The story
Blend of Brisbane + Las Vegas, in sarcastic reference to the city's lack of showy opulence, and partially as Brisbane had Queensland's first casino.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Today it means: Nickname for Brisbane: the capital and largest city of Queensland, Australia. Full definition →
Blend of Brisbane + Las Vegas, in sarcastic reference to the city's lack of showy opulence, and partially as Brisbane had Queensland's first casino.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.