Why most people don’t have a problem with this act
An act that turned a Gold Coast lagoon more than a little blue has revealed a surprising truth about what people find acceptable.
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‘Not the guy you see today’: Inspiring story behind local film
Born with cerebral palsy Damian McCoy knows what it’s like to be told he would never achieve his goals. Now he’s a force to be reckoned with at Gold Coast Film Festival.
‘I was p*ssed off’: Remarkable backstory behind blockbuster success
She’s a best-selling writer, with a book that was turned into a hit series starring Sigourney Weaver. But getting there was no easy feat for Gold Coast author Holly Ringland. This is the story behind the stories.
WATCH: Indoor waterfall drowns $400m Star development
A destructive leak in a sprinkler system has created a horrifying indoor waterfall in a near-complete $400m hotel and residential tower at the Star Gold Coast. WATCH THE VIDEO
‘Never experienced anything like it’: Monk’s Bangkok quake scare
Gold Coast’s Sophie Monk has recounted her terrifying moment as a powerful and devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Bangkok while she was in a highrise in the Thailand capital.
Shock move in disgraced lawyer’s bankruptcy
A disgraced Gold Coast lawyer, who spent years trying to avoid his debts to an elderly man before being bankrupted in a landmark Federal Court case, is having another crack at getting his way. Read his next move
‘Taste of Europe’: New child-friendly cafe opens on Gold Coast
A new cafe designed for mums, dads and bubs is serving up homemade brownies and fresh burek on the Gold Coast.
‘Top eight contenders’: Titans romp home against Roosters
The Gold Coast Titans have crowed in Sydney, taking down the Roosters for the first time in seven years in an Allianz Stadium stunner. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
In Pictures: Gold Coast Bulletin’s 140th birthday
A who’s who of the city flocked to the Gold Coast Bulletin’s Southport headquarters on Friday to celebrate the masthead’s epic 140th birthday milestone. See the gallery
Today’s death notices
The deaths of Kenneth Eric Westaway, Oonah Vine and Deborah Renee “Debbie” Kane have been announced in the The Gold Coast Bulletin’s My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.
Funerals this week
Funerals for Daphne Marian Marlton, Helene Mary (Helen) Mitchell and Armanda Angela “Manda” Moro will be held in on the Gold Coast this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
Here’s what you can expect with today’s Gold Coast weather
As we move into autumn what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Gold Coast weather
As we move into autumn what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
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VOTE NOW: Best prep teacher on the Gold Coast
We are on the hunt to find the Gold Coast’s best prep teacher, so we are calling out to all parents and fellow teachers to vote for their favourite. CHECK OUT THE FINALISTS
‘Cling to hope’: Heartbreak as search for missing cop suspended
A massive search for missing Queensland cop Jay Notaro near Byron Bay has been suspended with no trace of the respected and popular officer.
Gelato-guzzling cyclone looter also bashed a Coles staffer: Court
A Gold Coast man who smashed his way into an Italian restaurant during the recent cyclone event also bashed a Coles loss prevention officer, a court has heard during his sentence.
Flood warning issued for parts of Gold Coast
A flood warning has been issued for the Gold Coast as heavy rainfall continues to batter parts of the city.
What next for Gold Coast’s central park
Greenheart has been the forgotten player in the Olympics. All of the focus is on the Gold Coast Arena and Hockey. What will happen with our New York-style Central Park? READ THE PLANS
GC at Large: Spiegeltent International presents La Clique
Guests say the La Clique presented by Spiegeltent International at HOTA was the perfect mix of circus, cabaret and comedy. Check out the photos from Gold Coast at Large
Light rail workers sacked over misconduct allegations
Gold Coast light rail bosses have sacked several employees and a multimillion-dollar contract held by a firm controlled by two former Wallabies stars is in limbo
Five match points saved: Zany Tomic comeback from the brink
Bernard Tomic is shaking off his reputation for giving up in tennis matches after saving a remarkable five match points in a row to win after being down 1-6 in a final tiebreaker.
Body found next to Gold Coast school
A person has died after being found unconscious on the border of Coomera Anglican College on Friday morning.
New psychiatric report commissioned in schoolgirl murder case
A second psychiatric report into the state of mind of Yingying Xu, who allegedly murdered daughter Sophie Wang has been ordered amid uncertainty on whether it will be heard in criminal court.
Schapelle Corby’s half-brother charged with refusing police warrant
The Burleigh Heads man, who these days earns a crust as a limo driver, having previously owned a hot dog eatery, is facing a charge of contravening an order by police to provide access to a device.
High-profile restaurateur’s cocaine charges committed to higher court
A top southeast Queensland restaurateur, who owns a pair of steakhouses and a seafood restaurant alongside his wife, will face the District Court on four drug charges.
Inside the dispute that stopped $100m Main Beach tower cold
A recent court decision has shed new light on the multimillion dollar dispute between two companies that led to work being paused on a $100m, 40-storey apartment development at Main Beach late last year.
Government steps in with stay of execution for Star
The State Government has handed drowning company Star Entertainment Group a gulp of oxygen as it flounders with financial and regulatory turmoil.
MY FIRST YEAR: Elanora State School 2025 prep photos
The Gold Coast Bulletin has been busy visiting more than 30 primary schools to capture the cutest classes. Meet the faces behind My First Year here.
Qld land owners brace for monster rate increase as values soar
Ratepayers in Brisbane and across Queensland could be smashed by hikes after property values skyrocketed over the past two years. SEARCH THE INTERACTIVE
‘Welcome to Gadigal land’: Apple’s bold overhaul of Aussie maps
Tech giant Apple will formally recognise the Indigenous lands of Australia and New Zealand in a groundbreaking revamp of its ubiquitous Maps product. And it’s not optional.
When the iconic ‘rusty chook’ will fly on Kirra Hill again
A southern Gold Coast councillor has responded to rumours that the Kirra eagle is ‘getting ready to land’ four years after it was removed from its perch.
Coast real estate giant sold to Brisbane counterparts
A veteran Gold Coast real estate agent has sold his three biggest businesses, in a deal which creates one of the largest property groups in the country. Read the details
Severe weather warning: 100mm+ of rain to hit Gold Coast
Gold Coast City Council has opened sandbagging stations as the region prepares to be battered by a system that’s already cut off communities in other parts of Qld.
Should schools dictate what kids eat? This mum says no
A frustrated mum has taken to social media after her son was asked to not eat lollies and protein bars that were inside his lunch box.
Damning crime stats show scale of job facing Premier
New crime victim data is a wake-up call for Queenslanders and a blow to Premier David Crisafulli’s crusade. VOTE IN OUR POLL
‘Biggest legacy since canal estates’: Mayor reveals Arena details
In an exclusive interview Mayor Tom Tate has revealed fresh details about the new Gold Coast Arena, including how it will be paid for and likely tenants, saying it will provide the city its “biggest legacy” since canal housing.
High-rise hell: Seniors trapped indefinitely post-Alfred
“I’m out of breath all the time”: Multiple elderly people have been trapped inside a Gold Coast unit block since ex-cyclone Alfred, with freedom still possibly weeks away.
Alfred’s fury: Which Gold Coast suburbs copped the biggest hit
New mapping has revealed the full extent of Cyclone Alfred’s fury, showing in remarkable detail which Gold Coast suburbs took the biggest hits.
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