After helping young readers understand the role of emergency workers through her award-winning book What Paramedics Do, Gomes is now encouraging children to see how they can play a part during an emergency.
Her latest release, What Little Heroes Do, was celebrated with a first public reading at Kenmore Library, where local families gathered alongside co-author Sarah Duncanson, a Critical Care Paediatric Nurse and educator. Children attending the event had the chance to explore first-aid practice kits and learn simple ways they can help when someone needs assistance.
Building on the Success of What Paramedics Do
The new book follows the path Gomes began with What Paramedics Do.
Released in 2023, the book was inspired by her work as a Critical Care Paramedic and aimed to help children better understand what happens when paramedics arrive during an emergency. Through a child-friendly story, Gomes introduced young readers to the world of emergency care in a way that was informative and reassuring. The book later gained public recognition, contributing to Gomes receiving a QBANK Everyday Heroes Achievement Award in 2024 for her efforts to educate and support children and families.
Now, rather than focusing on the people who respond to emergencies, Gomes is turning her attention to the children who may find themselves witnessing one.
What Little Heroes Do introduces age-appropriate concepts that help children recognise danger, remain calm and seek help when someone is hurt or unwell.
Gomes partnered with Sarah Duncanson, a Critical Care Paediatric Nurse, educator and co-founder of PAEDS Education, to create the book.
Together, the two healthcare professionals bring frontline clinical and education experience to the project. As mothers and educators, they recognised that children can learn important emergency skills when information is presented in a way that matches their age and understanding.
Designed for children aged three to 12 years, the book uses rhyming text and child-friendly illustrations to introduce emergency awareness. Each page is linked to learning points in the back of the book, giving parents, carers and teachers opportunities to continue discussions beyond story time.
The authors have stated that first-aid education should be taught in a way that builds confidence rather than anxiety. Their approach encourages children to understand that staying calm, finding a trusted adult and calling for help are valuable actions during an emergency.
Research Supports Early First-Aid Learning
The ideas explored in What Little Heroes Do are supported by a growing body of research into first-aid education for children.
A 2023 study published in the journal Children found that early childhood students can learn and apply essential first-aid skills, including contacting emergency services, understanding first-aid kit items and recognising signs that someone may need help.
Another systematic review published the same year found that first-aid training programs can significantly improve knowledge and practical skills among children aged six to ten, particularly when hands-on learning activities are included.
These findings align with the authors’ goal of introducing emergency awareness at an early age and helping children develop confidence in situations where someone may need assistance.
Extending First-Aid Knowledge Beyond the Classroom
The launch of What Little Heroes Do also continues Gomes’ commitment to community education.
One dollar from every book sold will be donated to The Sisterhood Project, helping provide free first-aid training for vulnerable parents and carers.
The initiative reflects a broader goal shared by both authors: making life-saving knowledge more accessible to families and communities.
Educational packages linked to the book include downloadable resources and opportunities for schools and learning centres to connect with the authors through online sessions. The educator resources are described as aligning with Early Years and National School Curriculum Frameworks and are designed to support learning in classrooms, early learning settings and homes.
While no child is expected to replace trained professionals, the book encourages young readers to understand that recognising danger, staying calm and seeking help are skills that can make a difference in an emergency.
It is a message that reflects a growing movement among health educators who believe that life-saving knowledge should not begin in adulthood, but during childhood.
The Brookfield community is set to welcome the school holidays with an afternoon of family fun, local shopping and great food as the Brookfield Twilight Markets return.
Running from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on 26 June at Brooky Bar, Brookfield Showground, the free community event promises live entertainment, boutique market stalls, delicious food and activities for children.
Local makers take centre stage
Visitors will have the chance to browse a wide range of boutique stalls featuring local artisans and small businesses. Shoppers can discover everything from handmade children’s clothing and jewellery to locally crafted spirits, honey, candles, polymer clay earrings, fabric gifts and gluten-free treats.
The market will also feature face painting and sweet treats, giving families plenty to enjoy while supporting local businesses.
Children can look forward to meeting a magical Roving Bubble Fairy, creating giant bubbles throughout the afternoon, before an exciting mini fire show lights up the evening.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, local musician Tyler, a Brookie’s Got Talent place-getter, will perform live during the event.
With plenty of open space for children to play, organisers hope families will settle in for a relaxed evening together.
Food trucks serve up Friday favourites
Food will be a major highlight of the markets, with several popular vendors offering dinner and dessert.
BBQ Roadshow will serve its signature slow-cooked meats, burgers, nuggets and chips, while ALBA Catering Japanese will offer freshly prepared Japanese favourites. Aaravices Ice Cream will also be on hand with a selection of frozen treats to help visitors cool off.
The Brooky Bar will be open throughout the evening with drinks available for adults.
Community event supports local businesses
The Twilight Markets are proudly organised by the not-for-profit Brookfield Show Society, bringing together local stallholders, entertainers and food vendors in a welcoming community setting.
With free entry and something for every age, the event offers families an easy way to celebrate the end of the school term while supporting Brookfield’s local businesses and community groups.
Photo Credit: Brookfield Show Society/Facebook
The Brookfield Twilight Markets will be held on Friday, 26 June, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Brooky Bar, 550 Brookfield Road, Brookfield Showground. Entry is free, and everyone is welcome.
Among the city’s strongest adopters are several suburbs in Brisbane’s western fringe, including Kenmore Hills, Upper Brookfield, Fig Tree Pocket, and Pullenvale. These leafy communities have emerged as some of Brisbane’s strongest EV-adopting suburbs, reflecting broader trends linked to household income and housing characteristics.
While Brisbane’s CBD records a large share of Queensland’s electric vehicle registrations, researchers highlighted that the figures from the Transport and Main Roads Department are heavily influenced by company-owned vehicles registered to corporate addresses. Looking beyond commercial fleets reveals strong uptake in affluent suburban areas.
For residents in suburbs such as Kenmore Hills and Pullenvale, electric vehicles are increasingly becoming a practical transport option.
Why western suburbs are embracing EVs
Photo credit: Pexels/Mohamed B.
Researchers point to several factors behind the popularity of EVs in Brisbane’s western suburbs.
One of the most significant is affordability. While electric vehicles have become more accessible in recent years, they still generally carry a higher upfront cost than many comparable petrol vehicles. As a result, households with higher incomes are often better positioned to make the switch.
Housing also plays a major role. Researchers note that garages and off-street parking are more common in some suburbs further from the city, making home charging easier. This can make electric vehicle ownership more practical for residents.
The combination of housing characteristics and household income appears to support stronger EV uptake in a number of Brisbane’s outer suburban areas.
For some households, long-term savings are becoming an increasingly attractive part of the equation. One Brisbane EV owner reported saving hundreds of dollars each month on fuel costs after switching from a petrol vehicle and charging primarily through rooftop solar.
The growing range of available models has also helped boost interest. The market now includes more EV options across a wider range of price points than in previous years, giving consumers more choice than ever before.
A city divided by income and infrastructure
The pattern of EV ownership across Brisbane also highlights a broader socioeconomic divide.
While affluent suburbs have embraced battery-powered vehicles at a faster rate, many other parts of the city continue to lag behind. Researchers say concerns about vehicle costs, charging infrastructure and driving range remain barriers for some households.
As a result, many drivers are opting for hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles as a stepping stone toward full electrification. In several Brisbane suburbs, hybrids continue to outnumber fully electric vehicles, reflecting a preference for reducing fuel consumption without completely relying on battery charging.
Access to charging infrastructure and housing characteristics continue to influence whether residents feel comfortable making the switch.
Even so, electric vehicle sales continue to grow nationally. Industry observers have described the arrival of large shipments of EVs into Australia as a significant milestone for the sector, while manufacturers continue to introduce new models across a wider range of market segments.
For suburbs such as Kenmore Hills, Upper Brookfield, Fig Tree Pocket and Pullenvale, that shift is already well underway. What was once considered an emerging technology is becoming an increasingly familiar presence in local driveways and on suburban streets.
A new memorial seat is set to be installed in Rafting Ground Park in Brookfield, commemorating all women who have lost their lives to domestic violence.
The seat, expected to be unveiled in August, has been developed in partnership with the Allison Baden-Clay Foundation and will be located near the park’s existing shelter and playground area. It will feature a plaque carrying an important message about domestic violence.
The project was announced by Cr Greg Adermann, who said the seat would commemorate women who have lost their lives to domestic violence. Allison Baden-Clay lived in Brookfield and according to Cr Adermann, Rafting Ground Park held special significance for her and her three daughters.
The new memorial seat will be installed near the shelter and playground area at Rafting Ground Park, Brookfield (Photo credit: Facebook/Cr Greg Adermann)
The seat will be painted yellow, Allison’s favourite colour, which has since become a symbol of the foundation established in her honour.
The memorial will be positioned near the park’s shelter and playground area and will include a plaque carrying a message about domestic violence.
Allison’s Story
Photo credit: Allison Baden-Clay Foundation
Allison Baden-Clay’s death in 2012 became one of Queensland’s most widely reported criminal cases.
According to information published by the Allison Baden-Clay Foundation, concerns first emerged on 20 April 2012, when Allison was reported missing from her Brookfield home. A major search operation involving emergency services and community volunteers followed, with residents joining efforts to search nearby bushland, dams and abandoned mine shafts.
The search prompted significant community involvement, with many people moved by the fact that Allison was the mother of three young daughters. As the search continued, flowers and cards accumulated outside the family home.
Ten days after her disappearance, Allison’s body was found beneath the Kholo Creek Bridge at Anstead, about 14 kilometres from her home. She was 43 years old.
The Allison Baden-Clay Foundation, chaired by Allison’s sister Vanessa Fowler, was established in her honour and continues to advocate for the prevention of domestic and family violence.
The foundation’s mission is to build a national community that recognises the prevalence of domestic and family violence and supports efforts to eliminate it. Through its education program, Allison’s Gift, the organisation helps individuals recognise warning signs of abusive relationships, including coercive control, and provides practical guidance on how to support friends and family members experiencing violence.
The foundation has also developed educational resources designed to improve understanding of how domestic and family violence can manifest in different forms. These resources have been distributed across Australia as part of broader efforts to raise awareness and education.
While honouring Allison’s connection to Brookfield, the seat will commemorate all women who have lost their lives to domestic violence.
Brisbane is gearing up for a massive weekend as the Kokoda Challenge returns to Brookfield Recreation Reserve on Saturday, 13 June, with the event already sold out ahead of its highly anticipated arrival.
Teams of two to five will tackle courses of 18, 30, or 48 kilometres through the rugged bushland of D’Aguilar National Park, navigating creek crossings, challenging hills and bush trails, all just 30 minutes from the Brisbane CBD.
This year’s Brisbane event has drawn hundreds of teams, including families, corporate groups and a record-breaking 440-plus school teams. That milestone reflects the remarkable growth of an event that has been part of the Queensland community for over 20 years.
More Than Just a Race
Photo credit: Facebook/The Kokoda Challenge
Funds raised go towards the Kokoda Youth Foundation’s experiential, outdoor adventure-based programs, which have been transforming the lives of young Australians for over 20 years. The programs are fully funded by the Challenge and delivered at no cost to the families involved.
The event also carries a deeper historical significance, honouring the legacy of Australian soldiers who served during the 1942 Kokoda Campaign in Papua New Guinea. It is this combination of purpose, personal growth and connection to the Kokoda Spirit that inspires participants to return year after year.
For Shane, who is taking on the 48km course for the fifth time, the motivation runs deep. “I’m taking on the Kokoda Challenge for the fifth year because it’s far more than a physical event. With five 48km events and two 96km events behind me, I’m driven by the chance to test my limits while modelling resilience, perseverance and teamwork.”
What’s Next for the Series
The Brisbane event will be the second leg of the 2026 Kokoda Challenge series, following the Sunshine Coast event in May. The series continues with the Gold Coast on 18 and 19 July, before wrapping up in Sydney on 19 and 20 September, following last year’s debut in that city.
For families and teams in Kenmore and the surrounding suburbs, Brookfield Recreation Reserve is just a short drive away. Whether you are heading out to cheer on participants or considering signing up for a future event, the Kokoda Challenge is one worth getting behind.
At a time when many households are stretching every dollar at the supermarket,Brisbane West Uniting Church in Moggill is helping residents keep food on the table through a community foodbank that has been supporting locals across Brisbane’s western suburbs.
The foodbank operates from the church at 3451 Moggill Road and provides pantry staples for people experiencing hardship.
Recent posts published by the church on its official Facebook page showed shelves stocked with canned food, pasta, cereals, sauces and other non-perishable items. The church stated the pantry was available for anyone “doing it a little tough right now” and encouraged residents to either seek support or contribute donations if they were able.
Local Support Growing Around Moggill Foodbank
The initiative has also drawn support from local residents and community organisations across the Moggill and Bellbowrie area.
While the foodbank is church-operated, the service has developed into a broader neighbourhood support effort, with locals contributing shelf-stable food and basic household essentials to assist struggling families.
Church Outreach Program Has Been Running for Years
The Moggill foodbank is not a new project.
Archived community notices from MP Dr Christian Rowan show the church had already established a food relief program during the COVID-19 period in 2020. The notice described the service as community-focused emergency support for residents facing financial pressure and uncertainty during the pandemic.
On social media in 2024, Cr Greg Adermann said that food donations had been collected through his ward office and delivered to the church following a meeting with Brisbane West Uniting Church minister Rev. Rod Fisher. Mr Adermann’s post encouraged residents to contribute pantry items to help maintain supplies for people in need throughout the community.
Since then, Brisbane West Uniting Church has continued expanding its local outreach work through programs listed on its community engagement page. The church also hosts neighbourhood gatherings and support activities aimed at strengthening connections across Brisbane’s western suburbs.
According to the church’s website, Brisbane West Uniting Church was formed in 2021 following the merger of the former Moggill and Karana Downs Uniting Church congregations.
Food Relief Services Becoming More Visible in Outer Suburbs
The growing visibility of suburban foodbanks reflects the financial strain many households are facing as grocery prices, rent and utility costs continue to rise. Unlike larger warehouse-style charity operations, smaller community foodbanks often rely directly on local donations and volunteers to keep shelves stocked week to week.
Photos shared by Brisbane West Uniting Church show a range of everyday pantry items currently available, including canned vegetables, baked beans, noodles, tuna, pasta sauce and breakfast foods.
Residents seeking assistance or wishing to donate can contact Brisbane West Uniting Church by phone on 3063 9528 or by email at office_BWUC@bwuc.org.au.
Upgrades along Kenmore Road are now complete, wrapping up a two-year corridor safety project that has delivered improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists across Kenmore and Fig Tree Pocket.
The works are part of Brisbane’s Suburban Corridor Modernisation program, which focuses on improving safety and accessibility on suburban roads. The Kenmore Road project spanned both the Pullenvale and Walter Taylor wards and was delivered in two stages.
The first stage, completed in July 2025, focused on the Kenmore section of the corridor. Two pedestrian splitter islands and kerb ramps were installed at the Kenmore Road and Gilruth Road roundabout, and kerb ramps were upgraded on Crestview Street at Kenmore Road. Line marking and two traffic islands were added on the bend between 50 and 54 Kenmore Road, existing lighting was upgraded, and yellow no-stopping lines were painted across the affected area.
Fig Tree Pocket Roundabout Gets Safety Makeover
Photo credit: YouTube/Cr Penny Wolff
The second stage brought improvements to the Kenmore Road, Norman Street and Robertson Place roundabout in Fig Tree Pocket. Works there included installing and upgrading pedestrian islands, kerb ramps and kerb build-outs at multiple legs of the roundabout, giving people on foot safer and more clearly defined crossing points.
Cyclists also benefit from dedicated new infrastructure at the roundabout. A bike off-ramp was installed on the western leg of the road for eastbound riders, and a bike on-ramp was added on Norman Street, improving access to and from the corridor at this intersection.
Minor turfing and footpath improvements were carried out to better connect the space around the roundabout, and line marking was upgraded across the area for improved visibility.
Residents using the roundabout should be aware of yellow no-stopping lines marked in key locations around the crossing points. Parking is not permitted in these zones, with the intent to keep sightlines clear at crossings and ensure lanes remain wide enough for traffic to pass safely.
The Suburban Corridor Modernisation program delivers, in the words of the project page, “small but meaningful improvements to suburban streets” to make travel safer, more accessible and more enjoyable across Brisbane.
As if May 2026, the completed works are now in place for residents, pedestrians, and cyclists using this section of Kenmore Road.
At Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Fig Tree Pocket, a new sensory garden has been created as a quieter place for visitors to pause, take in the natural surrounds and move through the sanctuary at a gentler pace.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary has added a new sensory garden to its grounds, creating a purpose-built space for visitors who may need a quieter and more accessible place during their visit.
The garden has been designed around touch, scent, sound and rest. Visitors can move through the space using different senses, with plants to touch and smell, wind chimes, water features and a mix of textures adding to the experience.
Located near the lorikeet feeding area and café, the garden also works as a midway rest point for people exploring the sanctuary. The space is wheelchair-accessible and is being used by families, older visitors and people with neurodiversities, including autism.
Rather than serving only as a stop along the path, the garden gives visitors another way to experience the sanctuary. It provides a calmer setting for those who may feel overwhelmed in busier areas, while also offering a quiet place for anyone who wants to sit, rest and reconnect with nature.
Fig Tree Pocket Space Designed For Inclusive Visits
The sensory garden reflects Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary’s focus on making the visitor experience more inclusive for people with different needs and comfort levels.
Some frontline staff at the sanctuary have completed Hidden Disabilities Sunflower training, which helps them better understand non-visible disabilities and support visitors who may need assistance.
The addition of the garden places accessibility within the visitor journey itself. Its location near key areas of the sanctuary means it can be used naturally by guests moving through the grounds, without taking them away from the broader experience.
For the Kenmore and Fig Tree Pocket area, the new space adds another feature to one of Brisbane’s long-running wildlife attractions. Lone Pine opened in 1927 and began with two koalas, Jack and Jill, during a period when wild koalas were being culled for the fur trade.
The sanctuary has since grown to care for more than 100 koalas and more than 70 native Australian species. It describes itself as the world’s oldest and largest koala sanctuary and is recognised for wildlife care, conservation and education.
Garden Connects Visitor Comfort With Wildlife Care
The sensory garden has also been built with wildlife in mind. Bee hotels and microbat nesting boxes have been included in the space, creating habitat features alongside the visitor areas.
The garden also supports Lone Pine’s work with the Richmond Birdwing butterfly. A gazebo is being used as a trellis for new butterfly vine plantings, which will extend the sanctuary’s existing pollinator corridor.
The vine plantings will contribute to seed collection and propagation work, with further plans already underway to plant more vines throughout the garden.
The result is a space that links visitor comfort with the sanctuary’s wider nature-based work. It gives people a quieter way to experience Lone Pine while also adding to the habitat and conservation features within the grounds.
The garden offers a place to slow down for visitors. For Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, it adds another layer to a long-running visitor experience built around native wildlife, nature and education.
Click the graphics to view game statisticsfrom the FIFA Match Centre
Monday, July 20
5:00am AEST — Spain vs Argentina
Sunday, July 19
7:00am AEST — France vs England
Thursday, July 16
5:00am AEST — England vs Argentina
Wednesday, July 15
5:00am AEST — France vs Spain
Sunday, July 12
11:00am AEST — Argentina vs Switzerland
7:00am AEST — Norway vs England
Saturday, July 11
5:00am AEST — Spain vs Belgium
Friday, July 10
6:00am AEST — France vs Morocco
Wednesday, July 8
6:00am AEST — Switzerland vs Colombia
2:00am AEST — Argentina vs Egypt
Tuesday, July 7
10:00am AEST — USA vs Belgium
5:00am AEST — Portugal vs Spain
Monday, July 6
10:00am AEST — Mexico vs England
6:00am AEST — Brazil vs Norway
Sunday, July 5
10:00am AEST — Paraguay vs France
6:00am AEST — Canada vs Morocco
Saturday, July 4
11:30am AEST — Colombia vs Ghana
8:00am AEST — Argentina vs Cabo Verde
4:00am AEST — Australia vs Egypt
Friday, July 3
1:00pm AEST — Switzerland vs Algeria
9:00am AEST — Portugal vs Croatia
5:00am AEST — Spain vs Austria
Thursday, July 2
10:00am AEST — USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
6:00am AEST — Belgium vs Senegal
2:00am AEST — England vs Congo DR
Wednesday, July 1
11:00am AEST — Mexico vs Ecuador
7:00am AEST — France vs Sweden
3:00am AEST — Cote D’Ivoire vs Norway
Tuesday, June 30
11:00am AEST — Netherlands vs Morocco
6:30am AEST — Germany vs Paraguay
3:00am AEST — Brazil vs Japan
Monday, June 29
5:00am AEST — South Africa vs Canada
Sunday, June 28
12:00pm AEST — Jordan vs Argentina
12:00pm AEST — Algeria vs Austria
9:30am AEST — Congo DR vs Uzbekistan
9:30am AEST — Colombia vs Portugal
7:00am AEST — Croatia vs Ghana
7:00am AEST — Panama vs England
Saturday, June 27
10:00am AEST — Uruguay vs Spain
10:00am AEST — Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia
5:00am AEST — Norway vs France
5:00am AEST — Senegal vs Iraq
Friday, June 26
12:00pm AEST — PARAGUAY vs AUSTRALIA
12:00pm AEST — Türkiye vs USA
9:00am AEST — Tunisia vs Netherlands
9:00am AEST — Tunisia vs Netherlands
9:00am AEST — Japan vs Sweden
6:00am AEST — Ecuador vs Germany
6:00am AEST — Curaçao vs Côte d’Ivoire
Thursday, June 25
11:00am AEST — South Africa vs Korea Republic
11:00am AEST — Czechia vs Mexico
8:00am AEST — Morocco vs Haiti
8:00am AEST — Scotland vs Brazil
5:00am AEST — Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar
5:00am AEST — Switzerland vs Canada
Wednesday, June 24
12:00pm AEST — Colombia vs Congo DR
9:00am AEST — Panama vs Croatia
6:00am AEST — England vs Ghana
3:00am AEST — Portugal vs Uzbekistan
Tuesday, June 23
1:00pm AEST — Jordan vs Algeria
10:00am AEST — Norway vs Senegal
7:00am AEST — France vs Iraq
3:00am AEST — Argentina vs Austria
Monday, June 22
11:00am AEST — New Zealand vs Egypt
8:00am AEST — Uruguay vs Cabo Verde
5:00am AEST — Belgium vs Iran
2:00am AEST — Spain vs Saudi Arabia
Sunday, June 21
2:00pm AEST — Tunisia vs Japan
10:00am AEST — Ecuador vs Curaçao
6:00am AEST — Germany vs Côte d’Ivoire
3:00am AEST — Netherlands vs Sweden
Saturday, June 20
1:00pm AEST — Türkiye vs Paraguay
10:30am AEST — Brazil vs Haiti
8:00am AEST — Scotland vs Morocco
5:00am AEST — USA vs AUSTRALIA
Friday, June 19
11:00am AEST — Mexico vs Korea Republic
8:00am AEST — Canada vs Qatar
5:00am AEST — Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
2:00am AEST — Czechia vs South Africa
Thursday, June 18
12:00pm AEST — Uzbekistan vs Colombia
9:00am AEST — Ghana vs Panama
6:00am AEST — England vs Croatia
3:00am AEST — Portugal vs Congo DR
Wednesday, June 17
2:00pm AEST — Austria vs Jordan
11:00am AEST — Argentina vs Algeria
8:00am AEST — Iraq vs Norway
5:00am AEST — France vs Senegal
Tuesday, June 16
11:00am AEST — Iran vs New Zealand
8:00am AEST — Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay
5:00am AEST — Belgium vs Egypt
2:00am AEST — Spain vs Cabo Verde
Monday, June 15
12:00pm AEST — Sweden vs Tunisia
9:00am AEST — Côte d’Ivoire vs Ecuador
6:00am AEST — Netherlands vs Japan
3:00am AEST — Germany vs Curaçao
Sunday, June 14
2:00pm AEST — Australia vs Türkiye
11:00am AEST — Haiti vs Scotland
8:00am AEST — Brazil vs Morocco
5:00am AEST — Qatar vs Switzerland
Saturday, June 13
5:00am AEST — Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
11:00am AEST — USA vs Paraguay
Friday, June 12
5:00am AEST — Mexico vs South Africa
12:00pm AEST — Korea Republic vs Czechia
MATCH SCHEDULES
All kick-off times are listed in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) and derived from FIFA’s official match schedule as of 12-June-2026.
Key Socceroos Fixtures (AEST)
Sunday, June 14
2:00pm AEST — Australia (2) vs Türkiye (0) Vancouver Stadium
Saturday, June 20
5:00am AEST — USA (2) vs Australia (0) Seattle Stadium
Friday, June 26
12:00pm AEST — Paraguay (0) vs Australia (0) San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
WEEK 1: GROUP STAGE — MATCHDAYS 1 & 2
June 12–18
Friday, June 12
5:00am AEST Mexico (2) vs South Africa (0) 12:00pm AEST | Korea Republic (2) vs Czechia (1)
Saturday, June 13
5:00am AEST — Canada (1) vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (1) 11:00am AEST — USA (4) vs Paraguay (1)
Sunday, June 14
5:00am AEST — Qatar (1) vs Switzerland (1) 8:00am AEST — Brazil (1) vs Morocco (1) 11:00am AEST — Haiti (0) vs Scotland (1)
SOCCEROOS 2:00pm AEST — AUSTRALIA (2) vs TÜRKİYE (0)
Monday, June 15
3:00am AEST — Germany (7) vs Curaçao (1) 6:00am AEST — Netherlands (2) vs Japan (2) 9:00am AEST — Côte d’Ivoire (1) vs Ecuador (0) 12:00pm AEST — Sweden (5) vs Tunisia (1)
Tuesday, June 16
2:00am AEST — Spain (0) vs Cabo Verde (0) 5:00am AEST — Belgium (1) vs Egypt (1) 8:00am AEST — Saudi Arabia (1) vs Uruguay (1) 11:00am AEST — Iran (2) vs New Zealand (2)
Wednesday, June 17
5:00am AEST — France (3) vs Senegal (1) 8:00am AEST — Iraq (1) vs Norway (4) 11:00am AEST — Argentina (3) vs Algeria (0) 2:00pm AEST — Austria (3) vs Jordan (1)
Thursday, June 18
3:00am AEST — Portugal (1) vs Congo DR (1) 6:00am AEST — England (4) vs Croatia (2) 9:00am AEST — Ghana (1) vs Panama (1) 12:00pm AEST — Uzbekistan vs (1) Colombia (3)
WEEK 2: GROUP STAGE — MATCHDAYS 2 & 3
June 19–25
Friday, June 19
2:00am AEST — Czechia (1) vs South Africa (1) 5:00am AEST — Switzerland (4) vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (1) 8:00am AEST — Canada (6) vs Qatar (0) 11:00am AEST — Mexico (1) vs Korea Republic (0)
Saturday, June 20
SOCCEROOS 5:00am AEST — USA (2) vs AUSTRALIA (0)
8:00am AEST — Scotland (0) vs Morocco (1) 10:30am AEST — Brazil (3) vs Haiti (0) 1:00pm AEST — Türkiye (0) vs Paraguay (1)
Sunday, June 21
3:00am AEST — Netherlands (5) vs Sweden (1) 6:00am AEST — Germany (2) vs Côte d’Ivoire (1) 10:00am AEST — Ecuador (0) vs Curaçao (0) 2:00pm AEST — Tunisia (0) vs Japan (4)
Monday, June 22
2:00am AEST — Spain (4) vs Saudi Arabia (0) 5:00am AEST — Belgium (0) vs Iran (0) 8:00am AEST — Uruguay (2) vs Cabo Verde (2) 11:00am AEST — New Zealand (1) vs Egypt (3)
Tuesday, June 23
3:00am AEST — Argentina (2) vs Austria (0) 7:00am AEST — France (3) vs Iraq (0) 10:00am AEST — Norway (3) vs Senegal (2) 1:00pm AEST — Jordan (1) vs Algeria (2)
Wednesday, June 24
3:00am AEST — Portugal (5) vs Uzbekistan (0) 6:00am AEST — England (0) vs Ghana (0) 9:00am AEST — Panama (0) vs Croatia (1) 12:00pm AEST — Colombia (1) vs Congo DR (0)
Thursday, June 25
5:00am AEST — Switzerland (2) vs Canada (1) 5:00am AEST — Bosnia and Herzegovina (3) vs Qatar (1) 8:00am AEST — Scotland (0) vs Brazil (3) 8:00am AEST — Morocco (4) vs Haiti (2) 11:00am AEST — Czechia (0) vs Mexico (3) 11:00am AEST — South Africa (1) vs Korea Republic (0)
WEEK 3: GROUP STAGE DECIDERS
June 26–28
Friday, June 26
SOCCEROOS 12:00pm AEST — PARAGUAY (0) vs AUSTRALIA (0)
6:00am AEST — Curaçao (0) vs Côte d’Ivoire (2) 6:00am AEST — Ecuador (2) vs Germany (1) 9:00am AEST — Japan (1) vs Sweden (1) 9:00am AEST — Tunisia (1) vs Netherlands (3) 12:00pm AEST — Türkiye (3) vs USA (2)
Saturday, June 27
5:00am AEST — Norway (1) vs France (4) 5:00am AEST — Senegal (5) vs Iraq (0) 10:00am AEST — Cabo Verde (0) vs Saudi Arabia (0) 10:00am AEST — Uruguay (0) vs Spain (1) 1:00pm AEST — Egypt (1) vs Iran (1) 1:00pm AEST — New Zealand (1) vs Belgium (5)
Sunday, June 28
7:00am AEST — Panama (0) vs England (2) 7:00am AEST — Croatia (2) vs Ghana (1) 9:30am AEST — Colombia (0) vs Portugal (0) 9:30am AEST — Congo DR (3) vs Uzbekistan (1) 12:00pm AEST — Algeria (3) vs Austria (3) 12:00pm AEST — Jordan (1) vs Argentina (3)
WEEK 4: ROUND OF 32
June 29 – July 4
Monday, June 29
5:00am AEST — South Africa (0) vs Canada (1)
Tuesday, June 30
3:00am AEST — Brazil (2) vs Japan (1) 6:30am AEST — Germany (3) (1) vs Paraguay (4) (1) 11:00am AEST — Netherlands (2) (1) vs Morocco (3) (1)
Wednesday, July 1
3:00am AEST — Cote D’Ivoire (1) vs Norway (2) 7:00am AEST — France (3) vs Sweden (0) 11:00am AEST — Mexico (2) vs Ecuador (0)
Thursday, July 2
2:00am AEST — England (2) vs Congo DR (1) 6:00am AEST — Belgium (3) vs Senegal (2) 10:00am AEST — USA (2) vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (0)
Friday, July 3
5:00am AEST — Spain (3) vs Austria (0) 9:00am AEST — Portugal (2) vs Croatia (1) 1:00pm AEST — Switzerland (2) vs Algeria (0)
Saturday, July 4
4:00am AEST — Australia (2) (1) vs Egypt (1) (4) 8:00am AEST — Argentina (3) vs Cabo Verde (2) 11:30am AEST — Colombia (1) vs Ghana (0)
WEEK 5: ROUND OF 16
July 5–8
Sunday, July 5
1:00am AEST — Canada (0) vs Morocco (3) 5:00am AEST — Paraguay (0) vs France (1)
Monday, July 6
6:00am AEST — Brazil (1) vs Norway (2) 10:00am AEST — Mexico (2) vs England (3)
Tuesday, July 7
5:00am AEST — Portugal (0) vs Spain (1) 10:00am AEST — USA (1) vs Belgium (4)
Wednesday, July 8
2:00am AEST — Argentina (3) vs Egypt (2) 6:00am AEST — Switzerland (4) (0) vs Colombia (0) (3)
WEEK 6: FINALS SERIES
July 10–20
Quarter-finals
Friday, July 10
6:00am AEST — France (2) vs Morocco (0)
Saturday, July 11
5:00am AEST — Spain (2) vs Belgium (1)
Sunday, July 12
7:00am AEST — Norway (1) vs England (2) 11:00am AEST — Argentina (3) vs Switzerland (1)
Semi-finals
Wednesday, July 15
5:00am AEST — France (0) vs Spain (2)
Thursday, July 16
5:00am AEST — England (1) vs Argentina (2)
Third-Place Play-off
Sunday, July 19
7:00am AEST — France (4) vs England (6) Miami Stadium
FIFA WORLD CUP FINAL
Monday, July 20
5:00am AEST — Spain vs Argentina New York New Jersey Stadium
At a time when many suburban events struggle to hold onto local traditions, the Brookfield Showground is preparing to draw thousands of families back to the heart of Brisbane’s western suburbs with rodeos, woodchop contests, hobby horse races, fireworks and live entertainment packed into one community-driven weekend.
The Brookfield Show will run from 22 to 24 May, bringing together long-running agricultural displays with newer crowd favourites across the three-day program. Friday entry will begin at 3:00 p.m., with competition pavilions and entertainment starting in the afternoon before the evening rodeo and live music.
Hobby Horses and Woodchop Bring Old and New Crowds Together
Organisers are mixing long-standing country show traditions with activities aimed at younger audiences and families. Alongside horticulture, needle craft and livestock displays, this year’s program includes LEGO competitions and the increasingly popular Hobby Horse event, where competitors perform jumps and dressage routines using handcrafted hobby horses.
The woodchop competition is also returning, adding another traditional drawcard to the schedule. Across the grounds, visitors can expect puppet shows, pig races, reptile displays, baby animals and roaming entertainers throughout the weekend.
Photo Credit: Brookfield Show
Community groups and local schools are also expected to take part through performances and talent showcases staged during the event.
Friday Rodeo Expected to Draw Evening Crowds
Night-time entertainment is expected to become a major attraction once the sun goes down at the showgrounds. The Friday night rodeo will feature cowboys and cowgirls competing in bull and bronc riding events before live music continues into the evening.
Saturday’s entertainment program will include horsemanship displays, live performances and another night of family activities, while fireworks are scheduled for both Saturday and Sunday nights.
The event remains one of the best-known community gatherings in Brisbane’s western suburbs, bringing together local organisations, schools, businesses and volunteers at the showgrounds each year.
Photo Credit: Brookfield Show
Brookfield Museum and Trade Stalls Add Local Flair
Away from the main arena, visitors will also be able to explore trade stalls, food vendors and displays connected to Brookfield’s local history. The Brookfield Museum is expected to welcome visitors across the weekend, offering a look back at the area’s rural and community roots.
Families are also being encouraged to spend the full day at the grounds, with entertainment scheduled across multiple areas of the venue from morning through to evening.
