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[VIDEO] Enoggera | Is this Brisbane’s Coolest Local Barber?

There’s nothing worse than getting your haircut in a stuffy barber, featuring all but beige walls and mirrors.

The Shearing Shed, established in 1986, is nothing like that, and it’s because owner Mandy Hastie knows her clientele well.

Mandy says The Shearing Shed looks “like a pool room” in terms of decor.

Enoggera, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketJanuary 24, 2018people

[VIDEO] Ashgrove | This Woman Has Brisbane’s Best Job (If You Ask Us!)

10 years ago, Linda Richards was volunteering as a dog foster carer for Best Friend’s Rescue, when the previous owner dropped the responsibilities for the organisation on her doorstep.

She’s now the VP and Operations Manager at Best Friend’s Rescue, where she helps find other foster carers and forever homes for the many dogs that come through their doors each year.

Ashgrove, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketJanuary 18, 2018people

[VIDEO] Wilston | Make a Restaurant-Quality Meal with These Easy Tips!

Watching My Kitchen Rules and Masterchef is super inspiring for the budding chef… until you get in the kitchen and you’ve burnt the toast.

Never fear! One of Queensland’s best-rated culinary school chefs, Mel Townsend, is here to share some awesome tips on how to plate-up like a pro.

Latest, WilstonRachel Avery // Place NewmarketJanuary 18, 2018people

[VIDEO] Kelvin Grove | We’ve Found The Perfect Girl’s Night In Game!

What local woman Andree Solé came up with for her friends’ wedding as a gift has evolved into so much more!

Latest, Kelvin GroveRachel Avery // Place NewmarketNovember 5, 2017people

[VIDEO] Newmarket | Check Out What These Older People are Doing to Keep Fit!

Keeping fit as an older person can be hard and it’s especially important to prevent serious injuries.

Pivotal Motion Physiotherapy is doing their bit to help, by running a fitness circuit class for people 65+ on Monday and Wednesday mornings.

Newmarket, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketOctober 18, 2017people

[VIDEO] Stafford | Ever Wondered Where Your Favourite Coffee Comes From?

That delicious cup of coffee you’re sipping - do you know where the beans came from?

If it’s a local Brisbane cafe, there’s a pretty high chance those beans were locally roasted by Elixir Coffee in Stafford.

Stafford, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketOctober 11, 2017people

[VIDEO] Coorparoo | Is this Coorparoo’s Biggest Family?

Humans of Brisbane - Ruth Raison, Owner at Vanilla House Coorparoo.

Ruth Raison has been apart of the Cooraproo Community for 20+ years.

LatestChelsea Keim // Place CoorparooOctober 8, 2017People, peopleComment

[VIDEO] Kelvin Grove | What’s the Deal with Powerlifting?

It feels like there’s always a new diet, exercise or source of #fitspo coming out all the time - it can be hard to keep up with what’s trending!

One of the latest crazes gaining traction with celebrities and everyday folk is “powerlifting”. But what exactly is it?

Kelvin Grove, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketSeptember 26, 2017people

[VIDEO] Ashgrove | Live Your Most Creative Life Like This Ceramist

All Kylie Johnson of Paper Boat Press has ever wanted to be was an artist, and to help other artists.

She’s now living her dream on Ashgrove Avenue, where her home, studio and gallery are located all in one.

Ashgrove, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketSeptember 21, 2017people

[VIDEO] Wilston | Who Needs a Man Cave When You Have the Men’s Shed

Arriving at the St Alban’s Church in Wilston at 10am on a Monday, Wednesday or Friday, you’ll catch a group of older gentlemen enjoying smoko, discussing their latest projects.

You’ve found the Wilston Men’s Shed, an organisation focused on helping men with their projects and providing them with a space to work alongside others.

Wilston, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketAugust 17, 2017people

[VIDEO] Brisbane City | How to Channel Your Inner Bombshell

Pull your shoulders back, take a deep breath and smile - that’s the advice we got from Lila Luxx.

As an internationally-recognised burlesque performer and director of Brisbane’s Bombshell Burlesque Academy, she is an expert.

Brisbane City, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketAugust 17, 2017people

Virginia | You Might Think Buying Property is Impossible, But Have You Tried This?

Virginia, LatestMy Place Our PlaceAugust 10, 2017people

[VIDEO] Kelvin Grove | Cycling For a Cure

For some of us, a bicycle is simply a nice way to get from point A to point B.

For Scott Baum, a bicycle is a way to find a cure for cancer.

At the end of August, Scott will join a team of 50 others cycling from Brisbane to Townsville to raise much-needed funds for the Mater Foundation, in the hope of finding a cure for cancer.

Kelvin Grove, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketAugust 9, 2017people

[VIDEO] Newmarket | Dressing For Your Shape Has Never Been Easier!

Finding comfortable yet fashionable outfits can be such a headache, especially if you’re a curvier girl.

Thankfully, Newmarket store Adrift has expanded their range from size 8 right through to size 24 in many of their garments, giving plus-size girls something to get excited about.

Latest, NewmarketRachel Avery // Place NewmarketJuly 25, 2017people

[VIDEO] Ashgrove | Say What? This Bloke is Going to Do 10,000 Burpees!

The thought of doing one burpee makes a sick feeling form in the pit of our stomachs… unless it’s for a good cause, right?

On July 29, Jonah Peseta-Williams of 12 Round Fitness Ashgrove is taking it another level!

Ashgrove, LatestRachel Avery // Place NewmarketJuly 25, 2017people

[VIDEO] Rufus King Seafoods | Ashgrove's Greatest Catch

Whether it be prawns, scallops, fish or crabs, seafood is a quintessential part of the Australian diet.

If you like your seafood fresh, not frozen, and from primarily local fisheries, then you should swing by Rufus King Seafoods in Ashgrove.

Ashgrove, LatestMy Place Our PlaceJune 18, 2017people

World Blood Donor Day | Meet the Local That’s Donated Blood for Over Three Decades

Kelvin Grove, LatestMy Place Our PlaceJune 14, 2017people

Margot Mckinney | The Family Jewels

Stocking the finest jewellery pieces from renowned designers across the globe, McKinny’s is one of Brisbane’s oldest family run businesses.

It all started back in 1884 in Toowoomba, when John Mckinny begun his business journey.

Fortitude Valley, LatestShannon Edwards // Place New FarmMay 25, 2017peopleComment

Councillor Shayne Sutton | Changes Ahead for the Inner-East

Brisbane’s inner-east is bustling with activity.

With some of the city's cosiest cafes, grooviest bars and unique retailers, the east side has some exciting changes coming its way.

Local Councillor for Morningside Ward, Shayne Sutton, shares what she loves about this pocket of Brisbane and the upcoming developments we can expect to see.

BulimbaShannon Edwards // Place BulimbaMarch 3, 2017Inner East, Local Councillor, peopleComment

Anne’s Place | The Pre-Loved Treasures of Bulimba

It’s the smell of old, well-loved books combined with scattered vintage teacups, retro trinkets and quirky knick-knacks that makes Anne’s Second Hand Shop so special.

But it’s also the warm, loving nature of owner Anne Wood that makes the store so welcoming.

BulimbaMy Place Our PlaceMarch 3, 2017bulimba, people, PeopleComment