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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
The IOC has voted and named Brisbane the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Host City! #Brisbane2032 @IOCmedia
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Brisbane will light up purple tonight for @WeThe15 , a movement celebrating the 15% of the world’s population with a disability and reminding us of the role we all play in creating a more inclusive world ahead of the @Paralympics . 💜 #WeThe15
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
The #StoryBridge and #CityHall will light up tonight in rainbow colours in recognition of the Yes vote 🌈
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Whackadoo! You can now catch a glimpse of Brisbane’s beloved @OfficialBlueyTV along Stafford Road, for real life! 🤩 This amazing artwork has been painted by @WePlayLudo as part of our Artforce Brisbane program:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
Brisbane is lit up tonight to show solidarity with the people of the United States & LGBTI community.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
4 years
From Friday, we’re turning off every parking meter across Brisbane so residents who still need to go to work have one less thing to worry about. For more information:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Brisbane will turn pink tonight in memory of Hannah Clarke and her three children Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey, one year on. 💗 Their legacy lives on through the Small Steps 4 Hannah Foundation.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
We’re showing support tonight for International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia & Biphobia. #IDAHOT
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
9 years
Tonight #StoryBridge will be lit blue, white & red to show solidarity with France & all those affected. #Prayers4Paris
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
The International Olympic Committee has named Brisbane as the preferred host for the 2032 games!🏅To celebrate, the Story Bridge, Victoria Bridge and City Hall will be lit in Olympic colours for the next three nights.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
Our newly wrapped CityCat has roared into town! Keep an eye out for the Brisbane Roar CityCat on the #BrisbaneRiver
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
We will fly flags on Council facilities at half-mast tomorrow, in recognition and as a sign of respect for our bus driver.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
We’re showing support tonight for International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia #IDAHOT
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
Have you seen the new projection on the William Jolly Bridge? Thanks to 9 yr old Jorja who won our Ekka competition!
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Brisbane Festival is over for another year! Thanks to all for making it so special - we can’t wait for next year. #Brisfest #bneculture
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
Happy New Year Brisbane!
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. Lest we forget. #AnzacDay
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
This cherry blossom tree is blooming right here in Brisbane! 🌸 Visit the Japanese Garden at the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha to take in the tranquillity of the gardens this week:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Happy New Year Brisbane!
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
If you can’t make it this morning, join us at #SouthBank tonight at Olympics Live as we eagerly wait for the IOC vote on the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games proposal! #brisbane2032
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
Our city lights will be rainbow coloured tonight in support of International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia & Biphobia #IDAHOT . Image by @paintedrust via Instagram.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Be part of Olympics Live each day at South Bank to experience the action of @Tokyo2020 ! Cheer on the @AUSOlympicTeam on the big screen, have a go at sports, meet your Olympic heroes and celebrate with family and friends! #HaveAGo
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
1 year
Brisbane landmarks will be lit white tonight in honour of those who have lost their lives in the devastating earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria, as well as the brave rescuers doing their best to save others. 🤍
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
🎉The Mud Army 2.0 has done it! 🎉 Due to today’s incredible effort, the Mud Army 2.0 can now put down their tools 💗 Thank you to all of the volunteers who have provided their support and for everyone’s hard work on the ground @VolunteeringQld #mudarmy #bnefloods
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
9 years
In addition to the #StoryBridge , we will also light #CityHall tonight in blue, white & red. #PrayforParis
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
4 years
The newest mini additions to our ferry fleet, the KittyCats, have officially hit the water! The new look catamarans can hold up to 60 passengers. Find out more: .
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Good luck to the @lionsaflw who are playing in the #AFLW grand final this afternoon! #AllForOne #AllForTheFlag
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Hosting the games will create a legacy that means more than four weeks of sport – it will provide a 10-year runway to #Brisbane2032 and a 10-year legacy afterwards. Brisbane will benefit from jobs, tourism, trade, and an estimated $8.1 billion boost to the Qld economy.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Tonight the Story Bridge & City Hall will be lit to show solidarity with the people of Great Britain & all affected.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Once the sun sets tonight, look up to see an eye-catching celestial display from approximately 7:40pm to 10:50pm! A total lunar eclipse is set to delight stargazers and Brisbane has one of the best seats in the house.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
4 years
From tonight until 16 April, we're lighting City Hall, Story Bridge & Victoria Bridge green in support of health workers who are working hard to keep Brisbane residents and visitors safe and well during the coronavirus pandemic 💚 Find support and info at
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
4 years
Today marks 80 years since the Story Bridge was officially opened! The bridge was built between May 1935 and 1940 and today it carries approximately 100,000 vehicles across the Brisbane River each day.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
4 years
The Story Bridge, Victoria Bridge and Reddacliff Place will be lit green until 30 June in honour of our parks and park workers, who have helped us remain active, healthy and connected throughout the coronavirus pandemic #GoGreenForParks
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
9 years
Despite the rainy weather, today we welcomed home our beloved #Brisbane sign. #TeamBNE
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
🌧️ Flood warning for Brisbane: Overnight flows from the upper catchments into the Brisbane River, combined with possible Wivenhoe Dam releases, will coincide with tomorrow morning’s high tide (7-8am). Read more:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
Merry Christmas Brisbane!
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Brisbane was shining bright in red, blue and green last night to mark the start of the @Tokyo2020 @Paralympics ❤️💙💚 We can’t wait to cheer on the @AusParalympics team as they go for gold! #ReadySetTokyo
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
City Hall flags will fly at half-mast today, and the Story Bridge, Victoria Bridge and City Hall will be lit in red, white and blue this evening, in honour of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
For #RemembranceDay the Story Bridge will be lit up red to honour those that have served. #LestWeForget
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
Overnight flows into the Brisbane River could result in water entering properties in some areas. Check our updated map to see if your property has been identified to be at risk of river flooding: #bnestorm #bneweather #bneflood
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
Brisbane and surrounding areas are currently experiencing heavy rain fall and flooding. We encourage all residents to stay at home if possible, and remember to not drive or walk through flood water. If it’s flooded forget it. #bnestorm #bneweather
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
For #RemembranceDay the Story Bridge will be lit up red to honour those that have served. #LestWeForget
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Tonight the Story Bridge & City Hall will be lit to show solidarity with the people of Great Britain & all affected.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
It’s been one year since #Brisbane was announced as Host City of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games! Tonight, landmarks across the city will be lit #greenandgold to celebrate! @Paralympics @Olympics @AUSParalympics @AUSOlympicTeam
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
The pilot metro has arrived in Brisbane! The metro will undergo testing on our roads and busways throughout 2022, marking a major milestone for the Brisbane Metro project. Learn more:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Did you hear? #Brisbane was voted the world's 10th most liveable city in @TheEIU Global Liveability Index! Congrats to @CityofAdelaide @cityofmelbourne @CityofPerth who also featured in the top 10 list. #Liveability
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
City Hall, Story Bridge & Victoria Bridge will be lit red, white & blue to show solidarity with the people of Great Britain.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
To show solidarity with the people of Belgium, sites across the city will be lit black, yellow & red tonight.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
The @AUSOlympicTeam has put on some incredible performances this week at #Tokyo2020 and now Brisbane-based superstars @TaliquaClancy and @MariafeADS have secured SILVER in the beach volleyball! Congratulations! 🥈 #TokyoTogether
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
1 year
We’ve decked the aisles of our buses to fill your travels with #Christmas cheer this holiday season! 🚍🌟 Catch a ride on a festive bus until the end of December. Find out more about what’s on in Brisbane this Christmas:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
A world-class #BrisbaneMetro is on the way to reduce your inner-city travel time by up to 50%
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Congrats Sherwood Depot for winning best Christmas-themed bus for 2016! Our decorated buses will spread #merrybrismas cheer all month long.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Calling all aspiring growers, food lovers, and waste warriors – the Grow it Local Spring Festival will run until 30 November with a line-up of free, live digital workshops with some of Australia’s favourite gardening experts! Find out more
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
Damaging winds, hail and heavy rainfall have been forecast this evening. Find out more: Thank you Mark Brizzypix Coleman for capturing this image.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Tonight the Victoria Bridge will be lit orange to celebrate Jeff Horn's win in the Battle of Brisbane. Congratulations Jeff!
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
We’re excited to unveil plans for the new Mt Coot-tha zipline, treetop canopy tour and suspension bridge! Head to one of our information sessions to find out more
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
To celebrate QPAC’s Out of the Box Festival, we’re projecting artworks made by children onto the William Jolly Bridge from 27 June-1 July. @atqpac #williamjollybridge #BNEPublicArt #ootbfestival #outoftheboxfestival #brisbaneanyday #viewsofbrisbane
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
Congratulations to Virginia Depot who won this year’s Christmas bus decorating competition. Keep an eye out for them throughout Dec. #merrybrismas #christmasinbrisbane
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
See how the new Kangaroo Point Green Bridge will come together when construction gets underway later this year. Join an upcoming information session to find out more about the design and construction of the bridge:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
City-shaping projects like Brisbane Metro, Green Bridges and the Victoria Park transformation are already underway and will be important infrastructure to support the #Brisbane2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
We’re shining a light on our City Botanic Gardens by illuminating two fig trees with 50,000 energy efficient LEDs.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
Rainfall is predicted to continue across Brisbane today. Be prepared for changing conditions by signing up for our Early Warning Alert Service: 🌧️ #bneweather
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
Thank you to Brisbane’s own 8/9 Battalion RAR for an impressive parade today.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
Calling Brisbane cafes! Sign-up to receive 20 free reusable cups to give away as part of our reusable cup campaign. Every little thing can make a big difference and help keep Brisbane clean, green and sustainable. #reusebne #brisbanecitycouncil
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
4 years
We're projecting Arkie Barton’s artwork ‘Mpampaintji Pintjamu’ onto the William Jolly Bridge until 24 May. Find out more at .
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
Tomorrow marks 10 years to go until the start of the Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games, so we're lighting our iconic Brisbane landmarks green and gold tonight to celebrate!
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Breaking news Brisbane! We spotted Santa and his sleigh flying over City Hall tonight! 🎅 Not long now until he visits all the lucky boys and girls in Brisbane. 🎁
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
The Story Bridge, Victoria Bridge, City Hall & Reddacliff Place sculptures will be lit #maroon tonight to support @QLDMaroons #Origin #QLDER
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
Great scenes in Queen Street Mall this afternoon! Thanks to all the #PurpleSquad who came to celebrate @FirebirdsQld
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
The @IOCmedia decision is an exciting vote for Brisbane and one which our city can be immensely proud of for years to come. #Brisbane2032
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
It's very important that you do not drive through floodwaters. Floodwaters across Brisbane could still be very deep. Remember, if it's flooded, forget it. #bneweather #bnestorm #bneflood @QPSmedia @QldFES
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
We’re reliving the moment Brisbane was named the Host City of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games through some of the incredible snaps of our city lit up to celebrate! 🎆 Find out more about #Brisbane2032 :
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Spring has sprung ☀ The jacarandas are coming! #viewsofbrisbane #springtime
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
. @HeatBBL take on the Sydney 6ers tonight. Prepare your emergency kit to hit severe weather for six! #bnestorm @qldcricket
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
If you need access to sandbags, please head to one of our four sandbag locations: ⛈️Darra - South Depot, 38 Shamrock Road ⛈️Morningside - Balmoral Depot, 9 Redfern Street ⛈️Newmarket - SES Depot, 66 Wilston Road ⛈️Zillmere - North Depot, 33 Jennings Street. #bneweather #bnestorm
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Have you seen the latest designs for the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge? The bridge and its city landing presents several opportunities for new dining, drinking and event spaces, helping to create an iconic destination and new riverside space:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Library Amnesty 2016 resulted in 38,946 cans (21.4 tonnes) of food donated to @FoodbankQLD & 3185 'lost' books returned to libraries.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
1 year
We want your input on the draft Walkable Brisbane strategy! Submit your feedback by 27 July to help make walking in our city an enjoyable transport choice for people of all ages and abilities. Have your say:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
Breaking news Brisbane! Santa is coming to town! His sleigh has been spotted flying over Brisbane tonight! 🎅 Not long now until he visits all the lucky boys and girls in Brisbane. 🎁
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
The William Jolly Bridge will be lit up with kids art to celebrate #OutOfTheBoxFestival .
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Brisbane will be shining in green and gold tonight to mark the opening ceremony of #Tokyo2020 and to celebrate #Brisbane2032 ! 💚💛 @AUSOlympicTeam #TokyoTogether
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
Congratulations to the @FirebirdsQld on their spectacular win today! #PurpleSquad #BackToBack
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 years
Merry Christmas Brisbane!
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
We’re building new green bridges to make it even easier to walk or ride between West End, Toowong and St Lucia, as well as the University of Queensland. Have your say on the proposed alignment options for each bridge:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
Check out Brisbane's Victoria Bridge and city skyline on 15 October 1976 to how it looks today! For more on Brisbane's history, visit:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
4 years
Have you tried out the new Mt Coot-tha shuttle bus service yet? Find out more and spend a day exploring Mt Coot-tha soon:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Botanica: Contemporary Art Outside is taking over the City Botanic Gardens from 5pm tomorrow! Get hands on with interactive artworks, join a free guided tour, or enjoy food trucks and a pop-up bar on the weekend: #BNEbotanica
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
7 months
@twtrrr Hi Imogen. I'll log a request for a parking officer to come out. Could you please send me the address? Thanks, Emma.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
Based on the severe weather warnings from the @BOM_Qld , the @QldGov recommends residents stay home and off the roads until around midday on Saturday (5 March, 2022). More info:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
We have two evacuations centres open in Brisbane for residents. ☔ Sleeman Sports Complex, Chandler Arena, Chandler. ☔ Kedron Wavell Services Club, Kedron Wavell Heights RSL, Chermside. Animals are welcome at the Sleeman Sports Complex evacuation centre.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
8 years
We are proud to be awarded the 2016 Employer of the Year at the 10th National Disability Awards for our DisABILITY ACTION at WORK program.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
6 years
This art-meets-technology water fountain, light and laser spectacular illuminates the night in a spellbinding celebration of our Brisbane River. Don’t miss it at @BrisFestival
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Explore some of the top spots to see Brisbane’s beautiful jacarandas in bloom. Read more in the latest edition of Living in Brisbane
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
4 years
Brisbane’s most iconic landmarks will be lit yellow until 5 August to support National Missing Persons Week 💛
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
Brisbane will be home to 18 of the 32 Olympic competition venues within SEQ and other key venues including the International Broadcast Centre, Main Press Centre and Olympic and Paralympic Games Athlete’s Village. #Brisbane2032 @iocmedia
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
2 years
City Cats, Kitty Cats and Council operated bus services will not operate until further notice. More info:
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
3 years
We’re welcoming our Olympians and Paralympians home from the #Tokyo2020 Games at King George Square! Head down before 1pm to be part of the celebrations or tune in live on Channel 7.
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@brisbanecityqld
Brisbane City
5 years
Have you spotted SAM in your suburb? Over the next few weeks, our Speed Awareness Monitor will be helping you get home safely by hopping around more than 145 locations across Brisbane 🐰🥕😄
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