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The next Asia Pacific Cities Summit (APCS) and Mayors' Forum will be held in Brisbane from 11–13 October 2023. Find out more and register.

Donate non-perishable food and toiletries to our next Homeless Connect event until 20 October. Donate items by taking them to your local Council ward office or library. Find out more.

Get ready for storm season at the Brisbane Emergency Services Expo, a free family fun day at Victoria Park on 14 October, 10am-3pm. Hear from experts, see emergency vehicles and enjoy kids activities.

There are plenty of playgrounds across Brisbane for you and your family to enjoy, with many fully fenced to help keep your mind at ease when the kids are running amuck. Read our blog for our top fenced playgrounds.

Pink Floyd's iconic album, The Dark Side of the Moon, turns 50 this year. To celebrate, the Planetarium is delivering a new 45-minute show with music from the album and breathtaking visuals. Find a session.

Sign up to Brisbane Severe Weather Alert to receive free alerts for severe weather and other public safety events to help prepare and protect you and your property. 

Ready for a change of scenery? Lace-up your trainers and mix it up with Brisbane’s best running routes

The best of Brisbane is all in one place with the Brisbane app. Powered by Brisbane City Council, it's the one-stop destination for all things to see and do in Brisbane.

Council is supporting more free and low-cost music, comedy, cultural events and festivals. Find out what's on.

Free off-peak travel is available to eligible TransLink senior go card and Seniors Card +go holders. Find out more.

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Additional floral emblem for Brisbane

Following community consultation, the native Brisbane Wattle (Acacia fimbriata) has been selected as the additional floral emblem for Brisbane.

Seniors Month

Celebrate Seniors Month from 1‑31 October with a month-long program jam-packed with events and activities for all seniors to come together, learn new skills and connect with friends.

Donate to Homeless Connect

You can donate non-perishable food and toiletries to our next Homeless Connect event until 20 October. Donate items by taking them to your local Council ward office or library.

Australia Day Awards

Nominations are now open for the Lord Mayor's Australia Day Awards which recognise Brisbane residents who work hard to improve the lives of others.

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Be prepared for storm season

Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Brisbane City Council acknowledges this Country and its Traditional Custodians. We pay our respects to the Elders, those who have passed into the dreaming; those here today; those of tomorrow.