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Discover the secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour.

With its impressive neo-classical façade, mosaic tiles, stained-glass windows and soaring ceilings, Brisbane’s heritage-listed City Hall is at the heart of our city. Discover the secrets of this magnificent building which has been the setting for many cultural, social and civic events in our city’s history.

Known as the ‘People’s Place’, City Hall was built between 1920 and 1930 at a cost of almost one million pounds. At the time it was the second-largest construction project in Australia, second only to the Sydney Harbour Bridge. A highlight is a stunning auditorium, inspired by Rome’s Pantheon, which has hosted rock stars and royalty and is home to the Father Henry Willis & Sons Pipe Organ, made up of nearly 4,400 pipes. This instrument is one of only two of its kind in the world, and the auditorium continues to be integral to events that reflect our creative and connected city.

City Hall is a working civic building and some areas may be unavailable at certain times.

Tour begins in the King George Square foyer on the ground floor of City Hall.

Duration of tour: 45mins Capacity: 7 people Difficulty: This tour is suitable for all fitness levels and abilities. Please note this tour will include staircases.

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Discover the secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour. With its impressive neo-classical façade, mosaic tiles, stained-glass windows and soaring ceilings, Brisbane’s heritage-listed City Hall is at the heart of our city. Discover the secrets of this magnificent building which has been the setting for many cultural, social and civic events in our city’s history. Known as the ‘People’s Place’, City Hall was built between 1920 and 1930 at a cost of almost one million pounds. At the time it was the second largest construction project in Australia, second only to the Sydney Harbour Bridge. A highlight is the stunning auditorium, inspired by Rome’s Pantheon, which has hosted rock stars and royalty and is home to the Father Henry Willis & Sons Pipe Organ, made up of nearly 4,400 pipes. This instrument is one of only two of its kind in the world, and the auditorium continues to be integral to events that reflect our creative and connected city. Duration of tour: 45mins Capacity: 7 people Difficulty: This tour is suitable for all fitness levels and abilities. Please note this tour will include staircases.

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Discover the secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour.

Discover one of Brisbane’s most culturally and historically significant landmarks on a tour of heritage-listed City Hall. The ‘People’s Place’ tells a rich tale of Brisbane’s past, due to its role as a place to celebrate, protest, mourn, take refuge and gather in times of war and peace.

A guided tour highlights many of these key moments, from its beginnings as a swampy waterhole, to the establishment of Brisbane’s first Council Chambers and City Hall’s operation as a respite centre during the Second World War, to its current iteration which includes Museum of Brisbane. Tours are tailored to each group according to age and interest areas.

A guided tour of City Hall including information about the significance of the building – its’ history and the people who are important in this story.

Tours can be tailored to respond to your learning outcomes.

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Civics and Citizenship, Design and Technologies, Geography, History, Humanities and Social Sciences, Media Arts, Social and Community Studies, Tourism and Visual Arts

Tour (20 students) $185 per tour

Supervising adults Free

*all fees are GST inclusive.

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Add a MoB Exhibition Tour on the same day for an additional $55.

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Private City Essentials Tour

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• 9:30am – 12:30pm
• $280 per group (1 - 4 people)

The perfect introduction to Brisbane, our three hour City Essentials Tour covers all the main sights in the City Centre and takes you where the buses can’t go.

Only have one day in Brisbane? This is the tour for you.

See King George Square, the Story Bridge, the City Botanic Gardens, the oldest church in Queensland, Eagle Street Pier, the City Hall Clock Tower, and lots of hidden secrets along the way.

We’ll also point out the best City bars, cafes and restaurants for every budget, so you can make the most of your limited time here. 

This is a private tour for you and up to three of your travelling companions. Price is per group up to a maximum of 4 people.  For larger groups please contact us for pricing. 

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Anna Meares Velodrome, Chandler

Friday 12 April 2024

Sideshow Alley, Brisbane Showgrounds

Saturday 13 April 2024

Ernest Baynes Room, Brisbane Showgrounds

Mount Walker Church of Christ

Sunday 14 April 2024

Corner of King Street and Gregory Street

O'Connell Terrace, Bowen Hills

King Street, Bowen Hills

*All times are subject to finalisation pending final entry numbers. 

Registration

All participants must collect their rider packs between Friday 12 April and Sunday 14 April.

All riders must register prior to entering the marshalling area.

Your registration pack (except Community Ride) includes:

• Bike Sticker 
• Two Bib Numbers – One to be worn on the left ribcage and one to be worn on centre of your back. 
• Timing transponder

Your Community Ride registration pack includes:

• One bib number 

Bag drop is available at the Brisbane Showgrounds adjacent to the Registration.

CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS

Cyclists of all ages and abilities are expected to participate in the Tour de Brisbane sponsored by Transurban throughout Brisbane and fundraise for The Common Good , an initiative of The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation.

To deliver a safe and secure event for riders and spectators, there will be major road closures and changed traffic conditions throughout Brisbane under the professional management of Queensland Police Service and Altus Traffic Control.

Motorists are advised to make alternate travel arrangements and give extra time to reach your destination as your normal route may experience delays or be unavailable.

On the event day, map apps such as Google, Waze, and Apple Maps will automatically calculate a detour around the road closures.

Roads will be progressively reopened throughout the event.

Should you wish to discuss your individual requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

P: 07 3124 6099

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Public Transport

There will be significant disruptions to bus services in Brisbane on Sunday 14 April 2024. More information about impacts to public transport services, will be available on the TransLink website shortly. 

Thank you for your cooperation and for supporting all of the volunteers, spectators, and the athletes who train so hard for this day. Together we can create a successful day for all.

Road Closure Flyers

Thursday 30 March – Time Trial

This event operates under closed roads but with local escorts available. Residents can pre-book these via a phone call to 07 3124 6099 prior to or during racing.

Roads will be progressively closed from 8am; though racing will not start until 9am when buses and parents have been able to take children to school. Racing finishes by 2.00pm prior to school pick up. 

Saturday 1 April – Road Race

This event takes place with a Rolling Closure under Queensland Police Escort.  Roads will not be fully closed.  Motorists must stay behind a group of cyclists racing and not overtake until there is an additional lane to do so. Cars approaching the convoy will be stopped on the side of the road by the Police.

Local traffic is urged to travel only anti-clockwise in the direction of the race to avoid delays and head on situations. If you do come upon a convoy on the road a 2-3 minute wait is all that is likely to be endured. 

Emergency services vehicles will maintain the right of way if necessary under Queensland Police assistance.

Sunday 2 April – Tour de Brisbane

This event operates under a full road closure. For diversion information, please call our office on 07 3124 6099.

Flyers have been delivered to residents in affected suburbs. For reference, these are included below. 

Thursday 30 March Oceania Time Trial

Saturday 1 April Road Race

Sunday 2 April Bowen Hills

Sunday 2 April City and Spring Hill

Sunday 2 April Coot-Tha

Sunday 2 April Centenary Highway

Sunday 2 April Inner City Bypass

Sunday 2 April Story Bridge and Kangaroo Point

Sunday 2 April Southern Cross Way and Kingsford Smith Drive

Sunday 2 April West End

Zoomable Map

The red lines on the below map indicate closed roads.  Click the square in the top left corner to view detailed timing throughout the day as roads progressively open.

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List of road impacts, access and detour maps.

You can click the images below to enlarge. 

Event Information

Check In and Pack Collection will be open between Friday 12 April and Sunday 14 April 2024 at the Brisbane Showgrounds. 

You can collect for a friend as long as you have their confirmation message. 

The Tour de Brisbane will be held from Friday 12 April to Sunday 14 April 2024.

The main event rides take place on Sunday 14 April 2024 from the Brisbane Showgrounds with an estimated start at 6.00am.

Italian for big ride, a Gran Fondo is a mass participation cycling event. First started in Europe, Gran Fondos are picking up popularity around the world as thousands of cyclists of all ages and abilities get on their bikes.

Gran Fondos feature an active and exciting event base, a scenic and often iconic course, inclusive participation, and a festival atmosphere.

The UCI stands for Union Cycliste Internationale and they are the world governing body for cycling.

The UCI Gran Fondo World Series has qualifying events around the world where the top 20% qualify for the Gran Fondo World Championships. 

We are proud to be a part of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series.

There is no member organisation required. You will need to purchase additional insurance if you are not an AusCycling member.

National Road Series teams must be approved by AusCycling .

The exact start times for each event will be determined closer to the event as they depend on entry numbers. Wave start times for each distance can be found in the Rider Guides, released one week prior to the event.

E ach participant receives a timing chip as part of their race pack which is to be stuck on your seatpost.  

Times are calculated live and officials sign off on final results by late afternoon of the event.  

The start line is located from Sideshow Alley adjacent to the Brisbane Showgrounds. The finish line is on King Street. 

We recommend you leave all valuables at home however if you have a bag and personal belongings  you can leave this in the bag storage area whilst you race.  

Bag storage is available adjacent to Registration.

Absolutely!

Having the event as part of the Brisbane Cycling Festival at the Brisbane Showgrounds means there will be plenty to explore and easy access to heaps of activities, cafes, and shopping.

All teams wishing to set up tents will be asked to do so in the designated areas. With the event operating in the centre of town it is important for the safety and consideration of competitors, spectators and locals that team tents are only erected in permitted areas. Call the office on 1300 282 949 if you would like more information.  

Virgin Airlines are offering their Sports Baggage Allowance for all competitors. 

Accor is proud to be the Official Accommodation Partner of the Brisbane Cycling Festival. Click  here for an exclusive accommodation offer.

Rider Information

The  UCI Gran Fondo World Series and Gran Fondo are offered in one distance and all starts are organised by age groups.

The 80km* and  50km*  are non-competitive recreation rides organised to get you and your mates on the pushy regardless of your pedal power abilities.

80km* and 50km* Riders can marshal and start with your mates.

110km* riders who wish to start outside their age group can opt to do so and must start in the mass start wave at the end of the Gran Fondo wave program.

Absolutely – everyone is welcome to ride!

If you do not think you can maintain the average speed requirements of the 110km*, we recommend you enter a shorter distance such as the 80km* or the 50km*.

If you are competitive, we recommend you join the 110km*.

Yes, you must be satisfied you will meet the minimum average speed criteria needed to complete your course distance within the road-closure period. There will be multiple curfew points across the course to ensure that your ride is fully supported and the event complies with issued permits.

110km*  – to be calculated on final course approval. Estimated at 20km/hr minimum.

80km* – to be calculated on final course approval. Estimated at 18km/hr minimum.

50km* – to be calculated on final course approval. Estimated at 18km/hr minimum.

Community Ride – to be calculated on final course approval. Estimated at 10km/hr minimum.

More info on not meeting a curfew is available in the terms and conditions .

Important Notes:

(1) Riders who choose to bypass Mt Coot-tha will not gain the commensurate distance elsewhere on their ride; their overall ride shall as a result be shorter than the advertised Gran Fondo distance.

(2) Riders who choose to bypass must give way to all riders who are coming off the descent on the approach to Legacy Way return. This will be signed and marshaled, and adequate lines of sight for both sets of riders prior to merge point will be created.

(3) Any rider in the 110km* who chooses the bypass will continue to have their time recorded but will not be eligible for any age group placing and will not be eligible to qualify to the Gran Fondo Championships.

(4) There will be a timing loop at the base of the climb at Simpsons Road and a loop at the summit adjacent to Channel 2 Station; a rider must cross both these loops and complete the full Gran Fondo distance to be recognised in the above placings.

(5) Riders who are behind the advertised speed minimum or curfew time will be asked to use the bypass; the roads must open at the advertised time in accordance with the road closure permit.

Wave start times for each distance will be finalised in the ten days prior to the event, after official entries have closed.  

Draft start list for 110,80 and 50 available here.

Duathlon startlist here.

You can use road bikes, mountain bikes, city bikes, hybrid bikes, and cross bikes.

E-bikes are permitted in the 80km* and 50km*.

Recumbents are permitted in the 80km* and 50km*.

Tandem bikes are permitted in the 80km* and 50km*. 

Handcyclists and bike trailers are permitted in the Family Ride. 

Time Trial Bikes, and Bikes with tri or aero bars are not permitted.

*Please see your Athlete Guide for Duathlon bike rules.

*Given our curfews for this event are immovable all of the above are contingent in the rider being able to maintain the average speed of each distance. 

Though we love people supporting their local clubs this is not compulsory for this event

YES. Full stop.

You are  not permitted  to race with any music devices including mobile phones, MP3 players, earphones etc, this is a very serious safety risk to you and the participants around you.

*National Road Series riders may ride with a team radio in accordance with NRS Regulations.

Feed Station #1 – 15.41km UQ Lakes Station  

Feed Station #2 – 44.84km – Pioneer Belz Park  

Feed Station #3 – 64.76km – Links Avenue North  

Feed Station #4 – 96.44km – Grey Gum Picnic Area  

All feed stations will have toilets onsite.  

Entry Information

Official entries close 10 days prior to the event. 

Yes.  The ODM is automatically added to your entry, if you do not have an AusCycling membership.  

Yes. All distances have a minimum age for participation. 

110km* – Must be born in 2007 or earlier

80km* – Must be born in 2009 or earlier; e-bikes okay

50km* – Must be born in 2011 or earlier, e-bikes and recumbents okay

Age restrictions for each category are defined by the AusCycling Junior Policy.

Note: all children 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult

All 110km* entries are organised by age group.

Your age group is determined by your age as of  31 December 2024 and grouped in  five year  brackets (i.e. 30-34, 35-39, etc.).  

Riders in the 110km* who complete the full ride in their correct age group are eligible to qualify if they finish in the top 20% in their age group.

All times are based off gun time – it is essential that if you intend to qualify for Worlds that you start in your correct wave.

Riders who start in the incorrect wave will not be eligible to qualify.

Unfortunately we are unable to provide free event jerseys this year. A merchandise store is now live for purchasing the official event jersey.

All merchandise is for pick up at event only.  The venue will open ahead of the event giving riders time to collect their jersey in advance.

The following policy will apply:

• Withdrawal 45 days or more out from the event you will receive an 80% refund or 100% credit.  
• Withdrawal 14-44 days out from the event you will receive a 50% refund or 100% credit.  
• Withdrawal 13 days or less out from the event you will receive no refund and 100% credit of your entry fee.  
• Withdrawal 48 hours or less out from the event you will receive no refund or credit of your entry fee.  
• Refunds or credits do not apply to items such as merchandise, accommodation, meals, travel and are only applicable to entry fees.  
• To receive credit or refund, withdrawals must be made in writing to   [email protected]  

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Kokoda Track in 'worst condition' in more than 30 years amid falling tourist numbers

Charlie Lynn led trekkers across the rugged Kokoda Track for three decades — guiding Australians as they paid tribute to soldiers who fought and died there in World War II.

But after his 101st trip last year, he decided enough was enough.

The mountainous 96-kilometre trail — a place of pilgrimage for tourists commemorating one of Australia's pivotal military victories — has fallen too far into disrepair, according to Mr Lynn.

"It's in the worst condition it's ever been in, in the 32 years that I've trekked across it," he said.

He described parts around Brown River, far inland on the track, as "death traps".

"You would hardly call it a track. It's about 10 metres above the river and if anybody has a misstep with their pack on … you will never find them again," he said.

Mr Lynn, the son of a WWII veteran, led one of the first Australian tourist groups across the famous track on the 50th anniversary of the battle in 1992.

Since then, it's become an important source of income for villagers along the trail, bringing in 50 million kina ($20.4 million) annually to PNG's economy.

But amid a decline in visitor numbers and concerns about the management of the Kokoda Track, PNG's tourism authority is seeking oversight of the agency tasked with managing tourist operations on the trail.

Trail has become 'the wild west'

The Battle of Kokoda is among the most celebrated Australian victories of WWII, when Australian soldiers and Papua New Guinean villagers repelled the Japanese advance on Port Moresby along the mountain trail.

It forged an enduring bond between Australia and Papua New Guinea, which is now symbolised by the track — something that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will mark as he walks part of it on Anzac Day after arriving in PNG on Monday.

At its tourism peak in 2008, about 5,600 trekkers crossed the Kokoda Track.

Since then, Mr Lynn says, numbers have dropped 46 per cent, and some believe the trail is not fulfilling its tourism potential.

Mr Lynn said the experience for tourists had suffered as management of the trail had declined.

"There's not one decent toilet across the trail for them," he said.

"What you'll have is two or three groups of 50-60 arriving at a campsite that only has capacity for 25 and they'll be having heated arguments for who stays there that night.

"It's become the wild west."

Another trekking operator, Mick O'Malley, isn't as critical and says he has seen improvements.

"We are head and shoulders above where we used to be when I first started trekking," he said.

"I agree … it would be great to have amazing toilets but, by the same token, toilets in Australia aren't run by the government. It's private enterprise.

"It's not the government's responsibility to make sure toilets and guest houses are clean and up to standard."

Researchers Kyline Koroka and Shahar Shalom Yadin, who published a paper on the Kokoda Track in the Journal of South Pacific Law, are calling for authorities and tourism operators to consult more with local communities that host the trail.

A 'semitrailer in a sedan car park'

The Kokoda Track Authority (KTA), established about 20 years ago, oversees tourism operations on the trail and sits under PNG's Department of Provincial and Local-level Government Affairs (DPLGA).

However, deputy chairman of the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority, Andy Abel, said it was put in the hands of the wrong department.

"It should have been parked within the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority because Kokoda Trail trekking … is a tourism asset," he said.

"It's like parking a semitrailer in a sedan car park.

"When I realised how the tourism authority was spending millions of kina promoting the trail in Australia, but we had no control over it, I made it my business to correct it."

Mr Abel is spearheading a push to shift the management rights of the Kokoda Track Authority from the DPLGA to the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority.

He expects it to be approved within three months.

"I've met with the minister for tourism, I've met with the governor, I've met with the prime minister … so it's now just a matter of time, and not when, for that National Executive Council submission to go before cabinet and that transfer to take place."

The ABC approached the Kokoda Track Authority for comment.

KTA chief executive Julius Wargirai has previously defended the agency, saying it is working to improve transparency and grow the benefits of the track for local people.

He has also said the KTA had limited power to increase the benefits for people living on the track.

In the meantime, there are plans to encourage more tourists back to PNG by funding improvements to the Kokoda Track and building more WWII attractions in Port Moresby.

Mr Abel and Port Moresby Governor Powes Parkop have signed a memorandum of understanding with Canada Bay Council in Sydney and not-for-profit organisation Network Kokoda to make the improvements.

Mr Parkop said under the plan, historic sites such as Paga Hill, Wardstrip and Sabama would undergo development for new memorials.

He said he would like memorial sites built in the Central and Oro provinces as well.

"The plan from our city is to also encourage tourism in the area of war pilgrimage," he said.

Mr Parkop said the National Capital District government (Port Moresby) would work with Network Kokoda and memorial designers to come up with ideas for installations.

One idea included placing WWII aircraft at Wards Airstrip, which was used by heavy bombers and transport planes during the conflict.

And Mr Parkop wants to extend the tourism market beyond Australia.

"There is a very big gap in the market," he said

"I think the potential for us to get more numbers here than Gallipoli is there, but the government hasn't really developed and harnessed this potential to create the facilities.

"And of course, the other market is the Japanese and USA. We want to invite them too so they can tell their story and their version of things, so they can pay respect to lost loved ones."

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