NEWSLETTER SIGNUPQBE Riverfire
In 2010, QBE Riverfire will be staged as part of Brisbane Festival’s opening extravaganza on Saturday 4 September.
Aircraft displays
The entertainment starts at 12noon, when the Australian Defence Force offers up a jam-packed programme at South Bank featuring aircraft displays, drills and live music.
At 5pm a Blackhawk helicopter* takes off for a fantastic aerial display and then, when the sun goes down, the awesome F-111* strike jets make their final curtain call.
Radio broadcast
From 7pm tune into 104.5 FM for Triple M's outside broadcast of the fireworks extravaganza. The inspiring soundtrack, shaped by Creative Director Tony Assness, will feature thumping primal sounds of drums and didgeridoos, electronic beats, classical masterpieces, retro tunes and today's popular hits - all designed to trigger the pyrotechnic display for maximum impact.
Live TV broadcast
For those who celebrate at home, you can catch all the spectacle by tuning into the special live broadcast statewide on Channel Nine from 6.30pm.
* Availability of ADF aircraft including F-111s and the Blackhawk helicopter is subject to operational requirements. Please note: the previously advertised Roulettes have been replaced with the Blackhawk helicopter.
Vantage points
The celebration starts as early as 12noon, when people arrive to stake out their favourite vantage points.
South Bank is a popular place for families to watch QBE Riverfire. The venue is fenced for public safety and will be closed once capacity is reached.
Please do not bring glass, alcohol and drink bottles with broken seals, including bottles of water or softdrink to South Bank. These items will be confiscated by South Bank security staff. QBE Riverfire at South Bank is an alcohol-free event.
If you're heading to QBE Riverfire at the Parklands, South Bank, you should check the FAQs on the South Bank website for more information.
Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Victoria Bridge, City Riverwalk (including Riverside Centre and Eagle Street Pier), Captain Burke Park and Wilson's Lookout offer alternative vantage points. All these sites offer food and beverages for sale.
For people who have limited mobility, access is available at South Bank, Eagle Street Pier, Riverside Centre, City Botanical Gardens and Captain Burke Park.
Road closures
For safety reasons, a number of streets and bridges are closed before, during and after Riverfire. Don't get stranded - check the list of road closures and make sure you know what places are closed to both cars and pedestrians.
Dates
Sat 4 September 2010
Times
Entertainment starts 12noon; Fireworks approx. 7pm
Venue
South Bank ParklandsLittle Stanley Street, South Bank
Cost
Free entry
Further information
Brisbane FestivalEmail: brisbanefestival [at] brisbanefestival [dot] com [dot] au
Phone: 07 3833 5400
Web: www.brisbanefestival.com.au
Location
South Bank Parklands
Little Stanley Street
South Bank
Brisbane's South Bank Parklands feature 17 hectares of lush gardens and lawns, including the Rainforest Green, the Clem Jones Promenade next to the Brisbane River and the magnificent Arbour.
Opening hours
The open, public spaces are accessible 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Parking
Paid parking is available at the following local car parks:
- South Bank Parklands Underground car park. Enter via Tribune or Little Stanley Streets, South Bank. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3867 2051 or Visit South Bank.
- Stanley Place car park. Enter via the Cultural Centre tunnel or Stanley Place. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Queensland Art Gallery/Queensland Museum car park. Enter via Grey Street or the Cultural Centre tunnel. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Queensland Performing Arts Centre car park. Enter via the Cultural Centre tunnel. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3840 7103.
- Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Enter via Stanley or Merivale Streets. For information on parking fees, telephone (07) 3308 3000.
Please note, for vehicles entering the South Bank precinct from the south, until 2011 there will be no right turning lane into Russell Street from Grey Street.
Public transport
Bus: Cultural Centre Busway Station in Melbourne Street; and at the corner of Colchester and Tribune Streets (South Bank Busway Station).
Train: There are two train stations in South Bank:
- South Bank Station (accessed from Tribune Street). South Bank station is closer to Little Stanley Street, Queensland Maritime Museum and the Goodwill Bridge end of the precinct.
- South Brisbane Railway Station (accessed via Melbourne Street). South Brisbane station is closest to QPAC and the Art Gallery and Museum.
Trains run regularly between South Bank Station and the Gold Coast. Statewide rail connections leave from Roma Street Stations Transit Centre which is only one train stop away from South Bank.
CityCat & Ferry: The CityCat and City Ferry terminals are located at South Bank 1 CityCat terminal.
For further public transport information call TransLink on 13 12 30.
Taxi Ranks
Taxi ranks are located at:
- Sidon Street - outside the Ship Inn
- Little Stanley Street
- Grey Street
- Cultural Forecourt
- Outside Southbank TAFE on Glenelg Street
- Outside QPAC on Grey Street
- Outside BCEC - Cnr Glenelg & Merivale Streets
Accessibility
South Bank Parklands is accessible by wheel chair.
