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Swervedriver brings Raise back to town

Thirty-five years after Swervedriver’s Raise album reshaped what a guitar band could sound like, the UK outfit is bringing the iconic record back to Brisbane.

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Setting the stage for a boundary-pushing performance

Stephanie Lake Company is no stranger to genre-bending productions and pushing the limits of contemporary dance.

John Stainton and Steve Irwin shooting a commercial at Australia Zoo in the 1990s, promoting the declaration of foreign items when entering Australia

20 years on: Remembering one-of-a-kind wildlife warrior Steve Irwin

On September 4, it will be two decades since Australia last heard our beloved crocodile hunter exclaim “Crikey, mate!” with that unmistakeable grin.

Pool legend of thirty years farewells “second home”

After 30 years of dedicated service, Jenny Green is bidding farewell to her beloved Centenary Pool as it closes for Olympic redevelopment. “I fell in love with Centenary and that’s ...

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Business

Dazzling fashion finalists announced

The Women in Fashion award finalists have been announced, an incredible array of women in fashion as well as local charities and photographers.

From foreign shores to the stars: jeweller inspired by travels

When New Farm’s Lisa Sinclair-Robinson moves, she scintillates. Silver and gold catches the light in an electric dance from her collarbones to her fingers.

Waltons: From shopping destination to abandoned relic

The currently derelict Waltons department store building in Fortitude Valley has a long history, first built in 1899 for William James Overell's drapery business.

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Arts & Culture

Queensland debut short earns four AFIN nominations

Brisbane actress and filmmaker Simona Varga has turned a deeply personal story into her directorial debut, with her Queensland-made short film Marbles.

Brisbane Writers Festival unveils program with a story for everyone

Brisbane Writers Festival returns to Brisbane Powerhouse from 8–11 October, bringing together more than 200 Australian and international artists.

Move aside, ‘common’ people are here to dance!

Performers from four to 89 years old will battle it out through dance at the Common People Dance Eisteddfod as it marks its eighth year at Brisbane Festival.

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Features

Local News

Story Bridge Adventure Climb swings to new heights

The Story Bridge Adventure Climb is running a new, death-defying tour featuring a rope swing more than...

Parking space stolen in Bowen Hills

Yellow paint has appeared on Thompson Street in Bowen Hills, removing a legitimate free parking space...

Ascot school’s own Hobbiton

Ascot State School, with the help of the community, has transformed the girl’s bathroom from a plain...

Geranium and Pelargonium Society celebrates 75th anniversary

The Geranium and Pelargonium Society is celebrating their 75th anniversary on September 5 with a Plant...

Local BBQ legend beats cancer

Aussie Rules player Straun Beamish has received the Bunnings Legend of the Tongs local hero award for...

100 years of St Andrew's: A legacy of community in Lutwyche

St Andrew's Anglican Church in Lutwyche will hold a centenary celebration on August 2, marking 100 years...

Hamilton Rotary’s next chapter

The Rotary Club of Hamilton has welcomed its new president, Neil Bray, during its annual Changeover...

3rd Space’s fresh face hopes to address homelessness

3rd Space’s new CEO Matthew Kearney has his work cut out for him in his new role as head of the Fortitude...

Hamilton Rotary Craft Beer Festival a frothy fundraiser for community

As Hamilton Rotary gears up for their third annual Craft Beer Festival this August, President Victor...

Plastic turns fantastic at Cook Apartments

A New Farm apartment building has donated more than $2,000 to local charity 3rd Space through Containers...

Brisbane Marathon Festival to limit inner city suburb access

Sunday, June 7 will see the Brisbane Marathon Festival take place, causing major road disruptions across...

Herb society celebrates 51 years

With the annual Herb Awareness Festival on the horizon, the Queensland Herb Society looks forward to...

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