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BRISBANE

Introduction

Brisbane is Australia's third largest city and the capital of Queensland, 'The Sunshine State'. Situated on Moreton Bay and straddling the Brisbane River, it is a semi-tropical city with warm, clear winters and tropical summers. 
Halfway between the resort beach areas of the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast it is a playground for swimmers, surfers and sun-bathers. Like any major city, Brisbane has all the facilities a visitor will need.

Attractions

• Brisbane began its life as a penal colony and some of the relics of the early days remain, the Old Windmill in the city centre is a reminder of those days. 

• Early colonial architecture is well represented in George St. and the City Hall and the Treasury (now the Casino) and Old Customs House (now a gallery museum) are fine examples. 

• The South Bank region holds much of Queensland's cultural history. Here you will find the Art Gallery, the Queensland Museum, the State Library, the Performing Arts Centre, a Maritime Museum and the South Bank Butterfly House. 

Activities

• Major shopping centres, a variety of restaurants and theatres, Art Galleries and Museums, easy and efficient transport services is sure to keep the visitor busy. 

• Brisbane also has the Treasury Casino to try your luck at

• Wildlife parks and sanctuaries. 

• Brisbane also has a collection of unspoilt islands in Moreton Bay, and is surrounded by forests, lakes and mountains, and has a fascinating hinterland. 

• Ferries and river cruises operate on the Brisbane River

• There are walks and bike rides to enjoy. 

• A visit to Fortitude Valley just north of the City Centre is a valuable experience.