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New residents guide
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Welcome to Brisbane! Our city is a great place to live, work and relax as it’s a vibrant, green and prosperous city, valued for its friendly and optimistic character and enjoyable lifestyle.
Quick links
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Explore your city
Find your closest parks, community halls, cultural, sport and recreation facilities, venues and precincts.
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Getting around
Learn how to get around Brisbane by bikeway, road or river. There are plenty of ways to travel.
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A city for everyone
Brisbane is an inclusive city where everyone can feel they belong regardless of age, ability or background.
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Storm safety
Severe weather is a part of life in Brisbane. Find out what is important to know for storm season.
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Join your local library
Council libraries offer books and online resources for all ages and interests, plus free events, public wi-fi and meeting spaces.
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Multicultural services
Find services and initiatives for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Interact with Council
Pay a bill, learn about pets, find your bin collection day, research a local law or get in touch with Council.
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Active and healthy events
Get out and stay fit with one of hundreds of active and healthy events across Brisbane.
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Opportunities for young people
Young people can live, work, play and study in Brisbane and be engaged, empowered, included and celebrated.
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Get support
Find out about the variety of services, programs and strategies Council offers to support Brisbane's diverse community.
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Grow your business
Brisbane is a great city to start or grow your business.
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Pets in Brisbane
Find out about the requirements and responsibilities of keeping pets in Brisbane. Also find information on Council dog parks and locations.