Parliament House, State of Queensland

Parliament House Queensland is a heritage-listed building in Brisbane with a sandstone exterior, copper roof, and prominent colonnades. The French Renaissance Revival style is most evident at the George Street entrance with its porte-cochère, where legislators have gathered for over 150 years.

The building opened in 1868 to house Queensland's first legislative assembly under architect Charles Tiffin. Constructor Joshua Jeays oversaw its creation, establishing a permanent seat for political decision-making in the region.

The building acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through formal recognition woven into parliamentary proceedings today. Visitors can observe how these perspectives shape the conversations and decisions made within its chambers.

Guided tours are available on weekdays for visitors exploring the chambers and public spaces. The gift shop sits in the main foyer, and parliamentary sessions are broadcast live online so you can watch proceedings from anywhere.

This was Australia's first parliament building to receive electrical power, connected via underground cable to the Government Printing Office in 1886. The installation made it a pioneer of modern parliamentary technology ahead of other legislatures elsewhere.

Location: Brisbane

Inception: 100

Architects: Charles Tiffin

Official opening: August 4, 1868

GPS coordinates: -27.47540,153.02700

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:53