‘Trendy’ Mahjong is having a global moment
By Aaron Teo
From designer tile sets and “mahjong parties” to growing numbers of clubs and classes, the centuries-old Chinese tile game Mahjong is becoming trendy
Read more13 August 2026Events
Straddie Arts Trail brings creativity and stories alive
The Straddie Arts Trail is returning for its fifth year later this month.
From August 14-16 visitors to North Stradbroke Island (aka Minjerribah) can enjoy art, design,
Read more10 August 2026
RNA to undergo multi-million dollar transformation
The RNA Showgrounds will undergo a $287.5 million transformation with construction to start in September, after the 2026 Ekka.
The major upgrades include a 20,000 seat
Read more5 August 2026
The Laidley Spring Festival to bloom in September
One of Queensland’s most authentic country celebrations, the Laidley Spring Festival will be back in September 2026.
Join the dog-friendly festival for vibrant street
Read more5 August 2026
Queensland action plan for nightlife economy unveiled
Queensland’s bid to reinvigorate its nightlife involves a new vision to grow safer, more vibrant entertainment precincts, and support local venues and musicians.
The
Read more29 July 2026
Does the Commonwealth still have any relevance?
By Benjamin T. Jones
This week the 2026 Commonwealth Games will begin in Glasgow.
With the FIFA World Cup only just in the rearview mirror, Australians will once again
Read more23 July 2026
Expanded city markets to help drive CBD visitors
Brisbane city visitors will have access to an expanded range of market offerings from September 2026.
The Brisbane City Markets, which operate every Wednesday, will
Read more22 July 2026
Tickets on sale for the Gold Coast BLEACH Festival 2026
The Gold Coast’s leading contemporary arts celebration BLEACH Festival features a mix of 50 free and ticketed works from October 1-11, 2026.
The transformative program
Read more21 July 2026
Bluey will be a highlight for Picnic on Kings celebration
The signature event for the Sunshine Coast’s The Curated Plate festival will be held on Kings Beach Caloundra on July 25, 2026.
Picnic on Kings will transform the
Read more7 July 2026
Junior bodyboarding championships at the Gold Coast
Australian bodyboarding champions will battle the Gold Coast surf in the International Boarding Committee (IBC) Future Pro’s Junior World Tour Rising Series on July
Read more2 July 2026