Bachy star’s plea for elderly pensioner evicted from rental
A former reality TV star is among thousands nationwide rallying behind an elderly Gold Coast pensioner evicted from his rental as the city’s property crisis explodes.
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Council seizes dogs after woman savagely attacked
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‘Kick in the teeth’: How much new beer tax could cost punters
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Push to overhaul lagoon safety after Christmas Eve tragedy
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Photos: The Cavill Hotel Oz Day festivities
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Fate of famed BBQ joint revealed
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Missing teen found, but cops still searching for second girl
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Man seriously injured after being crushed by boats
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Lanes open, traffic moving after earlier M1 crash
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