Station overview—Brisbane CBD
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Air quality monitoring in the Brisbane CBD began in 1995 at a site in an elevated position at the Queensland University of Technology's Gardens Point campus.
- Monitoring period
- 1 January 2000–
- Parameters monitored
Current measurements at 12am 10 June 2026
| Parameter | Measurement | Running average |
|---|---|---|
| Particle PM2.5 | 4µg/m³ | 3.5µg/m³ (24hr avg) |
| Particle PM10 | 8µg/m³ | 8.4µg/m³ (24hr avg) |
| Visibility | 15.7Mm⁻¹ | 15.7Mm⁻¹ (1hr avg) |
None of the data is validated (0% validated, 0/3 records)
About these parameters
- Particle PM2.5
Airborne particles less than 2.5 micrometres in diameter, referred to as PM2.5, can be hazardous to human health or cause a nuisance when present in the air at elevated levels. They are capable of penetrating the lower airways of humans and can cause possible negative health effects.
The guideline for Particle PM2.5 is 25µg/m³ (1hr avg) and 20µg/m³ (24hr avg).
Particle PM2.5 is measured in micrograms per cubic metre.
- Particle PM10
Airborne particles less than 10 micrometres in diameter, referred to as PM10, can be hazardous to human health or cause a nuisance when present in the air at elevated levels. They are capable of penetrating the lower airways of humans and can cause possible negative health effects.
The guideline for Particle PM10 is 100µg/m³ (1hr avg) and 50µg/m³ (24hr avg).
Particle PM10 is measured in micrograms per cubic metre.
- Visibility
Aerosols and fine particles can reduce visibility. Smoke from fires or haze are common causes of poor visibility.
The guideline for Visibility is 235Mm⁻¹ (1hr avg).
Visibility is measured in inverse megametres.
