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Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 11am – 12pm
A commemorative ceremony will be held in memory of those who served and those who made the supreme sacrifice in the Vietnam War.This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan on 18 August 1966. On that fateful day, one third of D Company, 6th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, were killed or wounded.D Company lost 17 soldiers killed in action, with another 24 wounded, one of whom died nine days later. An Armoured Person

Saturday, August 15, 2026, 1 – 3pm
Join the Outdoor Gallery Exhibition AMPLIFY ME! artists for a vibrant and creative catch-up in the lush Town Square of Fish Lane, as the space comes alive with art, conversation and sound.This relaxed Drop-In and Draw session invites you to stay for 10 minutes or the whole time, pull up a chair and sketch alongside the artists as the city moves around you. They’ll share tips, prompts and insights into their drawing processes, creating a we

Saturday, July 25, 2026, 4 – 5pm
Join us online for an insightful artist talk with two Brisbane-based artists, Ruby Herrenberg and Marcus Nunn. This session will showcase new animations and creative practices as part of the accessible public programming for AMPLIFY ME!, currently on display in Brisbane City Council's Outdoor Gallery.Be part of the celebration as both artists showcase new animated artworks created in collaboration with Brisbane animator, Helena Papageorgiou. Hear

Sunday, July 5, 2026, 4:30 – 5:30pm
Celebrate NAIDOC Week by joining First Nations artist Duane Doyle for an artist's talk and showcase of a new collaborative animation.Come together online to celebrate NAIDOC Week with First Nations artist and arts facilitator Duane Doyle, as part of the accessible public programming for AMPLIFY ME!, currently showing in Brisbane City Council's Outdoor Gallery.Join Duane Doyle and AMPLIFY ME! curator, Nicole Crosswell, for a conversational deep

Sunday, July 5, 2026, 12 – 12:45am
Post-yarning activity workshop: Extend your journey with hands-on creative activities for all ages.Create your own Mili (Jellyfish) pendant to wear or take home, and contribute to the making of large illuminated Yalanji woven spheres - '97collective artworks that will glow and light up the night sky at The Turbine Platform.
Venue: Brisbane Powerhouse, New FarmVenue address: Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington Street, New FarmVenue type:

Sunday, July 5, 2026, 11am – 2pm
Join us this school holiday at Brisbane Powerhouse for Virtual Binkinba on Sunday 5 July.Developed by creative technologist Brett Leavy (Bilbie XR Labs & Virtual Songlines), this immersive digital heritage project offers a unique look at the pre-colonial landscape of the Brisbane River and New Farm area. The one-day exclusive experience highlights First Nations technology and navigation, diverse flora and fauna, and significant sites such as t

Sunday, July 5, 2026, 1 – 1:40pm
Bulkaway Muruku (Yarn Together) is a grounding and connected NAIDOC Week showcase of story, song and interactive experiences.Presented by Cre8tive Nations and Brisbane City Council, in support with Creative Bama Connections and Brisbane Powerhouse, this immersive yarning experience (featuring the Kuku Yalanji story Kuyu Kuyu Wanjabu) invites audiences to step into the story - '97moving, responding, and working together to help return a lost fish s

Sunday, July 5, 2026, 11 – 11:45am
Bulkaway Muruku (Yarn Together) is a grounding and connected NAIDOC Week showcase of story, song and interactive experiences.Presented by Cre8tive Nations and Brisbane City Council, in support with Creative Bama Connections and Brisbane Powerhouse, this immersive yarning experience (featuring the Kuku Yalanji story Kuyu Kuyu Wanjabu) invites audiences to step into the story - '97moving, responding, and working together to help return a lost fish