Civic Cabinet and Supreme Court Convene for Key Brisbane Sessions Today

Brisbane Legal and Political Calendar Opens with High-Level Sessions

Monday, 9 February 2026, marks a significant day for Brisbane’s political and judicial landscape as several high-profile sessions take place across the city. From the chambers of City Hall to the halls of the Supreme Court, officials are meeting to address infrastructure funding, legal appointments, and ongoing litigation involving the municipal government.

Supreme Court Holds Ceremonial Sitting

The judicial week in Brisbane commenced this morning with a formal ceremonial sitting at the Supreme and District Courts. Held in the Banco Court at 9:15 AM, the session was presided over by the Chief Justice and Judges of the Supreme Court. The primary purpose of today’s sitting is the formal acknowledgment and admission of newly appointed barristers to the legal profession. This traditional event serves as a milestone for the state's legal system and is open to the public, reflecting the transparency of the Queensland judiciary.

Civic Cabinet Reviews Suburban Road Safety Funding

At Brisbane City Hall, the Establishment and Coordination Committee (E&C)—commonly known as the Civic Cabinet—is scheduled to meet to deliberate on critical infrastructure projects. A primary agenda item for today’s session is the approval of project nominations for the 2026-27 Black Spot Program. This joint initiative between the Australian and Queensland governments provides funding for high-benefit road safety improvements.

• Targeted Improvements: The committee is reviewing sites across urban Brisbane that have recorded high casualty crash rates over the past five years.
• Funding Goals: The nominations aim to secure a portion of the estimated $20 million allocated for Queensland to address fatalities and hospitalizations through low-cost, high-impact engineering solutions.
• Metro Integration: Discussions are also expected to touch upon the continued integration of the Brisbane Metro expansion, ensuring that the new bus network aligns with broader suburban renewal goals for 2032.

Council Litigation and Federal Representation

Beyond legislative meetings, the Brisbane City Council is active in the judicial sphere today. A hearing for the matter of Burrell & others v. Brisbane City Council is scheduled for 10:00 AM in Court 33 before Judge Williamson KC. This session is part of ongoing legal proceedings regarding local planning or administrative disputes.

Meanwhile, in Canberra, the Federal House of Representatives resumes sitting today for its February session. Brisbane’s federal members are expected to be present as the parliament addresses national policy shifts and internal coalition leadership matters that may influence federal infrastructure grants for the South East Queensland region.