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As I have mentioned elsewhere in this page, Brisbane is in a state of constant redevelopment. In the past this has had some unfortunate results, when enthusiasts of “progress” have destroyed marvellous historic buildings which had real merit. The most notorious of these was the destruction some years ago of the “Bellevue Hotel”, a stately late 1800s building with beautiful ornamental cast iron verandahs, destroyed in the middle of the night to overcome public protests. I could also count the former “Chardon’s Corner Hotel”, long since gone, which was a brilliant piece of high Victoriana.
Today, a more considered approach is being taken to redevelopment. I must admit I do not know the story of the building which occupied the demolition site where I took the main photo for this tip – it was on the corner of Elizabeth and Albert Streets in the city, and I could not resist the image. Shades of the "Cheshire Cat’s" smile! The second photo was taken from a CityCat and shows the wasteland (seen in 2005) where the former Newstead wharves (which had no particular merit of any kind) were situated. I understand that a major residential area is under development there: commercial shipping for Brisbane now has a major new port complex at the mouth of the river.
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I hope that you like Frogs when you visit Queensland as there is a good chance that you will run into one of these placid fellows. A place that you are likely to find them is in Public Toilets, either in the bowl, under the lip, or just sitting on the seat staring into the bowl. Don't kill them, just put them aside, and get on with your business. The one in the photo I found in a Public Toilet on the seat.
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There are some amazing places to visit just outside of Brisbane on the 2 islands which protect the Moreton Bay which is Brisbane's waterway. Stradbroke Island is easy to get to from the city heart via train ($2.80) which connects by bus (free) to the ferry/flyer ($8 each way) to take you over to the island aka "Straddie" where you'll find empty beaches, beautiful headlands, possible Whale spotting, and inland Blue Lake and Brown Lake to go for a fresh water swim. North of Stradbrok Island is Moreton Island. Here you can stay at Tangalooma Resort (or camp where the barge/ferry lets you off) where you can feed the dolphins by hand and snorkel over ship wrecks. Or climb the sand dunes to get over to the surf beaches (don't swim over there as there are no lifeguards and without many humans around there may be sharks feeding on fish along the gutters in the shores). Here's a link to the Resort Details: http://www.tangalooma.com
Being alone on a deserted beach on sunset as you feel the wind start to chill your skin until you get goosebumps. You're alone, though feel so connected to the world.....
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Not sure if this is everybodies thing, but when I travel I love getting to know locals.
Normally people suggest to go to clubs for night time activities. But as everybody knows, you can bearly hear yourself think than alone talk to locals.
So I suggest going to one of the bars/ pubs in Brissy. They are SO laid back and locals are always willing to play a game of pool with you.
here is my fave (but doesn't have pool tables but still is a great hang out):
Jorge
183 George Street
City 4000
Tel: [07] 3012 9121
Jorge is best defined by what it isn't. It's not a nightclub, yet DJ's spill tunes on three levels day & night. It's not a restaurant yet the food and service has been praised by critics from all over. It isn't a cafe' but the coffee is barista quality
Birdie Num Num is also one of the best, where students, professionals, backpacker mix together. There is something to do at this club any day of the week
Birdie Num Num
11 Gipps Street Fortitude Valley
Brisbane QLD
'The Zoo' is another fave. Sometimes there are awesome live bands here. Check it out at http://www.thezoo.com.au/
711 Ann Street, The Valley, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
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One of my favourite things is All Sorts Fitness studio at 626 Brunswick Street, New Farm (07 33585796). Owner Joel is a fully qualified Master personal trainer who caters to all ages, genders and levels of fitness. He is happy to do casual sessions for people passing through Brisbane or he welcomes holidaymakers or business people to join one of his groups in the beautiful New Farm Park. Group Sessions in the park cost $10 per one hour session and are particularly good for the over 40's looking to work off some of that holiday food in a beautiful setting on the Brisbane River.
This is what I miss when I'm away because I have never been able to find somewhere that I can just call in for a workout in any of the cities I've visited anywhere in the world. I find it especially hard since I am 58 years old but that's why I recommend this studio to anyone visiting Brisbane. Everybody is welcome and Joel will cater expecially to your personal needs whether you have one on one training or join a group session.
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 National park walk by balhannah
The website for all the information you need on Queensland National Parks is........
www.epa.qld.gov.au
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 tasting at cellar door by pedroswift
Brisbane residents should give consideration to joining a club that fosters all of the above.
One such group is the Wine Guild of Australia Queensland Inc. Sounds a little daunting but there were once groups in in each state of Australia promoting the proper service of wine as well as promoting the product itself. This was back in the late sixties when dry table wine was just starting to make its mark in Australia.
Today the emphasis is on members' education although the Guild still presents a trophy for Best Wine Waiter in the Hotels of Australia Annual Awards (or some such). No matter what your present wine knowledge is, the Guild will welcome you as a member.
Monthly club nights, Master classes on particular wine styles and the previously mentioned activities can all be enjoyed by Guild members.
Down load an application form from : http://www.wga.net.au/index.html
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 Fosters Lager. by Jerelis
Fosters was founded in Melbourne in 1886 by two American brothers, William and Ralph Foster, who happened to own a refrigeration plant, which was necessary to brew beer in Australia's hot climate. Foster's Lager uses the slogan "The Amber Nectar" in Australia. While popular in many countries, particularly where it is brewed locally, Foster's Lager does not enjoy widespread popularity in Australia by any means. It struggles to compete with a large number of other "local beers" (low-cost and mass-produced varieties) usually depending on state, for example XXXX, Carlton Draught, Tooheys, Coopers, West End, Swan, Emu Bitter or Victoria Bitter. Leave a Comment
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