About

The Big Curious is an independent digital publication based in Brisbane, exploring the people, places, ideas and culture that make this city worth paying attention to.

We cover the arts, film and stage, food and drink, design, people and business — not as separate worlds, but as the overlapping, interconnected things they actually are. Our stories are written for readers who are curious: about what's happening, who's behind it, and why it matters.

We believe great journalism starts with genuine curiosity. We go behind the curtain — to the rehearsal room, the kitchen, the studio, and the boardroom — and bring back stories that are honest, warm, and worth your time.

Part of that curiosity extends to how we work. Every story is shaped and reviewed by our team. We use a range of tools, including AI, to help us work through interviews and press materials — giving us the breadth to cover more of Brisbane's cultural life without losing any detail. We also work with journalists and writers who bring their own voice and original reporting to our pages — because the best stories often come from someone who was simply there, notebook in hand. The technology helps us listen better. The perspective is always human.