I remember when this piazza was built, and the crane toppled over during construction. Southbank was going to be all the rage, with all the attractions. Gondwana Rainforest Sanctuary (where I was working), the butterfly park, the Gondalas that took you on a Journey through the parklands etc. the food stalls, markets, pool. It was such an exciting time. John Denver was one of the opening acts, I loved Johnny. It is basically an open, concrete seated air area, with protection from the elements. If it’s Winter rug up, Summer wear t-shirts. But I’m not complaining, great memories from back in the very...
Read moreAs one of the biggest undercover multipurpose areas in Brisbane it's not an inclusive area because of the no skate signs. I ignored them because where else am I going to set up cones to do freestyle slalom skating? On the M1? There's nowhere else. Now it's locked down and only open during events. Is that my fault? No. I'm not a piece of s*. I could have gone with my friends to this spot. Anyone could have. It's got CCTV all over to make sure we behave. It lacks compassion, innovation and inclusivity. I think in 2019 Brisbane can do a...
Read moreReally like the venue and it is also situated in one of the most beautiful area in Brisbane, South Bank. Went to see Richard Dawkins talk and it was a great night but the volume of the pa was not loud enough or might needed some extra speakers at the rear end as when a plane was passing by we could barely hear anything it was been said. Hope it is not always like this. Otherwise,...
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