Learn about Brisbane
Brisbane (Australia’s New World City) is the capital city of Queensland – Australia’s second largest state by area.
Brisbane offers world-class education along with a high-quality, accessible lifestyle – especially if you compare living expenses and tuition costs with other developed countries. The city also strives to make international students feel at home right from Study Brisbane’s special Airport Welcome, to a range of international student events including the City Welcome Festival
The perfect weather and proximity to some of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders are just some of the reasons you’ll love studying in Brisbane. Here are some other top reasons why you should study in Brisbane:
Read more about practical travel information on visas, customs and more: www.australia.com

Facts about Brisbane
Capital city of Queensland
Large Airport
3 World Class Universities
Safe and Welcoming
Brisbane City Welcome Festival
Free WIFI at Parks
Affordable City
Sunny Weather
Public Transport
Our Brisbane Campus
Your Guide to Brisbane
Learn more about what to do in Brisbane, how to shop and daily living in Brisbane.
Whats On
Brisbane is Australia’s most inclusive study destination. Explore everything Brisbane and the surrounding areas have to offer. These are some key events to note throughout the year:
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- Australia Day
- New Year’s Day
- Magic Millions
- Brisbane International (tennis)
February:
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- Valentine’s Day
March:
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- World Science Festival Brisbane
- NRL (Rugby League) season starts
- Clean up Australia Day
- World’s Greatest Shave
April:
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- Byron Bay Bluesfest (Byron Bay)
- Brisbane Comedy Festival
- ANZAC Day
May:
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- Brisbane Comedy Festival
- Blues on Broadbeach (Gold Coast)
- SeaFire (Gold Coast)
June:
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- Whale Watching season commences
- State of Origin (rugby league)
- End of financial year sales
- Brisbane Marathon
July:
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- Le Festival – Brisbane French Festival
- University Open Days
August:
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- Royal Queensland Show – Ekka (Brisbane)
- MEKKA (Ekka Races)
- Annual Strawberry Festival (Caboolture)
- University Open Days
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- Bridge to Brisbane (marathon)
- Brisbane Festival
- River Fire
- Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers (Toowoomba)
October:
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- Oktoberfest Brisbane
- Gold Coast 600 (Gold Coast)
November:
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- Melbourne Cup
- Movember
December:
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- Christmas celebrations
- Boxing Day Sales
- Woodford Folk Festival (Woodford)
- New Years Eve events
Must try/visit:
- Visit the Gold Coast
- Koala Pine Sanctuary
- Visit a themepark: Dreamworld, Movieworld, SeaWorld, Wet ‘n’ Wild, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (Gold Coast)
- GOMA (Gallery of Modern Art)
- Brisbane Museum
- Southbank
- Brisbane City Sounds
This should be used as a guide only and may change year-to-year. Check http://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/whats-on for more information.
Weather
Brisbane has more sunny days per year than any other Australian capital city. In 2013, Brisbane had 261 days of full sunshine. Boasting Australia’s best climate, Brisbane summers offer sub-tropical humid heat cooled by beautiful afternoon thunderstorms, while winters rarely dip below 20°C. Spring and autumn are favourite seasons for residents, as it’s easy to enjoy the outdoors with temperatures hovering in the mid-to-late 20s.
Plan ahead with this information on temperature and rainfall in Brisbane.
Summer (December – February)
During summer, average temperatures range from 21 – 29.8°C (69.8 – 85.6°F) and the city has its highest rainfall, which can bring afternoon thunderstorms. Average rainfall during this time is 426.6 mm (16.8″).
Autumn (March – May)
Autumn signals the end of the hot summer when average temperatures drop between 15 – 25°C (59 – 77°F), and the city experiences low humidity and less rain.
Winter (June – August)
Brisbane’s weather in winter is generally dry and mild with mean temperatures between 11 – 21°C (51.8 – 69.8°F). Early mornings and nights can be crisp, but overnight lows rarely drop below 9°C (48.2°F).
Spring (September – November)
The spring climate is similar to autumn, with average temperatures between 15 – 25°C (59 – 77°F). Warm, sunny days are tempered by cool sea breezes
(source: www.australia.com )
Student support in Queensland
Queensland offers a range of resources including the Queensland student hub network, an international student hotline and student support staff dedicated to supporting and encouraging students.
1800QSTUDY (1800 778 839) is a hotline for international students across Queensland. The service supports students, agents, chaperones, parents and homestay providers with 24/7 phone support and general enquires regarding studying in Queensland. Please note, 1800QSTUDY is not an emergency service number. In an emergency, please dial Triple Zero (000) and ask for police, fire or ambulance. Services include:
- Afterhours support
- Accommodation advice
- Public transport and travel advice
- Employment advice
- Health and wellbeing referrals
- Legal referrals
- Complaint referrals
- A translations service is available
Shops
Supermarkets:
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- Coles
- Woolworths
- Aldi
Discount Store Retailers
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- Target
- Kmart
- BigW
- The Reject Shop
- Choice Discount Variety Stores
- Stacks
Department Stores
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- Myer
- David Jones
Health & Beauty
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- Priceline
- Chemist Warehouse
- Terry White Chemist
Banking
- National Australia Bank (NAB)
- Westpac
- Commonwealth Bank
- Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ)
Nearby Doctors
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- Wintergarden Doctors
- Turbot Street Medical Centre
- Central Station Medical Centre
- Sakura Family Clinic
- Cbd 7 Day Medial Centre
- See more
Post Office
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- Australia Post
Nearby Attractions
- Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
- Brisbane City Hall
- Queensland Gallery of Modern Art
- Museum of Brisbane
- Wheel of Brisbane
- Roma Street Parkland
*Disclaimer: None of these providers are operated or endorsed by BROWNS, nor does BROWNS recommend one over the other. BROWNS will not assume responsibility for these.
Cost of Living
Brisbane is one of Australia’s most affordable places to study. You’ll find that tuition fees provide students with value for money, and cost of living expenses are more affordable compared to other developed countries.
Living costs in Australia, visit www.studyaustralia.gov.au
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Airlines
Australia has three major domestic airlines which include Qantas, JetStar, Virgin Australia,
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Base to Explore
Staying in Brisbane puts you in prime position to explore some of Australia’s best destinations, both within the state of Queensland and beyond.
As the closest Australian state capital to Asia with an integrated public transport system, you’ll be able to get anywhere easily so that exploring Australia and beyond couldn’t be easier.
| Destination | Approximate Travel Times |
|---|---|
| Gold Coast | 1 hour by train |
| Sunshine Coast | 1 hour by car |
| Sydney | 1 hour by plane |
| Melbourne | 2 hours by plane |
| Great Barrier Reef | 2 hours by plane |
| Auckland | 3 hours by plane |
| Singapore | 8 hours by plane |
| Guangzhou; | 9 hours by plane |
| Seoul | 10 hours by plane |
| Dubai | 14 hours by plane |

