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The Sandgate Aquatic Centre's wide range of pools and facilities makes it the perfect place for fun-filled day trip.
This giant sandy-floored wading pool was a Great Depression government project that still benefits the community
Rocky Hole is an idyllic series of bush rock pools in the Mt Mee section of D’Aguilar National Park, that makes a great natural swimming spot on a hot summer’s day
This gigantic tropical sea front pool nestled at the base of Redcliffe’s cliffs is a favourite for families with young children and those who enjoy a shallow water paddle on a hot day.
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One of Tamborine Mountain's most popular tourist attractions with stunning views over the open canyon, waterfall and rock pools
Bunya Riverside Reserve, also known as Bunya Crossing, has a deep waterhole which is perfect for swimming, kayaking, canoeing and fishing
Some great natural and man-made swimming pools in and around Brisbane where you can swim/wade/frolic for free
Orion Lagoon is the sparkling blue jewel in the crown of Robelle Domain, Springfield city’s green heart and one of Ipswich’s showcase parklands
Enoggera Dam, Brisbane’s heritage-listed water reservoir dating from 1866, is The Gap’s bush water playground and one of Walkabout Creek’s leading attractions
One of the Gold Coast's best-kept secrets, the Currumbin Rock Pools can be found in the picturesque Currumbin Valley
A favourite southside haunt on a hot day is Hibiscus swimming pool located in the Hibiscus Sports Complex at Upper Mt Gravatt.
Griffith University Aquatic Centre is one of the southside's best kept secrets. Located in beautiful bush surrounds at Mt Gravatt Campus, this peaceful public pool appeals to all ages – not just uni students.
The sporting legacy of the 1982 Commonwealth Games is still going strong as the Sleeman Sports Complex
The Centenary Pool complex was built to commemorate the 1956 Melbourne Olympics and until 1980 was Brisbane’s principal aquatic sports centre
This swimming complex is one of those rare commodities encompassing swimming pools and a small water park under the one open roof.

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A Night at the Museum is a fantastic evening of discovery and fun for all ages
The QAGOMA Store’s beloved Christmas Design Market is back and bigger than ever this year
All aboard the Twilight Christmas Train, with heritage carriages
Brisbane's annual twilight Scandi Christmas Market is popping up in Woolloongabba
Scenic Rim Christmas Markets to add festive produce cheer
For lovers of the strange, unusual and bizarre
The #1 Ladies Only Sing and Dance Along Party is coming to The Star Brisbane
No festive season is complete without the glorious sound of Handel’s Messiah
Queensland Ballet returns with its favourite Christmas tradition
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