Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland, Australia. It’s situated in the eastern part of the country. Brisbane is one of the fastest-growing cities in Australia and is known for its vibrant urban precincts, outdoor lifestyle and friendly locals. It is the country’s third largest city and a major hub for commerce. Since the 20th century, Brisbane has been known for its high growth rate, contributing to the country's economy. It is famous for its scenic landscapes, Brisbane River, South Bank Parklands, Queensland Cultural Centre, and the Gallery of Modern Art.

Census in Australia is done after every 5 years and 2016 was the last time that it was conducted. The next census is scheduled for 2021 in Australia. According to the 2016 census, Brisbane had a population of 2.2 million. Compared to other cities in Australia, Brisbane is considered to have a diverse population. According to the 2016 census, 32% of the population is born overseas in Brisbane. Brisbane is also known for its diversity in religious beliefs, with most people identifying themselves as Christian, and significant populations of Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus and Jews. The 2016 census data revealed that 52.5% people in Brisbane identified themselves as Christian, 2.5% as Buddhist, 1.5% Muslim, 1.4% Hindu, and 1.3% Other religions. On the other hand, 28.9% of respondents declared that they followed no religion. The Wheel of Brisbane is one of the iconic landmarks in the city. It offers a spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of Brisbane City from the heart of Brisbane’s cultural, lifestyle and entertainment precinct, The Parklands, South Bank.

Brisbane is administered by the Brisbane City Council, the largest local government body in terms of population and budget in Australia. The city is divided into 26 wards, each electing a councillor to the Brisbane City Council. The Lord Mayor of Brisbane is the chief executive of the Brisbane City Council. The Council is responsible for key services and infrastructure, including urban planning, roads and parking, water and public transport, and community and environmental services.

Brisbane has always been a commercial city and today enjoys the status of having one of the most diversified economies in Australia. The city thrives in business services, finance, public administration and safety, health care and assistance, and education and training. It has a Gross Regional Product of over AUD$170 billion, which is about 9 percent of the country's total GDP. The size of its economy is larger than that of several Australian states. The Port of Brisbane is one of Australia’s fastest growing container ports and Queensland’s largest multi-cargo port which handles approximately $50 billion in trade each year.

The Brisbane City Council and Queensland state government have invested heavily in infrastructure in the city. This includes the development of new residential and commercial precincts, transportation and road projects, and cultural and leisure facilities. Business is particularly concerned at the lack of capacity in digital infrastructure. The take-up of high speed broadband by business is high compared to other Australian cities. Business sees these as priority areas for action by the Mayor.