City life
In this suburban church, one congregation thrives as another faces Mass cancellation
On a block of land hemmed by caravan companies, this tiny Brisbane church offers a glimpse of the demographic changes happening in affordable suburbs around the country.
- by Tony Moore
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Why chop and change when this Ekka classic draws 65,000 viewers online
“It’s just fun … there’s not many sports where you can just bash something as hard as you possibly can.”
- by William Davis and Catherine Strohfeldt
The mulleted mentor who won over the mayor with his vision for Brisbane
There’s more to street artist and high school teacher Matt Tervo than a first impression might have you believe.
- by Courtney Kruk
Showies spill Ekka secrets … and how to beat this sideshow alley game
“A good way to experience the Ekka is to see the underbelly of it and work here.”
- by William Davis and Catherine Strohfeldt
Perspective
The Ekka
The Queensland cattlemen and the traditions they keep going
The Ekka is steeped in tradition, and 148 years on from the first show, people are still finding ways to make it relevant.
- by Courtney Kruk
‘Forgotten’ Bowie movie resurfaces in GOMA film season
Bowie was born for the big screen, but among his famous roles is an obscure gem that Brisbane audiences now have the chance to see.
- by Nick Dent
Non-Ekka things to do in Brisbane on the Ekka public holiday
There’s a lot to occupy you on the Wednesday holiday besides hitting the Ekka. Here are 14 things to do on August 14.
- by Nick Dent
NZ migrants find slice of heaven in Brisbane as citizenship increases six-fold
New Zealanders are settling in Brisbane and seeking Australian citizenship in record numbers after federal legislation last year fast-tracked the ability to switch citizenship.
- by Tony Moore
‘Overwhelming public support’ for new Suncorp Stadium plan
Queensland premier Steven Miles has backed the proposal after more than 80 per cent of surveyed residents voted in favour.
- by William Davis
Packed houses and powerhouses: Kate was born for it
She’s been behind some of the biggest arts festivals, including co-founding Dark Mofo. And with the history of Brisbane’s art culture in her blood, it’s time to make noise about Kate Gould’s homecoming.
- by Courtney Kruk
How much will it cost a family to visit the Ekka? We’ve done the sums
It’s being touted as the “Budget Ekka”, but how little can you spend and still get a showbag and a few rides? We crunch the numbers.
- by Nick Dent