Map Magazine

I love this monthly local mag, a magazine for Brisbanes ‘dreamers,’ and the fact that its free makes it even better. I am always on the lookout for it at the many stores and cafes that copies are distributed to around the Brisbane community. Its full of inspiring stories and lots of unique food, clothes, furniture and knick-​knacks that you can find around Brisbane.

I always feel a little twinge of excitement when I spot the new monthly edition of Map Magazine. This local rag is quintessentially Brisbane and within its pages it boasts secrets to great places to eat, shop and travel as well fantastic feature articles about inspiring people and places.
Recently I had a friend visiting from Melbourne and there was one day she was here where I had to work and left her to do her own thing. I gave her a copy of the most recent Map Magazine and she used it as a guide to wander around Brisbane and check out some of the great boutiques, coffee shops and galleries.
Each issue is themed (my favourite is the Eat issues, no surprises there!) so there’s always something new to read. The magazine, although keeping the same structure, never feels the same as the previous edition. Map have also just launched a free iPhone app called A Local’s Guide to Brisbane which has tips of eateries, coffee shops and general awesomeness surrounding this great city. So if you’re a fan of print media and are in need of some inspiration, then there’s no better rag than Map to reignite your love for Brisbane. Did I mention that it’s free?! Happy dance!