160th Anniversary of the Erin-go-Bragh
Mike Nayler August 2, 2022 will mark the 160th Anniversary of the arrival of the Erin-go-Bragh into Moreton Bay after its difficult journey from Ireland. The Erin-go-Bragh was the first ship to carry mainly Irish immigrants to start a new life in Queensland. Many of...
Message from The Right Honourable the Lord Mayor of Brisbane Councillor Adrian Schrinner
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 2022 Brisbane Irish Festival. As Lord Mayor, I am very supportive of events that bring our community together and embrace Council's vision of a vibrant, creative city. The Brisbane Irish Festival is certainly one of...
MESSAGE FROM THE PREMIER OF QUEENSLAND
On behalf of the Queensland Government, I am delighted to welcome you to the 2022 Brisbane Irish Festival. This lively annual event provides Queenslanders of Irish ancestry, and those without, the opportunity to come together to observe St Patrick’s Day and celebrate...
Parade Theme: Celebrating frontline workers
Elaine Brady Our Frontline Workers have faced unprecedented challenges over the last few years, demonstrating incredible strength, determination, and courage. In honour of their commitment and contribution to keeping Queenslanders safe, we dedicate our 2022 Saint...
Message from the President of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Association Incorporated
Gavin Roche On behalf of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Incorporated, welcome to the 11th Brisbane Irish Festival. After a 1000-day absence, Brisbane’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is back. COVID got in the way of our 2020 and 2021 events and, seeing the parade return after...
Message from the President of the Irish Australian Support Association of Queensland
Nicola Holly To say that this has been another challenging year for everyone is an understatement. As we faced into a second year of a global pandemic, the Irish Australian Support Association of Queensland had to rise to the challenge of the effects of the pandemic...
Message from the Ambassador of Ireland to Australia
His Excellency Tim Mawe Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig ar Ghaeil is cairde Gael Brisbane is Queensland. Guím gach rath agus séan ar gach éinne atá ag ceiliúradh na Féile i mbliana. No matter where we have been since 2020, the impact of COVID has been felt. And continues...
Irish Brown Soda Bread Recipe
One of the most missed foods from the Emerald Isle for us expats has to be a good ole loaf of Irish brown bread slathered with Kerrygold butter or Ballymaloe relish & some cheddar! Drool!! (btw, recipe for a good...
The Queensland Rose of Tralee
The Queensland Rose of Tralee is part of the International Rose of Tralee Festival which has been held in Co Kerry, Ireland for the past 60 years. Queensland has been participating and sending a Queensland Rose to the festival for over 30 years. It is an integral part...
Message from the Ambassador of Ireland to Australia
Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig ar Ghaeil is cairde Gael Brisbane is Queensland – guím gach rath agus séan ar gach duine atá ag ceiliúradh na Féile níos mó anois ná riamh is an bhliain deacair is dúshlánach a bhí againn ón am seo anuraidh. Normally we are gearing up for...