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10 reasons why you need to go to Ekka 2018
The Royal Queensland Show or Ekka as we love to call it, begins tomorrow. If you are undecided whether or not to visit this year's Show, today I give you my 10 reasons why you must go to Ekka 2018. Let's go .... 1. Ekka prices have decreased - buy a family pass at the...
August blooms
With the end of Winter a few weeks away and Spring on the horizon, the range of beautiful blooms in stock at Northside Flower Market is stunning. Take your pick this August from Blushing Bride, delicate Ranunculus, Elegant Rose Lilies and vibrant Daffodils! If flower...
Parliament House celebrates 150 years
To mark the 150th anniversary of the opening of Parliament House, you are invited to a free open day event this Saturday, 11 August 2018. Parliament House Open Day will feature free tours of Parliament House including a number of areas not usually accessible to the...
Jacob’s Ladder
Friday flashback to vintage Brisbane of 1920’s when a car was driven the wrong direction up Jacob’s Ladder in a stunt to promote an Eagers Car Sales. Image credit - Lost Brisbane Jacob's Ladder are the steps between Wickham Terrace and Turbot Street. Are there any...
Ekka fun facts
The countdown is on to Ekka 2018, in fact it’s less than 10 days till the country comes to the city. So I thought I would share some fun Ekka facts with you. Did you know that ... 400,000 plus visitors expected this year 48 competition sections 153,000 plus Strawberry...
Rare Australian Posters on show in Brisbane
The Antique Guild, has unveiled a new exhibition of rare Australian posters in their Charlotte Street shop, displaying a unique collection of early 20th century advertising posters, titled The Rare Australian Poster Show. Co-founder and Vice President of the...
Nissen’s Jewellery Store
Friday flashback to vintage Brisbane of 1950 & the F. W. Nissen Jewellery Store showroom. Nissens were a family owned & run manufacturing jewellery business who designed & made many of their items. They had a number of stores on Queen Street as well as a...
Christmas in July markets
Two of Brisbane’s favourite markets Carseldine Markets and BrisStyle are collaborating to host the ultimate Christmas in July themed Makers Market Pop-Up at the Carseldine Markets, this Saturday. The day will be filled with plenty of Christmas in July festivities to...
Parks Alive at Roma Street Parkland
Parks Alive is a free event showcasing one of my favourite Brisbane parks, Roma Street Parkland. Held over two days, the event is jam-packed with engaging and unique displays, family-friendly activities, guided Parkland tours, demonstrations by experts, horticulture...
City Brewery
Friday flashback to vintage Brisbane of 1872 and the City Brewery which once stood on Mary Street. Image credit - Lost Brisbane Subscribe Sign up to receive Lady Brisbane's love letter of Brisbane sights, events and vintage images. Email Address Sign Up We respect...
Ekka 2018 launches with a bang
It's just 35 days till Brisbane's iconic Ekka begins for 2018. Today I attended the media launch and had a sneak peek into what the state's biggest and most loved event has in store this year. WOW! What an event launch, I literally felt like I was at the Ekka. Today's...
Postcards from my visit to Eat Local Week at Scenic Rim
I was recently privileged to experience the food and wine of the beautiful Scenic Rim at Eat Local Week. This fabulous event is virtually on Brisbane's doorstep and it celebrates the food, farmers and natural beauty of the Scenic Rim region through a program of...