Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation the Bus and Coach Show organisers acknowledge and pay our respect to the Traditional Custodians of the Brisbane region and their connections to land, sea and community, and Elders both past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples attending the Show.

The region of South Brisbane is culturally significant to Indigenous Australians and was frequently used as meeting places for visiting peoples from the north and south of the Brisbane River – the Turrbal and Yuggera people.

Southbank Food & Beverages

Check out the list of local bars and restaurants in the Southbank area here.

Travel Information

Taxi Services operate across Queensland and can be contacted via 131 008 or 131 924. For a list of taxi service areas, visit the Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Bus and coach travel across Queensland easy and economical. Most boast air conditioning, reading lights, adjustable seats and videos, and are available for quick transfers, long-haul journeys or door-to-door services. For a range of service options visit the Transportation and Hire section of the Visit Queensland website.

Air travel is easy - International airports reside in Brisbane, Cairns and the Gold Coast, with domestic airports scattered across regional areas and islands. Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar operate across Queensland.

Queensland Rail is it’s the largest and most comprehensive network of long distance and tourist trains in the nation. Ever-reliable, the train network stretches from the top tip of the Tropical North to the red desert of the Outback. Visit the QueenslandRailTravel website for more info.

Whether bus, train, ferry, or tram is your preference, Queensland has you catered in terms of public transport. The TransLink network stretches as far north as Gympie, as far south as Coolangatta, and as far west as Helidon. With prepaid services common, it’s best to travel with a GoCard.

Car hire companies are conveniently abundant but remember to visit Royal Automobile Club of Queensland's (RACQ) website,  check road conditions at qldtraffic.qld.gov.au and reacquaint yourself with the road rules via Department of Transport and Main Roads before you depart.

Going regional? Qconnect urban buses are a leading option, plan your journey using the qconnect journey planner, or consult your local Visitor Information Centre (VIC).

Weather

Pack for warm weather - expect warm summers and mild winters in Queensland, with majority sunny days. The state is subtropical in the south, and tropical up north - it’s the latter that experiences a defined wet season through summer, that’s humid and hot, with a slightly cooler dry season through winter.

When it comes to what to wear, casual, lightweight clothes are reliable. Temperatures can drop in the southern part of the state, where a jacket or sweatshirt may also be required. But no matter where you are in Queensland, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are always recommended alongside a long-sleeve shirt to protect you from the state’s strong UV rays.

Average Temperatures in Spring (September-November): Brisbane: 13°C to 27°C

The seven-day weather forecast can be found on the BOM website.