Great Australian Bites Brisbane
Riverside Green, South Bank Parklands
Sunday 26 January 2025
2pm - 7.30pm
Australia Day at Great Australian Bites Brisbane was a blast.
People from near and far joined us at South Bank Parklands for an unforgettable experience as Great Australian Bites transformed the Riverside Green into a lively hub of family-fun.
Hosted by Brooke Hanson OAM OLY, the jam-packed live stage program showcased local home-grown talent, captivating cooking demonstrations and exciting musical performances.
One of Queensland's favourite celebrity chefs, Miguel Maestre, took to the stage to wow the crowd with a live cooking demonstration of his famous paella. Guests witnessed Miguel's culinary expertise as he combined bold flavours and vibrant techniques to bring this iconic dish to life.
Throughout the day, the Chef's Kitchen also featured some of Queensland's most talented culinary experts:
- Peter Kuruvita - Chef, restaurateur, television presenter, and author
- Tessa Boersma - MasterChef runner-up and home cooking advocate
- Jake Nicolson - Executive Chef at Blackbird Bar, Dining & Events.
Attendees celebrated the incredible flavours of Queensland with an array of local food vendors including Iced Tea Co, Briz Wood-Fired Pizza, El Corazon Mexican, Good Grace, and Blackbird Bar, Dining & Events. From savory to sweet, there was something to satisfy every craving.
Guests enjoyed mouthwatering burgers from Blackbird Bar, Dining & Events or treated themselves to ice cream featuring lamington and Davidson plum — a true taste of Queensland.
The entertainment didn’t stop there. The Jake Newell and Alisha Todd Duo, Kirsten Swann Duo, Stephen Ward Band, and Tribal Experiences lit up the Main Stage with an exciting musical program, ensuring a toe-tapping good time for the whole family. For the little ones, there was plenty of free family-friendly activities including face painting, craft workshops, lawn games, and a sensory zone.
Great Australian Bites Brisbane was an afternoon filled with food, fun and festivities. Find out about the other Great Australian Bites events that took place across Queensland.
Riverside Green is located along the promenade near the South Bank Piazza.
Paid car parking is available through the Queensland Cultural Centre car park (managed by Arts Queensland) via Stanley Place or the South Bank underground car park (managed by South Bank Corporation) via Little Stanley Street. For directions and parking availability, visit Arts Queensland (Opens in new window) or Visit Brisbane (Opens in new window) to plan your visit.
South Bank Parklands is also well connected to various public transport options with the nearest train station being South Brisbane and the nearest bus stop being the Cultural Centre. Visit translink.com.au (Opens in new window) to plan your journey.
The event will start at 2.00pm and will run until 7.30pm.
Yes, entry to the event is free, including the kids activities. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at onsite stalls.
Yes, this is an all-ages event. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
Great Australian Bites will have an accessible viewing area, AUSLAN interpreter for stage proceedings, accessible toilets, and a sensory space. Some areas of the venue will be on grass.
For further information about accessibility at South Bank Parklands, please refer to the Visit Brisbane (Opens in new window) website.
Should you wish to discuss accessibility requirements further with the event organisers, please contact the Engagement and Partnerships team, Department of the Premier and Cabinet via phone 07 3003 9200 or email AustraliaDay@premiers.qld.gov.au.
Attendees must comply with the Conditions of Entry, which will be displayed at each entrance point to the Great Australian Bites Brisbane. No alcohol, scooters, bikes, glass drinkware, or pets (with the exception of assistance animals) may be brought into the event site.
If you are cycling or scooting to the event, the nearest bike racks are located at the Clem Jones Promenade, the Central Cafes, Grey Street (outside the South Bank Cineplex), and on Russell Street (outside the ABC Headquarters building).
Pets are not allowed into the event except for assistance dogs.
There will be some seating available on the lawn; however, you're welcome to bring your own picnic blanket or chair.
Yes, food and beverages will be available for purchase at a variety of food and drink vendors at Great Australian Bites Brisbane, including Iced Tea Co, Briz Wood-Fired Pizza, El Corazon Mexican, Good Grace, and Blackbird Bar, Dining & Events.
Yes, the closest bathroom facilities are located at the Piazza. South Bank has two parent's rooms – one located in the Allgas Building in Stanley Street Plaza and the second located next to Cactus Republic in Stanley Street Plaza.
For further information about South Bank's facilities, visit eatSouthBank (Opens in new window) .
This is an outdoor event, and we recommend you dress appropriately for the weather. If it's a hot day, be sure to wear a hat and sunscreen and bring a drink bottle to fill up at our free water stations. If it's raining don't forget your umbrella, raincoat or poncho.
Yes, we encourage you to take photos and videos at Great Australian Bites Brisbane. Please share and tag us @qldgov and use our hashtags #GreatAustralianBites and #AustraliaDayQLD.
The event will go ahead if it's raining; just bring your umbrella, raincoat or poncho. If the weather is severe, we may pause or postpone the event. Follow our advice through the Australia Day Queensland Facebook page (Opens in new window) .
Presented by the Queensland Government and assisted by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council.
- Last updated:
- 14 February, 2025
- Last reviewed:
- 2 January, 2025
