Strawberry lovers, get ready! Brisbane City Markets is offering a VIP picking experience and cozy staycation in the mountains just outside the city.
Bringing the Farm to the City
Brisbane City Markets is giving locals a chance to escape the city with a VIP Strawberry Picking Experience and staycation. Valued at over $800, the prize lets one winner and a guest pick strawberries at Fresh Berries Direct and enjoy a night at Mount Mee Country Lodge, an hour from Brisbane.
Organised by Goodwill Projects, the market offers fresh, farm-direct produce, artisan goods, and gourmet foods. Vendors like Fresh Berries Direct, with over a decade of experience from Caboolture and Stanthorpe, bring regional Queensland produce to the city. The market connects locals with farmers and artisans, promoting healthier eating and supporting small businesses.
A Straw-bulous Escape
Entries for the competition close on 25 August at 4:00 PM, with winners announced on 26 August. Brisbane City Markets at Reddacliff Place runs every Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM at 266 George Street, Brisbane.
Mount Mee Country Lodge provides rustic, comfortable accommodations with mini-golf, sports courts, a pool table, and movie and exercise rooms. Perched atop Mount Mee, the lodge offers sweeping views of the Glasshouse Mountains and Moreton Bay, letting visitors relax in nature near the city.
How the Community Can Join
Locals can enter the competition through an online form, providing basic contact information and sharing feedback about Brisbane City Markets.
The initiative aims to engage the community directly, allowing market-goers to influence the experience while giving them a chance to enjoy a unique farm-to-lodge adventure.
The promotion also highlights Goodwill Projects’ focus on creating meaningful community events that showcase local produce and experiences.
Supporting Local Producers
Through this initiative and regular markets, Goodwill Projects continues to support local growers and artisans, helping them reach a broader audience.
These markets are not only a place to shop but also a platform for education and community connection.
Published 20-August-2025
