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A magnificent power station of the 1920s, reborn as Queensland's home of contemporary arts and culture, and the beating heart of Brisbane's festival life. On the banks of the Brisbane River, Brisbane Powerhouse is a place where history and creativity collide. A precinct alive with possibility, deeply rooted in the life of this city, and driven by a singular vision: to open minds through the arts. This is a place with a sense of play. With over 1,250 performances and events each year, our program spans festival, visual arts, music, theatre, comedy, dance, film, in conversation and digital arts. Bold, diverse and made with Brisbane in mind. We produce and power some of the city's most significant festivals and events — including the Brisbane Comedy Festival, Melt, and Night Feast. Through our Brisbane Artist in Residence program, we invest in the city's creative future, supporting local artists to create, experiment and grow. As Brisbane steps onto the world stage for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, our ambition grows with it. We are building a cultural institution of international standing — one that reflects the boldness, diversity and spirit of this city, and that welcomes the world with the full force of what Queensland's arts can offer. Brisbane Powerhouse features two main stage theatres, three smaller performance venues, gallery spaces, three restaurants and bars (Bar Alto, Mary Mae's Bar + Kitchen and Vertigo), P.S. Powerhouse Store, corporate and events facilities and one of the best river views in Brisbane. Brisbane Powerhouse is a Brisbane City Council owned venue.

The Brisbane Showgrounds is a world-class events and lifestyle precinct located on the fringe of the city's CBD. It's home to the state-of-the-art Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC), a four and a half star Rydges Hotel and vibrant King Street dining and retail hub, making it a sought-after and leading events destination. The Royal ICC is the only convention centre in Australia that can offer clients menus featuring award-winning produce from the prestigious Royal Queensland Food and Wine Show and iconic Royal Queensland Show (Ekka).

Limes Hotel is the first Australian member of the Design Hotels Group and the newest member of Eight Hotels. We are a small 21 room hotel located in Fortitude Valley just northeast of the city centre. Fortitude Valley is the hub of Brisbane's nightlife, known for its trendy and exciting bars, cafes and clubs. With our modern aesthetic, hip interiors, fashionable roof top bar and in-house designer cinema, the Limes Hotel fits right into this happening neighborhood. Each of our 21 rooms comes equipped with: Flat screen 32 inch cable television IPod docking stations Direct-dial telephone Free Wi-Fi and broadband Internet access L'Occitane room amenities Goose down pillows Ploh bathrobes Nespresso Citiz coffee maker and T2 tea Hairdryer Mini bar fridge In-room personal safe Complimentary daily newspaper service during weekday is also available on request. Rooms also come with signature Dello Mano brownies on arrival and a complimentary Limes Signature Cocktail or glass of our "Wine of the Month" to be enjoyed at our roof top bar. Limes Roof Top bar is open daily to hotel guest and the general public, with in house guests always given priority.