Brisbane Kids

The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition
2025-12-01 - 2026-12-16 | QAGOMA, Stanley Place, South Bank, QLD, 4101, Australia
The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition
Families are invited to explore The God of Small Things: Faith and Popular Culture, a fascinating exhibition at QAGOMA that reveals how faith and everyday life are closely intertwined.
At the heart of the exhibition is a rare collection of vibrant oleographs by Indian artist Raja Ravi Varma (1848–1906). These colourful works, rich in storytelling and detail, bring to life the ways devotional imagery became part of popular culture. Alongside these historic pieces, artworks from QAGOMA’s contemporary Asian collection offer fresh perspectives on belief, blending tradition with modern interpretations.
This exhibition is also part of an exciting conservation and cultural exchange between QAGOMA and the Museum of Art and Photography in Bengaluru, India—ensuring these treasured works can be enjoyed by generations to come.
With its mix of striking visuals, cultural storytelling, and thought-provoking ideas, The God of Small Things: Faith and Popular Culture offers families a meaningful way to connect art, history, and everyday life.
The God of Small Things Faith and Popular Culture Exhibition event details
When: Saturday 20th September 2025 – Monday 5th October 2026
Where: Queensland Art Gallery, Gallery 5 (Henry and Amanda Bartlett Galleries), Stanley Place, South Brisbane 4101
Cost: Free
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The Premier's Reading Challenge
2026-04-27 - 2026-08-28 | Online, Online, Online, Online, Australia
The Premier’s Reading Challenge 2026
The Premier’s Reading Challenge champions reading with the goal of encouraging young Queenslanders to read for pleasure and learning, to improve literacy and give them a brighter future.
It is an annual statewide initiative for Queensland state and non-state schools and home-educated students from Prep to Year 9, as well as children (aged up to 5 years) enrolled in an early childhood centre.
Get involved
Key dates
Registrations open: 27 April
Reading period commences for Prep to Year 9 students: 11 May
Early childhood participation period: 17 to 28 August
Reading period finishes for Prep to Year 9 students: 28 August
Celebration Weeks: 2 to 13 November
The PRC is not a competition but a way to encourage students to develop a love of reading for life. Those who complete the challenge will receive a Certificate of Achievement.
For more information, head to The Premier’s Reading Challenge website here https://readingchallenge.education.qld.gov.au/

Scenic Rim Eat Local Month 2026
2026-05-29 - 2026-06-30 | Scenic Rim, Multiple Venues, Scenic Rim, QLD, 4309, Australia
Explore the region’s best paddock-to-plate experiences during Scenic Rim Eat Local Month throughout June 2026. Just an hour from Brisbane, families can enjoy over 45 events including farm tours, animal encounters, and hands-on workshops for kids. This month-long celebration offers local produce and country hospitality, providing the perfect winter adventure for Queensland families.
Scenic Rim Eat Local Month 2026
For food-loving families, Australia’s most authentic food and farming festival is back and bigger than ever for its 15th year!
Scenic Rim Eat Local Month invites you to savour a month-long celebration of award-winning local produce, farms, wineries, distilleries, and authentic paddock-to-plate experiences, all just an hour from Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Enjoy over 45 family-friendly events designed to get kids outdoors, hands in the soil, and imaginations running wild. From picking fresh carrots straight from the paddock to cuddling highland cows and decorating cupcakes with handpicked edible flowers, the Scenic Rim is your families playground this Eat Local Month. Go behind-the-scenes on working farms, meet farm animals, and gather around a campfire for a cosy cookout.
To top it off, enjoy the culinary adventure of the  Winter Harvest Festival, the signature family event of Eat Local Month, on June 27th.
These fun, hands-on experiences offer the perfect way to explore the Scenic Rim, learn where your food comes from, and make lasting family memories together.
Tickets go on sale 21st April 2026
Plan your visit
When: June 2026
Where: Various Scenic Rim venues
Cost: mix of free and ticketed events
More information here

Autism workshop for parents and carers
2026-06-03 | Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Rd, Logan, QLD, Australia
Join families this June 2026 for a free one-day autism workshop in Queensland designed specifically for parents and carers. This supportive Brisbane event offers practical strategies for navigating sensory processing and school partnerships. Participants will gain confidence as advocates while developing a personalized plan to help their autistic children thrive at home and in the community.
Autism workshop for parents and carers
Calling all parents, grandparents and full-time carers! Join Positive Partnerships for a free one-day workshop right here in Queensland, where you’ll connect with other local families and come away feeling more confident and equipped to support your autistic child.
The Diversity of Autism We all know our kids better than anyone – this session starts there. You’ll reflect on how autism shows up specifically for your child at home and at school, and explore a range of hands-on strategies you can start using straight away to support their learning.
Understanding Sensory Processing Ever wondered why certain sounds, textures or environments feel overwhelming for your child? This session digs into how autistic individuals experience and process sensory information differently, and shares practical, neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help your child cope and thrive day to day.
Working in Partnerships From navigating school meetings to finding the right support services, this session is all about empowering you. Learn how to strengthen the connection between home, school and community, build your confidence as an advocate for your child, and leave with a clear, personalised plan for the road ahead.
Plan your visit
When: Wednesday 3rd June 2026, 9:15am – 3pm
Where: Logan Entertainment Centre, 170 Wembley Road, Logan Central 4114
Cost: Free, registrations essential
More information here
