Osprey House Environment Centre, just north of Brisbane, offers a lot more for Brisbane Kids than just information about the fish-eating raptor. Located at Griffin, Osprey House is a true environmental treasure trove of information and hands-on displays set amongst the trees and mangroves and staffed by enthusiastic volunteers. Visiting Osprey House A visit to Osprey House can see your little (and big) one’s bird watching, walking on the boardwalks, learning about the environment, enjoying a picnic, having a play or even doing an impromptu performance in the amphitheatre. Housed in a timber st ..read more

Fancy a drive through the beautiful countryside, a gourmet picnic hamper overlooking a rural vineyard and a glass of wine in your hand as you watch your Brisbane Kids roll down a big grassy hill, over and over again? This heavenly place exists just 45km from Brisbane at Ocean View Estate Winery (near the township of Dayboro) and makes a lovely weekend activity for families, particularly if you have something to celebrate. Ocean View Estate Winery – wine and food options   If you’re willing to tag team with your partner or friend, whilst the other entertains the kids outdoors, you can ..read more

On the outskirts of Maleny, a lush hinterland town known for its quaint cafes and scenic views, lies the Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World. Surrounded by rainforest and with views over the Glasshouse Mountains, the 18 acres of sculpted, layered gardens are full of treasures for families to explore.  Maleny Botanic Gardens Entry and Cafe Before you’ve even paid the entry fee at Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World, you’ll probably have a bird land on your shoulder and whistle a tune in your ear. Seemingly eager to greet their guests, the birds – everything from cockatoos to cockatiel ..read more

Situated in the rolling hills of Ocean View, north of Brisbane, is the Southern Hemisphere’s only gallery dedicated to mathematics. Featuring a large collection of historic and modern mathematical books, artefacts, hands-on activities and a whole lot of fascinating facts and information, The Mathema Gallery will entertain and educate all who visit. The Mathema Gallery – The Story In August 2023, The Mathema Gallery opened its doors. Proud owners Dr Calvin and Rosemary Irons established the Gallery to share their love of mathematics with others. It was also an opportunity to house and display ..read more

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The night is over and the memories have been made. But what to do now with the formal suit or dress you bought that you are likely never to wear again? Whilst you may consider boxing it up and keeping it as a memory, another option is to donate your wear-once formal items. With many under-privileged students missing this milestone occasion due to financial constraints, a number of local companies have made it their mission to help students achieve their dream – without the price tag. If you would love to donate your formal gear in Brisbane and make a difference in someone else’s life, this is ..read more

When it comes to co-parenting a smooth line of communication is the best and healthiest outcome for all parties, especially where children are involved. For this reason a number of apps have been created to help make the co-parenting journey more manageable and stress-free. With shared schedules and features that keep everyone in the loop and working together with minimal fuss, these are some of the best apps for co-parenting in Australia.  You don’t need to be co-parenting to benefit from these apps. Many of these apps are useful for all parenting situations.  2Houses 2Houses was ..read more

There really is nothing more spectacular than Christmas-time in Brisbane. With the balmy summer nights providing the perfect backdrop for festive celebrations, the river city puts on many annual Christmas events just waiting for you to explore.  Get into the Christmas spirit by discovering the most loved Christmas events which are held in Brisbane each year.  Lighting of the City Hall Christmas Tree A standout event during Brisbane’s festive celebrations is the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree in King George Square. Standing an impressive 22m high, the event is generally held o ..read more

On Anzac Day each year we remember all Australians who have served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. It is chance to pause and remember those who have served and sacrificed for our nation. Below we have given you an overview of selected events throughout Brisbane and surrounding areas, though there are many more happening each year. Please note – all events are subject to change so make sure you check the RSL website before attending to ensure current details are correct.  Brisbane City ANZAC Services & Marches 2024 Anzac Day Dawn Service – Brisbane City E ..read more

When the books are closed, the pencils are down, and finally, after 13 long years, primary and secondary schooling is finished, many school leavers choose to celebrate this monumental milestone in a manner of different ways. In Queensland, a large portion of school graduates partake in the traditional event known as ‘schoolies,’ a week long celebration of music, partying and other fun events.  So, what exactly is Schoolies and where does it occur? Read on to discover the answer to these questions and more.  What is Schoolies? Schoolies is an Australian tradition which sees grade 12 g ..read more