How council will restore beaches by Easter
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate has revealed more details about council’s plan to restore key Gold Coast beaches on time for the school holidays, after earlier taking a helicopter flight to survey damage.
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Cyclone’s swing at Putt Putt: Mermaid’s big yellow ball on move
Mermaid’s iconic big yellow ball has been craned out and lifted to safety after ex-tropical cyclone Alfred swung a bogey the mini golf course’s way. FULL STORY
Burger chain moving in to high-profile Burleigh corner
Rumours a McDonald’s would set up shop at an “iconic” Burleigh Heads corner site have been dashed, with a different national burger chain signing up instead. Find out who
‘Where the bloody hell are you?’: Popular business owner grills Tate
A prominent Surfers Paradise hospitality operator has unleashed her frustration at Mayor Tom Tate for being absent from the city when ex-tropical cyclone Alfred hit the Gold Coast. SEE THE VIDEO
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‘It’s life imperative’: Why police plea more important than ever
Gold Coast police have issued an impassioned plea ahead of the school holidays and festive season. Read why this year is so concerning.
Revealed: ‘Multiple retailers’ have hidden rooms of illicit products
A sweep of the Gold Coast has revealed secret rooms inside some retailers containing caches of illicit inventory. Here’s what authorities have found inside.
What Coasters say about call to ditch famous ‘Glitter Strip’ name
The chair of a council entity Brand GC wants to ditch the ‘Glitter Strip’ catchcry. But some Gold Coasters love it and say it signifies what’s magnificent about the place. VOTE IN OUR POLL
What caused smoke emergency at Gold Coast unit tower
Thick smoke inside a Surfers Paradise unit tower has triggered a fire alarm and forced residents to evacuate. Read the latest.
Operation Mistletoe
Gold Coast Assistant District Officer, Superintendent Brett Jackson speaks on the start of Operation Mistletoe, a road safety blitz over the…
Country club stoush, supercar fire sale and a fall from grace
Five years ago, Scott Hookey was on top of the world, with a collection of expensive supercars, beautiful homes, membership at an exclusive country club and a commercial property portfolio churning out low-effort cash. Now it’s all gone.
Why accused bank robber will spend Christmas behind bars
The man accused of holding up a bank in Coolangatta has applied for bail – but had little sympathy from a Magistrate. Read the latest from court
Broncos star Payne Haas welcomes second child
Broncos prop Payne Haas has announced the early arrival of his second child.
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