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	FACILITIES & RECREATION VIEWING: HOME / FACILITIES & RECREATION Facilities & Recreation Libraries Brisbane City Council libraries provide a range of services such as book loans, magazines and audiovisual material, reference texts and computer training. Cemeteries Introduction to the Brisbane City Council's 12 cemeteries and three crematoriums. Links to details about services including venues for burials and cremations, burial options and grave pre-purchasing, memorials for ashes and memorial chapels. Parks and gardens Links to information about parks and gardens in Brisbane, including a listing by suburb, how to book designated areas, vehicle access, park bookings and dog parks. Active and Healthy lifestyle Brisbane residents of all ages and fitness levels can participate in recreation and leisure programs. Programs include RAW, Chillout, GOLD,GOLD'n'kids, Gonewalking and Bushland Experience program. Walking Information about walking programs and walking trails in Brisbane. Sporting and leisure facilities Information about Council's sporting and leisure facilities, including the Planetarium, City Hall and Riverstage. Also includes links to golf courses, pools, tennis courts and information for sporting clubs. Animals Information about keeping pets and animals in Brisbane, including links to local laws for dog ownership, cats, horses and poultry. You will also find information about approved pet shops, disposal of dead animals, and how to adopt an animal from Council. Educational facilities Information about Brisbane City Council's education facilities. Brisbane City Hall This elegant heritage listed building is located in Brisbane's city centre and suits a variety of events, with function venues and rooms available for hire. Find Brisbane City Hall's latest restoration news, information and more. King George Square King George Square Brisbane community halls View the locations and details of Brisbane's community halls; you can hire a community hall as a regular venue for work meetings, community events or for private functions. Community hubs Information on Community Hubs in Bracken Ridge, Chermside and Grange. Also includes information about services that are linked through the hubs inlcuding libraries, aquatic centre, services club, cafes, youth centres, action groups, halls and ward office. Community leasing Brisbane City Council information on properties available for not-for-profit community organisations for rent lease or licence agreements Art and culture Details about Council's community grants, programs, facilities and events relating to Brisbane's art, culture and heritage. What's on Use the What's On guide to find current and upcoming activities in Brisbane. There are fun and educational things to do for all ages, and special events for seniors, teenagers and kids. Facilities and Recreation plans and projects Find information out about the various projects and plans that Council has undertaken and is currently involved in.	Libraries Cemeteries Parks and gardens Recreation programs Walking Sporting and leisure facilities Animals Educational facilities City Hall King George Square Community halls Community hubs Community leasing Art and culture What's on Facilities and recreation plans & projects Register cats and dogs Find out how the new state government Animal Management Act affects Brisbane pet owners. You can now register your cat or dog online. Free safety seminars You are invited to attend a free personal safety seminar. It'll be good for you. Something need fixing? Take a photo using your mobile phone and send it to 0429 2 FIX IT (0429 234 948) Brisbane is big, so send a clear photo with the vital info to help us locate the problem.
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