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My WeekendNotes - 98
Be Green This Christmas - Sustainable Stocking Ideas
Sick and tired of giving and receiving things for Christmas that often end up as landfill? I know I am. Here are som... [
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Christmas
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Lists
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Shopping
Brisbane City
Flannery's Natural and Organic Supermarket
Looking for a good organic and whole food supermarket? With whole foods, clean eating and organic produce becoming i... [
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Food and Wine
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Gluten Free
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Health and Beauty
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Organic
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Raw Food
Brisbane City
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Woolloongabba
Top Five Ways to Spoil Yourself in Brisbane
As the year draws to a close the heat goes up, patience levels go down and tensions can spiral out of control. STOP ... [
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Art and Craft Centres
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Courses
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Day Spas
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Food and Wine
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Yoga
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Lists
Annerley
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Brisbane City
Live Fire: Steakhouse at Southbank
We decided to enjoy the G20 vibe on the weekend - and stumbled across Life Fire Bar and Steakhouse. Needless to say ... [
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Bars
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Beaches
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Cocktail Bars
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Nightlife
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Restaurants
Brisbane City
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South Brisbane
Asthma Foundation Op Shop
With Asthma running in our family blood, it's only natural that I try to support the Asthma Foundation Op Shop. Located ... [
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Cheap
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Frugal Friday
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Shopping
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Vintage and Retro
Annerley
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Brisbane City
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Southern Suburbs
Aid for the Blind Op Shop
Aid for the Blind is a legacy created by Gordon and Reverend Elsie Dodd 45 years ago. It aims to provide support and adv... [
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Charity
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Cheap
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Frugal Friday
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Shopping
Annerley
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Brisbane City
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Southern Suburbs
Southside Antique Centre
I have often wandered about the jam-packed halls of Southside Antique Centre. Spending far too much time wondering about... [
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Antiques
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Fashion
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Jewellery
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Shopping
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Vintage and Retro
Annerley
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Brisbane City
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Southern Suburbs
Melbourne Cup at the Junction Hotel Annerley
Looking for a last minute Melbourne Cup idea?The Junction at Annerley (formerly the Muddy Farmer Hotel) is hosting a fun... [
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04/11/2014
Bars
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Fashion
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Melbourne Cup
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Pubs
Annerley
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Brisbane City
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Southern Suburbs
Remedy Skin and Body
I recently discovered Remedy Skin and Body located in the beautiful surrounds of Kingscliff, Cabarita Beach. Gre... [
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Beaches
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Beauty Salons
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Day Spas
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Health and Beauty
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Mother's Day
Northern NSW
Snap Fitness, Buranda
I am not normally a fan of the sterile 24-7 gyms that are popping up all over the place. But, I encourage all you south ... [
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Gyms
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Health and Fitness
Annerley
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Brisbane City
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Southern Suburbs
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Woolloongabba
Free Halloween Fun in Brisbane
Why not get into the G20 spirit and grab yourself some Free Halloween Action! 1. Pop-Up Dance Workshops Have you eve... [
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Workshops
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Halloween
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Free
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Dancing
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Community Events
Brisbane City
Crystal Waters Community Market
Are you looking for something new to do? Why not book a day out at the Crystal Waters Community Market. Held the ... [
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Animals and Wildlife
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Coffee
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Day Trips
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Fair Trade
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Markets
Sunshine Coast
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Sunshine Coast Hinterland
G20 Cultural Celebrations: Top Free Events
With the G20 rapidly approaching, it's not just about the world leaders. It is time to watch Brisbane come alive in a fl... [
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Community Events
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Cultural Events
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Free
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Music
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Nightlife
Brisbane City
Debbies All Care Pet Services
Looking for a local store to help with all your pet and pooch needs? Debbies All Care Pet Services is a family bus... [
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Animals and Wildlife
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Pets
Brisbane City
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Southern Suburbs
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Tarragindi
Top Five Local Christmas Gift Ideas
Looking for a Christmas gift that gives a great bang for your buck? Sick of throwing your money to the giant mega-stores... [
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Christmas
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Day Spas
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Gifts
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Health and Beauty
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Shopping
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Lists
Annerley
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Brisbane City
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Kangaroo Point
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Southern Suburbs
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Tarragindi
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West End
Excess Baggage: Paddington Secondhand Market
With the Silly Season rapidly approaching, it's time to start clearing yourself of Excess Baggage (maybe to prepare for ... [
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08/11/2014
Car Boot Sales
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Cheap
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Christmas
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Markets
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Shopping
Brisbane City
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Paddington
Running Injury Free
Are you a budding runner? Or an experienced runner who want to free themselves of injury? Join in this terrific com... [
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Health and Fitness
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Outdoor
Brisbane City
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Coorparoo
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Southern Suburbs
Venus Hair and Beauty
Are you looking for a new hair and beauty salon that won't cost you an arm and a leg?Venus Hair and Beauty is a great su... [
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Beauty Salons
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Health and Beauty
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Mother's Day
Annerley
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Southern Suburbs
Top 6 Night Time Kids Activities in Brisbane
With the Summer Evenings approaching, what is better than a little night time fun with the family? Here are my top tips ... [
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Lists
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Comedy
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Family
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Fun for Children
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Fun Things To Do
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Nightlife
Brisbane City
Brisbane Festival 2014
Brisbane .... are you ready? The annual Brisbane Festival is about to hit the shores of Southbank - and this year... [
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06/09/2014 - 27/09/2014
Festivals
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Concerts
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Circus
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Cabaret
Brisbane City
Top Free Events - Brisbane Festival 2014
It is approaching that time of year, when Southbank comes alive to the sounds of Brisbane Festival: 6 - 27 September 201... [
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06/09/2014 - 27/09/2014
Lists
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Art
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Festivals
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Fireworks
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Free
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Music Venues
Brisbane City
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Inner Suburbs
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South Bank
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South Brisbane
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West End
September School Holidays 2014 - Brisbane
With school holidays quickly approaching, here is a simple list of fun activities to keep your troops occupied. Bris... [
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01/09/2014 - 30/09/2014
School Holidays
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School Holiday Activities
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Fun for Children
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Free
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Family
Sunshine Coast Hinterland
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Sunshine Coast
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Ipswich
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Brisbane City
Australia Zoo: Home of the Crocodile Hunter
Crickey! Have you been to Australia Zoo lately? I have never been to Australia Zoo. And, if I were to be honest, I ha... [
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Adventure
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Day Trips
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Family
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School Holiday Activities
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Zoos
Beerwah
Discover Annerley: The Best Community in Brisbane
I must start out by saying I could be a little biased. But there is this quaint little spot on the southside of Brisbane... [
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Cafes
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Pubs
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Shopping
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Vintage and Retro
Annerley
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Southern Suburbs
Esher Street Cafe and Deli
Nestled amongst the green leafy suburban streets is this beautiful little cafe willing you to visit. Along Esher Str... [
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Breakfast
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Brunch
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Cafes
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Delicatessens
Southern Suburbs
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Tarragindi
Asian Fusion Restaurant
I am a food lover. I enjoy culinary experiences from across the globe. I love 5 star. I love to be wined and dined. But ... [
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BYO
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Food and Wine
Brisbane City
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Fortitude Valley
UnderWater World Sea Life Aquarium
When have you last been to Underwater World? I decided to take the kids last holidays, and I was pleasantly surp... [
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Beaches
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Day Trips
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Family
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Fun for Children
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School Holiday Activities
Maroochydore
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Mooloolaba
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Sunshine Coast Surrounds
I Do Thai Massage & Spa
About ten years ago I fell in love with Thailand. And this, my friends, is the best Thai Massage I have had since then. ... [
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Girls' Day Out
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Health and Beauty
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Romantic
Brisbane City
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West End
National Tree Day @ Luke Street Park
Calling all Greenies Do your bit for the environment - come on down to Luke Street Park on Luke Street, Thornlands an... [
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27/07/2014
Community Events
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Environment
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Family
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Free
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Gardening
Redland
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Thornlands
Canapé and Wine Degustation @ The Junction
The Junction at Annerley is hosting a Canapé and Wine Degustation! If you are a food and wine lover, but prefer ... [
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24/07/2014
Food and Wine
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Fun Things To Do
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Restaurants
Annerley
What's on in Brisbane over the June / July School Holidays
It is school holiday time. What have you got planned? Here are a few suggestions (from a Mum of 4) - in no partic... [
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Family
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Fun for Children
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Kids
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School Holiday Activities
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School Holidays
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Lists
Brisbane City
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Inner Suburbs
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Ipswich
Lose Weight This Winter: Get off the Couch!
Have you ever heard the saying Summer Bodies are Made in Winter? Well, this is true. This Winter - don't be tempted ... [
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Cheap
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Health and Fitness
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Lists
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Walks
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Yoga
Top 7 Things to Do at the Brisbane Exhibition (The Ekka)
The weather is cooling down, the winds are picking up - start preparing for Ekka Time. The 2014 Ekka is held from Friday... [
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08/08/2014 - 17/08/2014
Day Trips
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Exhibitions
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Family
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Food and Wine
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Fun Things To Do
Brisbane City
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Fortitude Valley
3 Must Visit Markets in Brisbane
I recently did a Top 6 Markets to see in Brisbane, but I have since found a few more ... so here they are (in no particu... [
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Food and Wine
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Fun Things To Do
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Markets
Brisbane City
What to Do Instead of the Brisbane Ekka Public Holiday?
Looking forward to the Ekka People's Day Public Holiday, but don't fancy a trip to the Ekka? Don't worry you are not alo... [
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13/08/2014
Art
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Courses
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Fashion
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Fun for Children
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Markets
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Lists
Brisbane City
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Ipswich
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Sunshine Coast
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Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Eumundi Markets
We have all heard about the Eumundi Markets, but have you been there? Established in 1979, this iconic market place is a... [
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Day Trips
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Family
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Fun Things To Do
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Markets
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Shopping
Eumundi
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Sunshine Coast Surrounds
Feathered Headpiece Workshop
Have you always wanted to make a fascinator/headpiece for the races? Well, you are in luck. Feathered Headpiece Work... [
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13/08/2014
Art and Craft Centres
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Fashion
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Fun Things To Do
Brisbane City
Wind Tubes Children's Program @ Ipswich Art Gallery
Ipswich Art Gallery Kids Program Let your hair down in this terrific interactive exhibition. Here you can build and... [
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25/04/2014 - 27/09/2014
Art
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Day Trips
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Family
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Fun for Children
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Fun Things To Do
Ipswich
Mekka Ekka Day Races at Eagle Farm
Held on the same day as People's Day at the Ekka (Wednesday 13th August 2014), the Ekka races is a great day out at Ea... [
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13/08/2014
Music
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Food and Wine
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Festivals
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Day Trips
Eagle Farm
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Brisbane City
6 Markets You Must Visit in Brisbane
Brisbane Markets seem to have exploded in the past decade, but sometimes you need to know where to head. Here are my sug... [
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Lists
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Family
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Fashion
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Markets
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Shopping
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Workshops
Top June Events in Brisbane
Stuck for ideas on what to do? Here are a few options to choose from: 1. 2014 BAC Racecourse Road Winter Lights Festi... [
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Family
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Festivals
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Markets
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Museums
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Music
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Lists
Brisbane City
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Fortitude Valley
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South Brisbane
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Tingalpa
Top 4 Free June Events in Brisbane
Looking for something to do. Here are the top five free events in June 2014. 1. For the Art Lovers: Transparent ... [
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Art
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Family
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Free
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Fun for Children
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Fun Things To Do
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Lists
Brisbane City
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Ipswich
Dinner in the Cellar
With a growing trend to dine underground, here are my top three cellar dining experiences in Brisbane. These unique dini... [
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Wedding Venues
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Unusual Things to do
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Restaurants
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Food and Wine
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Degustation
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Lists
Woolloongabba
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Southern Suburbs
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Brisbane City
Lifeline Bookfest Brisbane
Calling all Avid Readers The famous annual LifeLine Bookfest is hitting Brisbane 7 - 10 June. This must-do ev... [
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07/06/2014 - 10/06/2014
Books and Writing
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Cheap
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Community Events
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Fun Things To Do
Brisbane City
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South Brisbane
Top 4 Events for Queen's Birthday Long Weekend, Brisbane 2014
Looking for ideas this long weekend? Here are a few options you may wish to add to your 'List': 1. Watch the shores o... [
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06/06/2014 - 09/06/2014
Community Events
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Family
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Free
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Kids
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Lists
Brisbane City
Wine and Food Tasting in the Hunter Valley
This is not a trip for those watching their waistlines, but is a particularly decadent experience for wine and foodies a... [
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Escape the City
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Food and Wine
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Romantic
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Weekend Escapes
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Wineries
Branxton
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Cessnock
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Hunter Valley
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Newcastle
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Pokolbin
Top Five Hunter Valley Wineries
With over 150 Wineries to choose from, one could really find themselves lost in a wine paradise. These are my top fi... [
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Day Trips
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Escape the City
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Food and Wine
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Long Weekend
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Wineries
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Lists
Cessnock
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Hunter Valley
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Pokolbin
Stay Smart Online Week 2014
Get your toes tapping to a catchy new tune. Freshly released,check out the brand new music video via Stay Smart Onli... [
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02/06/2014 - 06/06/2014
Technology
Growing Communities Markets
Looking for something different to do on a Saturday morning? Why not check out the Growing Communities Markets? T... [
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31/05/2014
Community Events
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Gardening
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Markets
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Music
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Workshops
Brisbane City
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Greenslopes
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Southern Suburbs
Annerley Junction Jumper Jumble Sale
Dig out your winter woollies and get ready for the Annerley Junction Jumper Jumble Sale. In its second year running... [
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05/07/2014
Community Events
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Family
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Free
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Markets
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Pop Up Shops
Annerley
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Brisbane City
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Southern Suburbs
'Best & Less' State of Origin Competition
Do you love footy? Do you love Origin? Best and Less has a competition at the moment to win a fully catered corporat... [
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22/05/2014 - 22/06/2014
Competitions
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Fun Things To Do
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Games
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Sport
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Win Stuff
Brisbane City
The Ten Tenors at Lyric Theatre, QPAC
The Ten Tenors are returning to Brisbane, and brining a little bit of Broadway with them. Having spend for months in the... [
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06/06/2014 - 07/06/2014
Concerts
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Fun Things To Do
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Music
Brisbane City
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South Brisbane
Children's Festival 2014
Celebrating Children's Week in 2014 Hang on, isn't every week Children's Week I hear you ask? Well, unfortunatel... [
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11/10/2014
Community Events
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Family
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Festivals
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Fireworks
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Free
Springfield Central
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Springfield Lakes
B MAG Photography Competition
Are you a budding photographer? Do you have a flair for creativity? Or just like to enter competitions? Well, this c... [
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Photography
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Fun Things To Do
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Competitions
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Community Events
Win an Eves on the River Dining Experience
Thanks to BMAG, you can win an Eves on the River dining experience valued at $250. All you need to do is vote in their P... [
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26/05/2014 - 02/06/2014
Competitions
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Food and Wine
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Free
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Nature
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Photography
Brisbane City
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Teneriffe
Dudley Street Espresso and Collectables
I am a confessed coffee snob. I judge places by the quality of their coffee. While I dabble in a chai tea (milk on the s... [
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Antiques
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Cafes
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Coffee
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Takeaway
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Tea
Annerley
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Brisbane City
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Southern Suburbs
Wests Junior Rugby League Gala Day
One of Brisbane's oldest junior rugby league clubs Wests Panthers is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. They a... [
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01/06/2014
Community Events
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Family
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Markets
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Sport
Bardon
Tastes of the Village Event
Toowong Village is hosting a Tastes of the Village and everyone is invited. Whats On You will be treated to coo... [
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26/05/2014 - 30/05/2014
Community Events
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Cooking Lessons
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Food and Wine
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Food Festivals
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Free
Near Brisbane
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Toowong
Sherwood Community Festival
Roll up, roll up, to the best festival of the year. Everyone loves a community shindig and this is no exception. ... [
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21/11/2014
Christmas
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Community Events
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Family
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Festivals
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Fun Things To Do
Sherwood
VIDA Yoga
I love yoga. So, when this new place opened close to home, I decided to give it a try. I chose to purchase the 1... [
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Courses
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Health and Fitness
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Spirituality
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Yoga
Annerley
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Southern Suburbs
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