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1. 1864 -- One of Brisbane's forgotten floods.

Author

Richardson, Duncan

Subjects
FLOODS, HISTORY
Abstract

The article discusses the flooding that occurred in Brisbane, Queensland in 1864, the damage it caused and how the newspaper "the Brisbane Courier" reported the flooding.

Published
2016

2. Echoes of home: park music culture in colonial Brisbane.

Author

Penridge, Helen

Subjects
CONCERTS, OUTDOOR concerts, MUSIC & society, PARKS, BOTANICAL gardens, SOCIAL life & customs in British colonies, HISTORY
Abstract

The article discusses the role of park music in the culture of the British colony of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia in the late 19th and early 20th century. According to the author, both parks and public music performances were believed to have a beneficial and civilizing influence on residents. Details on conductor Andrew Seal, his leadership of the Brisbane Band, and their performances in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens are presented.

Published
2014