Parkland Rules

Considering that millions of people use South Bank every year, there are just a few rules in place to ensure it is a safe and healthy place to visit. Please consider others in your enjoyment of the area.

Pools and Swimming

For the safety and enjoyment of all please observe the following rules in the pool, beach and surrounds:

• No diving or jumping into the pools. 
• No running through the pools, beach and surrounds.
• Children are to be supervised by adults at all times.
• No glass receptacles are allowed into this area.
• No animals permitted into this area.
• Comply with the directions of lifeguards.
• Consider others at all times - don't throw sand or cause a disturbance to others.
• Ask lifeguards before you play ball games.
• No liquor to be consumed in this area.
• Children who are not toilet trained must wear an effective swim diaper.
• All swimmers are encouraged to take a shower before entering the pool.
• All other state and local health codes apply.
• Suitable swimwear must be worn at all times. 

Important notes while using the pool:

• The lagoon and pool is patrolled by lifeguards seven days a week. 
• The 'Lifeguards On Duty' sign will indicate the attendance of lifeguards. 
• Swimming when a lifeguard is not on duty is not encouraged and will be at the persons own risk. 
• Surfaces may be slipery when wet. 
• Rocks are slippery when wet and may be unstable. 
• Slide steps are irregular.  

Dogs

South Bank Parklands is now a dog friendly place.

Doggy Rules:

• Must be on a leash not more than 2 metres at all times
• Not permitted on a beach, in fountains, shower areas or waterways
• Not permitted in any eating areas within the Parklands
• Must be well behaved
• Must abide by the Brisbane City Council's Animal Local Law 2003
• Dangerous dogs / breeds are not permitted in the Parklands

Carer Rules:

• Must be with your dog at all times
• Must ensure that your dog is not a nuisance - you may be asked to remove your doggy from the Parklands
• Must clean up your doggy doo immediately and place in designated doggy bins
• Report any incidences to the Visitor Information Centre

Download a map outlining doggy "no go" areas and doggy bins.

Smoking

Queensland laws about smoking in public areas means that no smoking is permitted at Streets Beach or within 10 metres of any of the children’s playgrounds.

Alcohol

Consumption of alcohol in licensed premises is allowed during the hours permitted by the individual businesses permit.

Patrons are allowed to consume alcohol between 10am and 8pm daily with a substantial meal, in the following areas:

• Riverside Green
• Picnic Island Green

Bikes and rollerblades

Please ride where signed. Cyclists visiting the Parklands at South Bank are restricted to riding on Clem Jones Promenade at a maximum speed of 15 km p/h.  Cyclists must always give way to pedestrians.
Skateboarding is not allowed.

Other rules include:

• Properly supervise children, particularly around waterways. Please  obey the signage and  directions of the lifeguards.
• No littering.
• Swimming is only allowed in swimming lagoons.
• No fishing or swimming in the river or fountains.
• Exercise due consideration for others.
• No distribution of leaflets, soliciting, conducting surveys, selling goods, filming, or professional photography without written approval from South Bank Corporation.
• South Bank Parklands are closed to visitors from midnight to 5am except for bona-fide patrons of business establishments on site.