APT8 BREAKS 600 000 ATTENDANCE

    • Total attendance: 604 904
    • 70 per cent of works exhibited acquired for the Collection
    • Internationally, critically-acclaimed
    • Over 3 million visitors to APT since its inception in 1993

‘The 8th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art’ (APT8) at the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) recently came to a close, with more than 600 000 people experiencing the critically-acclaimed exhibition since it opened in November 2015.

QAGOMA Director Chris Saines said attendance had continued to build after the record opening weekend that attracted more than 30 000 visitors and that this Triennial had been the most highly attended since APT5 (2006-07), which coincided with the opening of GOMA.

‘Not only have we had a fantastic result for APT8, but combined attendances to the Gallery’s flagship Asia Pacific Triennial exhibition series since its inception in 1993 now total more than 3 million,’ Mr Saines said.

‘Local, interstate and international audiences have embraced APT8 for its timeliness and relevance to contemporary issues in the region, and its exploration of sometimes challenging ideas. It has been well received by visitors of all ages.

‘With Government funding and the generosity of many Gallery benefactors through the QAGOMA Foundation, we have acquired 70 per cent of artworks exhibited in APT8 for the Gallery’s Collection, further enhancing our world renowned holdings of contemporary Asian and Pacific art.’

Congratulations to BSB member QAGOMA.

Improving BSB and the South Bank precinct

The BSB annual survey helps us to tailor our services and activities to the needs of our members – as well as take the necessary steps to help improve our precinct.

Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey - Need an incentive? You'll go into the draw to win an iPad mini!!

Click here to fill in the survey.

Your opinion is important to us!

BSB April Networking Function a great success!

BSB members had a chance to wine and dine at the the new Pig 'N' Whistle West End at our April Networking Function!

Owner and Managing Director of Mantle Group, Godfrey Mantle, was a fantastic guest speaker and host!

Click here to view photos from the event.

 

Cerebral Palsy League Wheel Make a Change

BSB Member Cerebral Palsy League (CPL) is asking Brisbane's leaders to lend their voice to kids that are finding theirs.

On 3rd June 2016, you could be one of 30 of Brisbane’s business leaders locked in gondolas on the giant Wheel of Brisbane in the CPL's Wheel Make a Change fundraising event.

Since 2013, Brisbane’s best and brightest have come together on the Wheel to reach the highest heights of fundraising to support people with disabilities.

This year the CPL are looking for a team of newcomers to challenge the highest fundraisers and biggest personalities from the past 3 years to battle it out for the Best of the Best champions award!

Locked in a gondola for 30 minutes, you will dial your networks to raise money for CPL’s Let’s Talk Program, equipping children with the tools and education needed to communicate.

Date: Friday 3rd June
Time: 7am – 9am
Location: Wheel of Brisbane, Cultural Forecourt South Bank

For more information, contact the Cerebral Palsy League (jaimi.miller@cpl.org.au) or click here.

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER
hub4101 Q & A Session: Advance Queensland Business Development Fund (BDF)

Applying for the Advance Queensland BDF is not just for startups - it's open to any businesses looking to innovate and expand!

hub4101 is holding another Q & A session to address questions of how to apply for the fund and what private investors are looking for.

Panellists:

Peter Johnson, Assistant Under Treasurer, Queensland Treasury
Richard Fabb, Creative Director of LiveLab, Griffith University
Dan Gavel, Director, Black Sheep Capital.

Time: 3.50pm - 6pm
Date: Tuesday, 26 April 2016
Venue: Auditorium, Business South Bank office
             70 Merivale Street, South Brisbane
Cost: $17.50 per person

Click here for more information and to book tickets.

Act for Kids Annual Gala Ball

The Act for Kids annual Gala Ball will be held on Saturday 14 May in the Grand Ballroom at the Sofitel Brisbane Central.

The theme is Magnifique and it promises to be an exquisite French-inspired evening, all in aid of abused and neglected kids.

Don’t miss out, order your tickets now on 1300 228 000 or click here to download the booking form.

All funds raised will go to Act for Kids.

Click here for more details.

Opera Queensland presents Madama Butterfly

In May, Opera Queensland will be presenting Madama Butterfly at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC.

This is the perfect opera for first time opera goers  - for anyone wanting to discover what opera is all about, these performances present the opportunity to experience one of the great works of all time.

For over a century, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly has captured audiences around the world with its heart-rending narrative, rich orchestration and unforgettable melodies.

Right now you can purchase tickets for as low as $25!!

DATES - 5 performances only

12, 14, 19 May 7.30PM
17 May 6.30PM
14 May 1.30PM

VENUE: Lyric Theatre, QPAC

TICKETS: Prices range from $25.00 to $175

FOR BOOKINGS: 136246 – operaq.com.au

State Library of Queensland (SLQ)'s Game Changers Series

Facilitated by Ray Weekes, Chairman of The CEO Institute, the Game Changers series brings innovation leaders from business, technology, and creative industries to share their insights with aspiring Queensland entrepreneurs. This is your chance to ask how local entrepreneurs and business leaders build companies, reinvent themselves generation after generation, inspire teams, and envision success.

In conversation with Queensland entrepreneur Jamie Pherous

Jamie Pherous has made his mark on the international travel industry as the Founder and Managing Director of Corporate Travel Management (CTM), one of the largest privately owned travel management companies in Australia and New Zealand.

Since establishing the Brisbane headquarters in 1994, CTM has been listed on the ASX and today employs more than 2000 staff across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Asia and North America.
Jamie was also a major shareholder and co-founder of an online hotel booking engine Quickbeds.com.au which was sold to Flight Centre Group in 2003.

Time: 6pm – 8pm
Date: Wednesday 27 April 
Venue: SLQ Auditorium 1, level 2 followed by drinks on Queensland Terrace

FREE l Bookings required

Click here for more information and to register.

Riverside Hotel

Riverside Hotel's Montague's Restaurant is offering a FREE cup of coffee when you show your ADVANTAGE card!!

Enjoy the new lounge area and the sound of Jazz Music gently playing in the background while you chat to your valued clients.

1 coffee cup per card. Not available with other offers.
Available from 10am to 4pm

To view more BSB Member Advantage Offers, click here.

The flu season will soon be here!
Are you and your business prepared?

The flu is highly contagious and each year affects 1000’s of Australians. Protect your business against the flu by giving your staff the opportunity to get a vaccination at Southbank Pharmacy!

Southbank Pharmacy will be running Flu Clinics in store, as well as Chemmart Health Checks (includes blood pressure measurement, blood sugar and cholesterol tests).

Call 07 3846 6091 or ring Satish on 0422 377 930 to make a booking and find out more about their Flu Clinic.

Y & R Group

Name and position?
Lyn Russell – Office Manager / Executive Assistant

Tell us about your business/organisation?
Y&R Group is a full service marketing and communications company specializing in advertising, digital and social media, sales promotion, direct marketing and brand identity.

What is your role at your organisation?
Managing the general day to day operations of our agency, which consists of 7 companies within the group; as well as assisting the Managing Director, Rob Hudson.

What are your key skills and responsibilities?
No two days are the same in my role and being organised is absolutely fundamental.  I can plan my day before I get into work, and as soon as I arrive, it usually all goes out the window, so being a little adaptable helps too.

How many people work at your business?
There are 140+ people here in our South Bank building.  We are excited to be here and our staff have fully embraced the area.

What is your favourite place in the precinct?
I love exploring the South Bank precinct and I keep discovering new places, like the Epicurious Garden, all the hidden grassy areas, the twilight markets, the wonderful and interesting shops, plus I could eat and drink my way around the precinct without going to the same place twice for months.  I do particularly like Flowers of the World as we have been a customer of theirs for many years and it’s so wonderful to be able to walk across the road and chat with the lovely ladies.

What do you want BSB members to know about you or your business?
Our agency is made up of incredibly talented people who are passionate about the work they do.  Our culture is primary to producing good work and we pride ourselves on getting that right.  We work hard and we give ourselves permission to play hard.

What is something people wouldn’t know about your business?
We are the most successful advertising agency in Queensland and have been awarded Agency of the Year four times.  We are also the 4th most innovative company in Australia.  We have a solid reputation in our industry and have clients locally, state-wide, nationally and internationally right here in Brisbane.

What has recently happened at your organisation?
We have recently relocated from Fortitude Valley to South Bank and found ourselves plonked right in the middle of a parkland paradise. 

What have you learnt lately?
That when the going gets tough … the tough go shopping in the South Bank precinct.

What do you hope to achieve in your industry?
Every day I go to work and learn something new.  As long as I continue to do that, I will always achieve something.

What inspires you?
I meet amazing and interesting people in my role and I am constantly inspired by positive people.

What are your words of wisdom?
“People forget what you said.  People forget what you did. But people never forget how you made them feel.”