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Virgin launches direct Gold Coast to Bali flights… Surfs Up

Virgin Australia has just announced that early next year, they will become the first Aussie carrier to offer direct flights to Bali from the Gold Coast

Cali Beach Club rebrands into a winter wonderland called The Rooftop Lodge

This winter the Gold Coast’s favourite outdoor party destination Cali Beach Club is undergoing a transformation to become The Rooftop Lodge

Best places to watch Tonight’s State of Origin

We’ve put together a last-minute list of the places to settle in and watch Game one of the State Of Origin tonight, kicking off at 8:10 pm

Johanne Defay and Jack Robinson are victorious at G-Land

The sixth stop on the WSL Tour saw Jack Robinson and Johanne Defay claim victory after a week of holding periods and wating

Virgin Voyages set to call Australia home with their Resilient Lady

Virgin Voyages, Richard Branson’s award-winning cruise line, has been sailing the high seas once again post-pandemic and is now setting its sights on Australia

The Langham Gold Coast announces their luxurious opening

The Gold Coast is set to welcome a new luxury hotel as the globally renowned brand announces its much-anticipated opening for The Langham Gold Coast and Jewel Residences.

Mercedes takes clean sweep at Bathurst 12 Hour

The all Mercedes 1-2-3 marked the first time in the event’s GT3 era that a single brand swept the overall podium and Mercedes’ first Bathurst 12 Hour win since 2013.

Caitlin Simmers and Callum Robson take out Gold Coast Pro

This week Caitlin simmers and Callum Robson beat some of the worlds best in big swell at Snapper Rocks to claim the Gold Coast Pro the first stop of the WSL Challenger Series

Joel Parkinson inducted into the Surfing Hall of Fame

Following on from good mate Mick Fanning the next name up on the Australian Surfing Hall of Fame is set to be the one and only Joel Parkinson.

Isoletto Pool Club opens its doors at The Star Gold Coast

This week The Star Gold Coast launched its luxury leisure deck and events space that is certainly going to become a must-stay for tourists and locals. Offering a stunning yet casual poolside dining experience, Isoletto Pool Club is an exclusive guest oasis with island-inspired cocktails served poolside in the Queensland sunshine with views of the […]

Pacific Airshow Gold Coast set to take to our skies in 2023

This morning major events Queensland and Code Four organisers announced that the Gold Coast, in a five-year deal, will be bringing the iconic US air show down under

Bells Beach Returns, who will be the next to ring that bell

For the first time since 2019, the world’s best have touched down in Victoria for the longest-running surfing event, The Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach.

Mick Fanning awarded Wildcard for Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach

Three time World Champion Mick Fanning is making a return to the Championship Tour with a wildcard awarded for the upcoming Bells Beach event.

Shane Van Gisbergen completes clean sweep in Tasmania

In a continuing purple patch, Shane van Gisbergen has completed a clean sweep at Ned Whisky Tasmania SuperSprint and takes the championship lead.

Qantas launches stunning “ I Still Call Australia Home” Campaign.

Qantas has just unveiled a star-studded new version of the iconic I Still Call Australia Home advertisement to reintroduce Australia to the world.

Chaz Mostert out to maintain Championship lead in Tasmania

Championship leader Chaz Mostert is sporting some new shiny orange numbers and hopes to maintain the lead leaving Tasmania.

Dimity Stoyle and Kyuss King claim victory at Tweed Coast Pro

Yesterday the Oakberry Tweed Coast Pro drew to a close in two to three-foot surf at Cabarita, with Dimity Stoyle and Kyuss King claiming victory.

Professional Surfing returns to Burleigh with the Gold Coast Open

The iconic Burleigh Heads break will again play host to one of surfing’s most anticipated events, the Gold Coast open, which returns April 30.

Oakberry Acai renews relationship with the World Surf League

Oakberry Acai is set to continue its relationship with professional surfing until 2023, with an expanded agreement between the organisations.

Gen 3 Camaro gets a new look before touching down in Tasmania

The new-look livery for the Gen 3 Camaro was unveiled in a testing session earlier this week at Queensland raceway, before touching down in Tasmania

Step back into the 1920’s Glitz at The Pink Flamingo

This immersive experience could only come from one place and awaits anyone who steps into The Pink Flamingo to see their new stage production Glitz.

Priscilla Queen of the Desert is coming to The Star

Gold Coast theatre production company Matt Ward Entertainment is bringing much-loved musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert to the Gold Coast this July.

GC Laughs Festival set for biggest year yet

The fourth annual GC Laughs Festival kicks off this weekend at Home of the Arts; the week-long lineup is made up of 30 star-studded shows and is set to be the biggest year yet

Your last chance to visit Kurrawa Beach Club

After a summer of good times and great memories, it’s your last chance to visit the Kurrawa Beach Club this weekend before it closes its doors.

Griffin Colapinto and Tatiana Weston-Webb claim victory in Portugal

The third stop of the World Surf League has wrapped with Griffin Colapinto and Tatiana Weston-Webb claiming victory in three to four-foot surf at Supertubos.

Chaz Mostert wins in epic fashion and takes championship lead

Chaz Mostert has claimed victory and the Repco Supercars Championship lead in the process, in wet conditions at Sydney Motorsport Park.

Brodie Kostecki claims his first pole in Sydney

Last year a confident rookie and this year a formidable competitor, Brodie Kostecki has claimed his first pole position today in Sydney.

The 2022 Supercars season gets underway in Sydney

The Supercars championship has kicked off for 2022 in ever-changing conditions at Sydney Motorsport Park.

Testing complete ahead of 2022 Supercars season opener

Pre-season testing for the 2022 Supercars season has concluded, with southern teams undertaking the shakedown at Winton in northern Victoria

Brisa Hennessy and Barron Mamiya claim maiden victories at Sunset

The rookies dominated, with Brisa Hennesy and Barron Mamiya taking their first victories and becoming world number one in the process

First look at the trailer for Baz Luhrmann’s ELVIS

Elvis, the film from Oscar-nominated visionary Baz Luhrmann, has undoubtedly been the talk of the Gold Coast for some years now,

How To Settle Into Life In Singapore: A Guide For Aussie Expats

Leaving Australia and taking an eight-hour plane to go and live in Singapore is a big life decision. At first, you may find yourself missing your usual way of life and related home comforts, but soon enough, you can discover the fantastic, sumptuous food Singapore has to offer. Fortunately, many people will be in your […]

Wildcard Moana Jones Wong dominates Pipeline

Surfing history was made again for the second day in a row when Moana Jones Wong paddled out against Carissa Moore in an all Hawaiian final

Kelly Slater takes another pipeline victory 30 years after his first

The G.O.A.T of professional surfing Kelly Slater has once again claimed victory at the iconic Pipeline, thirty years after his first victory.

Michael Lambie sets his sights on the Gold Coast with Rubi Red

One of the countries most awarded Chefs, Michael Lambie, has set his sights on the Gold Coast with his new venue Rubi Red Kitchen & Bar

Supercars tests new tyres at Queensland Raceway in heatwave conditions

Drivers spent time behind the wheel of the new Gen 3 Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro, with temperatures approaching forty plus on track

Stephanie Gilmore expected to withdraw from Pipeline after contracting COVID

Earlier this week, the seven-time champ was sent into isolation under the World Surf League’s COVID protocols after a positive result and was expected to be cleared to compete tomorrow.

The 2022 WSL Championship is underway at Pipeline

This morning the WSL Championship has kicked off at the iconic Pipeline break with competition called ON at 8 am

Spend your Sunday poolside sipping Veuve Clicquot at W Brisbane

W Brisbane and Veuve Clicquot have glammed up your Sundays, taking over the hotel’s famed WET Deck for the perfect summers afternoon

Newcastle Supercars event postponed and new season opener announced

The opening event of the 2022 Repco Supercars Championship in Newcastle has been postponed to later in the year due to the current concerns