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Start your new life in Brisbane. Research suburbs, find local transport options and get tips to help you move and settle in.

Find what you need for a smooth move to Brisbane, whether you’re planning to relocate or have already moved.

Explore services and information to help you settle in and make the most of the city's relaxed, subtropical lifestyle.

Getting to know Brisbane

Research Brisbane and plan where and how you’ll live.

Get a feel for Brisbane life

Discover upcoming events and activities, from concerts and markets to exhibitions and workshops.

Explore what’s on
A mum with two children at craft stand at a family-fun day at Victoria Park.

Research suburbs

Access information to help you compare suburbs when making decisions about where to live and work.
 

Explore community profiles
A view of Brisbane City buildings through the trees at Chermside Hills Reserve.

Find local facilities

Use our interactive map to find local facilities and services, including libraries, pools and parks.
 

Explore what's near you
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Setting up your home

Set up essential services and get your home organised.

Find out your bin days

Check our bin collection calendar or download the Brisbane bin and recycling app to find out your collection days.

Learn about bin collections
Woman putting recycling waste in yellow bin.

Make a rates payment

Pay your rates online, over the phone or in person. Understand how to manage your account.  

Learn about rates
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Register your pets

Do you have furry friends living with you? Check if you need to register your animals, or if you need to apply for a permit to keep them.

Check if you need to register your pet
Young, yellow Labrador wearing a pink and white collar with a blue registration tag in a Brisbane dog park.

Prepare for Brisbane weather

Check your property’s flood and bushfire risk to help protect your home, family or business.

Check your risk
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Reducing waste at home

Learn how to reduce your waste at home and how you can live more sustainably in Brisbane.

Learn about reducing waste
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Get a parking permit

You may be eligible for a permit to be exempt from local parking restrictions.

Learn about parking permits
Cars parked in a residential street.

Getting around the city

Find transport options to travel across Brisbane.

Public transport services

Discover transport options that work for you, including buses, CityCats, ferries and more.

Explore public transport options
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Cycle around the city

Plan your ride using the bike paths map. Learn about popular bikeways and report bikeway issues.

Explore Brisbane's bikeways
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Council Cabs

Book a low-cost Council Cab if you need help getting to your local shopping centres. 

Learn about Council Cabs
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Connecting with your local community

Explore local services, activities and community programs.

Join your local library

Browse the bookshelves, take part in an activity or attend an event at a library in Brisbane.

Explore our libraries
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Access multicultural services

We’re here to help you start your new life in Brisbane, develop your English and find multicultural opportunities.

Learn about our multicultural services
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Explore youth initiatives

Uncover resources for young people living in Brisbane, including creative programs and youth events.  

Explore our youth programs
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Stay active outdoors

Explore a variety of outdoor sporting and leisure facilities, from pools and river hubs to walking and BMX tracks.

Explore our sports and leisure facilities
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Use the Brisbane app

Uncover local businesses, events and experiences near you. Explore guides for the perfect day or night out.

Download the app
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Frequently asked questions

As of June 2024, Brisbane’s population is 1.36 million.

To get more information and statistics about Brisbane’s economy, visit Brisbane’s key economic facts.  

We offer a range of support services for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.  

Find out about our multicultural services.