerie: Chloe Eden Rhodes’ Unconventional Path to Redefining Fashion

Chloe Eden Rhodes is not your typical fashion founder; her professional life has

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6 QAGOMA Christmas Design Market Artists: Gift Local This Christmas!

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The Blank Canvas of Friendship: Why Yasmina Reza’s ‘ART’ Remains a Modern Masterpiece

The Art of Friendship: Toby Schmitz on Monologues, Masterpieces, and the Magic of Three

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High Fashion and Primal Funk: Grace Jones and The Illustrious Blacks Command South Bank

The Blank Canvas of Friendship: Why Yasmina Reza’s ‘ART’ Remains a Modern Masterpiece

The Art of Friendship: Toby Schmitz on Monologues, Masterpieces, and the Magic of Three

From Patrick Bateman to Puff Pastry: The Great British Bake Off Musical is Coming to Australia

High Fashion and Primal Funk: Grace Jones and The Illustrious Blacks Command South Bank

The Art of Friendship: Toby Schmitz on Monologues, Masterpieces, and the Magic of Three

The Blank Canvas of Friendship: Why Yasmina Reza’s ‘ART’ Remains a Modern Masterpiece

From Patrick Bateman to Puff Pastry: The Great British Bake Off Musical is Coming to Australia

Love is in the Air: A Maison Fleur Valentine’s Special

The Art of Living: A Deep Dive into the Wentworth Philosophy

Community Announcements

Spritzes & Seafood: Eat Street Northshore’s Ultimate Summer Pop-Up

Sizzling Summer: Eat Street Northshore Unveils New Event Series

🍹West End Christmas Twilight Market Brings Festive Fun and Pop-Up Bar This Friday

🎄 HOTA to Host the Gold Coast’s Most Anticipated Christmas Twilight Market

Coffee Moments

Sunnybank Surprise: Cafe Pegasus and the Iced Orange Americano That Changed Everything! 🍊☕

A Taste of Perfection: Lune Croissanterie South Brisbane Review

Coffee Review: Maillard Project on Charlotte Street

Spotlights

High Fashion and Primal Funk: Grace Jones and The Illustrious Blacks Command South Bank

Review: Hip-Hop Royalty and Rising Rebels ‘On the Banks’

Must Reads

A Riverside Revelation: On the Banks Kicks Off at South Bank

Riverside Revival: Grace Jones and King Stingray Lead Massive Second Wave for ‘On the Banks’

A Killer Night at Boddy Manor: Cluedo Takes Over QPAC

Beyond the Green Bottle: Marble Announces an Exclusive Masterclass in High-End Soju

From Ischia to Your Doorstep: The Heartfelt Story of DiVino

Shifting Creative Gears: The Enduring Legacy of Ernabella Arts

Tsiknaris Hair: A Thirty-Year Legacy of Luxury and Award-Winning Artistry

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The Refined Festive Season: Bart Hassam on Maison Fleur’s Christmas Design

Sculpting Sweet Memories, the Italian Way: Cerin Pasticceria Lands in Woolloongabba

Taste the South of France: Grand Wine Tasting Arrives in Brisbane

Brisbane’s New Dining Rebel: Marble Korean Steakhouse is Flipping the Script on Luxury Beef

From Plumber to Power Lingerie: Chloe Eden Rhodes’ Unconventional Path to Redefining Fashion

6 QAGOMA Christmas Design Market Artists: Gift Local This Christmas!

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