Best Time To Visit

Since March to May are the autumn months in Australia, it is best to visit Brisbane during that time. You will avoid holiday crowds while still being able to enjoy the warm weather and a low chance of rain. Temperatures will generally be around 24 °C.

Passport/Visa

Unless you are a New Zealand citizen granted visa exemption on arrival (in most cases), you will need to obtain a visa prior to visiting Australia. Citizens of all European Union countries, as well as Andorra, Norway, Iceland, San Marino, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, and Vatican City are eligible for an eVisitor visa, which can be applied for online. For citizens of the United States, Canada, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Brunei, South Korea and Malaysia, the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) entry permit is available, which can be applied for online and grants holders the right to enter Australia an unlimited amount of times for stays of no longer than 3 months per visit. Citizens of all other world countries (with the exception of Somalia) are also able to apply for a visitor visa online. For more information, visit the official website of the Australian government's department of home affairs.

• Web:

  immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder/visit

Brisbane Airport (BNE)

Brisbane Airport is located 13 km from the city centre, approximately 15-20 minutes away by car. Trains run every 30 minutes between 6 am and 8 pm. The journey takes 20 minutes and pre-booking is available.

• Web:

  www.bne.com.au

• Address:

  Airport Drive, Brisbane Airport QLD

• Phone:

  +61 7 3406 3000

Public Transport

A free bus service runs around the City (CBD). Look for the distinctive red busses and the red signposted bus stops. Tickets for the TransLink network can be bought from vending machines. Weekly tickets are valid throughout South East Queensland. Buses are low floor, and Citytrain offer assistance with wheelchairs.

• Web:

  translink.com.au

• Phone:

  +61 13 12 30

Taxi

Uber, Ola, DiDi, Shebah and GoCatch ridesharing apps are used in Brisbane. Rates vary with the actual locations, traffic conditions, time of day and the route chosen. Save on fares by sharing a Maxi-taxi from special ranks in the CBD and in the Valley. Wheelchair accessible taxis are available. At night, secure ranks operate in the CBD, the Valley and Caxton Street. Black & White Cabs: +61 13 32 22 Yellow Cabs: +61 13 19 24

Electricity

Australia operates on a 230/240V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency. The country uses Type I power plugs, which feature two flat pins forming a 'V' shape, along with a grounding pin. This standard is also commonly used in New Zealand, Argentina, China, and several Pacific island nations. Remember to pack a universal adapter if your devices use a different plug type to ensure hassle-free charging.