Brisbane's Moreton Bay region was first home to the Indigenous people of the Pagera and Turrbul language groups.  

In 1824 the area was established as a penal settlement for convicts by Sir Thomas Brisbane, the Governor of New South Wales. Due to the abundance of natural resources the area was opened up to free settlers in 1824, which soon saw the establishment for Brisbane.  

By 1859, Brisbane was recognised as the capital city of the self-governing colony of Queensland, know for its booming river and maritime trade and industry. Many of Brisbane's buildings and suburbs were built in the 1880s'.  

After Federation in 1901, Brisbane left behind its convict past and continued to develop into a modern river city. The sub tropical climate combined with a rice cultural heritage makes Brisbane a city with a relaxed outdoor lifestyle that can be enjoyed all year round. This cultural heritage can be discovered by car, foot or ferry as transport is easily accessible, including trains and buses allowing one to visit the many restaurants, cafes, tourist parks and other places of interest.  

So with all that this river city has to offer, welcome and discover Brisbane.