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The capital of the state of Queensland Brisbane is located Inland from Moreton Bay between the sunshine coast and the Gold Coast. The heart of the Hilly city is its River, which snakes from Mount Stanley to the coral sea. Queensland is Australia's sunshine state and enjoys subtropical quality with hot, humid summer and warm, sunny winters. In Brisbane, any time of year is a good time for adventurous outdoor activities along the River or coast. experience the more relaxing side of Brisbane in the parklands, museums and bars. “Brissie” still has the laid-back country feel that is so iconic for the land down under. However, it is Australia's third-largest city, houses over two million people, and is growing fast. Start your tour of the city on brisbane's biggest Hill. Mount Coot-tha was already visited by the Aboriginal people after up to 40,000 years ago and its name means “honey” , which they found here in abundance. While you are here, explore the wonders of the southern hemisphere in the planetarium and Brisbane botanical gardens…. including the laughing kookaburra. Oiii,, what are you laughing at??? feed Iorikeets and see iconic Australian wildlife at the nearby Lone pine koala sanctuary. Meet Kangaroos, koalas and wombats and don't miss the animal shows, which demonstrate some real Aussie traditions! Down river, in the central business district, that Queen Street mall displays all the country’s big retail brands. Visit the nearby Brisbane museum to learn about the mining boom and other events that shaped their city. Exhibit show how world Expo ‘88 led to the transformation of the river’s Southern Bank, the city's favourite backyard, which even has its own beach. spacious South Bank has many free activities and facilities which attract more than 10 million people every year. Cool off and all a Lagoon or browse the weekend markets. join the locals for a beer, or visit one of the many prominent museums and theatres. The wheel of Brisbane overlooks the cultural Forecourt, a collection of queensland's major museums and theaters. meet some prehistoric creatures, admire indigenous and European modern art or seea show at the performing arts centre. From the piers at South Bank, take the public ferry downstream to Newfarm park, where the restored powerhouse has become a real institution among art and music lovers. on your way back, Hop off at kangaroo point to climb the Story bridge: One of the best spots to watch the sunset over the city. Book you guided tour for mid-afternoon, because nightfall comes early in Queensland. Get in early start and jump on the ferry to Moreton island for a fun day out on the beach. Join a Segway tour along the shore before surfing down a message sand dune. On a Hot day around the Tangalooma wrecks, or if you rather stay on high and dry, book a helicopter ride instead. Flying over the Bay and the coral sea, it is clear that queensland's natural beauty merely starts in Brisbane. Two hours flying to the North the Great Barrier Reef is a living national treasure. Brisbane has a wealth of attractions and you can indulge as much as you like, but in the River City of the North you never far from nature which is free for all to enjoy.