One of Brisbane’s most precious historical landmarks, the heritage listed Victoria Bridge abutment, will be refurbished by Brisbane City Council from Monday 16 February to Friday 29 May, 2015.

The abutment is more than 100 years old and was built in 1896 as part of an earlier version of the Victoria Bridge.

Its refurbishment will mark a significant milestone in its history - once it is complete, the abutment will be completely open to the public for the first time since 1998, providing the people of Brisbane with a new vantage point to see South Bank’s stunning river, parkland and city views.

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Register for Professional Development Session 2 - Content Marketing

The second session in Business South Bank's 2015 Professional Development series will be on the topic of Content Marketing.

Chris Butterworth from Dejan SEO will present two separate sessions to cater to those who are new to Content Marketing, and those who are well acquainted with it.

Time | Part A: 12.00pm - 12.45pm
            Part B: 1.00pm - 1.45pm

When | Thursday 12 March 2015

Where | BSB Auditorium, 70 Merivale Street South Brisbane

Register | Click here for more information and to fill out the registration form

 

Digital Brisbane 'Building Social Media For Success' Session

Jephson Hotel and Digital Brisbane are offering a 'Building Social Media for Success' workshop facilitated by Brisbane's Chief Digital Officer, Cat Matson.

This two-hour workshop will provide insights into social media and how it can be applied to your business. You’ll look at which platforms to stick with, which ones to drop and how to drive the customer behaviour you want.

A Social Media MasterClass will follow at the end of March, specifically for those who want to dive deeper into their social media strategy. 

Building Social Media For Success
Date: Friday 6 March
Time: 10am – midday
Location: Jephson Hotel, 63 Jephson St, Toowong
Cost: $55 incl. GST

Social Media MasterClass
Date: Tuesday 31 March
Time: 8-10am
Location: Jephson Hotel, 63 Jephson St, Toowong
Cost: $55 incl. GST

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ACT for Kids Electric Blue 2015 Gala Ball

ACT for Kids is hosting a fundraising Gala Ball and invites friends of the organisation to be a Table Captain and bring a table or more along.

When | Saturday 16 May 2015
            6.30pm arrival for 7.00pm

Where | Sofitel Brisbane Central

Tickets | $185, Table of Ten - $1 850 

Register | Call Shelby on 1300 228 000 to secure your seats or request a booking form.

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Celebrations with Brisbane’s best view
South Bank Surf Club | Live Fire Steak Bar

A beautiful location, great food, delicious drinks, attentive service and awesome company are the perfect ingredients for a great function. South Bank Surf Club and Live Fire Steak Bar are set amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, capitalising on Queensland’s much-loved climate and boasting a 180-degree view of South Bank’s iconic beach and city backdrop.

Whether you envisage a sit down meal, a casual lunch, a corporate do or a sophisticated cocktail party with canapés, we can assist in every aspect of your event, from designing the perfect menu, creating a signature cocktail, setting the perfect decor for the occasion, or helping to source or work with external vendors where required. No detail will be left unattended.

Speak with our events co-ordinator today about how we can get started on planning your perfect event. We will happily provide you with some inspirational menu ideas concept designs and of course quotations to get the ball rolling.

Phone | (07) 3844 2866

Email | events@southbanksurfclub.com.au / events@livefiresteakbar.com.au

Address | On the beach, South Bank Parklands

Ole Restaurant Group 

Name and position?
Neven Vanderzee, Executive Chef

Tell us about your business/organisation?
We are a collection of restaurants located in Brisbane specialising in Spanish, South American and soon, Italian Cuisine.

What is your role at your organisation?
As I have recently moved into the role of Executive Chef, I am currently ensuring the seamless running of all the kitchens. I do a lot of driving around and problem solving.

What are your key skills and responsibilities?
I’m responsible for making sure the kitchens operate in the most cost effective way while producing a large amount of good quality food that appeals to our customers.

How many people work at your business?
Approximately 80 employees.

What is your favourite place in the precinct?
Stokehouse. Great food, always consistent with the quality.

What do you want BSB members to know about you or your business?
We have a new restaurant opening in May! It is going to be Italian, which I’m excited about as this is my Heritage. Also, I’ve tried our Chef's Pizza… Brilliant!!

What is something people wouldn’t know about your business?
We recently opened Che Asado. It offers a really tasty Breakfast Menu.

What has recently happened at your organisation?
The Sangria Bar recently won BEST BAR with Food for Brisbane Times Good Food Guide 2014.

What have you learnt lately?
How to juggle! Running 4 kitchens, opening another, and preparing for a newborn baby, there is always lots of balls up in the air.

What do you hope to achieve in your industry?
I always try to teach chefs at an exceptionally high standard. I believe the standard of training in the industry these days is really lacking, so I try to do my part in training all my chefs to take ownership and pride in everything they do.

What inspires you?
Going to the Fish, and Fruit and Vegetable markets weekly.
Seeing all the beautiful, fresh, quality produce really inspires myself and the other chefs. Thinking about what’s in season, and how we can incorporate this into menus and specials.
                   
What are your words of wisdom?
Work smart, not hard.