Local information
Local Information
Brisbane is a vibrant, dynamic city that's defined by its youthful spirit and warm heart. A city of endless blue-sky days and cool river breezes. A city of almost two million urbanites who embrace a laidback attitude and an easy-going outdoors lifestyle.
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For information on what to do in Brisbane go to http://www.ourbrisbane.com/visitors/ or http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/brisbane/.
Weather
Average maximum temperatures in October are 25 degrees Celsius. Minimum average temperatures are 15 degrees Celsius
Local Transportation
Brisbane's domestic and international airports are conveniently located just 20 minutes from the city centre, making transfers by taxi or Airtrain quick and economical.
Options to get from the airport:
- Shuttle buses - Depart regularly. Call Coachtrans on 07 3238 4700.
- Airtrain - Operates every 30 minutes from approximately 6am to 7pm every day. It is a 22 minute train trip to Central station (and you won't get stuck in traffic jams!). A one-way single adult ticket costs just $12 between the airport and the city centre, and $23 to the Gold Coast. You can book online and find more Airtrain information. If your destination is outside the CBD, transfer to the CityTrain suburban network for destinations as far away as Gympie or Ipswich, or catch a bus. Call 131230 for timetable and fare enquiries.
- Taxi - At Brisbane's Domestic Terminal, taxi ranks are located at both the Qantas and Virgin Blue ends of the terminal. The taxi rank at the International Terminal is on Arrivals level 2. All Brisbane taxis have standard taxi meters. A trip to Brisbane's CBD is approximately $26 plus a $2 fee for departing taxis only.
- Hire car - The airports have the major hire car companies and some are based close to the airport. Contact your preferred hire car company for more information on rates and conditions
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