Coronavirus: Council updates and impacts

The personal safety of Brisbane residents and visitors is our top priority.

Brisbane City Council is working closely with Queensland Health and the Australian Government and will continue to be guided by these agencies on all matters of public health.

As the state’s lead agency on coronavirus, Queensland Health is providing the necessary advice to all Queenslanders including current travel bans, self-quarantine and information on how to best protect yourself and others.

Roadmap to Recovery

Queensland is planning ahead with a roadmap to recovery. Read about the three-stage approach to easing restrictions in Queensland, as well as supporting businesses, industries and Queensland jobs.

You can also view the Australian Government's 3 Step Framework for a COVIDsafe Australia.

 

Latest updates

We are monitoring all developments on the virus and its potential impact on our city services, facilities and events.

As updates to our services and facilities are available, they will be listed here. Bookmark this page and check back regularly.

Mount Gravatt East Swimming Pool to reopen

Brisbane City Council advises that Mount Gravatt East pool will reopen on Thursday 25 June following maintenance work undertaken during coronavirus shut down. 

Planetarium to reopen

Brisbane City Council wishes to advise the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium will reopen for shows on Saturday 27 June, with enhanced safety and social distancing measures in place. 

Council pools to reopen

Brisbane City Council wishes to advise that a further 7 Council pools will reopen on Saturday 13 June after State Government approval of an industry COVID Safe Plan, in addition to the Valley Pool, which reopened on 3 June.

 

Council Tip Shops to reopen

Brisbane City Council wishes to advise both Council Tip Shops (Geebung and Acacia Ridge) will reopen from 13 June 2020, with enhanced safety and social distancing measures in place.

Lost property at Brisbane Square

Brisbane City Council wishes to advise the lost property office at Level 1 of the Brisbane Square Library has returned to normal operations from 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday, with enhanced safety and social distancing measures in place.

Stay updated via Facebook

Council will be posting key updates regarding coronavirus updates and affected services to our Facebook page. Follow us to stay informed. For a full list of news and updates, bookmark this page and check back regularly.

Cancelled events

View and search for events that have been cancelled or postponed due to the coronavirus.

Business support

Council is doing more to support local business and protect local jobs as we face the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic. Find out more.

Brisbane: Better together - our digital neighbourhood

Explore our digital neighbourhood of virtual lifestyle experiences and activities to do at home while our regular Brisbane events, programs and facilities are on hold. 

Quick links

Contact for support

  • Council's 24-hour Contact Centre - 07 3403 8888
  • National Coronavirus Hotline - 1800 020 080
  • Queensland Health - 13 Health (13 43 25 84)
  • Red Cross - 1800 Red Cross (1800 733 276)
  • Lifeline - 13 11 14
  • Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636
  • Queensland Government Community Recovery Hotline - 1800 173 349
Last updated:12 June 2020