Up on Kangaroo Point, Brisbane locals can get an enticing aperitivo hour, while taking in the stunning panoramic view of the river and the city.
Photo credit: barspritz/Instagram
Bar Spritz, which takes over the former Cliffs Café, is the latest venue to quench the thirst of locals for spritz and cocktails. The bar menu includes delightful Aperol and Hugo Spritz and a wide range of cocktails, perfect for cooling down under the summer heat.
Exclusive to Bar Spritz in Queensland is the white peach puree and prosecco Bellini Cipriani.
All the refreshing aperitivo drinks won’t be complete without a good selection of nibbles. The bar prepares Italian antipasti menu, including cannoli and Italian platters with cold meats, veggies and burrata.
Every Sunday, a live DJ sets the mood at the bar. The Pizzantica kombi food truck is also stationed at the bar for those looking for some quick eats in the afternoon.
Dog lovers will also be pleased to know that the open-air bar welcomes furry friends to the establishment.
Bar Spritz opens its doors daily at 6:00 a.m. and stays open until midnight.
Looking for an extraordinary way of celebrating the New Year? Brisbane’s iconic Story Bridge offers the best vantage point for viewing the fireworks around the river city.
Kangaroo Point’s Story Bridge Adventure Climb offers the New Year’s Eve Climb for those who wish to see all of Brisbane on the last night of the year.
Event Details
What:
Story Bridge New Year’s Eve Climb
When:
Sunday 31 December 2017
10:00 p.m. or 10:20 p.m. Departure
Where:
Story Bridge Adventure Climb
170 Main Street, Kangaroo Point
The NYE Climb is a perfect adventure for those looking for something memorable as they say farewell to 2017 and welcome 2018. Climbers will be at the summit when the clock strikes 12:00 midnight and fireworks light the sky.
At the top of the bridge, the climbers can take in the magnificent night view of Brisbane River and the surrounding city.
The Story Bridge climb is an astounding experience in itself. But doing it on New Year’s Eve makes it even more special. It is definitely a must-do activity for locals and tourists alike.
As part of the booking, climbers will get a guided tour and receive a New Year’s Eve photography package. Anyone who wishes to join the climb must have a blood alcohol level that is less than 0.05%.
Brisbane City Council is updating the Kangaroo Point Peninsula neighbourhood plan and wants locals to have their say.
The renewal plan is part of the council’s strategy to create a long-term vision for the future of the Kangaroo Point Peninsula. After consulting the public, the updated neighbourhood plan will become part of the Brisbane City Plan 2014.
The plan covers the area bounded by the Brisbane River, Park Avenue, Shafston Avenue and Amesbury Street.
Strategies
The neighbourhood plan is guided by key strategic points:
Connecting the Peninsula – The plan aims to create new pedestrian and cycle bridges that will connect Kangaroo Point to CBD. The planners are also looking to address missing RiverWalk links around the peninsula. They also would like to know if there is a need for an additional CityCat stop.
Managing Development – The plan intends to make heritage spots and Story Bridge views as the primary considerations for future developments in the area.
Enhancing Local Lifestyle – The peninsula’s proximity to the city centre gives it strong potential for growth in terms of lifestyle dining, retail and business activities. The plan includes making Captain Burke Park a city-wide destination and revitalising Main Street to turn it into a lively dining and retail precinct.
Improving River Access – Planners are looking to upgrade access to Captain Burke Park beach and revitalise the Frank Nicklin Dock at Dockside. They are also planning for enhanced river access for kayak, canoe and paddleboard enthusiasts.
Watch the video about Kangaroo Point Neighbourhood Plan:
Providing Feedback
There are different ways for locals to let the council know what they think about the neighbourhood plan. They can complete the online survey, which will run until Friday 8 December 2017.
To send feedback about the Kangaroo Point Peninsula neighbourhood plan, contact the planning team by:
or posting a submission to:
Neighbourhood Planning and Urban Renewal (Kangaroo Point)
Brisbane City Council
GPO Box 1434
Brisbane Qld 4001
A council planner will also hold two sessions where locals can talk with the planner one-on-one regarding the neighbourhood plan. These sessions should be the perfect opportunity to raise concerns or provide comments about the plan.
Session 1: Captain Burke Park, Kangaroo Point, near the Holman Street Ferry Terminal
Date: Saturday 4 November 9am-12 noon
Session 2: C.T. White Park, Kangaroo Point, near the entrance to the Thornton Street Ferry Terminal
Date: Wednesday 29 November 3-6pm
Feedback submission will close on Friday 8 December 2017.
Where else to take in the stunning view of Brisbane River and the city but at the top of Brisbane’s iconic Story Bridge. This Father’s Day, it can be the perfect experience to spend with dad.
Story Bridge is offering everyone to experience the Story Bridge Adventure Climb (SBAC) with dad. From today up to Sunday 3 September 2017, the SBAC Twilight Bridge Climb and Night Climb will be offered at special discounted rates.
Book at the SBAC website and enter promo code: DAD17 to avail of the Father’s Day promo.
A Climb to Remember
The Story Bridge climb is one climb to remember and will surely be a perfect bonding opportunity for Father’s Day. It is also an ideal adventure for all ages. The climb is done at a relaxed pace and climbers need not have a particularly high level of fitness.
Path of the Story Bridge Adventure Climb. (Photo credit: www.sbac.net.au)
The climb takes 2 1/2 hours and participants will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the river city. At the end of the Story Bridge adventure, climbers can purchase photographs of them to keep for lasting memories.
The climb to the bridge can also be a good way of defeating one’s fear of heights. Many people have conquered their fear of heights when they climb the Story Bridge. All supplies are provided and the safety of participants is ensured.
Story Bridge Stories
The SBAC experience is more than a climb. During the journey, participants will get to learn about how the Story Bridge was built. They will hear about the history of Brisbane and know things that not all Brisbane residents know.
Photo credit: www.sbac.net.au
The Story Bridge climb is one must-do adventure and should be a perfect experience for Father’s Day.
The event is considered as one of the oldest and friendliest Australian events, drawing thousands of participants from more than 35 countries each year. Brisbane Marathon is often called the “boutique” marathon, mainly because runners are treated like VIPs.
Aside from testing one’s endurance, the marathon also allows the participants to soak in the beauty of the Brisbane River and experience the buzz of the city streets on early Sunday morning. Runners will be able to appreciate the sunrise as they pass through the Story Bridge.
Event Details
Date:
Sunday, 6 August 2017
Time:
6:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Start Location:
Alice Street, Brisbane City
Finish Location:
Gardens Point Road, Brisbane City
The run will start at 6:00 a.m. and marathoners will have until 12:30 p.m. to finish the course. Along the course, there are designated check points, which the runners will have to reach at designated times. If the participant is unable to reach the checkpoints in time, they will be diverted off the roadway. Finish line may not be accessible after 12:30 p.m. and runners may not receive an official result if they do not finish by 12:30 p.m.
Main Street, Kangaroo Point (7km): After 8:00 a.m. participants will be diverted off roadway
Jane Street (between Buchanan Street and Montague Road) (14.5km): After 8:30 a.m. participants will be diverted off roadway
Holman Street, Kangaroo Point (27.5km): After 11:00 a.m. participants will be diverted off roadway
Lower River Terrace, South Brisbane (30km): After 11:00 a.m. participants will be diverted off roadway
Hill End Terrace, West End (36.5km): After 11:45 a.m. participants will be diverted off roadway
Riverside Drive, West End (39km): After 12:00 p.m. participants will be diverted off roadway
Brisbane Marathon features five events designed for different levels of runners.
42.2km Brisbane Marathon – The main marathon will test the limits of the body’s endurance. The course will start from Brisbane City and will take on streets and shared pathways around the river, will cross the river and pass through parts of Fortitude Valley, New Farm, Kangaroo Point, Woolloongabba, South Brisbane and West End.
Photo credit: www.brisbanemarathon.com
21.1km Half Marathon – The half marathon will follow the same route as the 42.2 km run, except that there is no second lap.
Photo credit: www.brisbanemarathon.com
10km Brisbane Run/Walk – The 10-km run/walk is one of the most popular event on Brisbane Marathon. The course will start from Brisbane City, pass by New Farm and cross Story Bridge to Kangaroo Point before crossing Goodwill Bridge on the way back to Brisbane City.
Photo credit: www.brisbanemarathon.com
5km Brisbane Run/Walk – The 5-km run is a fun activity that is suitable for all ages and fitness level. The route will start from Garden Point Road, will cross Goodwill Bridge and go through the streets along the river in Kangaroo Point and South Bank
Photo credit: www.brisbanemarathon.com
1km Kids Mini Marathon – Kids can also join in the fun run with the mini marathon that will go around the City Botanic Gardens in Brisbane City. Children who will finish the course will receive a medal upon crossing the finish line. The course is open to kids below 12 years of age. The run will start at 10:00 a.m.
For their 12 June meeting, KPNHW invited Micah Projects’ Natalie Garth and Dr Saad Farooqui to gain a better understanding of homelessness in Brisbane. The neighbourhood watch decided to conduct a fundraiser to help rough sleepers access housing.
KPNHW is holding its Christmas in July Fundraiser in support of the work of Micah Projects. The fundraising event will be held at a beautiful river setting at Medley Café and Restaurant in Kangaroo Point on Monday, 17 July 2017.
Event Details:
Date:
Monday, 17 July 2017
Time:
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Venue:
Medley Café and Restaurant
62 Wharf Street, Kangaroo Point
Cost:
$50 per person
Please pay Direct Deposit to BSB: 084-004
Account Number: 596374475
Account Name: KPNHW
Bank: NAB, New Farm
Reference: KP17July + your surname
Contact kpnhw.sec@gmail.com if unable to pay by direct deposit.
Photo credit: micahprojects.org.au
“Every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity and connection with their community of choice.”
~ Micah Projects
What to Expect
Photo credit: www.medleykp.com.au
There will be welcome drink on arrival and a selection of hot and cold canapés. Additional drinks will be available for purchase. Live music will be supplied by Out of Abingdon.
The Attendees can donate Welcome Packs at the Wishing Well. These welcome packs will be given to rough sleepers to help them start in their new housing.
Prizes will be raffled off during the event. KPNHW has received donations from local businesses to raffle the following gift vouchers.
Kangaroo Point locals should see more of the best food trucks in Brisbane as one of its premium locations ranked among the most favoured sites in Brisbane City Council’s recent food truck trial.
The city council launched the Brisbane Food Trucks website in July last year, allowing residents to find out where their favourite food trucks are scheduled to serve. The website includes a function for food truck businesses to book premium food truck locations.
(Photo credit: Mr Burger Brisbane / Facebook)
Based on bookings on the website, River Terrace at Kangaroo Point Cliffs is a favourite spot among food-on-wheels owners. River Tce took 4th place with 9 bookings.
City Botanic Gardens topped the list with 57 bookings, followed by Albert St shared zone, city with 25 bookings and Orleigh Park in West End with 11 bookings.
The other favourite locations of food truck vendors include Hidden World Playground, Jane Street, Davies Park in West End, EE McCormick Place in City West and New Farm Park.
The River Terrace located atop Kangaroo Point Cliffs provides gorgeous views of the river and the city. Locals and visitors can get a commanding view of boats and yachts cruising through the river, high-rise buildings from atop the cliff and the beautiful city sunset, enough reason for food truck vendors and food lovers to be attracted to this place.
The food truck program will continue with basically the same format. There are 41 vendors participating in the program. They include The Bone Lorry, Rolling Stone Pizza, King of the Wings, The Bun Mobile, Kraut N’ About and Rolls Pho Mi.
The Brisbane Food Truck program was created to satisfy the craving of locals for top quality meals on wheels. At the same time, the program adds life to different public spaces around Brisbane. Food trucks are allowed to do business at premium locations as long as they do not impact permanent food businesses there. Another condition is that they do not block access to facilities.
Demonstrating the growing trend towards green architecture and sustainability in building design, Kangaroo Point’s Walan Apartments will be the first development in Brisbane’s fiercely competitive apartment-style high-rise market to utilise a large-scale “green wall”. Featuring a vertical forest that was designed to become an architectural landmark in Kangaroo Point, which is widely considered as Brisbane’s Little Manhattan, Walan’s address on #2 Scott Street is certainly going to give the precinct’s cityscape a picturesque and memorable addition to its riverfront skyline.
Inspired by the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, the building’s design incorporates six-metre high semi-mature trees which are braced and entwined, 14-storeys high, and growing up the spine of the main street elevation. “We’ve taken the green wall to new heights … This has never been achieved in apartment living in Australia before,” Cam Ginardi of developer GBW Group, proudly says.
Liam Proberts, architect and director of Bureau Proberts, is the creative genius behind the “vertical landscaping”, which draws inspiration from nature and the site’s relationship with its environment. “The main idea for this project was to create a home with a connection to the landscape … like having a mini-backyard running up the building,” Mr. Proberts explains.
“I’ve not worked on anything quite like this, but there is definitely a growing theme in Queensland of melding the indoor with the outdoor, and so this seemed like a logical thing to do … I’m sure it will be a model for future developments.” Mr. Proberts adds.
Such is the designer’s concern for preserving the site’s relationship to its natural environment that a heritage house which has originally been on-site, has been retained and carefully restored, to house a gym, lap pool, and kitchen in its new incarnation.
Other Green Buildings
Artist’s Impression of Jardino. From Brisbane Development.
Kangaroo Point is certainly getting its share of green buildings. In recent news, another project by Bureau Proberts, a 19-storey “breathing building” will soon rise on Hamilton Street. Aptly named Jardino, the building will have flowering plants on stainless steel screening wrapped around the structure, with a rainwater tank on the rooftop feeding a centralised watering system for the plants.
443 Queen Street, Brisbane. Photo from Brisbane Development.
Meanwhile, in Brisbane, a controversial 47-level tower will soon rise on 443 Queen Street, just a stone’s throw away from the iconic Customs House. Expected for completion in early 2018, this $375 million tower will have multiple gardens composed of stacked ledges at the building’s base. The top ledges will have trees, with shrubbery strategically positioned up the building’s side.
In Sydney, One Central Park has scored a world’s first, with its 116-metre vertical green walls. Designed by noted French botanist Patrick Blanc, it contains 35,000 plants. The building has thus far won at least 28 awards for its architecture, interior design and green credentials, including the International Green Infrastructure Award from the World Green Infrastructure Congress, and the Council for Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat’s award for Best Tall Building Worldwide.
Professor Sue Holliday, an authority on Urban Policy and Strategy from the University of NSW, made an excellent observation in her statement about Sydney’s One Central Park. “They made a lot of positive moves in that direction, which is where inner-city regeneration needs to go,” Prof. Holliday said, referring to incorporating sustainability in design.
Given Kangaroo Point’s vertical forest at Walan and the “breathing building” of Jardino, plus Brisbane’s Queen Street green development, Queensland’s architectural cityscape certainly seems to be branching out and growing in the right direction.
