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Inside Background
History 
Life in Brisbane has always been based around the river. It started in the...
Last edited: February 18, 2006
Neighborhoods 
Brisbane is one of the world’s largest cities in terms of land area.  So widely...
Last edited: February 28, 2008
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: July 10, 2008
Tourist Board Info 
The main tourist information centre in Brisbane is located on the lower end on...
Last edited: August 01, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Brisbane:  Sub tropical paradise        Travelers from the northern hemisphere...
Last edited: March 30, 2008
Useful Websites 
This is a list of websites which visitors may find useful: Our Brisbane  This...
Last edited: February 25, 2007
Where To Stay 
PLACES TO STAY  Brisbane is a relatively compact city compared with Sydney and...
Last edited: May 18, 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Arriving by Plane Brisbane ( BNE ) only has one airport, but separate terminals...
Last edited: October 07, 2007
Getting Around 
The streets in Brisbane city are laid out in a very systematic grid. The...
Last edited: May 30, 2006
Public Transportation 
GETTING AROUND  Brisbane is an easy city to navigate, the inner city is set on...
Last edited: April 09, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
There are two taxi companies that operate in Brisbane, Black&White cabs and...
Last edited: February 28, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
These a just a few possible trips that can be made by self-drive or tour...
Last edited: August 02, 2008
Events & Festivals 
Brisbane is growing quickly, and has a diverse range of festivals and...
Last edited: January 24, 2007
Museums & Attractions 
MUSEUMS and BRISBANE HERITAGE Brisbane is dotted with museums and historic...
Last edited: February 25, 2007
Nightlife 
Nightlife From the Valley to the CBD, Southbank, Westend, Toowong and the...
Last edited: August 24, 2007
The Performing Arts 
Theater While the theater scene in Brisbane is certainly not as famous as that...
Last edited: April 29, 2006
Shopping 
SHOPPING There is a huge array of places and types of shopping available in...
Last edited: May 09, 2007
Sports & Activities 
  *Sport* http://sportsaust... Brisbane hosts many sporting events throughout...
Last edited: December 10, 2006
Active 
ACTIVE Bridge Climb climb the story bridge and get a whole new perspective on...
Last edited: January 24, 2007
Adventure fun! 
Riverlife Adventure Centre offers a range of exciting activities and adventures...
Last edited: July 06, 2008
Brisbane River and Moreton Bay 
  Brisbane is a water city. situated on the river, beside the bay and less than...
Last edited: December 13, 2006
Driving From Brisbane To Cairns 
Considering taking a camper van between Brisbane and Cairns?  It is a long...
Last edited: August 26, 2006
Entertainment Areas 
THINGS TO DO AND SEE Brisbane may have a reputation amongst the other cities...
Last edited: December 17, 2006
Romantic Brisbane 
Paris may be the city of Love, but Brisbane is just as romantic (and much less...
Last edited: January 24, 2007
Wildlife and the Outdoors 
WILDLIFE Brisbane is brimming with wildlife. Even in the inner city...
Last edited: January 24, 2007
Australia Zoo 
It's a wonderful day out at Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo. He has snakes, crocks...
Last edited: September 16, 2006
St. Andrews Lutheran Church 
This unusual church building, constructed in 1976, is the 3rd on the site. It...
Last edited: April 21, 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Eating Out http://www.bestre... http://www.ourbri... Brisbane has a huge array...
Last edited: January 17, 2007
Breakfast 
If you're a breakfast connoisseur, it's worth the $8 cab to get out of the...
Last edited: January 16, 2008
Cheap Eats 
Breakfast with coffee 24/7 for around $5.00 in the valley Mall.
Last edited: April 23, 2007
Dining with a View 
Dining with a view   River Views Perhaps some of the best views to be had of...
Last edited: September 06, 2006
Lunch in the CBD 
Here’s a selection of some top city lunch spots. 1. Criterion Tavern The...
Last edited: September 15, 2007
Makanan Indonesia 
Makanan Indonesia is a quaint little restaurant lined amongst other quaint...
Last edited: July 16, 2008
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Inside Australia: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Australia’s currency is made up of coins & plastic notes. The coins are 5c...
Last edited: June 10, 2007
Crossing the Border 
All foreign visitors must have a valid passport to enter Australia. All...
Last edited: June 09, 2008
Emergencies 
In Australia, the emergency call number is 000 . This number is a free call...
Last edited: June 01, 2006
Important Phrases 
Please and thank you can always stand anyone in good stead.  Here are a few...
Last edited: July 14, 2008
Telephones 
0011 is the International Access (Dialing) Code from within Australia. 61 is...
Last edited: August 01, 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
There are no mandatory gratuities or built in restaurant service charges of any...
Last edited: August 19, 2008
Australian Slang 
Be prepared and know the slang so you won't look like a drongo. Aerial Ping...
Last edited: May 27, 2008
Beach Safety 
Beach Safety Courtesy of www.slsa.com.au  The first rule of beach safety is...
Last edited: January 28, 2007
Canberra Overview 
Canberra is the Capital of Australia and the seat of the Commonwealth...
Last edited: September 20, 2007
Customs 
Customs is a very important part of protecting Australia from foreign pests...
Last edited: January 12, 2008
Health & Safety 
Here are a few excellent sources of useful safety information for the great...
Last edited: February 13, 2007
KNOW - NO’S 
<><>F... about taking the overnight train trip (10/11 hours) from...
Last edited: November 26, 2006
Maps - Online 
The "Whereis" website provides online maps for most major cities & towns...
Last edited: February 10, 2007
Taxes 
Most goods in Australia are subject to a 10% GST (goods & services tax...
Last edited: June 18, 2006
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