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It’s been a tough few months for many of us, but especially our arts community with the streets going silent as our city’s sound and soul has somewhat been muted as part of the COVID-19 restrictions. But while the streets are quiet many coast loungerooms have been spending their Friday nights tuning into Benny O’Dwyer, […]
Thousands gathered virtually last week in COVID-19 style to celebrate the sixth annual Gold Coast Music Awards from their loungerooms.
Gold Coast agency 40/40 Creative have teamed up with some great businesses to kickstart #CreativeStimulus an initiative for local business by local business.
The Amazing Harajuku Gyoza Beer Stadium is reopening up its doors in Broadbeach with a new takeaway and delivery friendly menu
Meet Charlotte an oncology nurse at the Gold Coast University Hospital where she works tirelessly for her patients, changing lives on the front line and I adore her for that.
The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane is seen as the celebration of the year for all in the industry sadly the organisers had to make the call to cancel.
Avoid any Kitchen Nightmares and grab some of the best Drive-Thru on the Gold Coast at Oracle Broadbeach
This Queensland startup Ballet Time is bringing online dance lessons to the comfort of your living room, specialising in teaching our 2-6-year-olds.
Looking for something to do TONIGHT from the comfort of your own home, LIVE at the lockdown has got you covered and kicks off now.
Hey Gold Coast, it’s more important than ever to get behind each other and support local, buy local and be a good local.
The next month we will be reducing the number of digital articles we’re producing for our national audience with our community of the Gold Coast needing us at the moment,
The search is on to find the leading lady to play ‘ Sophie Sheridan ‘ in the smash-hit musical production of Mamma Mia, coming to The Star Gold Coast
HOTA has today announced that it will close from midnight this evening in response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation.
Due to the evolving situation with COVID-19 and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of all involved the World Surf League has made this decision.
We caught up with the two teams behind Black Hops Brewery and West Aussie’s Blasta Brewing as they pitted their best brews against each other in The Battle of The Brews.
This weekend gather the kids young and old and head into Broadbeach for the iconic Gold Coast Superhero Weekend taking over the city this weekend.
Gold Coast it’s our turn to protect paradise from marine pollution. looking for volunteers to help clean up our beaches, taking place at Snapper Rocks.
Celebrating Eva Milic is easy and it has nothing to do with her illustrious journalism career. It’s about the way she keeps it all real
W Brisbane is upping Brisbane’s Brunch game with a take on brunch, now you can ‘ Go Brunch Yourself ‘ which we think is the only way to spend a Sunday.
Australia the world’s fastest-growing country market, and Groundwater is testament to this. As one of Australia’s most loved country music festivals.
The hugely successful global sensation Mamma Mia will be heading to the Gold Coast for a three week season of July 4 to July 26.
The people at Trattoria Amici are bringing back their much loved Long Lunch Series for 2020 and we couldn’t be more excited
W Brisbane is rounding out summer in an exclusive, making a splash and transforming its famous WET deck into a floating cinema
The Gold Coast Music Awards will be held on Surfers Paradise Beach on the 30th of April with Paces, Tijuana Cartel and Felicity Lawless to perform live.
Aaron Kelly of Marcus Beach in Queensland has gone back to back on the Gold Coast and take out the Red Bull Airborne Qualifier for the second year in a row.
Red Bull’s aerial-based surfing competition is giving Queensland locals a chance to compete amongst the top aerial surfers in the world, with a spot open.
HOTA is on the hunt for local artists as part of their Creative Development program which supports emerging and established local artists.
Today, local legend and all-around good bloke FISHER is launching his first-ever Australian Beach Tour which is kicking off in March
Tane is set to boast a stylish tribal theme and reportedly a sanctuary for those seeking an authentic high-energy atmosphere when it launches in early march
If we’re not careful, we’ll grow to believe a false kind of perfection but sometimes we meet people just being people and thats refreshing and Lexie.
We’re once again gearing up for the loudest and most rocking weekend on the sand of the Gold Coast with Surfers Paradise Live, announcing rock legends Spiderbait, Jon Stevens and The Angels
This is Bruce, a firefighter for the past 32 years. We asked him for his thoughts…”It’s tough right now. These fires are bad and the public is able to see it
Their progressive take on family recipes from Vietnam celebrating traditional flavours while bringing them into the modern-day,
Local legend Revie Schulz has smashed her fundraising target and challenge completing 1000 lunges with her hubby on Burleigh Beach raising funds for WIRES
The stage is set and the countdown on until the World Surf League Championship Tour gets underway for 2020 right here on the Gold Coast.
We catch up with Dwayne Martens the founder of Amazonia Australia’s number one organic superfood brand, started from discoveries to better his own health
The fact I have not heard about Wendy and her fast-growing charity Animal Therapies bewilders me. Why do we know so little about each other in this city?
Australia’s favourite party wave The Drop Festival is back for a third turn around the country, with an expanded run of dates and even an international leg.
The industrial doors of Queensland’s newest nightclub are set to swing open in early December, hyped as a refuge for errant psyches and wayward types
Homebodii that has fans across the globe is returning to where it all began. Launching their first store right here on the Gold Coast
Festival X promoters have sent out the bat signal to affected punters and offered a discount to SandTunes ticket holders to rescue their summer music plans
Beto Perez and Zumba are headed to the Gold Coast to celebrate 10 years of Zumba in Australia with a special masterclass.
Timezone Surfers Paradise has been a must-visit destination for over 40 years in its various forms, for locals and visitors from all corners of the globe
It’s the most anticipated racing season of the year, an unmissable lineup of racing and event packages, highlight the glitz and glamour set for Aquis Park
Gold Coast local Mitch Parkinson made it to the final with clutch performances all event, posting perfect and excellent scores in the final minutes of his heats to progress to the next round
Circle on Cavill will roll out the red carpet for the world’s greatest superheroes and their biggest fans – when the 2019 Surfers Paradise Kids Week explodes to life.
To celebrate The Food Store at Hilton Surfers Paradise are giving away FREE Coffees to the first 100 customers who bring in their reusable coffee cup.
The weather is warming up and Fridays are getting longer and longer, but that hero of a thirst quencher The Beer Incider Experience is back… froth fest.
There are so many beautiful things to admire in life but today ‘art’ made the list. Gutsy, weeping, colourful, complicated, tender, inspiring, soulful art. Sometimes I just need to stop and stare and be grateful for this curious world that inches me closer to myself, as long as I am paying attention. It was @mintarthouse that I […]
With Spring in the air and summer(time) just around the corner, Thirsty Merc is celebrating with a live album and run of shows kicking in October.
The Twilight Table is returning for its second year to Oracle Boulevard on Sunday a foodie adventure of seasonal food and wine in an enchanting setting.
An Australian household name, with a blistering and iconic sound that is so uniquely his, Defining and highlighting many facets of Australian culture through his career and music.
Earlier this year we set off for a staycation at Couran Cove Island Resort located on South Stradbroke Island, with the sole purpose of being on island time
Andy King a pop culture icon following the Netflix documentary ‘Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened’ and he’s headed to BIGSOUND
Gold Coast favourite and all-around legend Casey Barnes has taken out the Groundwater Country Music Festival’s Inaugural People’s Choice Award.
The people at Vapiano Australia have launched a Drink Pink Wednesday in all of their seven restaurants across the nation, teaming up with charity Share The Dignity.
We’re a city famous for long lunches and celebrations of all kinds, Sunday’s are making a comeback this July with Crafty’s heralding the return.
Pop icon and Aussie treasure Kate Miller-Heidke has set the stage for her national tour, a series of high profile concert dates this September and October.
Within the four walls of Brisbane’s new Fortitude Music Hall, lies The Outpost. Brisbane’s newest venue has a capacity of 300 and boasts an impressive artistic and venue options. The Outpost’s legacy stems from Brisbane’s famous dive bar of the same name that was an integral part of the vibrant underworld that made the city […]
The people at Sanctuary Cove are rolling out the red carpet for lovers of quality food, wine, beer and music with an all-new festival
This Friday during VIVA Surfers Paradise there will be the ultimate movie night to kick-start a weekend of festivities in the city,
This morning at Kirra Beach the World Surf League’s best joined members of the ocean community at the Australian instalment of a worldwide paddle out
Victoria’s Secret the iconic brand has landed at Harbour Town and is the first store in Queensland and only second in the country to sell their iconic
Wicked Gold Coast’s cast has landed on the coast kicking off rehearsals for the highly anticipated production taking to HOTA’s stage from June 25 to July 6.
Subway Beach Road, Surfers Paradise is today celebrating a fresh new look with a great promotion buy one get one free offer.
Aussie born Broadway star Kaye Tuckerman has been announced as the newest start to join the musical sensation Wicked, flying into the Gold Coast in June.
Billly Stairmand and Kirra Belle-Olsson have won the 2019 Gold Coast Open yesterday, in 2-3ft waves at Burleigh Point. Crowds swarmed to Burleigh Hill
Some of the world’s top surfers have converged on the Gold Coast ahead of the 2019 Gold Coast Open presented by Flight Centre which is set to kick off tomorrow, and will see surfers from all over the globe battling it out head-to-head for valuable World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series (QS) points. The event […]
Wayne resides on the Gold Coast, and his current venture sees him as a significant stakeholder in the music festival “The Drop Festival”, which is the
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Positioned in the heart of South Bank, the hotel is a stone’s throw away from the Cultural Forecourt, Queensland Art Gallery of Modern Art, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Museum and Streets Beach – perfect for visitors looking to experience the cultural and culinary mecca that Brisbane’s south side has become. We arrived and checked […]
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.
The stage is set for the upcoming opening event of the 2019 Women’s Championship Tour on the Gold Coast, Where history will be made as the first ever championship tour event to
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,
The World Surf League has announced a renewal of their partnership with Quiksilver as the Title Sponsor of the opening event of the men’s WSL .
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 […]
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 […]
Electronic artist and producer Danny Harley of Brisbane ( The Kite String Tangle ) has been awarded the $25,000 Grant McLennan Fellowship for 2018.
In a massive boost for the local Hotel offerings, IHG has opened their first hotel globally for its new upscale hotel brand voco™.
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.
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 […]
Queensland’s youth music industry event is back the return of Little BIGSOUND as they roll out a massive program for 2018.
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.
Cutting into the scene and making a name for herself on the Australian touring circuit in the late 2000s, Mojo Ruiz de Luzuriaga, aka Mojo Juju
You may have thought the Zombie apocalypse was over and done with and the mobile phones won, However we have just received a warning that the heard of Zombies are headed for the streets of Surfers Paradise this weekend.
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
With Spring/Summer collections swiftly making their way into stores, we sat down with one of Australia’s fashion icons Samantha Harris
Harbour Town has just announced the flagship food offering joining the new and exciting multi-million dollar dining precinct set to open in December.
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.
Buskers by The Creek have announced a floating bar will feature in the list of attractions at this years’ event.
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
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
We’ve once again set out on one of our food find adventures with some of our readers to discover South East Queensland’s best spots and this months title says it all No Rhyme or Reason Just Food.
The countdown is on until The Star’s luxe rooftop destination, Nineteen at The Star opens its doors. With preparations well underway for the upcoming launch event this Friday, the red carpet is being rolled out, with whispers of the venue attracting foodies and food lovers alike, superstars and the social set from across the country. […]
