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This weekend, explore Brisbane’s best markets, top weekend activities, and get updates on your favorite sports teams. Plus, catch the excitement of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Dive into the latest and make the most of your weekend!
Get ready to dive into the latest scoop—here’s what’s making waves this week!
Cheer on UQ’s Olympic Athletes
QUT in Paris
Team Griffith in Paris
Cheer on UQ’s Olympic Athletes
The University of Queensland (UQ) students are making headlines as they compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics. This remarkable achievement highlights the dedication and skill of UQ’s athletes, who have trained tirelessly to reach this prestigious event. The latest updates from Paris showcase their performances, with several students participating in various sports and aiming for Olympic glory. Their journey to the Olympics is not only a testament to their hard work but also brings immense pride to the UQ community. Stay tuned for more articles and updates on these exceptional athletes and their progress at the 2024 Olympics. Read More
What’s Happening
🎵 Live Music
Fri 12:30-5pm | RETROS ON OASIS – 80’s, 90’s cruise | City Botanic Gardens River Hub | ~$18 | Link
Sat 12:30-5pm | Oasis Saturday – Boat Party | City Botanic Gardens River Hub | ~$29 | Link
Sun 1:30-6pm | Oasis Sundays | City Botanic Gardens River Hub | ~$18 | Link
💼 Careers
Wed 5:30-7:30pm | Police Recruiting Seminar | Queensland Police Headquarters, City | Free | Link
🤡 Comedy
Fri 7-9:30pm | Friday Night at Guilt Free Comedy | The Raven Hotel, West End | ~$22 | Link
😋 Food
Sun – Mon 9-5pm | Food & Hospitality Queensland | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre | Free | Link
🎾 Sports
Mon – Sun 6am-12am | *Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Queensland – LIVE Site | Riverside Green, South Bank | Link
Mon – Sun 7am-7pm | *Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Queensland – LIVE Site | Tulmur Place, Ipswich | Free | Link
Mon – Sun from 5pm | Glow Golf | Mini Golf, St Lucia Golf Links | ~$15 | Link
🎭 Culture
Thu – Sun | Book a timeslot | Dopamine Land | Uptown, 91 Queen St, Brisbane City | ~$24 | Link
Fri 5-6.30pm | Vice City – Fortitude Valley’s True Crime Tour | Church Street & Wickham Street | ~$37 | Link
Sat 6:30pm | Outdoor Movies – Fly Me To The Moon | New Farm Park | $15 | Link
Sat 8:30pm | Outdoor Movies – A Quiet Place: Day One | New Farm Park | $15 | Link
🙌 For Free!
Thu 5:15-6:15pm | Relax & Meditate | Upper Kedron Community Hall | Link
Sat 5-6.30pm | Mantra Meditation Experience | Bracken Ridge Hall | Link
Sun 10am-8pm | The Sound Society | Celebration Lawn, Roma St Parkland | Link
QUT in Paris: Eight students competing at 2024 Games
Eight Queensland University of Technology (QUT) students are set to represent Australia at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking a significant milestone for the university. Let’s dive into their journey and how QUT provides unwavering support to help them balance their intense training regimens with academic commitments. Read More
Market Guide
🫛 *Collective Markets | Little Stanley St, South Bank | Fri 5PM-9PM | Link
🍅 *West End Market | Davies Park, West End | Sat 6AM-1PM | Link
🥔 *Kelvin Grove Village Markets | QUT Urban Village | Sat 6AM-1PM | Link
🍌 *Rocklea Markets | 385 Sherwood Rd, Rocklea | Sat 6AM-1PM | Link
🍏 Jan Powers Market | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm | Sat 6AM-12PM | Link
🍇 *Collective Markets | Little Stanley St, South Bank | Sat 10AM-9PM | Link
🥭 *Northey St Organic Markets | 54 Northey St, Windsor | Sun 6AM-11AM | Link
🍉 *Riverside Markets | Cnr Alice & Albert St, City | Sun 8AM-3PM | Link
🍠 *Collective Markets | Little Stanley St, South Bank | Sun 9AM-4PM | Link
Weekend Ideas
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👩🍳 | Cook | Spaghetti | Link
👀 | Watch | The Boys | Link
👂 | Listen | august – Taylor Swift | Link
🧑🎓 | Learn | Collaborative Success: Navigating Job Applications | Link
Team Griffith in Paris
A dedicated team of 45 Griffith University students, alumni, and staff members are set to make their mark at the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris. This diverse group includes a range of athletes representing Australia in various sports, reflecting Griffith’s strong emphasis on excellence and support. The team’s journey underscores the university’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering success on the global stage, as these individuals prepare to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. Read More
Curtis McGrath OAM will lead the Australian Paralympic team at the Paris 2024 Games Image: Griffith News
Brisbane’s Favourite Teams – upcoming matches!
🐎 | Brisbane Broncos v Gold Coast Titans | Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast | Sun 1pm | Watch (Rugby League)
🦁 | Brisbane Lions v St Kilda Saints | Marvel Stadium | Sun 4:40pm | Watch (AFL)
Weather
August 1 – 6, 2024
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