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Today, Italo Ferreira took out the Red Bull Airborne Gold Coast, a World Surf League speciality event full of legends and characters all competing for the best in aerial surfing. The 24-year-old is known for his creative antics in the air, landing some of the Championship Tour’s biggest manoeuvres and setting the bar for above-the-lip […]
Today Beats by Dr Dre introduced Powerbeats Pro, completely wireless headphones that deliver that world-class Beats sound designed for most passionate music lovers, and motivated athletes. The product’s launch comes as a result of the deep integration between Beats and Apple, Powerbeats Pro features impressive battery life, advanced functionality, reliable connectivity, exceptional fit via the […]
After a much-anticipated start, the World Surf League Championship Tour has officially opened for the 2019 season. The first day of the Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast saw the completion of Round 1 where the men took on Duranbah, the event’s back-up site, in four to five-foot conditions. The Red Bull Airborne Gold Coast also got […]
A Festival that is all about following the surf and celebrating music, community culture and a love of the ocean, pretty Gold Coast riiight…. well The Drop festival rolls into town this weekend with a list of big names headlining. The Drop festival supported by Triple J and the World Surf League the 2019 line-up […]
Well, it’s time to start planning for the 19th annual Splendour in the Grass migration, returning to its newly announced forever home at North Byron Parklands from Friday 19th of July to Sunday 21st, serving up one of the biggest boldest music and art experiences in Australia. Over 100 of the world’s most exciting, provocative […]
The 2019 World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT) season will officially open today with the Quiksilver Pro and Boost Mobile Pro Gold Coast. The event will launch what is set to be one of the biggest years in surfing yet with equal prize money, Olympic qualification, and a new level of progression from the […]
The World’s best have descended on the Gold Coast ahead of the season opener but before the competition kicks off it was time to celebrate with WSL Awards.
Perhaps rivalled only by ‘the footie’ in the affections of true blue Aussies, surfing is akin to a national sport Down Under. So what better way to kick off the 2019 season – and Pierre’s first race weekend with the Team Than with Max organising a surfing lesson for our newest recruit with three-time surfing […]
Launching April 29, this year’s festival will feature headline shows with steadfast, perennially innovative Red Bull collaborators, and partner with additional groundbreaking artists to bring their unique, boundary-pushing visions to the stage for stunning performances. FKA twigs, Rosali?a, Teyana Taylor, Tierra Whack and Holly Herndon are some of this year’s performers who have a continually […]
Off the back of the recent announcement that Broadway sensation Wicked would be flying into HOTA Gold Coast, today came the announcement of the principal cast, supporting leading ladies, Emily Monsma ‘Glinda’ and Samantha Dodemaide ‘Elphaba’ in the production. The team of seasoned performers will take to the stage this June, telling the beloved tale […]
Everyone’s fav binge worthy horror series is set to return for its third season shortly on Netflix, Stranger Things 3 will bring take us into Hawkins Indiana for a new adventure against the forces of the Upside down. Enjoy this trailer with plenty of 80’s inspiration and let is showcase some new horrors and set […]
Next Week, fifty five travel agents from America who specialise in selling Australia to the world will touch down in Byron Bay at the Byron at Byron resort to meet with 50 of the best Australian and New Zealand suppliers in the travel industry. Attendees will include Crown Hotels, Virgin Australia, Sydney Opera House, Bridgeclimb […]
The EU Council has granted the UK government’s wish. An extension of Article 50 will delay Brexit until May 22nd if Parliament accepts the Withdrawal Agreement. If not, the UK may crash out of the EU without a deal as early as April 12th. Some may call this a reprieve. I fear the UK is […]
Birds Of Tokyo’s new single Good Lord reaches a whole new level today as lead singer Ian Kelly bares his soul in the new video release. Directed by Matt Sav, it is a striking and often confronting look at a brutal true story of betrayal, the song written about an ugly marriage breakup two years […]
The latest instagram trend to hit 2019 comes as a furry surprise, with mans best friend taking over the social media channel. In the past 2 months alone, over 500,000 new posts have been added to pupper related hashtags in Australia. But which dogs are unmissable? We’ve done the research – and here are the […]
The biggest night in Queensland music took place on Tuesday night with a sold-out crowd, and the star-studded night featured performances by Amy Shark, Dz Deathrays, Resin Dogs, Clea, Bobby Alu, Emma Beau and Tokyo Twilight. What a year in Queensland music it has been and the industry is going strength to strength evident by […]
Massive crowds have braved unruly weather to line the shores of Manly Beach and watch 11-time WSL World Champion Kelly Slater hit the water and compete at the 2019 Vissla Sydney Surf Pro, World Surf League Qualifying Series event. The greatest surfer of all time didn’t disappoint, taking out his opening heat against QS warriors […]
The Sydney Surf Pro and Sydney Women’s Surf Pro saw an incredible opening day for 2019 at Manly with some of the world’s best surfers doing battle for World Surf League Qualification. Taking to the clean 2-3 foot waves at Manly, one of the world’s most iconic surfing locations, The Newcastle Surfest didn’t go to […]
Gold Coasters it’s time to say ‘salud’ at La Diosa Mexicana the newest dining hot spot that’s arrived at Circle on Cavill.
Sally Fitzgibbons and Alex Ribiero have claimed victory at the 34th annual Newcastle Surfest, World Surf League Qualifying Series 6000 event in excellent waves at Merewether Beach. The two has to battle through a massive field of surfers from all over the world to claim the first combined QS6,000 of the season. Sally Fitzgibbons now […]
Scott McLaughlin’s road to redemption repeated itself with a comeback win at the Beaurepaires Melbourne 400 at Albert Park, resuming his bid for back-to-back Supercars Championships. The young Kiwi took the fourth and final race in his Shell V-Power Mustang from Supercheap Auto Racing’s Chaz Mostert and Red Bull Holden Racing Team’s Jamie Whincup following […]
Scott McLaughlin has had his winning run ended in sensational circumstances with an on-track crash before the third race of the Beaurepaires Melbourne 400 had even started. The bizarre accident happened on the ‘out lap’ as the cars made their way to the starting grid where ARMOR ALL Pole Position was waiting for the reigning […]
We’ve been enjoying a nice and prolonged end to summer, and now the year can finally begin with the return of the NRL season not far off. And if traffic jams, ticket lines and stadium crowds and pricey eats aren’t for you but you would like to kick back and watch the Gold Coast Titans […]
Turn Up Charlie is almost here and it a story that centres on the titular Charlie (Idris Elba), a struggling DJ and eternal bachelor, who is given a chance at success when he reluctantly becomes a ‘ manny ‘ to his famous best friends’ problem daughter – Gabbie ( Frankie Hervey). All eight episodes of […]
We’ve scoured the South East looking for some amazing food finds and discoveries, Our first stop is the iconic Elephant Rock Cafe
Youngster Cameron Waters announced himself on Supercars big stage even though he was second to the unstoppable Scott McLaughlin in the Superloop Adelaide 500. McLaughlin was, for the second day running, in a league of his own but it was 24-year-old Waters who grabbed a podium after the heartbreak of being ripped out of race […]
Today Amy Shark has released her video for Mess Her Up, which she has co-directed and it is the latest single from the ARIA award winner’s #1 debut album, LOVE MONSTER, the highest selling Australian Artist album of 2018. Amy was instrumental in the treatment, casting and execution of the video, with her hands-on approach […]
The Keep Sydney Open party has unveiled their fresh new faces for the upcoming New South Wales politics.
Australia’s Dunlop Super2 Supercars series will welcome one of the world’s highest profile female racers to the grid this weekend, after Abbie Eaton secured the support of Australia’s premier industrial equipment and safety supplier, Blackwoods. Ms Eaton will make her debut in Matt Stone Racing (MSR)’s VF Commodore at the Superloop Adelaide 500. The 27-year-old […]
Mondays they feel more oppressive than any other day of the week, but we may have just found a way to lighten the load with a FREE Dinner every Monday. The team at Crafty’s Sports Bar are all about bringing friends and family together over some healthy competition, Speaking of friendly competition Crafty’s will pick […]
We’ve all been there hungry with the want for something fresh, tasty and delivered and only able to find a greasy spoon two suburbs over open to delivery. No more Australia the good people at Subway have teamed up with Uber Eats, to offer delivery from more than 700 restaurants across selected Aussie cities. You […]
Summer is slowly coming to an end, which means shorter days and longer nights. But who says the fun has to stop when the sun goes down? Brisbane and the South East is a bustling place to be and if you’re over your standard ‘Netflix and Chill’ , we have come up with our top […]
We’ve always known there is something in the water at Kirra, but now there is something happening on the shores, with a resurgence of swell new eateries shaking things up. Leading the way of the dining revival is the new Saint Helens Bar + Kitchen which is set to officially unveil its fresh digs this […]
If you’re into your cricket don’t mind a beverage and could be tempted by the Hottest of Dogs…. why not head down to Circle on Cavill this Sunday. It will be the best place to watch the Big Bash final ( besides being there of course) join a group of like-minded individuals kicking back on […]
American supermodel, designer, author and body activist Ashley Graham is headed to Australia for the first time. Graham will appear at the 23rd Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival, walking the runway and headlining as keynote speaker at the inaugural Australian Fashion Summit. The Model whose influence has reshaped the fashion and media industries and redefined […]
The eighth annual Bleach* festival is set for April 17-28 and is aiming to herald a new era for the Gold Coast, by celebrating its unique rituals and culture with a jam-packed program that has large-scale opera, award-winning dance, eye-popping cabaret, free live music and a thought-provoking political swimming carnival and a drive-in with a […]
After a hugely successful event in 2018 and many years before it, the Burleigh Pro will return in 2019 better than ever – renamed as the Gold Coast Open presented by Flight Centre. The event is a World Surf League (WSL) QS 1,500 rated event and will run over 6 full days from the 7th to the […]
W Brisbane are here to help with the return of their Summer Crush Pool Parties, and they’re kicking off the season with a Single and Ready to Mingle event.
Queensland’s largest outdoor sculpture exhibition has announced applications are officially open to International and Australian artists to exhibit at the upcoming SWELL Sculpture Festival.
In this third instalment of the adrenaline-fueled action franchise, super-assassin John Wick (Keanu Reeves) returns with a $14 million price tag on his head and an army of bounty-hunting killers on his trail. After killing a member of the shadowy international assassin’s guild, the High Table, John Wick is excommunicado, but the world’s most ruthless […]
If you’re looking for a bit of colour in your Summer you can head down to the beach and come back looking like Flamingo or head down and Fla-mingle in air conditioned comfort at Tweed City Shopping Centre.
Leading boating brands have jumped on the chance to secure their prime spaces at the upcoming Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show,
It is the season for Cold Beer and BBQ’s and we all want those bragging rights of the best BBQ and it doesn’t come with a simple loaf of white bread and 24 snags. The amazing people at Burleigh Brewing Co are here to help with this amazing prize to win The Brew-Haul trailer for […]
On the same day in 1989, forty-three infants are inexplicably born to random, unconnected women who showed no signs of pregnancy the day before. Seven are adopted by a billionaire who creates The Umbrella Academy and prepares his “children” to save the world. Now, the six surviving members reunite upon the news of their father’s […]
With a new year upon us and the manic festive season in the rearview and most of us returning to work may be, it’s time to head on out for a bite and let someone else do the dishes, you’ve earned it. Harvest Buffet, formerly Food Fantasy, opened its doors over the holiday break following […]
So we’ve hit the road around the South East to find some great little spots to take our friends, family for a nice meal, a quick bite to eat or just a coffee and a chat this festive season without having to do the dishes.
The day’s final heat carried huge repercussions as 11-time World Champion Kelly Slater took on the Title hopeful Filipe Toledo at The Billabong Pipe Masters
The trees are going up the list is being checked and Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell have delivered us an early present to celebrate the release of The Christmas Chronicles on Netflix.
VICE explores the epic story about how a bureaucratic Washington insider quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice-President to George W. Bush, reshaping the country and the globe in ways that we still feel today. See An unrecognisable Christian Bale in the role of VICE.
Esteemed electronic duo Basement Jaxx are set to bring their orchestral live show to Australia in April 2019.
Today Molly Picklum and Micah Margieson are the Under 18 Girls and Boys 2018 Surf Dive ‘n Ski Australian Junior Surfing Titles Champions.
Electronic artist and producer Danny Harley of Brisbane ( The Kite String Tangle ) has been awarded the $25,000 Grant McLennan Fellowship for 2018.
The legendary newscaster Ron Burgundy is putting down the Scotchie Scotch Scotch for a moment and returning to the air waves with the Ron Burgundy Podcast with the team at IHeartMedia and it’s kind of a big f-ing deal.
The news that Netflix is set to reimagine and extend some of the worlds most beloved stories from the Roald Dahl Universe is set to generate some buzz.
The Lion King Trailer has taken the internet by storm the last week but just in case you haven’t seen it here’s the trailer. The trailer is the most watched trailer in Disney history with 225 million views for the first 24 hours. The film is directed by Jon Favreau and stars Donald Glover as […]
Just as we’re all trying to pull off that perfect summer body, the good people at Domino’s have kicked off their Summer menu with the launch today of Dominos Garlic Bread Crust ……..
Today our very own Stephanie Gilmore claimed an historic seventh World Surfing Title at Honolua Bay in Hawaii. Gilmore’s incredible achievement comes following remaining challenger Lakey Peterson early elimination
The 2018 World Title Race head to Maui with only Stephanie Gilmore and Lakey Peterson mathematically in contention to win the prestigious World Championship and possibly with Gilmore claiming her 7th World Title equalling Lane Beachley
Over the last 10 years, small hospitality businesses and boutique hotels around the world have used Airbnb to share their unique places and personal hospitality to the more than 400 million global travellers Earlier this year, Airbnb unveiled a roadmap for its core Homes business for the next 10 years designed to bring the transformative […]
In October, Robyn released her first album in eight years -Honey. The Swedish singer likes to do things on her own terms, deciding on her schedule and working with a wide range of artists, from successful chart-pop producer Max Martin to rap icon Snoop Dogg. From Lorde to Charli XCX, she has become a role […]
2012 World Champion Joel Parkinson (AUS) was a vision of classic power surfing today at the Hawaiian Pro and earned the event win for the second time in his professional career
In a massive boost for the local Hotel offerings, IHG has opened their first hotel globally for its new upscale hotel brand voco™.
After over a year of internet rumours and supposed “leaks” it’s been revealed that Game of Thrones will return for its final season in
We know it’s still November and most of us leave our Christmas Shopping until around the 20 – 24th of December or is that just me… But if you’re always posting positive quotes and coordinated outfits to your Instagram, we have the perfect event for you.
Victoria’s Secret introduces the highly anticipated 2018 Dream Angels Fantasy Bra designed exclusively for Victoria’s Secret by Atelier Swarovski.
A global fashion destination for 20-somethings, ASOS sells over 85,000 branded and own-brand products through localised mobile and web experiences and now Afterpay
When you’re daydreaming of kicking the 9 to 5 daily grind in search of travel and adventure, your plans can quickly come to a screeching halt when you realise you’re bank balance isn’t going to cover the cost
It’s not long now to one of the Gold Coast’s fastest growing events Shakafest kicks off, With a sensational lineup of talent hitting Broadwater Parklands. Headlined by Bliss N Eso, Last Dinosaurs, Frenzal Rhomb and Alex The Astronaut, representing all genres of music, skateboarding and surf culture alike. You will also be rocked, rolled and […]
One of Queensland’s largest business networking group, the Gold Coast Girls in Business now has their sights set on launching an iconic race day event.
So it is the season Summer is right around the corner, and with it all heating up the amazing people at W Brisbane have something very hot coming up.
With the weather heating up and the supermarkets decking the halls with Christmas ornaments we’re thrilled to say Christmas has come early, with taste-trailblazers Taco Bell confirming the rumours of its Robina restaurant
Like a cold ice-cream on a perfect summer day, Falls Festival are sprinkling a little sugar on their already sweet 2018 / 2019 line-up, scattering 100’s and 1000’s on every stop and popping a Flake into the party with new national and international drawcards galore. Joining the travelling road show at all Falls stops will be buzzing Chicago-based rapper Juice WRLD with his massive tune […]
Stop No. 10 of 11 on the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT), over Joan Duru (FRA) in a Final held in clean three-to-four foot (1 – 1.2 metre) surf at the iconic Supertubos beach break
With Spring/Summer collections swiftly making their way into stores, we sat down with one of Australia’s fashion icons Samantha Harris
Chaz Mostert scored back-to-back Saturday victories in the Gold Coast in his Supercheap Auto Falcon, this time with James Moffat as co-driver
Stop No. 10 of 11 on the Men’s World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT), will kick off tomorrow
Harbour Town has just announced the flagship food offering joining the new and exciting multi-million dollar dining precinct set to open in December.
The final day of competition witnessed Julian Wilson and Courtney Conlogue plow through a stacked field to earn their momentous wins at the 17th running of the iconic French event.
Today Virgin Australia today hosted the world’s first dedicated meditation flight with Sir Richard Branson, with Aussie wellbeing and mindfulness leader Smiling Mind.
The Quiksilver Pro France, Stop No. 9 on the World Surf League resumed today, Where Wildcard Ryan Callinan Upsets World Title Race, Eliminates Filipe Toledo
GC Fashion Week has announced a new name, a new date, a new location, and a new promise to bring an elevated international fashion show to the Gold Coast.
Stop No. 9 on the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT), continued today in ideal four-to-six foot (1.2 – 1.8 metre) conditions at Plage des Culs Nus
The Roxy Pro France, Stop No. 9 on this year’s World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT), resumed yesterday in three-to-four foot (1 – 1.2 metre) surf in the afternoon at Culs Nus
Airbnb, the world’s leading community-driven hospitality platform, today announces the roll-out of Experiences across Australia, with almost 400 Experiences already available for locals and travellers to book.
A legend’s fairy tale and Great tragedy delivered Craig Lowndes his seventh Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000, and still on track to match, or beat, his mentor Peter Brock at the Mountain.
The team that could has provided an upset at The Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 with David Reynolds backing up his win of last year in todays shootout
Jamie Whincup blasted himself into provisional pole for tomorrow Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 in an epic fight between the Supercars superpowers at Mount Panorama.
Buskers by The Creek have announced a floating bar will feature in the list of attractions at this years’ event.
Mumford & Sons are very pleased to share their latest single ‘Guiding Light’ with details of the fourth coming album Delta and a massive sixty date tour in thirteen different countries.
The World Surf League (WSL) announced that Maya Gabeira (BRA) has claimed the inaugural Women’s XXL Biggest Wave Award and a Guiness World Records title
Airbnb Reveals Which Amenities Aussie Travellers Value Most, 1 in 2 Aussie Travellers Consider Social Media When Making Holiday Booking Decisions Functionality first According to a consumer survey commissioned by Airbnb*, an overwhelming 97 percent of Australian travellers surveyed say amenities impact their travel experience. And while accommodations have the highest impact on holiday quality, […]
The next stop on our Spring Tastes Tour is La Bouche an amazing Patisserie and Bakery in Cleveland which is fast becoming a mini tourist destination of its own with locals ravings bringing people from all over to try their mouthwatering and continually emerging sweet and savoury offerings. But I hint that you go and […]
Manly Beach will once again play host to world surfing’s elite when the Vissla Sydney Surf Pro returns from the 16 – 24 March 2019.
The city is gearing up for a big weekend of racing in October with Horsepower set to meet high-end fashion and hors d’oeuvres with the 2018 Platinum Lunch
The dinosaurs are coming to Surfers Paradise these school holidays for Surfers Paradise Kids Week and Circle on Cavill is joining in the prehistoric fun
Internationally acclaimed actor and Australian native, Cate Blanchett, awarded Australian woolgrowers with the Eco Stewardship Award at this year’s Green Carpet Fashion Awards,
As hotter weather approaches and the Eastern States of Australia it’s time for Falls Sideshows and The Falls Festival Celebrations.
On the run in the year 1987, Bumblebee finds refuge in a junkyard in a small Californian beach town
Australians Rob Bain, Layne Beachley and Dave Macaulay have won the Azores Airlines World Masters Championship in historic fashion today, claiming victory in the Final bouts against Cheyne Horan
The entertainment stakes continue to rise for the 2018 Melbourne Cup Carnival, with one of the world’s biggest dance music festival brands, Ultra Australia, to join Flemington’s iconic Birdcage Enclosure.
With just a few sleeps left until thousands of music-lovers make their way to this year’s sold-out Yours & Owls Festival in Wollongong
The inaugural Rugby League Gold Coast Ladies in League Charity Fundraising Lunch has proven community spirit is alive and well, with $7258 raised for Gold Coast-based, nationwide domestic and family violence support charity, Friends With Dignity. The luncheon, which was held at the Southport Yacht Club and proudly sponsored by QTOP and Howden Saggers Lawyers, […]
Set in the 1990s, Marvel Studios’ ” Captain Marvel ” is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The tropical setting at Praia da Tiririca, Bahia can be described simply as having great waves, lots of sun, warm water, amazing food and friendly people. From October 18 – 21,
In the wake of the much-anticipated release of their second album For Ever, neo-soul gurus Jungle announce a return to Antipodean stages in April 2019. Kicking off in Auckland and winding up in Melbourne, the tour will cement the London-based outfits reputation as a seven-headed Hydra capable of producing a smooth, vivid and uniquely modern […]
Blake Griffin hosted his second annual live comedy benefit in Hollywood last night to raise money for the Team Griffin Foundation, a charity that aims to inspire young people to nurture their passions, whether that’s in athletics, academics, or the arts. In addition, he gave one up and coming comedian from Detroit a chance to […]
Virgin Australia today announced a new direct Perth-Gold Coast service which will cater to increasing demand during the peak Christmas travel period.
While most of us will step into spring with pure joy and delight, for an estimated three million Aussies hay fever can mark a period of social and professional isolation.
Tickets are now on sale for the Sanctuary Cove Car Festival, where some of Queensland’s rarest and most prized automobiles will be on show at The Marine Village on Sunday, September 30 from 9am to 3pm.
(5SOS), reveal the official music video for new single ‘Valentine’, directed by the band’s own Ashton Irwin with Andy Deluca.
Seven-time Supercars Champion Jamie Whincup has scored his fourth Sandown 500 win in one of the most dominant displays in recent history, as his team became the first to score a trifecta in the Melbourne race steeped in tradition.
The 16th annual SWELL Sculpture Festival has announced Dion Parker and Andrew Cullen as the winners of this year’s major Neumann Family SWELL Sculpture Award, taking top honours and $15,000 amongst a total prize pool of more than $25,000. The major SWELL Sculpture Award is the most coveted prize of Queensland’s largest outdoor exhibition which […]
The Black Eyed Peas and Jimmy Barnes will feature in the Virgin Australia Pre-Game Show at the 2018 Toyota AFL Grand Final.
With the weather warming up and the true colours of the coast showing, those blue skies and golden sands The Star Gold Coast is kicking off spring with a revamped foodie offering at the property.
Angus & Julia Stone · Peking Duk · Alison Wonderland The Jungle Giants · Methyl Ethel · Ocean Alley · Hockey Dad · D.D Dumbo Middle Kids · Cub Sport · Alex the Astronaut · Alice Ivy · Big White · Boy Toy · Clews Dear Seattle · Destroyer · Didirri · E^st · Fritz […]
Ralph Lauren hosts show in Manhattan’s Central Park during New York Fashion Week to celebrate its 50th Anniversary
Breathing new life into the weekly dining tradition is QT Gold Coast’s innovative Japanese restaurant and bar Yamagen with the launch of Friday Lunch by Asahi.
The finals of the West Sumbawa Pro have been run and won at Yo-Yo’s for the first ever Word Surf League (WSL)
With summer(time) just around the corner, Thirsty Merc are picking up the keys and getting ready to hit the road again, starting with headlining the 20th anniversary of the iconic Deni Ute Muster on Friday, 28 September
Kicking off on a mediocre Monday, the Sydney Opera House has today kicked off a campaign to ‘Make Wednesday Great Again’, offering Sydneysiders incredible 2 for 1 deals on shows and events
