Thirty years since modern Brisbane was born

According to Mr Soorley, his tenure was the most progressive period in the council’s history, with significant social and infrastructure reforms.They included airconditioning of buses, disability access and electronic timetabling. Dredging was stopped at the river, the sewerage plants were upgraded to tertiary level and the CityCats were introduced.From a cultural perspective, the Powerhouse and Brisbane Festival were set up, as was massive bushland acquisition programs.Urban renewal of places such…



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