Southport councillor Brooke Patterson has been told she must make a public apology and undergo training after complaints by City staffers after a debate in which she robustly defended her position. FULL STORY
Up to 250 view tax protesters were locked out after arriving at the Gold Coast City Council chambers during a meeting of councillors.
The Gold Coast is facing a monster black hole in its budget due to a State waste levy, forcing councillors to introduce rubbish tip gate fees or increase rate notice charges. FIND OUT MORE
A “cluster” of houses on a Gold Coast street are being targeted by the Council as part of a property buyback scheme. FIND OUT WHY
Council is planning major restrictions on parking during weekdays on the tram corridor from Mermaid Beach to Burleigh. Here’s everything you need to know.
After a private beach inspection with engineers on Tuesday, Mayor Tom Tate has given the biggest sign yet that the Oceanway will be completed. Full details.
The Gold Coast City Council will sell a giant block of land – more than 85 years after its named owner’s death – for a surprising reason. THE BIZARRE DETAILS
Developers who do not move to break ground on their projects will lose their approvals under a proposal being discussed to end land banking. FIND OUT HOW
Council hired an independent consultant who polled residents across the Gold Coast about their priorities. This is what they discovered – including a surprising tram stat from the south.
The owner of one of the city’s few queer and gay friendly venues is questioning why council repeatedly knocks back his trading hours push. FULL STORY
Seven councils will receive extra state funding to manage problem flying-fox roosts, as complaints from residents escalate about the bats’ noise, overpowering stench, and increased health hazards.
A Mermaid resident has accused Gold Coast City Council of “putting their heads in the sand” when it comes to public safety along the city’s rich-lister street. SEE THE WILD FOOTAGE
A council bigwig has said every ratepayer would be paying hundreds more on bills were it not for actions taken by the City. WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE PAID
Premier David Crisafulli is promising the southern Gold Coast will get a Burleigh-airport public transport solution it can “embrace, use and cherish” as electric buses emerge as an option. Read what he said.
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