Brisbane's best businesses get shortlisted

Thirty-seven Brisbane companies have been named as finalists for the 2010 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards, an initiative now in its fifth year.

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BIGSOUND summit brings music leaders to Brisbane

More than 60 bands from around Australia will perform for the leading lights in the contemporary music industry for a three day music summit that opens in Brisbane today.

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Celebrate sale season with The Tribune Brisbane

The Tribune Brisbane will launch this year’s most stylish end of season sale on Saturday the 11th of September, with up to 90% off a selection of exclusive luxury and emerging designer labels in store.

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Queen Street Mall still one of most in demand retail spaces in Australia – Jones Lang LaSalle

Brisbane’s Queen Street Mall remains one of the most in-demand retail spaces in Australia according to Jones Lang LaSalle following an off-market lease deal done for circa $3,500sqm by Retail Leasing Negotiator Emile Traversari.

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Brisbane Festival opens with QBE Riverfire - 4 September

Brisbane’s skyline, riverbanks, balconies and backyards will be illuminated and alive with activity on Saturday 4 September as Queensland celebrates the opening of Brisbane Festival 2010 with the annual QBE Riverfire.

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Valentino Up Late begins this Friday

The Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) will be open Up Late every Friday night from Friday 3 September to Friday 12 November during the ‘Valentino, Retrospective: Past/Present/Future’ exhibition.

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Bigger is better at Oktoberfest Brisbane 2010 – 8 to 10 & 15 to 17 October

Australia’s most authentic Oktoberfest, Oktoberfest Brisbane, is back even bigger and better in 2010 from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 and Friday 15 to Sunday 17 October at the RNA Showgrounds

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BIGSOUND update – 8 to 10 September

BIGSOUND Live is proud to announce Washington has joined the official line-up of showcasing artists again this year, alongside Canadian outfit Amos the Transparent and respected Brisbane artist Katie Noonan

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Brisbane Sounds and 4ZZZ FM Radio Present The Brisbane Music Pop-Up Shop

In a week where you thought the music of Brisbane could not be more well represented, Brisbane Sounds in partnership with 4ZZZ FM Radio are pleased to announce the very first Brisbane music pop-up shop which will be open free to the public from Friday 10th September until Sunday 12th September in the TCB building of Brunswick St Mall, Fortitude Valley.

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Brisbane's hidden gems revealed - Insider Guide for International Students

Brisbane's international students now have the scoop on Australia's new world city thanks to the inaugural Brisbane Insider Guide 2010/11 which reveals unique events, attractions, how to get around the city and other useful information that will help them explore and enjoy Brisbane's friendly and welcoming communities.

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Valley Fiesta first program announcement – 10 to 12 September

Valley Fiesta 2010 is set to ignite the Valley entertainment precinct. With a killer line up of incredible indie bands, as well as some new initiatives, Valley Fiesta 2010 promises to deliver a vibrant and diverse program of arts, music, food and fashion on Friday 10, Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 September

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Andy Roddick and Sam Stosur revealed as the first star signings for the Brisbane International 2011 - 2 to 9 January 2011

Australia’s No.1 player Samantha Stosur and former No.1, current No.9 and 2010 Brisbane International men’s singles champion Andy Roddick, will headline the Brisbane International in 2011.

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Exclusive Valentino, Retrospective exhibition viewing packages

Treat clients, colleagues and friends to one of the Gallery of Modern Art’s exclusive exhibition packages – Champagne Breakfasts or Twilight Drinks and Canapés, including a private viewing of ‘Valentino, Retrospective: Past/Present/Future’

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Brisbane Airport breaks monthly passenger record

For the first time Brisbane Airport had a record 1,792,000 passengers through the airport within a month, breaking the previous record by 30,000 passengers, and showing strong signs of returning passenger growth.

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Valentino, Retrospective exclusive to Brisbane - showing until 14 November

A major retrospective exhibition of the House of Valentino is open exclusively in Australia at the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) until 14 November, 2010.

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WICKED flies into Brisbane with exclusive corporate packages

After working its magic on more than a million Australian theatre lovers in Sydney and Melbourne, the Broadway hit stage musical WICKED is heading to Brisbane in January and the show’s official packaging partner Showbiz, has announced a series of specially created and exclusive event experiences

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BCEC to host influential industry conference

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) will host the 6th Annual Associations Forum National Conference in 2011 – Australia’s premier event for professionals working in the not-for-profit sector.

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Brisbane Airport welcomes Australia’s most sustainable data centre

Premier Anna Bligh today opened Australia’s most energy efficient data centre at Brisbane Airport, signaling a new era of sustainability in built design.

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Brisbane Boat Show names their very own Master Chef

Brisbane Boat Show has hooked top celebrity chef, Bart Beek as this year’s expert following the success of his appearance last year. The Channel 10 Escape with ET chef said his interactive live cooking demonstrations would include tips on preparing delicious dishes using simple cooking techniques that are achievable while onboard a boat

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Brisbane's biggest fun run set to attract 50,000 runners

Brisbane’s biggest fun run is set to smash participant records this year with more than 52,000 people expected to lace up their sneakers and pound the pavement at the annual Bridge to Brisbane on Sunday 29 August.

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Gallery continues its success

On the back of the Ron Mueck exhibition, which opened in May and attracted almost 70,000 more people in Brisbane than in Melbourne, the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) has added another feather to its cap, with the highly anticipated opening of the exclusive Valentino, Retrospective: Past/Present/Future exhibition.

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Portal Hotel launches Australia's first "Ladies Only” floor

In what is believed to be an Australian first, The Portal Hotel is launching a “Ladies Only” floor.

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Brisbane Innovation Scorecard

The inaugural Brisbane Innovation Scorecard - produced by Brisbane Marketing in collaboration with Deloitte, University of Queensland Business School, Brisbane City Council and Queensland Government - shows that an increasing number of globally competitive Brisbane companies take an ‘open approach’ to innovation, inspired by external sources.

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Wicked tickets on sale Now

Since the announcement that the worldwide smash hit musical phenomenon, WICKED, will make it’s way north to Brisbane, records have been smashed with thousands of Queenslanders already purchasing tickets to the must-see event of 2011. WICKED will open in Brisbane at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC on Sunday 16 January 2011.

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Get in quick for Vodafone Ashes tickets

Tickets for the first day of the opening Vodafone Ashes series Test match at the Gabba are almost gone, with less than 100 remaining for public sale.

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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival starts this week

The anticipated Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival – Brisbane, hosted by South Bank will kick off this Friday 6 August with an unprecedented number of designers and retailers participating in this year’s event.

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Valentino retrospective to open exclusively in Brisbane this week - 7 August to 14 November

A major retrospective exhibition of the House of Valentino will open exclusively at the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) this Saturday 7 August and run until 14 November, 2010.

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Brisbane celebrates 50 years of boats, bait and boards – 26 to 29 August

Whether it’s casting a line or cruising Queensland’s waters in style, this year’s Brisbane Boat Show from Thursday 26 to Sunday 29 August, will have something for everyone as it celebrates its 50th anniversary

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Brisbane Festival 2010 programme launched

Brisbane Festival Artistic Director Noel Staunton recently launched his first festival programme in spectacular fashion at the Plaza in front of the Brisbane Powerhouse

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Brisbane’s BIGSOUND 2010 line up gets bigger – 8 to 10 September

BIGSOUND 2010 continues to grow with more world-class speakers and artists joining the conference and festival line up in Brisbane from Wednesday 8 to Friday 10 September

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Qantas Wallabies take on world champion Springboks this Saturday night - 24 July

The Qantas Wallabies will open their six-match Bundaberg Red Tri Nations campaign on home soil, playing the world champions South Africa at Suncorp Stadium this Saturday 24 July.

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Wicked tickets on sale from 2 August

Since the announcement that the worldwide smash hit musical phenomenon, WICKED, will make it’s way north to Brisbane, records have been smashed with over 10,000 Queenslanders already registered on the online waitlist to purchase the first tickets to the must-see event of 2011. WICKED will open in Brisbane at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC on Sunday 16 January 2011

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Brisbane Lions roar through winter

After finishing sixth and making the 2009 Semi-Finals under the new 'Lion Kings' – Coach Michael Voss and Captain Jonathan Brown – the Brisbane Lions are desperate to rekindle their all-out assault on this year’s AFL Premiership

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Tickets now on sale for Brisbane test against Springboks – 24 July

Tickets are now on sale through Ticketek for the Qantas Wallabies’ opening match of the Bundaberg Red Tri Nations series against the world champion Springboks on 24 July at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane

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Vodafone Ashes Series travel packages on sale now

The Cricket Australia Travel Office (CATO) Vodafone Ashes Series 2010-11 travel packages are on sale now, the perfect solution for hungry cricket fans desperate to secure their spot at next season’s highly anticipated Vodafone Ashes Series, from Thursday 25 to Monday 29 November in Brisbane

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Vibrant young stars set to find fame - until 1 August

Produced by John Frost and directed and choreographed by So You Think You Can Dance’s Kelley Abbey, the musical that inspired new generations to fight for fame and light up the sky like a flame is back

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BCEC celebrates 15 years of achievement

The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre this month celebrates 15 years of consistently strong financial and operational performance and widespread international acclaim.

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Enable2010 is about Brisbane ‘enabling innovation'

Enable2010 is a bold new initiative to showcase Brisbane as a centre of world-class innovation and collaboration, with a range of events planned from July 19 to 28.

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2010 Bundaberg Rum Series – Qantas Wallabies v Ireland this Saturday - 26 June

Suncorp Stadium will be a sea of gold and green on Saturday 26 June when the Qantas Wallabies meet Ireland, in their only Australian test this year, as part of the Bundaberg Red Rugby Series

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Brisbane Roar FC v Everton FC – 17 July

Brisbane Roar will play Everton Football Club for the annual Queensland Roars Against Racism match on Saturday 17 July, in conjunction with the Queensland State Government and Multicultural Affairs Queensland

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Last chance to see Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones - until 27 June

The Queensland Art Gallery's exclusive Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones exhibition, which features hats worn by Camilla Parker-Bowles, Marlene Dietrich, Mick Jagger and Kylie Minogue will come to a close this week on Sunday 27 June.

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Brisbane 'a goldmine for innovation'

Brisbane is the best place in the world for mining technology firms to base themselves, young industry mastermind Andrew Jessett says.

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Growth in the pipeline

With its workforce rising from three to 220 and profits increasing by close to 200 per cent in just two years, Pipe and Civil Constructions has emerged as a leader in the pipeline industry.

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How business smarts and technology won the day

Flashback ... Adrian Di Marco (centre) wins the Business Person of the Year award in 2009. Photo: Daniel Hurst

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World recognition for BCEC's environmental achievements

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has won a major international industry award for its environmental leadership.

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Brisbane’s premier business awards now open

Lord Mayor Campbell Newman together with Brisbane Marketing has today launched the fifth annual Lord Mayor’s Business Awards (LMBA).

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Who are the best of Brisbane?

Brisbane businesses will have the opportunity from today to win a prestigious award that could set them ahead of the pack.

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Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre chef to represent Australia

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Senior Sous Chef, Russell Clarke has been selected to represent Australia at the world’s most prestigious cooking competition in France.

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Brisbane Roar to host Everton – 17 July

Brisbane Roar has announced Everton Football Club as its opponents for the annual Queensland Roars Against Racism match in conjunction with the Queensland State Government and Multicultural Affairs Queensland.

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Classic cars return to Mount Coot-tha this weekend - 29 to 30 May

The proud history of Brisbane motorsport will come alive this Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 May with a race of classic cars and motorcycles up Brisbane’s iconic Mount Coot-tha.

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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane, hosted by South Bank launches 2010 program

The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane, hosted by South Bank 2010 program was officially launched last week, promising to be more exciting than ever before with an unprecedented number of designers and retailers participating in this year’s event.

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World Press Photo 2010 – 5 to 27 June

World Press Photo 2010 marks the fourth year the exhibition has made Brisbane Powerhouse one of its world tour destinations. The annual photojournalism competition that captures ‘the year that was’ will visit the venue from Saturday 5 June to Sunday 27 June.

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Brisbane goes green for famil

Brisbane Marketing recently teamed up with Business Events Australia and local operators to host the city’s first “green theme” familiarisation.

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Ricki-Lee Live in Concert at Brisbane Racefest

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Trio to spruik the river city

THREE locals are among a team of international students selected to help improve Brisbane’s global standing as a premier study destination.

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Nobel Prize winner and international experts to speak at Brisbane convention

Nobel Prize winner Dr Mark Howden (2007 joint winner with Al Gore and others from the International Panel on Climate Change) is one of a host of world-recognised presenters speaking at this year’s International Pulse Trades and Industry Convention in Brisbane.

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Double-header confirmed for Suncorp Stadium - 18 June

Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium will host a Round 15 Telstra Premiership double-header as part of an action-packed week of Rugby League in Queensland that includes Game 2 of the Harvey Norman State of Origin Series

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Hewitt to lead Luczak, Ball and Hanley on clay in Brisbane - 7 to 9 May

Peter Luczak, Carsten Ball and Paul Hanley will join former World No.1 Lleyton Hewitt in the Australian team to play Japan in their Asia Oceania second round tie in Brisbane next month.

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Scenic Rim Artists Open Doors To Their Studios In May

Scenic Rim artists are preparing to throw open the doors to their workspaces in the latest instalment of the Studios of the Scenic Rim project.

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International Cuban Ballet sensation exclusive to Brisbane

Premier and Arts Minister Anna Bligh today announced the internationally-acclaimed Ballet Naçional de Cuba (National Ballet of Cuba) will bring its exuberant and sensual style of classical ballet to Australia for an exclusive Brisbane season at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC).

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Ipswich City Council Launches New Visitor Guide for the City

Ipswich’s many and varied attractions are now showcased in the city’s new visitor guide launched tonight at the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre.

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The 2010 Dreaming festival programme announced - 11 to14 June

In partnership with Brisbane Marketing, The Dreaming, Australia’s International Indigenous festival has announced the programme for 2010. The Dreaming is held over the June long weekend from Friday 11 to Monday 14 June, on Jinibara Country an hour north of Brisbane

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Single session Davis Cup tickets go on sale today

Single Session tickets to the highly anticipated Davis Cup by BNP Paribas, to be held in Brisbane from Friday 7 to Sunday 9 May, will go on sale today Wednesday 14 April

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ARIA Restaurant’s Matt Moran leads all star culinary lineup for the 2010 Variety of Chefs Dinner

It’s the lineup Brisbane foodies have been waiting for … Matt Moran from ARIA. Ben O’Donoghue from Masterchef. David Pugh from Restaurant II. Russell Armstrong from Barolo. Shane Bailey from Berardo’s at Noosa. Kim Machin from Urbane. PJ McMillan from Harvey’s.

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Brisbane Airport farewells noisy jet aircraft

Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Limited (BAC) has welcomed the Federal Government’s ban on older noisy jet aircraft from 1 September 2010 at major Australian airports.

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Tiger expands its paw print to Brisbane

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Brisbane Powerhouse is Ten

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Bigger than ever Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show and National 4x4 and Outdoors Show

The sixth annual Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show and National 4x4 and Outdoors Show reeled in record crowds for the second year in a row this weekend with over 35,000 people passing through the gates of the RNA Showgrounds.

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MBFF 2010: date & venue announcement

The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane is pleased to announce the date and venue for this year’s festival ...

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BCEC presents new art initiative

In a move that promises to cause much interest with visiting delegates and guests, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has established the first permanent art space in an Australian convention centre – a brand new, purpose built gallery to display its art collection, which boasts major works by some of Australia’s most significant artists.

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Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show and National 4x4 and Outdoors Expo to open tomorrow

If you cast it, pitch it, launch it or drive it, it will be found at the RNA Showgrounds tomorrow when the annual Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show and National 4x4 Show opens for the sixth time.

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Emporium Hotel announces the Easter Indulgence Escape 2010

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3 mobile Ashes Series travel packages on sale now

The Cricket Australia Travel Office (CATO) 3 mobile Ashes Series 2010-11 travel packages are on sale now, the perfect solution for hungry cricket fans desperate to secure their spot at next season’s highly anticipated 3 mobile Ashes Series, from Thursday 25 to Monday 29 November in Brisbane

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Brisbane Lions set to roar louder in 2010

After finishing sixth and making the 2009 Semi-Finals under 'Lion Kings' Senior Coach Michael Voss and Club Captain Jonathan Brown, the Brisbane Lions are fired up to renew their all-out assault on this year’s AFL Premiership

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Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones opens next weekend - 27 March

The Queensland Art Gallery is the exclusive Australian venue for a spectacular exhibition exploring the art of millinery opening on Saturday 27 March.

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Overseas students celebrated

The public are invited to attend a day of free live music and entertainment celebrating international students at Brisbane's Reddacliff place this Saturday.

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IDENTITY 2010 is looking hot

Last year the Treasury Casino & Hotel brought you stunning jewels, Harleys, killer heels and couture from some of the world’s hottest labels. IDENTITY 2010 will not disappoint.

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Australian assault on association events market

A new initiative to increase the number and size of international association conventions being held in Australia has been launched by Tourism Australia, the Association of Australian Convention Bureaux (AACB) Inc and industry partners across the country including Brisbane Marketing and the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.

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Bigger array of boats at Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show

The 2010 Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show will feature the largest array of new boats ever seen in the history of the event with nine exhibitors confirming they will be displaying new vessels at the RNA Showgrounds from March 19 – 21.

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BCEC Convention Advocates Partnership puts science on show

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, through their newly formed Convention Advocates Partnership brings together a group of influential and dynamic scientists, researchers and academics who are international leaders in their fields, in a collaborative partnership to boost the profile and standing of Brisbane internationally.

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One Ocean, One People, One Captivating Show

Brisbane Powerhouse presents a celebration of the sound, the music and the spirit of the Melanesian islands of Papua New Guinea and the Soloman Islands when Wan Solwora sweeps in to the Powerhouse Theatre on 31 March.

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Conqueror Campers to launch at National 4x4 and Outdoors Expo

The internationally renowned trailer manufacturer, Conqueror will launch in Australia next month with the 2010 National 4x4 and Outdoors Expo at Brisbane’s RNA Showgrounds on March 19 – 21 the only place camping enthusiasts on the eastern seaboard can get a glimpse of this luxurious and practical camper trailer range.

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APT Up Late: Contemporary music of Australia, Asia and the Pacific

A diverse selection of national and international musicians including Megan Washington, Ladyhawke and New Pants will take to the stage when the Queensland Art Gallery’s popular Friday night Up Late program of art, live entertainment and talks kicks off for 2010.

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Four Nations final to be played at Suncorp Stadium

The schedule for the 2010 Four Nations series has been confirmed with Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium securing the final on 13 November.

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Limited overs matches to open 2010-11 summer of action

The Australian international summer will take on a new look in 2010-11 with limited overs cricket to launch the season before the 3 mobile Ashes Series takes centre stage.

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One in two chance to win instantly at The Myer Centre

Between 11 – 24 February shoppers at The Myer Centre will have a one in two chance of winning 12,000 instant prizes including 12 Port Douglas Accommodation packages and vouchers from a range of retailers.

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Revamped Action Arena to headline National 4x4 and Outdoors Expo

The dust will be flying at the RNA Showgrounds on 19 – 21 March, with organisers of the 2010 National 4x4 and Outdoors Expo announcing an all-new lineup of Action Arena attractions at the leading towing, touring and camping event.

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Steam Train Sunday Returns for 2010

The popular Steam Train Sunday, presented by The Workshops Rail Museum, will steam through Brisbane from Sunday 7 March 2010.

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Film gives Brisbane 'the edge' over rival cities

The company behind a new promotional film aimed at encouraging international students to come to Brisbane says it was not made in response to the negative publicity surrounding attacks on Indian students in Melbourne.

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Vein Wear has unveiled its second footwear boutique in Brisbane’s prestigious Brisbane Arcade

Fast becoming a cult brand for men of style, Vein Wear has expanded its doors from Fortitude Valley and opened its second boutique in the heritage listed Brisbane Arcade.

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Brisbane Sounds 2010

Brisbane Sounds is a non profit project that produces an annual compilation CD of Brisbane music.

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Elixir Coffee is Open for Business

With their time honoured secret blends and un-missable passion for all things coffee, Elixir Coffee is embarking on their greatest adventure yet.

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Brisbane Arcade Annual Workroom Sale

The popular Brisbane Arcade Workroom Sale is on again this week from Thursday 28 to Sunday 31 January.

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Brisbane's Emporium Hotel only Queensland finalist in Best Luxury Accomodation

A drum roll for Brisbane's multi-award winning Emporium Hotel making it as a finalist in the Best Luxury Accommodation (100 rooms and over) in The Australian's 2009 Travel & Tourism Awards. The Emporium is the only Brisbane hotel in the category.

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International student level holding up

A predicted slump in Indian students coming to Australia in not expected to put a massive dent in the forecast record number of international students heading to Brisbane this year.

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Australia’s first dedicated video game bar opening February 2010

The ‘Mana Bar’, opening in February 2010, is the first licensed venue in Brisbane that will allow people to enjoy a drink while playing the latest video game systems.

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Brisbane looks set to survive ups and downs

BRISBANE’s unsullied reputation as a welcoming place for international students could help it weather the current fluctuating fortunes of Australia’s $17 billion education export industry.

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Defending champion downed by Roddick

In front of a sold out crowd, top seed Andy Roddick faced off against the defending champion and No.2 seed Radek Stepanek at Pat Rafter Arena today.

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Clijsters triumphs in Brisbane

Just under six thousand tennis fans witnessed the ultimate women’s final at the Brisbane International tonight.

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Growing crowds witness star studded tennis action at the Brisbane International

Tuesday was another bumper day at the Brisbane International with 12,669 patrons witnessing a star-studded line-up.

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Record crowds at the Brisbane International

A record crowd of 13,121 flocked to see a stunning day and night of world class tennis at the Brisbane International.

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Opening day at Brisbane International 2010 proved to be one for the comeback queens

The brilliant season-opening form of Belgian number one seed Kim Clijsters and a fighting threeset victory from big-serving Australian Alicia Molik were main highlights of the first day of action at the Queensland Tennis Centre.

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Brisbane Airport predicts busiest Christmas yet

Brisbane Airport is heading for a record Christmas this year, and with the city's traffic continuing to get busier, Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Limited (BAC) is encouraging people to plan their trip to the airport over the holiday season.

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Brisbane jumps on board green transport revolution

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New plans for new Brisbane CBD

A new plan for Brisbane's CBD, incorporating river crossings, more high-rise living and possible development on Northbank, will be released next year.

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Free Christmas movie in the Park thanks to Conrad Treasury

Looking for something fun and free to do with the family leading up to Christmas? Conrad Treasury will screen the family classic, “Elf” out in Queen’s Park this Friday December 18, from 7:00pm.

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Happy 150th Birthday Queensland!

Premier Anna Bligh is encouraging all Queenslanders to get out and celebrate our State's 150th Birthday on Proclamation Day tomorrow.

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Brisbane Airport welcomes Philippine Airlines services

Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Limited (BAC) has welcomed today’s announcement that Philippine Airlines will launch flights at Brisbane from March 2010.

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Brisbane’s newest road to bust airport congestion

Australia’s largest privately funded toll-free road is expected to dramatically reduce traffic congestion, with Queensland Premier Anna Bligh officially opening Brisbane Airport’s new Northern Access Road today.

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Family favourites headline in Museum's 2010 program

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Qld National Parks to be put on show under eco-tourism plan

Queensland’s best environmental assets will be put on show to the world, under a new eco-tourism plan to boost visitor numbers in our State’s protected areas.

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Brisbane set to dazzle in 2010

Four Grand Slam winners, five former No.1s, an additional 10 former top 10 players and crowd favourites headline an exciting field for the Brisbane International this January.

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Petrova is Brisbane’s latest star recruit

Nadia Petrova is the latest star signing to confirm she will begin the 2010 season at the Brisbane International this January.

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Brisbane home to Australia's greenest building

The $44.5 million Zillmere Joint Contact Centre today received the highest Green Star design rating ever given to an office building in Australia.

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Underground is the future for Brisbane transport network

The State Government has unveiled sweeping plans to modernise Brisbane's public transport network - including an underground rail network to be built under the city over the next two decades - to help the south-east corner cope with unprecedented inner-city population growth.

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Riverlife wins national business and tourism awards

John Sharpe, Founder and Director of Riverlife Adventure Centre, has been named the Australian Small Business Champion Entrepreneur for the year and received the Australian Tourism Award at the 2009 Australian Small Business Champion Awards in Sydney.

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Brisbane Marketing and Urbanest partner to enhance international student experiences

In a move to enhance international student experiences in Brisbane, Urbanest, Australia’s newest provider of student accommodation has partnered with Brisbane Marketing’s Study Brisbane program. The partnership will assist in the marketing and awareness of the City’s new world-class student residential offering, targeting the estimated 80,000 new international students in 2010.

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Gilles Simon is heading to Brisbane

Gilles Simon is the latest star signing on to start his 2010 season in Brisbane.

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Tiger Airways roars into Brisbane

Brisbane is the latest city to reap the benefits of the Tiger Airways 'Low Fare Revolution' with the announcement that the airline will fly between Melbourne (Tullarmarine) and Brisbane in early 2010.

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Tiger roars into Brisbane with new Adelaide services

Brisbane Airport has welcomed an announcement from Tiger Airways to start services from Adelaide to Brisbane as part of its network expansion.

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Gift appeal launches best wishes for Queensland Christmas support

More than 50,000 Queensland adults, teenagers and children in need are expected to benefit from the generosity of their local communities this Christmas from gifts given to the 2009 Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal, to be launched in Brisbane on Thursday 12 November.

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Safina to join Brisbane line-up in January

Dinara Safina is the latest player to join the Brisbane international line-up this January.

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The spotlight of the tennis world will be on Brisbane in January

Former No.1 Justine Henin is making her comeback at Brisbane International 2010.

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'Imeldific: 20th Century Shoe Design'

As an innovative extension to the global trend for retailers working with social media commentators, one of Australia’s leading luxury fashion groups is to collaborate with one of the world’s foremost independent fashion bloggers on an exhibition of significant shoes from the 20th century.

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“Slider man” is coming to Brisbane

French talent, Gael Monfils, nicknamed “Slider man", is the latest star signing for Brisbane 2010.

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Ana set to return in 2010

Ana Ivanovic is returning to headline Brisbane International 2010.

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Blake is Brisbane bound

Crowd favourite James Blake is bound for Brisbane this January.

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Dokic to return in 2010

Former world number No.4 Jelena Dokic will begin her much-anticipated Australian summer at the Brisbane International 2010 in January.

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Queensland prepares to dazzle the tennis world

Today’s official launch of Brisbane International 2010 unveiled an exciting array of new players and plans for next years event.

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Precision announces $20 million refurbishment of MacArthur Central retail complex

Private Sydney investor Precision Group has announced that it will embark on a major $20 million upgrade of MacArthur Central Shopping Centre in Brisbane’s CBD.

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Stunning bridge opens to the public

Queensland Premier Anna Bligh today officially opened the new $63.3 million Kurilpa Bridge linking the cultural precinct with the Brisbane CBD.

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Industrea in hunt for Brisbane Lord Mayor’s Business Award

Industrea managing director and CEO Robin Levison said Industrea was proud to have made a contribution to Brisbane’s growing recognition as a world powerhouse in business innovation and technology.

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Brisbane Airport welcomes Master Plan approval

Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) has welcomed the approval of the 2009 Brisbane Airport Master Plan by the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Anthony Albanese this afternoon.

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Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre – Queensland's top caterer

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre has been named Queensland’s Best Caterer at this year’s Restaurant & Catering Queensland Awards for Excellence, for the sixth time since first entering the awards 10 years ago.

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Brisbane based Hoodlum wins Primetime Emmy®

LOS ANGELES: Brisbane-based digital entertainment company Hoodlum, broadcast partner ABC (US) and the producers of LOST have won a Primetime Creative Arts Emmy® Award on Saturday 12 September in Los Angeles for Outstanding Creative Achievement in Interactive Media – Fiction.

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Airport precinct expansion milestone reached as Novotel Brisbane Airport sets opening date

The expansion of the Brisbane Airport village has reached another milestone with the announcement by Accor Hotels of a December 1 opening date for Novotel Brisbane Airport, the city’s first airport hotel.

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Brisbane continues international convention wins

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has maintained its strong presence in the competitive international marketplace with an impressive run of consecutive convention wins.

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Floating Images named Runner Up in Australia's 20 Best Experiences

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$56 billion in Queensland goods exports breaks all records

Trade Minister Stephen Robertson today announced the value of Queensland's merchandise goods exports for the 2008-09 financial year had jumped almost 60 per cent to a record $56.3 billion.

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AACB Industry Scholarship win

The 20th Annual Association of Australian Convention Bureaux (AACB) Staff Conference was held in Cairns recently and one of the highlights of the conference was the announcement of Brisbane Marketing's Juliet Lally as the winner of the AACB Staff Scholarship Award sponsored by Qantas Airways, Business Events Australia and AACB.

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Penguins party to celebrate new Trans Tasman service

Apenguin partytook place today when Pacific Blue began flying non-stop between Brisbane and Dunedin this morning.

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Time to recognise Brisbane is our capital: Minister

The Bligh Government's local government reform program continues, with an announcement in State Parliament today that three more pieces of legislation are about to be reviewed.

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National landscape art prize attracts interest from 10 Archibald finalists

Tattersall’s Clubs 20th Landscape Art Prize, one of Australia’s prestigious and ‘best moneyed’ art competitions, has attracted seventy two artists including 10 finalists from the Archibald, Wynne, Sulman and Dobell Art Prizes. These award winning artists include Robert Juniper, Brian Dunlop, Joanne Currie Nalingu, Graham Fransalla, Euan Macleod.

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UQ scientists awarded Eureka prize

The designers of conservation planning software that helped rezone the Great Barrier Reef have been recognised with the prestigious Sherman Eureka Prize for Environmental Research.

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Australia a safe place to do business

Australia is considered one of the world's safest countries to do business in, given its relatively mild economic slowdown compared to other economies that have been ravaged by recession.

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Laneway plan hooks European food chain

Brisbane's fledgling laneway culture has lured one of the biggest pasta and pizza names in Europe, with German chain Vapiano set to open its first Australian store in Brisbane in late November.

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First NABERS rating awarded to Australian hotels

Brisbane's Holiday Inn in was among the first hotels in Australia to receive environmental performance ratings under the NABERS scheme.

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Wimbledon finalist to headline Brisbane

In a major coup former No.1 and current No.5, Andy Roddick, is first star signing for the Brisbane International 2010.

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International students help promote Brisbane to the world

Brisbane Marketing has launched the inaugural Brisbane Student Ambassador Program, targeting the City’s 51,000 plus international students. 25 students will be nominated to represent the City in a drive to promote the international student market.

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Breezy days ahead for Tangalooma’s newly named dolphin calf

The latest addition to Tangalooma’s family of wild bottlenose dolphins has been named Zephyr.

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Brisbane Airport welcomes Gateway Upgrade Project’s new 7km of Motorway

Brisbane Airport has welcomed the announcement by the Minister for Main Roads Craig Wallace today regarding the opening of the seven kilometeres of new Motorway north of the Gateway Bridge.

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Notice of extension - Lord Mayor’s Business Awards

Brisbane Marketing has received a large number of requests from the local business community to extend the Lord Mayor’s Business Awards (LMBA) nomination period.

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Brisbane Airport breaks 19 million passenger record

Brisbane Airport has defied the economic downturn, breaking the 19 million passenger mark for the first time, with a record 19.2 million passengers travelling through Brisbane Airport in the last financial year.

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Brisbane smartens up its tourist offering with a 'Five in One' card

Visitors to Brisbane can now purchase a 'Five in One' discount card allowing them to experience some of the city's top tourist attractions with a cost saving more than 30 percent.

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Brisbane’s homeless community to receive some winter warmth from Petite Waffles

As the temperatures continue to hover in the cool to cold range, Brisbane’s homeless community will be among the first to experience the delicacy of a new range of authentic Belgium waffles this Thursday (16 July) at 139 Club’s weekly free lunch.

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New YHA offers the ‘Australia Experience’

June saw the opening of the brand new purpose built Brisbane City YHA offering budget travellers from around the globe the ultimate Australian experience!

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Pacific Islander heritage goes on show at Museum of Brisbane

Brisbane will enjoy a rare cultural insight into Australia’s pacific neighbours when travelling exhibition, Talking Tapa: Pasifika Bark Cloth in Queensland, opens at Museum of Brisbane (MoB) on July 24.

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Museum of Brisbane reveals how fashion has helped make Brisbane

Museum of Brisbane (MoB) has delved into the private collections of Brisbane women and designers to unveil the role of fashion in the making of the city for its 2009 flagship exhibition - In Fashion: Dressing up Brisbane.

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Museum of Brisbane reveals how fashion has helped make Brisbane

Museum of Brisbane (MoB) has delved into the private collections of Brisbane women and designers to unveil the role of fashion in the making of the city for its 2009 flagship exhibition - In Fashion: Dressing up Brisbane.

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Lord Mayor announces Brisbane's Creative Sparks winners across 23 arts projects

Brisbane City Council has announced the winners of its annual Creative Sparks grants, allocating a total of $318,000 towards 23 projects across visual arts, theatre, music, dance, circus and festivals.

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Brisbane Motor Show is back and revved up!

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Impress with the impressionists with a special Twilight Met viewing

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Mexican tide shows no signs of abating

More than 1100 people a week have moved to South-East Queensland over the past five years, showing the region is still popular with southerners.

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Paris Opera Ballet performances a hit with audiences

Premier and Arts Minister Anna Bligh has announced the exclusive Paris Opera Ballet season in Brisbane a success, with more than 20,706 tickets sold before its major production opens tonight.

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Stamford Plaza Brisbane's $10 million makeover

Stamford Plaza Brisbane is nearing completion on a $10 million facelift. The makeover transforms the spacious guest rooms and suites into a sanctuary of fine taste and classic style and offers discerning guests a new level of luxury and comfort.

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Brisbane receives $3.7 million in disaster funding

Local Government Minister Desley Boyle has today announced $3,746,238 in disaster relief funding for the Brisbane City Council to help cover the costs of emergency works and post-disaster repairs from last November's storms.

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Moreton Bay receives an additional $878,425 in disaster funding: Boyle

Local Government Minister Desley Boyle today announced more than $878,425 million in disaster assistance for Moreton Bay Regional Council to assist with the cost of emergency works and repairs caused by storms in 2008.

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City Machine exhibition to reveal Brisbane’s building blocks opens 26 June

Museum of Brisbane (MoB) is digging deep into the archives to deliver its new City Machine exhibition - an exploration of the city's mechanics and how they've helped Brisbane's evolution into a new world city.

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Brisbane sounds off to a world cultural beat with Fête de la Musique

Brisbane will be one of the first cities across the globe to kick start the international music celebrations of Fête de la Musique, which will be staged in more than 350 cities on Sunday 21 June.

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Budding writers share the pages with famous authors in new Brisbane anthology

Five of Brisbane's freshest literary talent will enjoy the rare opportunity to be published alongside famous authors in the Brisbane 150 edition of One Book Many Brisbanes to be launched on 24 June.

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Lord Mayor calls for photographers to capture Brisbane celebrating

Lord Mayor Campbell Newman is calling on Brisbane's amateur and professional photographers to enter their best shots of the city in celebration mode for the 2009 Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards.

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Work begins on Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre's $130 million expansion

Source: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

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Brisbane's Emporium Hotel set to celebrate two extraordinary years

Brisbane's stylish Emporium Hotel is set to celebrate two extraordinary years on the back of their recent 2009 Gourmet Traveler Award for Best Small Luxury Hotel, reaffirming Brisbane high on the global barometer of chic.

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Government trials flexible workplace program

In response to urban congestion, the Queensland Government is applying a flexible workplace program to various Brisbane CBD companies as of today.

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Mayor's awards celebrate inspiring businesses

The 2009 Lord Mayor's Business Awards is set to reward companies and individuals for their economic contributions.

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Limes Hotel voted in top ten most popular designed hotels in the world

Limes Hotel has been voted number 6 in the top 10 most popular designed hotels and concepts in the world by DeZeen - the world's most influential online architecture and design magazine.

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Famous French singer to play Fête de la Musique Brisbane

Famous French, singer, pianist, guitar player, Martin Rappeneau will perform at Brisbane's Fête de la Musique on Sunday 21 June on his first ever Australian tour.

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Premier launches Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Program for 2009

This year's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival in Brisbane promises to be an exciting mix of high fashion and youthful enthusiasm, Premier Anna Bligh said today.

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Film festival for youngsters returns

TransLink Cine Sparks, Australia's foremost film festival for young people will return in 2009 as part of the St.George Bank Brisbane International Film Festival (BIFF) which runs from 30 July - 9 August.

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Brisbane Airport's records off the charts for April

Brisbane Airport continues to show record growth despite the economic situation, with approximately 1.6 million passengers passing through the Domestic and International Terminals over April, which is a 4.

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Sharon's finger is on the pulse of tourism in South East Queensland

Raising the profile of Moreton Bay and country areas, whilst positioning Brisbane as an emerging 'new world' city, are key priorities for Brisbane and South East Queensland country, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.

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enterpriseSeattle and Invest Brisbane Join Forces To Drive Foreign Investment and Partnerships

enterpriseSeattle, formerly known as the Economic Development Council for Seattle and King County, today signed a new alliance with Invest Brisbane to drive foreign direct investment between the Puget Sound Region and Brisbane, Australia.

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Registrations open for the 2009 Asia Pacific Cities Summit in Korea

The biennial Asia Pacific Cities Summit, to be held this September in Incheon, Korea, is welcoming registrations from Australian and New Zealand businesses wishing to break into the lucrative Asian market.

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Bligh welcomes Qantas decision to keep 500 jobs in Queensland

Premier Anna Bligh welcomed news today that Queensland had secured the future heavy maintenance of Qantas' growing Airbus A330 fleet in Australia.

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Talia - Winner of So You Think You Can Dance 2009

Hot on the heels of her stellar win at the So You Think You Can Dance finale spectacular, Brisbane's own Talia Fowler performed a solo performance live on stage at the Queen Street Mall.

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Moreton Island given clean bill of health

An independent environmental expert has given Moreton Island beaches a clean bill of health, two months after the devastating Pacific Adventurer oil spill off the South-East Queensland coastline.

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Brisbane ready to Roar

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Brisbane's port facilities named most efficient

Brisbane has been awarded the Dream World Cruise Destinations' 2008 Award for 'Most Efficient Port Facilities' at the recent Cruise Shipping convention in Miami. The awards recognised destinations that demonstrated the ability to adapt to the current challenges faced by the cruise shipping industry and were coordinated by esteemed London-based cruise industry publication Dream World Cruise Destinations.

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$2.25 million for Moreton Bay repair bills: Minister Boyle

Local Government Minister Desley Boyle has today announced Moreton Bay Regional Council would receive $2,254,394 in disaster assistance to help cover the costs of emergency road works and repairs.

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Brisbane Marketing’s CEO to share his vision for tourism in Moreton Bay

Community members are invited to hear Brisbane Marketing's CEO, John Aitken, share his vision for the future of tourism in the Moreton Bay region at a Redlands 2030 business and tourism workshop on 5 May.

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Brisbane Heritage Expo gathers city’s 150 year history under one roof

Brisbane will get a look at different aspects of our city heritage when more than 50 historical interest groups, associations, attractions and enterprises come together for the 2009 Brisbane Heritage Expo: In Your Hands on Saturday 16 May in City Hall.

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Oils forgotten as tourists return

BAY businesses are hailing the Donate a Day to the Bay campaign a life-saving success in the wake of the Pacific Adventurer oil spill disaster.

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Segways roll into Brisbane

SEGWAYS ROLL INTO BRISBANE

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Musicians and performers invited to make music everywhere

Brisbane will join 350 cities across the globe to celebrate the world's largest international music event, Fête de la Musique on Sunday 21 June and Brisbane City Council is inviting musicians, performers and venues to register now.

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New operator for iconic West End markets

Following a rigorous and competitive tender process by the Brisbane City Council, Blue Sky Events has been appointed to manage the iconic West End Markets from 9 May 2009.

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International Student Competition Winners Announced

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Redlands puts $35,000 into tourism recovery

Redland City Council has expressed support for a Moreton Bay and Islands tourism recovery campaign following the recent oil spill, agreeing to make a financial contribution to a three month campaign by Brisbane Marketing.

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Brisbane named best Airport for fifth year running

Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Limited has welcomed a report from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) naming Brisbane Airport as the best in the country for customer service for the fifth year in a row.

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Changes to the way you can advertise prices

Ensure the way you advertise your prices to consumers meets the requirements of recent amendments to the Trade Practices Act 1974.

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Donate a Day to the Bay

The best way you can help Moreton Bay and Islands is to enjoy yourself so we're asking everyone to donate a Day to the Bay… if you can donate more, even better!

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Fête de la Musique registrations NOW OPEN!

Wanna make some noise? Anyone in Brisbane on 21 June 2009 can perform in Fête de la Musique Brisbane as long as it is music!

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Queensland gallery among world's most popular

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Moreton and Bribie Islands – what's open and what's not over Easter

If you're planning a trip to Moreton or Bribie Islands between now and 20 April be sure to check out the following fact sheets and maps. They provide the latest information on which areas are open to the public following the 11 March oil spill.

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Invest Brisbane voted world’s best investment agency

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Most of Moreton Island to reopen for Easter Holidays

A Queensland tourism group says opening more of Moreton Island for Easter will help tourism operators get back on their feet.

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Brisbane named best Airport for fifth year running

Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Limited has welcomed a report from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) naming Brisbane Airport as the best in the country for customer service for the fifth year in a row.

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Moreton & Bribie Improving by the Day - Open for Easter: Bligh

Moreton and Bribie Islands will be open for Easter and any campers affected by partial closures will be offered alternatives, Premier Anna Bligh and Minister for Sustainability and Climate Change, Kate Jones officially confirmed today.

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Grant Hackett filming ‘Open for Business’ tourism

Tourism Queensland has engaged swimming legend Grant Hackett to be the face of a series of television commercials encouraging visitors back to Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast following the oil spill two weeks ago.

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Brisbane's break

Having shaken off its sleepy provincialism, Brisbane is emerging as Australia's latest cultural hub.

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Premier announces new Bligh Ministry portfolio responsibilities

Premier Anna Bligh has today finalised her revamped, hand-picked Ministry, assigning portfolio responsibilities for the Cabinet which includes eight new Ministers.

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Event to celebrate Brisbane Arcade's 85th anniversary

Around 200 invited guests will join Lady Mayoress Lisa Newman at a special event this Thursday 26 March to celebrate 85 years of one of Brisbane's most-loved shopping gallerias, Brisbane Arcade.

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Matthew Hayden goes in to bat for Moreton Bay

FORMER Test opener Matthew Hayden has kick-started a campaign to restore Queensland's image after the oil spill that disfigured Moreton Island.

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Support crucial for Moreton Bay tourism

Local support is vital to ensure the future of tourism operators on Moreton Bay in the aftermath of the oil spill, according to peak national body Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF).

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Latest Moreton Bay Oil Spill Response

Latest update - Oil spill response:

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Australia. Queensland Government stands by oil spill affected tourist industry

The State Government and Tourism Queensland will pull out all stops to assist Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay tourism industries affected by oil spill related closures of selected beaches on the Sunshine Coast and several tourism operations in Moreton Bay.

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Oil spill could spell disaster for Moreton Bay tourism industry

Oil spill could spell disaster for Moreton Bay tourism industry

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Oil spill disaster clean-up continues

More than 300 clean-up workers will today continue the massive job of removing oil from stained beaches on Moreton Island off Brisbane.

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State Government stands by tourism industry

The State Government and Tourism Queensland will pull out all stops to assist Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay tourism industries affected by oil spill related closures of selected beaches on the Sunshine Coast and several tourism operations in Moreton Bay.

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Relief efforts save Bribie beaches

Clean-up efforts by Moreton Bay Regional Council and Maritime Safety Queensland have minimised oil damage to Bribie Island beaches.

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Video Hits National Youth Week live broadcast at the Queen Street Mall

This year Video Hits are taking a road trip to Brisbane ... ranked among the world's most exciting emerging music cities!

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Brisbane River terminal will open up Moreton Bay tourism

A NEW marine terminal recommended for the Brisbane River at Hamilton would open Moreton Bay to more local and international tourists.

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Brisbane sets sights on being knowledge city

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Brisbane wins two major gastroenterology conferences

Brisbane and the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) have been selected to host two of Asia Pacific’s leading medical and scientific meetings.

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Jan Power's Farmers Markets - Queen Street Mall

Local foodie Jan Power brings her farmers markets to the heart of Brisbane City at the top of the Queen Street Mall, Reddacliff Place.

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Brisbane Airport rates best for arrivals, departures

BRISBANE has the nation's best-performing capital city airport for arrivals and departures.

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Abu Dhabi sends 50 students to Brisbane for Summer Abroad Program

The Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) plans to send 50 students, years 10 and 11 to Brisbane for six weeks in 2009, an exchange estimated to inject AUD $200,000 into the economy and generate new education opportunities between the two cities.

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Business gets a break to fight economic downturn

Business gets a break to fight economic downturn

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Brisbane seeks business and trade ties with Manama, Abu Dhabi and Doha

A business delegation from Brisbane, Australia's fastest growing capital city, is visiting Manama, Abu Dhabi and Doha this month to strengthen trade and investment relationships with businesses and governments.

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Brisbane trade ties

A business delegation from Brisbane, Australia's fastest growing capital city, visited the kingdom this week as part of a Gulf tour to strengthen trade and investment relationships with businesses and governments.

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Theiss wins $0.5billion contract with Abu Dhabi

Thiess Services, a national environmental and utilities contracting firm headquartered in Brisbane has signed a 15 year waste management concession contract with the Abu Dhabi Government, valued at AED$1.1 billion (A$470,000) over the project period.

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Brisbane Business Secures $467 Million Contract in the Middle East

BRISBANE: Thiess Services, a national environmental and utilities contracting firm headquartered in Brisbane has signed a 15 year waste management concession contract with the Abu Dhabi Government, valued at $467 million (AED $1.1 billion) over the project period.

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Brisbane’s Domestic Terminal upgrade a step closer with Government approval

Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Limited (BAC) has welcomed the approval of the proposed Domestic Terminal Expansion by the Federal Minister for Transport, the Hon. Anthony Albanese.

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Lord Mayor Campbell Newman has welcomed Abu Dhabi City in the UAE as Brisbane's newest Sister City.

Sister City agreements are formal strategic arrangements to promote and advance the economic development and social infrastructure of each sister city to the mutual benefit of both cities.

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Brisbane seeks business and trade ties with the Middle East

A business delegation from Brisbane, Australia's fastest growing capital city, will be visiting Manama, Abu Dhabi and Doha first week of February to strengthen trade and investment relationships with businesses and governments.

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National Development and Investment Firm Joins Invest Brisbane's Corporate Partnership

Alba Capital Partners, a leading national development and investment firm has joined the Invest Brisbane Corporate Partnership program to expand its marketing activities and create new investment opportunities in Brisbane.

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BLIGH GIVES CITY VIEWS BACK TO THE PUBLIC

Premier Anna Bligh has announced the State Government will create a priceless new public park on the edge of the Kangaroo Point cliff.

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MRC expands business chase with Chinese office

BRISBANE transport consultancy McCormick Rankin Cagney, chasing opportunities in the Chinese market, has opened a new office in Chongqing.

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