Urban List Features

From what it is to what it's doing for Queensland, here's everything you need to know about Destination 2045.

It's all part of their new Mexican food festival, taking over the riverfront precinct for two vibrant weekends. 

It’s almost impossible to keep up to date on all of Brisbane's foodie news, so to make it easy, we've rounded up all the updates you need to know.

The globally iconic spectacle is taking over Suncorp Stadium with stirring anthems and a whole lot of bagpipes.

At its core, Lunar New Year is a reset button. A chance to hit pause after the chaos of the year just gone, and spend time with the people you love.

From a humble Facebook page to a flagship store in Fitzroy, the Melbourne-born streetwear brand has scaled fast. But it's never been about following fashion cycles or chasing cultural capital; it’s always been about serving people. 

A new residential, leisure and lifestyle precinct is coming to the riverside inspired by the iconic Cali destination. 

Let’s face it: the Gregorian calendar’s New Year's is overrated.

Thanks to those long couple of years we were grounded at home, we’re guessing plenty of you have clocked some serious annual leave days, so why not start thinking ahead and planning your next big adventure?

A fourth-generation chef raised in Abruzzo, Italy, Daniela Maiorano knows a thing or two about hosting the Italian way. Now settled in Byron Bay, she's found a way to blend her two worlds to create simple, flavourful food that hits every time.

Ready to hit the skies in 2026? Us too. From pristine Greek islands and sandy beaches of Sri Lanka to the neon-lit streets of Seoul, here's where we're heading (and why) this year. 

We’ve rounded up all the Invasion/Survival Day rallies happening around the country in 2026. Turn up, show up, and remember—we’re always stronger together. 

Clothing The Gaps has teamed up with Lush, launching a limited-edition Always Will Be soap, with 75% of sales donated directly to Clothing The Gaps to support education and advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

After a multi-city tour of bucket list destinations, Samantha Andrew fell head over heels for South Korea. 

Sunday seshes, backyard dinners and warm nights that roll into the early hours of the morning—summer hosting season is fast approaching. These are the trends and hacks we're loving for effortless entertaining.

+81 Sushi Kappo is serving up Japanese minimalism across a multi-course seafood-focussed omakase. 

Brisbane Powerhouse’s Australian-first vertical dining experience combines indulgent dining with a dash of adventure. 

No ring? No problem with this limited-time-only package where you can skip the aisle and walk straight to total indulgence. 

The CBD's oldest pub is reaching new heights (literally) alongside a mammoth refurbishment.

Australia’s own Tom Ford travels more in one year than most people do in their adult lives.

If you ask content creator, podcaster, and avid traveller Renee Buckingham how she likes to explore the world, she’s got a couple of different modes.

GOAT-approved flicks, matching snacks and our favourite moments to recap. Here’s what we’re watching—and what you should be too.

Inspired by the iconic Queenslander, the mammoth development is in the hands of internationally renowned superstars. 

Demolished? Refurbished? Turned into apartments? Here's the rundown on what's next for The Gabba.

When TV personality, podcast presenter and dad of two Matty Fahd locked in his family’s first trip together, it turned out to be one for the books.

When the saying “once bitten, twice shy” was coined—the creators didn’t take Louis Hanson into account. 

An iconic Whitsundays island is returning to its former glory with a massive revitalisation well in the works. 

Whether you’re heading to a cricket game or cheering on the Lions at an AFL match, the action doesn’t stop at the stadium gates.

Sail through the slew of new year birthdays and anniversaries with these tips for budget-friendly celebrating.

Run out of leftovers? Here are the Brisbane cafes, restaurants and bars keeping doors open on Boxing Day. 

From Secret Santas to fussy family members and mates who have it all—The Body Shop's got Christmas sorted with these budget-friendly picks. 

Your go-to guides for beauty-lovers, adventure-seekers and everyone in between.

Steak frites and escargot dance in the candlelight of Brisbane CBD’s new French bistro from hospo heavyweights.

Brisbane's new open-air gig series features a vibrant atmosphere and a killer lineup of international and Aussie acts.

From unique artisanal finds to locally made goodies, here’s your ultimate Brisbane gift guide.

Katie Muirhead initially came to New York for only a few months. Nine years later, this Sydney-raised model and copywriter has well and truly found her place. 

The globally renowned Death & Co has arrived in Australia, and they’re set to completely change the way you drink.

The iconic pub on North Stradbroke Island is back after a massive redevelopment, with a refreshed bistro and breezy new spaces.

The new era for the Fox features a late-night cocktail lounge, rooftop bar and elevated bistro across the impressive multi-level precinct. 

Snap your annual Christmas family photo (pets included) at the best places to get Santa photos in Brisbane this year.

So where does she go to recharge? Escaping the hustle and bustle of New York is a must for Emma Mannswirth, and she loves heading to both central New York State and the Finger Lakes.

The proposed development wants to transform a long-time vacant site into a vibrant precinct with community at its core.

The northside icon is making a comeback with a massive development in the works. 

Urban List guest editor Sophie Coote gives us a peek behind the curtain at SIR. The Label and shares what inspires her and her collections. 

BYO umbrella, because this summer is set to be hotter, wetter, and more humid than usual.

New York is a state of great escapes, and Pam Hendry knows it well.

Brisbane’s most iconic shopping strip is levelling up—here's everything you need to know. 

Sono Lumo is the free and immersive celebration after dark, with dazzling surprises around every corner. 

No matter how old we get or how busy our lives become, each year we still get just as excited for the onslaught of Christmas events that merrily overtake our city. 

Function Well is opening a brand-new flagship in West Village and it's their most elevated offering to date.

Conscious gifting just got chic. From refillable beauty buys and recycled gold jewellery, these sustainable gifts get our green thumbs up.

According to Burnt Ends chef Dave Pynt, even a quick stop in Singapore is enough to get out and see the best of the city. 

From a new terminal to security upgrades and expanded duty-free, here’s how the Future BNE project is set to change the way you travel. 

Get ready to giggle, chuckle and guffaw because a massive month of comedy is on the cards in this city-wide celebration.

A high-end retail and commercial development has been proposed with a rooftop garden and an underground dining venue.

Australia’s largest purpose-built integrated entertainment city has been proposed to transform a site off the Bruce Highway into a lifestyle and tourism epicentre.

Shop our selection of the best Christmas gift ideas this side of the North Pole.

Featuring over 300 pieces of work from the world’s most influential street artist, this immersive experience will blow your mind.

Brisbane’s beauty scene is getting a glow up with Adore Beauty opening another Queensland bricks-and-mortar store.

Landers Pocket is set to redefine the Brisbane landscape with a brewery, distillery, gastropub, beer garden, mini golf course and more. 

We’re saddling up and showing you how to ride the wave of the country revival, Aussie style.

Straight out of a fairytale, this annual lightshow spectacle is back and brighter than ever for the festive season.

From morning brews to late night snacks, the kitchen is the heart of the home, so it's important to get it right. 

More than ever, we don't just want our values to be reflected in brands' messaging, we want to see them in practice, from the shop floor to HQ.

Art meets mini golf in this bold new exhibition transforming a historic waterfront precinct into the wildest nine-hole course. 

Shopping your values can be easier said than done, so we asked our team for their best advice on putting your money where your mouth is.

Listen up, egg-lovers, protein-fiends and home cooks alike. World Egg Day (11 October) is approaching, and this year, it’s so much more than just a runny, golden yolk on your avo toast.

If you like your food fresh, fast and famous, then get keen because American burger joint Wendy’s is finally coming to Brisbane. 

Here are all our favourite ways to celebrate the spooky season this year... if you dare.

What does a MasterChef cook in their own home? We asked Alex Crisp for a look inside her kitchen. 

As part of their latest exhibition Presence, the GOMA team are turning the gallery into an enourmous indoor stream. 

Back with bite, the fourth edition of Night Feast will see some of Brisbane’s best restaurants serve up one-time-only dishes at Brisbane Powerhouse.

Following on from their mammoth run across Australia in 2024, the pair have just wrapped up a run across the entire length of the UK—making them the first brothers to achieve such a feat.

The Gold Coast has long been embraced for its relaxed, beachy life, but the coastal city is also Australia’s movie industry hub. 

The riverfront neighbourhood will be the home of Queensland’s largest residential wellness offering. 

The creative couple and long-time collaborators have always been drawn to movies and music that hold a mirror up to who we are as Australians—the good, the bad, the fraught, the collective.

The story of El Arquero’s naming sounds like something out of a founder's biopic. Mates sitting around the table in an Italian bistro, tossing around names, scrawling English to Mexican translations on a paper napkin. Until Adam Gilchrist —yes, that Gilchrist, of Australian cricket fame — typed ‘the keeper’ into Google Translate.

North Lakes is levelling up with a five-star hotel, luxury lagoon pool, boutique retail and high-end restaurants.

Housed in a heritage-listed 1938 apartment block, Marlowe is a nod to Australian comfort dining in its most elevated form. 

Laneway Festival 2026 lineup brings Chappell Roan, Wolf Alice, PinkPantheress, BENEE & more to stages across Australia and New Zealand.

How untrained and unorthodox home cooks are ushering in a new wave of food enthusiasts.

The sun is shining and the birds, but it’s not officially spring in Brisbane until Customs House unveils their pop-up rosé garden bar.

Brisbane's iconic riverfront precinct will soon be home to Fellini's—an Italian trattoria inspired by the authentic flavours of coastal Italy.

 ‘Brisbane’s Worst Vegetarian Restaurant’ is bringing their flame-grilled premium steaks to a new venue on the northside.

Brisbane Festival is returning in September 2025 with another epic lineup of art installations, theatre, live music and everything in between.

Built on warm hospitality, expect fresh takes on Italian classics and a savoury cocktail list. 

Fire up that group chat and get planning because Riverfire is returning to Brisbane with a bang in 2025.

From drag pagaents to adults-only bubble shows and river parades, these will be the hottest tickets in town.

Here’s the thing: belonging isn’t up for debate. And if you really want proof? Just look at these nine Black-owned businesses and cultural spaces—serving up suya skewers, good coffee, big art, and even bigger vibes.

Your favourite summer festival is returning with big beats, big energy, and big changes.