As new venues open, many beloved bars and pubs have closed down around Brisbane over recent years.

Which closed-down venue do you find you wistfully miss the most in Brisbane?

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Sometimes it’s good to get away for bush camping near Brisbane on the weekend – so where’s the best camping around Brisbane?

Whether you’re into caravan camping or pitching a tent, there can be nothing better than getting out the camping equipment and going on a road trip near Brisbane. If you’ve got any tips on good camp sites, camping grounds – even national parks for bush walks  - let everyone know!

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Everyone’s got a reliable local hairdresser. If you’re new to the area, you might be looking for a good salon where you know you can get a good haircut, so share your ideas!

Whether it’s a high-end hairstyle salon, a great barber shop, somewhere reliable for kid’s haircut, or even somewhere offering free or cheap haircuts in Brisbane! Share your tips.

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Imagine the unthinkable – you’re forced to leave Brisbane for some reason, and leave this beautiful city behind.

Obviously, you’d miss your friends and any family you have here. But what uniquely Brisbane things would you truly miss about the city?

You’re spoilt for food choice in West End. Restaurants of many varieties - Italian, Chinese, Greek, Indian, Japanese and more.

So where’s your favourite West End restaurant location? Frequently nominated favourites  include Era, Kim Thanh, Ouzeri, Sitar Indian and Tukka… but what do you think is the best restaurant in West End and why? Any particular menu favourites you can recommend?

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Here in Brisbane, you don’t always need fine dining or a 5 star restaurant. Sometimes you just want a fat juicy burger from your local hotel or takeaway.

Share your review of your favourite burger in Brisbane, and where we can all find it!

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There’s quite a few clothes shopping secrets in this city. Whether it’s factory outlets or some hidden vintage fashion stores… we’re spoilt for choice.

We’ve got stores for women’s fashion and men’s fashion, shoes, maternity wear… where do you like to find your bargain clothing shopping? Share your secrets!

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Everyone likes to keep their body fit, but exercise seems so much more fun when it’s outdoors.

Do you have a favourite park or trail to jog, cycle or do yoga in? Near the CBD, east, west, north or south… let’s uncover those great outdoor spaces to exercise in.

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Not quite a holiday, but something more than an afternoon out – sometimes a day trip or tour is all the relaxation you need to get away from the city.

Where’s your favourite place to visit for a day trip? Give us all some Brisbane day trip ideas! Got Got any hidden secrets for nice spots you’d like to share?

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Some great features of a city remain timeless, and probably will for some time.

What’s your favourite thing about Brisbane that’s never seemed to change… and probably never will?

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