Brisbane news

Friday, September 25, 2026, 3 – 5:30pm
The Harvest Moon Festival celebration showcase will be a vibrant community cultural event celebrating the traditions and values of the Mid-Autumn Festival through a variety of live performances and interactive cultural experiences.Attendees can expect to enjoy:Chinese opera performances showcasing the artistry, costumes, music, and storytelling traditions of Chinese operatraditional and contemporary music performances featuring vocalists, in

Saturday, November 21, 2026, 5 – 9pm
It's our last home game of the season, and we're finishing it in style as Brisbane Blaze takes on the Melbourne Cobras at the State Hockey Centre!Join us for one final chance to cheer on the Blaze at home as we battle it out in an exciting showdown. Bring your friends and family, soak up the game-day atmosphere, enjoy great food and drinks, and help create a memorable send-off for the team.Let's pack the stands and finish the home season stron

Sunday, November 15, 2026, 1 – 5pm
Got nothing to do on a Sunday? The Blaze are back at the State Hockey Centre for our third home game of the season, taking on Canberra Chill in a must-see showdown! Get ready for fast-paced hockey, plenty of action, and an electric atmosphere. Round up your friends and family, grab some food and drinks, and cheer on the Blaze from the sidelines.
Venue: Colmslie Recreation Reserve, MorningsideVenue address: Colmslie Reserve, 420 Lytton

Saturday, October 24, 2026, 3 – 7pm
Join us at the State Hockey Centre for our second home game of the season as Brisbane Blaze take on Adelaide Fire in what promises to be an action-packed contest! Bring your friends and family, get behind the Blaze, and experience the excitement live.
Venue: Colmslie Recreation Reserve, MorningsideVenue address: Colmslie Reserve, 420 Lytton Road, MorningsideVenue type: ParkWaterway access facilities: Single boat ramp, Single

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 4 – 9:30pm
Wherever you are in Queensland, get ready to lace up and light up on Saturday 10 October, and walk alongside your loved ones at the MS Moonlight Walk. Raising crucial funds for Queenslanders living with a neuro condition.Pick from a 1km, 2.5km, 5km or 7.5km walk or 7.5km twilight run through Brisbane’s iconic Roma Street Parkland as it transforms into a glowing wonderland. As the sun sets, the space c

Friday, October 9, 2026, 5:30 – 9:30pm
Come on down to the State Hockey Centre and watch some of the best Hockey Players in the Country battle it out for our first-round game of the Season. Brisbane Blaze promises an entertaining game of hockey along with some great food and drinks. You won't want to miss this one!
Venue: Colmslie Recreation Reserve, MorningsideVenue address: Colmslie Reserve, 420 Lytton Road, MorningsideVenue type: ParkWaterway access facilities:&

Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9:30am – 12:15pm
Join us for a free community screening and panel discussion to learn practical knowledge that could one day help you, your family, your friends, or someone in need.Together, we can build a stronger and more compassionate community.The Power Nadeshiko Women's Empowerment Project is a community-led initiative that empowers and educates culturally and linguistically diverse communities to address gender-based and domestic and family violen

Saturday, October 3, 2026, 11am – 12pm
Join local author Deinzel Morris on the Banyan Lawn as she launches her new book 'Holy Shigamoley, WTF Just Happened?' with the Brisbane public.What happens when your life falls apart so completely that the only way forward is through the wreckage?In Holy Shigamoley, WTF Just Happened?, Deinzel Morris opens the door to the wildest, darkest, funniest, and most transformational chapter of her life.From closing a teaching business and stepping

Friday, October 2, 2026, 11am – 1pm
World-Class Voices. One Unforgettable Show.Following the success of Timeless Duets, a sold-out season of The Two Tenors – The Best of Josh Groban at Wynnum Fringe Festival, and a performance to more than 1,600 people at the prestigious Lord Mayor's City Hall Concerts, Vavachi Entertainment is delighted to return to Sandgate Town Hall with its exciting new production, The Two Tenors –

Friday, September 11, 2026, 7:30 – 9:45pm
This special after-dark tour shines a light on the lives and legacies of women whose histories echo through Queensland’s past.Carefully drawn from original sources and historical records, these true stories reveal moments of resilience, heartbreak, and triumph. As you walk by lamplight through one of Brisbane’s most iconic cemeteries, you’ll uncover the fascinating experiences of women who defied expectations,

Saturday, September 12, 2026, 4:15 – 7pm
Shri Krishna Janmashtami 2026 is a vibrant multicultural celebration organised by Shri Yog Vedant Seva Samiti, commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna and bringing together families and communities from Brisbane's Northside and across the city through culture, devotion, education, and community participation.Held in Bracken Ridge, this free, family-friendly event provides an opportunity for local residents to exper

Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1 – 7pm
Join us for a fantastic Carina movie event and bring your picnic rugs, chairs, and the whole crew to enjoy a family fun day filled with rides, games, delicious treats, and community vibes. As dusk falls, snuggle in for a magical open-air cinema experience under the stars.The event will start at 1pm and offer market stalls, games, rides, food trucks and a bar. Once the sun sets, the family movie "Bad Guys 2" will start and the night will finis

Sunday, August 30, 2026, 10am – 3:30pm
Join us as we celebrate Belmont State School’s 150th anniversary with a huge community fete filled with fun for the whole family!There’ll be something for everyone, including:ridesfood and drinkssideshow alley gamescultural performancesreptile showsdance workshopsroving performersshowbagscake stallplant stallbooks and DVDs stallface paintingrafflemoney boardand more!Bring your family, friends and neighbours along for a fantastic

Saturday, September 19, 2026
Bring your favourite teddy and join us for a special springtime edition of What’s In The Woods? It’s picnic season in the forest, and we’re setting out the rugs for a joyful, imaginative adventure. Your little one (and their bear!) are warmly invited to explore, discover, and enjoy the magic of a teddy bear's picnic.Be transported to a soft and cosy woodland, right out of a picture book, where each new season is full of natural wonders wai

Saturday, August 29, 2026, 8:30 – 9:30am
<p.Responsible dog ownership is particularly important in Brisbane, especially where dogs can impact native wildlife if not properly supervised. By keeping dogs under effective control, using leads where required, and training them to avoid chasing or disturbing wildlife, owners can help protect Brisbane’s unique natural environment while ensuring enjoyable and safe experiences for everyone.The Leave It training sessions provide f