Brisbane is home to a wide range of community organisations. These include the 3rd Space, which helps homeless people with practical support and friendship. They also help women who are escaping violence to find safe and affordable housing.

The city has a humid subtropical climate and is Australia’s second-largest capital city. It has an extensive public transport system and is a major tourist destination.

Brisbane is a multicultural city

Multiculturalism has many benefits, but it also brings challenges. One challenge is ensuring that all locals have equal access to government services and are not discriminated against because of their language skills or heritage. Another challenge is making sure that health services are culturally appropriate for different communities. Fortunately, Brisbane is doing well in this area.

According to the Brisbane South PHN, more than 1.2 million people live in our region. Over a third of them were born overseas or have a non-English speaking background. The PHN has developed a series of videos in Amharic, Arabic, Burmese, Hindi, Malay, Indonesian, Somali, Sudanese, Vietnamese and Yiddish that help the community understand how telehealth works. These videos will be used in telehealth programs run by the PHN and other agencies.

The PHN also helps locals navigate the Australian healthcare system and their rights as patients. This is especially important for people from refugee backgrounds, who may not speak English or have limited experience with the medical system. The PHN helps refugees and asylum seekers connect with the right doctors, nurses and other professionals and get the support they need. This includes providing translators and interpreters for appointments and information sessions, as well as arranging home visits. In addition, the PHN has set up a network of multicultural support organisations across the city, including Micah Projects, Roma House and Murri Watch.

Brisbane Vision 2031

Brisbane is Australia’s largest local government by population and budget. Council’s aspirations for the city are set out in Brisbane Vision 2031, which includes a commitment to be a customer focused organisation where everyone matters, every time. Council has a range of plans and strategies that help achieve these goals.

For example, the City’s Greenhouse Gas Management Plan aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through a series of actions that will deliver environmental and economic benefits. It also considers the impact on the community. In addition, the City’s Waste and Recycling Management Plan has a strong emphasis on recycling and reusing resources. The City has also developed a new Waste Strategy and Waste Action Plan that will guide future plans.

Other initiatives include the Healthy City Strategy, which aims to encourage people to adopt healthy lifestyles and maintain good mental health. This is backed by a range of programs, including the Live Life Get Active initiative. The City has also created a number of parks and sports fields to encourage physical activity in the community.

The City also has a Waterways Strategy to ensure the health of Brisbane’s waterways, including Moreton Bay. To do this, the City conducts regular monitoring and research to assess the condition of the waterways and to identify opportunities for improvement. It also promotes a water smart approach to managing the city’s water supplies.

Brisbane Multicultural Centre

The Brisbane Multicultural Centre is a cultural hub that celebrates the state’s multicultural community through arts and culture. Its programs include specialised aged care and disability support services for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and intercultural connections through volunteer opportunities. It also offers a range of workshops and facilities for community groups. The organisation’s focus is on achieving greater social and economic participation.

The Queensland Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) is recognised nationally for the development, presentation and promotion of culturally diverse arts. Its work is founded on the belief that art, as a universal translator, has the capacity to unite disparate communities and build a sense of belonging. It also has the ability to contribute positively to the settlement journey of refugee and migrant families.

BEMAC’s custom-built venue is located at the Yungaba site in Kangaroo Point, which was the first point of reception for migrants and refugees. It features a variety of versatile multipurpose rooms that can be used for presentations, meetings, lectures and seminars. Its onsite kitchen can accommodate catering. For those who prefer to take public transit, Moovit is an all-in-one app that provides free maps and directions for bus, train and ferry. The app also allows you to compare prices and times, as well as plan your trip in advance. It is available for Android and iPhone.

Neighbourhood Watch Queensland

The NHW program is a community-based crime prevention initiative which encourages local residents to form informal groups, patrol their area and report suspicious activity to police. It also provides education on personal safety, assists with social cohesion and fosters a sense of community. NHW groups are not a part of the Queensland police force, but are managed and operated by local volunteers.

Neighbourhood Watch Queensland (NHWQ) State Office is situated within the Crime Prevention Programs Unit, Community Contact Command (CCC). The CPPU deals with a number of statewide crime prevention and community safety programs including NHWQ, Adopt-a-Cop, Adopt-a-School, Station Community Crime Reduction Officers and Volunteers in Policing.

NHWQ is run by community members for their community and works in partnership with the Queensland Police Service. Traditionally, NHWQ focused on improving home security and reducing the fear of crime. In recent times, communities have become more involved in broader community safety issues.

Forestdale Neighbourhood Watch is a not-for-profit organisation that is dedicated to ensuring that the suburb of Forestdale remains a safe and secure place to live, work, play and visit. They achieve this by working in close collaboration with Queensland Police, residents and local businesses to identify and address community safety concerns. They also provide a range of events that cater to the whole family. These include the Forestdale Motor Show, Bark in the Park, Food Truck Jam & Country Markets and Easter Fun in the Park.