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Why Brisbane Airport’s Domestic Terminal Is The Destination Before Your Destination

Arrive early, fly stylish


By Natalie McGowan | 6th November 2025

Everyone knows the feeling: luggage in hand, duffle over your shoulder, and a tiny voice in your head whispering, “Did I forget something?” Maybe it’s a gift for friends, your trusty headphones, or… nothing at all. Either way, Brisbane Airport’s Domestic Terminal has you sorted — from travel essentials to pre-flight browsing.

Jetting off in style

This month, our November cover stars, Lachie and Jules Neale, show us how it’s done. Dressed head-to-toe in pieces from the Domestic Terminal, they prove airport style can be practical, polished, and effortless, moving through the terminal like seasoned travellers.

Airport style, elevated

Start your airport experience at Witchery. With its recently refreshed creative direction, the label’s elevated staples are made for spontaneous dinner plans at your destination. Seed Heritage brings breezy linens and easy silhouettes for weekend escapes, while Country Road and Oxford have timeless wardrobe pieces covered for both men and women. For that final touch, Mimco, Lovisa, and Sunglass Hut offer statement bags, sleek frames, and everyday jewellery to match any itinerary.

Pre-flight pamper

Of course, style is only part of the story at Brisbane Airport’s Domestic Terminal. For the pre-flight pamperers (because no one likes battling dry cabin air without the right tools), a quick spritz of a floral Jo Malone perfume, a hydrating skincare boost from Mecca, and a quick touch-up at MAC is all it takes to step on board feeling fresh. A little TLC goes a long way, and suddenly, economy class feels a little closer to business class.

Last-minute gifts? Sorted

Worried about that forgotten gift? Step into Mott & Mulberry or Tech2Go and find thoughtful presents in minutes — from family Christmas surprises to tech upgrades. Need a little in-flight entertainment? Bound and news@bne have the snacks, books, and celeb memoirs you didn’t know you needed.

Little travellers, big smiles 

For the tiny ones, LEGO, Seed Heritage, and Peter Alexander keep little hands and moods happy, making pre-boarding stress-free.

More than just a stopover

As Lachie and Jules show, Brisbane Airport’s Domestic Terminal isn’t just a pit stop — it’s part of the journey. Outfit refreshes, beauty boosts, last-minute finds: everything you need to ease into holiday mode is right here.

So next time that tiny voice nags, asking, “Did I forget something?”, the answer is simple: it’s waiting for you at BNE

Imagery: Katie Fergus

By Natalie McGowan Deputy Print Editor and resident reality TV binger, Natalie’s perfect day involves vintage shopping, hunting down the best eats in town, and getting a spontaneous tattoo. You can always count on Nat to say yes to a spicy marg, unironically rock her platform Crocs, craft a killer playlist, and deep-dive into pop culture for hours.
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