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| This WEEKEND in Brisbane |
7 - 10 August 2008 |
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Worlds unite
With country meeting the city this week in Brisbane for the annual EkkA, and Australia taking on the rest of the world at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, it certainly is a blockbuster week this week.
I don’t
blame you if you’re feeling a little overwhelmed and unsure where to start, but never fear, from must-see Olympic events to a practical guide to the EkkA, we are here to help.
Hold on to your hats Brisbane!
Elle
Editor
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EkkA 2008
7 - 16 August 2008
The August winds can only mean one thing - it's EkkA time.
Read our practical tips to help make your EkkA day drama-free. Purchase your tickets online so you don't
have to line up at the gate, and check out our showbag guide so you can make your decision before you go.
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Must-see events at Beijing
The Beijing Olympics will be a sporting extravaganza, offering plenty of viewing opportunities. Here's our pick of must-see events. Do you agree? |
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Olympic Opening Ceremony
Enjoy a night of free entertainment followed by a live screening of the Olympic Opening
Ceremony at Suncorp Piazza, South Bank this Friday night. |
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Whale Watching, Hervey Bay
Up close and personal tours from $99. You can’t miss something this big. |
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Live music and comedy
Why not head to Brisbane Powerhouse and enjoy free live comedy and music this Sunday afternoon? |
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St Margaret's AGS Raceday
Head to Eagle Farm this Saturday for a family raceday where there will be free activities for the kids including a ferris wheel. |
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Not going to Beijing for the Olympics?
Get into the spirit of things by visiting Brisbane's Chinatown and indulging in some ethnic cuisine. |
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Recapture your Ekka memories
Go behind the scenes and uncover the amazing history of the iconic Ekka at Museum of Brisbane, City Hall.
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