The dog’s out of the bag! Bluey and Bingo made a splash today as two of Brisbane’s iconic CityCats transformed into CityDogs.
Celebrating the much-loved Bluey and her little sister Bingo, and honouring Bluey’s deep connection to Brisbane, the CityDogs offer families and fans a unique and entertaining way to travel and explore the river city.
The playful makeover arrives just in time for the highly anticipated opening of Bluey’s World Brisbane this month. Visitors to Bluey’s World will be able to arrive in true Bluey style, travelling on the CityDogs to and from the Northshore Hamilton ferry terminal.
Kate O’Connor, Director Brands and Licensing, BBC Studios ANZ said “As Bluey’s hometown, Brisbane has always been an important part of the show’s identity. Reimagining two of Brisbane’s CityCats as CityDogs is a fun and fitting tribute to the show that has become a global phenomenon, while still proudly calling Brisbane home. We’re excited for fans to enjoy this new way of connecting with Bluey, and just in time for the opening of Bluey’s World.”
Meet the CityDogs
The Bluey and Bingo CityDogs have been transformed into life-size versions of the beloved characters, which are instantly recognisable and capture the essence of Bluey and Bingo.
- Bluey CityDog: A tribute to the loveable and inexhaustible – Bluey. Its design captures Bluey’s limitless energy, turning every trip into a world of fun and extraordinary adventures.
- Bingo CityDog: Honouring the little ball of energy – Bingo. Its design reflects Bingo’s curiosity, making every trip one of discovery.
Sam Moor, Producer, Ludo Studio said “Our artists at Ludo Studio were excited to collaborate with BBC Studios and the CityCat team to bring the CityDogs to life. None of us could have imagined the day when we’d see a CityCat version of Bluey and Bingo cruising along the Brisbane River! We hope that they bring a smile to families and commuters alike.”
Families, tourists, commuters and Bluey fans are invited to hop on board and take a ride on the Bluey and Bingo CityDogs. Whether it’s spotting familiar Bluey references or enjoying a scenic ride down the river, the CityDogs will connect people to the heartwarming adventures of Bluey and Bingo in a whole new way.
Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the new CityDog design was sure to make an impression along the Brisbane river.
“Brisbane’s iconic CityCats already turn every river journey into a scenic adventure, and the introduction of Bluey and Bingo on board is sure to be a fan favourite. Brisbane is Australia’s lifestyle capital and we’re excited to welcome the CityDogs to our great city as a fun way for local and visiting Bluey fans to travel and explore our vibrant riverside precincts. With the launch just in time for the opening of Bluey’s World, this new transport and tourism feature will create more to see and do in our city, boost our economy and support local jobs.”
Patricia O’Callaghan, CEO Tourism and Events Queensland said “We are rolling out the blue carpet to welcome visitors to Bluey’s World! Brisbane is Bluey’s hometown and we know the CityDogs will certainly create even more buzz around the city and integrate our tourism offerings with this world-exclusive event, which is set to bring hundreds of thousands of visitors and a huge economic boost. Visitors will travel from one icon to the other, cruising along the Brisbane River and arriving at Bluey’s World. The trip on the Bluey or Bingo CityDog will become a big part of attending Bluey’s World and I know little fan’s faces will light up when they get a chance to ride them.”
Operating as part of the regular Brisbane City Council CityCat fleet, the CityDogs are set to bring an extra wave of fun and excitement to the Brisbane River from today for an ongoing period. For more information on the CityDogs visit translink.com.au.
For Bluey’s World ticket information and to book visit blueysworld.com.
