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Luke Mortimer is the editor of News Corp’s northern NSW team. He has covered a wide range of topics including crime, court, business, politics and community news during his time as a journalist. He has worked in Queensland and NSW since joining the industry in 2012.

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Looming cloud formation captured in amazing photos

Talented photographers have captured incredible images of unusual clouds over the Gold Coast as parts of the city were smashed by hail. SEE THE IMAGES

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John Cunningham, 57, believed to be from the north of England, was struck by a ute outside the Harbour Town shopping centre on Wednesday in a tragedy witnessed by horrified family

24 hours in the country and gone: Tributes for tourist killed in ‘heartbreaking’ accident

A British tourist killed in a freak accident in front of horrified family members outside a busy Gold Coast shopping centre had only touched down in the country the day before, it can be revealed.

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‘I love you, 21 forever’: Sister’s heartfelt tribute after tragic explosion

The identity of a young man tragically killed in a horrific workplace explosion on the Gold Coast has been revealed, with his sister posting an emotional tribute to her brother. LATEST

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The scene at Gold Coast Isuzu in Helensvale where an apparent explosion has injured 3 workers on site. Pics Adam Head

Workplace explosion leaves one critical, three more hurt

One man is critical with severe burns, and at least three others are hurt following a workplace explosion on the Gold Coast.

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$Currumbin Wildlife Hospital vet nurse Natasha Graham with Olivia-Rose, 18-months-old, who was hit by a vehicle. She required surgery after suffering a fractured femur and internal trauma. Olivia-Rose was in intensive care after the incident. Picture: Currumbin Wildlife Hospital$

Dogs, traffic turn Coast into koala kill zone

A Gold Coast expert has called on the community to help save endangered koalas as they continue to be run down on roads or mauled by dogs at a rapid rate – “the time to act is now”.

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Cain Wayne Kevin Pharr, 33, appeared in Southport Magistrates Court on Thursday. Picture: Jessica Paul

Man arrested at scene of ‘police hit-and-run’ faces court

A man allegedly connected to the stolen car that struck down a police officer outside a northern Gold Coast ‘hotel has faced court for the first time.

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Bus stops along Scarborough St, Southport. Picture: Jerad Williams

Why it’s tough to rely on a bus on the Gold Coast

Dozens of people have signed up as new bus drivers, but the company behind the crucial public transport network is being forced to axe trips. Here’s what’s happening.

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