Brisbane city is just inland from the coast, located on the Brisbane River. It is the envy of people worldwide with its relaxed, outdoor lifestyle.

Brisbane is a modern and diverse city, yet it is close to the bush and rainforests, beaches and sub-tropical islands.

Brisbane has something for everyone to enjoy!

• Open parklands and public spaces, including bike paths and walkways to make exploring Brisbane’s attractions and history easy and fun
• World-class sporting facilities including swimming pools, golf courses, cricket, football and rugby grounds – where you can watch sport or get involved!
• Cosmopolitan eateries – choose from sipping coffee in alfresco cafes to tasting local produce at the markets, to feasting on seafood at one of the hundreds of restaurants in the city and suburbs
• Cultural life abounds at the Queensland Art Gallery, Queensland Musuem and Performing Arts Complex, with options for theatre, workshops, performances and exhibitions of local and international fame
• Nightlife includes live music clubs, bars and discos to suit all tastes. Popular spots are Caxton Street, the Riverside quarter and the Fortitude Valley
• Just over one hour’s drive away are the famous beaches and resorts of the Sunshine and Gold Coast


 

   


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Facts and City Information

 

With a population of 1.6 million, Brisbane is Australia’s third largest city.

Brisbane is a youthful city – the average age is 33 years.

We also have a diverse population – over 26% of Brisbane’s population was born overseas and many people speak a second language other than English.

Brisbane Links

 

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