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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
Carissa Moore and Gabriel Medina have won the inaugural Surf Ranch Pro presented by Hurley, Stop No. 8 on the World Surf League Championship Tour
The Surf Ranch Pro determined its eight male finalists and four female finalists today after the conclusion of the Qualifying Round,
The Surf Ranch Pro presented by Hurley fired back into action with the top-ranked surfers completing their first runs at Stop No. 8 on the World Surf League
One of the Gold Coast’s most exciting dining experiences has a brand new name. CHOP CHOP precinct having earned a reputation for creating an authentic laneway experience. When completely fitted out, CHOP CHOP Surfers Paradise will be home to 28 street food vendors with the facades of the shops mimicking an Asian hawkers marketplace. Here, […]
The inaugural Surf Ranch Pro presented by Hurley commenced today in Lemoore, California with the world’s best surfers taking on inland California’s man-made wave, the Surf Ranch. Surfing in a format new to the Champion Tour (CT), eighteen men and ten women tested the leaderboard structure today at Stop No. 8 on the World Surf […]
The inaugural Surf Ranch Pro presented by Hurley gets underway today in Lemoore, California. The world’s best surfers will compete at Stop No. 8 on the World Surf League (WSL) Men’s and Women’s Championship
In his almost 20-year career, Jim has delivered seven monumental comedy specials and is one of the biggest ticket?selling stand?up comedians on the planet – his 2016 dates sold over 50,000 tickets across nine cities in Australia alone. Now, The Jim Jefferies Show anchor is bringing his latest live stand up – The Night Talker […]
WSL today announced that it will award equal prize money to male and female athletes becoming the first and only US based global sports league, and among
The Fortitude Music Hall. Set to become Brisbane’s premier live music destination; the 3,300 capacity venue will also include a mixed retail and special events space.
Winter is officially over the birds are chirping, the sun is shining well at least the Magpies are swooping on time, We’re out defrosting and celebrating the finer things and today we’re bringing you the Tastes of Spring Food Find edition.We’ve once again set out on one of our adventures taking off with some of […]
Coco Ho (HAW) and Weslley Dantas (BRA) have won the Pull&Bear Pantin Classic Galicia Pro in the Final bouts against Sage Erickson (USA) and Carlos Munoz (CRI) held in pumping four-to-six foot surf in Pantin. Stop No. 10 of 12 on the 2018 World Surf League (WSL) European Qualifying Series (QS), the Pull&Bear Pantin Classic […]
Australian surfers Liam O’Brien and Vittoria Farmer have taken out the inaugural Simeulue Pro held on the paradise island in Aceh Province, Indonesia. For Farmer, it was her second QS win in a week while O’Brien found his second victory in under a year. The final day was blessed with super clean and extremely high […]
Circle on Cavill have announced construction has commenced on the creation of their newest tenant, the highly anticipated bar and restaurant White Rhino, set to open this October. The $3+ million, two-level bar and restaurant is currently being built in the prime site located within Circle on Cavill and will eventually have capacity to hold […]
Today marks the release of Melbourne artist Mojo Juju’s highly anticipated and incredibly personal third studio album Native Tongue out via ABC Music / UMA. Garnering rave reviews for her brutally honest title track ‘Native Tongue’, and amassing new fans along the way, Mojo’s star is on the rise with NATIVE TONGUE picking up feature […]
In Celebration of International Bacon Day (arguably the most celebrated day of the year) Today with the help from the people at Menulog we’ve sourced the most drool-worthy bacon dishes you can have delivered to your door to satisfy that bacon-y craving. We’re sure it’s no coincidence that International Bacon Day falls on the same weekend […]
Restaurateur Jonathan Barthelmess (The Apollo Sydney/ Tokyo and Cho Cho San) is bringing his contemporary interpretation of the Greek taverna to the north, with the opening of GRECA in Brisbane later this year. Located beneath the Story Bridge, inside the revitalised, heritage listed Howard Smith Wharves – GRECA will share Barthelmess’s philosophy of uncomplicated food, […]
With Summer on the horizon and temperatures set to sizzle, W Brisbane will take pool parties to new heights with the launch of their Summer Crush Pool Parties. Held monthly at W Brisbane’s Level Four rooftop WET® Deck, the first event on 29 September – ‘Fire Starter’ will coincide with Brisbane’s coveted Riverfire event. With […]
“You know it’s blazin’ up in my kitchen. I’m takin’ the cookbook game higher with a dipped and whipped collection of my favorite recipes, ya dig?” says Snoop Dogg. Organized by meals and occasions, the recipes will range from OG staples like Baked Mac & Cheese, Chicken and Waffles, and Baby Back Ribs to upper echelon fare […]
Seven-time Supercars Champion Jamie Whincup has set the scene for a Championship fightback in a 1-2 finish with new Championship leader Shane van Gisbergen in the OTR SuperSprint at Tailem Bend in South Australia. Whincup blasted away the field with an 11 second win from Van Gisbergen and a man of the match effort by […]
Today it has been announced that the legendary European festival, Snowboxx, will host one week of world-class acts, incredible slopeside parties and so much more in the best ski area in the Southern Hemisphere. Hitting Queenstown in winter 2019, the experience will see some of the world’s best-loved music artists take to the piste as […]
With sophomore record Awake continuing to evolve into the game changer she had always threatened to unleash, Sydney singer / songwriter / producer / DJ quad-slashie Alison Wonderland
POOCHES and their parents are invited to spend the day at The Marine Village as the precinct hosts its annual Paws and Pizzazz celebration on Sunday, September 9 from 9am to 2pm. The pet-friendly event is dedicated to four-legged fun with a host of entertaining and educational activities lined up to ensure families and their […]
Gabriel Medina (BRA) claimed victory today at the Tahiti Pro Teahupo’o, Stop No. 7 on the World Surf League (WSL) Men’s Championship Tour (CT). An exciting Finals Day witnessed Medina take his first win of the 2018 season in clean three-to-five foot (1 – 1.5 metre) waves at the famed South Pacific reef pass. Medina, […]
Josh Kerr (AUS) has taken out the 2018 Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy in a thrilling Final Day of action in pumping surf at Sultans. Kerr won two of the three divisions to set up a Grand Finale matchup with Alejo Muniz (BRA). Day 3 of competition saw the best conditions of the event […]
Twelve of Australia’s best junior female surfers have wrapped up three days to remember in the 2018 Layne Beachley Camp at the Surfing Australia High Performance Centre (HPC) as part of the Localsearch Talent ID Program. The group has benefited from judged surf sessions, jet ski assisted surf sessions, video review sessions, a breath enhancement […]
Corona SunSets Festival is returning to Australia this summer! Launching seaside on the shores of Wollongong’s beautiful North Beach, the festival is set to showcase a wave of incredible music, food, arts, market stalls, eco workshops and more on Saturday 1 December 2018. Corona SunSets has brought the heat to stages around the world, from […]
Strange as it seems that an animal could be an introduced species in its native country, everyone’s favourite furry friends The Wombats (from Liverpool, England) may indeed have to start filling out permanent migration papers as they line up yet another round of Down Under dates. In addition to some already announced November shows which […]
With today marking Day One of the 2018 Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy, competitors for this year’s event have arrived at the sublime island paradise of Four Seasons Kuda Huraa. With a great looking forecast for the perfect right-handers of Sultans, the race is on to see who will take out this year instalment […]
Showing a whole other side to his artistic brilliance, Andrew Rayel teams up with super producer Garibay for this new, steamy and pop-scented single. With Jake Torrey on vocals and a flurry of laidback grooves and catchy guitar plucks to boot, ‘Last Summer’ is bound to be the best one yet! Listen to the Track […]
Return to Rio has announced another 55 artists set to shine as part of the ‘Ultimate Weekend Away’ thisNovember 9-11. Local legends, Black Angus, Murat Kilic, Robbie Lowe, Tristan Case, Kali, Andy Ef, Start Cue, Nick Law and festival founder Ricky Cooper are just some of the names set to join the topnotch bill of […]
[edgtf_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]S[/edgtf_dropcaps]et in a world somewhat like our world, in a time quite similar to our time, MANIAC tells the stories of Annie Landsberg (Emma Stone) and Owen Milgrim (Jonah Hill), two strangers drawn to the late stages of a mysterious pharmaceutical trial, each for their own reasons. Annie’s disaffected and aimless, fixated […]
Hometown heroes Courtney Conlogue (USA) and Kanoa Igarashi (JPN) won the 2018 Vans US Open of Surfing presented by Swatch in the World Surf League (WSL) Women’s Championship Tour (CT) and Men’s Qualifying Series (QS) divisions, respectively. Conlogue’s dream of winning the esteemed US Open title as a CT contender was realized after taking down current Jeep Rankings Leader Stephanie Gilmore (AUS) in […]
The golden sands of Currumbin Beach on the Gold Coast will again transform into an impressive collection of specially curated one-off works of art for the 16th annual SWELL Sculpture Festival. Held from September 14 to 23, the celebrated family-friendly exhibition will showcase the works of local, national and international artists in a truly unique […]
Shane van Gisbergen has won the battle of the Kiwis in the fight of the century in Sydney. The first Supercars race under lights in Sydney in 22 years did not disappoint with Van Gisbergen pouncing on a late safety car and then his arch rival Scott McLaughlin to make history. He claimed the first […]
5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS) will give Sydney fans a rare opportunity to shop exclusive merchandise items in their Sydney pop up store, next Thursday August 9. The store will be open for one day only, coinciding with the band’s arrival in Sydney and the first show of their Meet You There Tour, at Hordern […]
The 2018 Vans US Open of Surfing presented by Swatch got back underway with an exciting, inaugural Women’s Duct Invitational event and heavyweight Round 3 Men’s Qualifying Series (QS) matchups before the first two heats of Round 4 were contested. Big names stumbled on the men’s front as QS newcomers continue making a name for […]
Mashd N Kutcher return with a modern reinterpretation of the Journey classic: ‘Don’t Stop Believin’!