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Queenslanders urged to stay safe on the water this summer

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Queenslanders urged to stay safe on the water this summer

Bodycam vision released by Queensland Police shows a man and a teenager riding a jetski being pulled over by water police officers for a safety…

Infinite Studios held its 2025 concert at the Nerang Bicentennial Community Centre on Sunday, December 14. Pictures: Jason O'Brien.

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Photo gallery: Infinite Studios 2025 concert

Spectators have been left amazed by some incredible performances at the Infinite Studios 2025 end of year concert. See all the images here.

A Grafton chiropractor has reeled in a monster bull shark he has dubbed an

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‘Measured our strength against each other’: Man’s battle with huge bull shark

A northern NSW chiropractor who goes night fishing to unwind after a hard day’s work has reeled in a massive bull shark he has dubbed a “leviathan” from a stretch of water teeming with river monsters. See the wild footage.

This photo taken on October 24, 2025 shows a 14-year-old boy posing at his home near Gosford as he looks at social media on his mobile phone. Tech giants Meta and TikTok said on October 28 they will obey Australia's under-16 social media ban but warned the landmark laws could prove difficult to enforce. Australia will from December 10 force social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to remove users under the age of 16. (Photo by David GRAY / AFP)

Gold Coast school leads push to delay smartphones for kids

There’s one present Gold Coast parents are refusing to put under the tree this Christmas, despite intense pressure from their kids.

Nikki Dyker and Dale Press at Deck The Halls 2025 at Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre for Gold Coast at Large. Picture, Portia Large.

GC at Large: Deck the Halls Christmas celebrations

These Gold Coasters kicked off their Christmas celebrations during the Deck The Halls event at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. See who made the gallery

A new Italian restaurant, Oro, is set to open in Broadbeach . Owners Prajwol Maharjan and Sushil Maharjan in the Private dining room.. Picture Glenn Hampson

‘Dream venue’: Inside glittering new Gold Coast eatery

The owners behind two popular Italian restaurants have launched their most ambitious venue yet, featuring handmade pasta and gold-themed interiors in Broadbeach.

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Strike Force Franklin multi-agency illicit tobacco, vape, and guns bust on the North Coast where four co-accused have been arrested and charged with possess more than 1000x commercial quantity of illicit vapes, deal with proceeds of crime and participate in a criminal group and firearms offences.

Government blind to a tobacco black market of their own making

It does not take a genius to predict that raising the price of cigarettes to the point that smokers need a bank loan for a carton might create a black market, something the government appears unwilling to admit.

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Macdonald Winter Wonderland. Picture: Georgia Macdonald

Family rebuilds Christmas wonderland after devastating theft

Gold Coast householders have transformed streets into dazzling, must-see festive spectacles. But one property goes above and beyond, creating an immersive, magical wonderland. SEE THE FULL LIST

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Rabbi Mosheh Serebryanski on the Gold Coast talking about the horror that took place in Bondi on Sunday. Picture: Glenn Hampson

‘Specifically targeting Jews’: Rabbi demands action after Bondi terror attack

A Gold Coast Rabbi says it’s time for all Australians to stand up against anti-Jewish rhetoric following the terror attack on a Jewish gathering at Sydney’s Bondi Beach.

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Here’s what you can expect with today’s Gold Coast weather

As we move into summer what can locals expect today? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.

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REVEALED: Latest business liquidations in Gold Coast

ASIC and ABN Lookup data reveals the full list of companies to close down in your area.

Farewell to those we have lost.

Today’s death notices

The deaths of Alan James Berney, Graham Hughes and Constantine Potanin have been announced in the The Gold Coast Bulletin’s My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.

Celebrating and honouring local lives.

Funerals this week

Funerals for Maureen Joy Webster, Beau Bradford and June Helene Abrahamson will be held in on the Gold Coast this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.

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Punters exiting Spilt Milk 2025. Picture: TikTok/bella.broadstock

‘A s–tshow’: Spilt Milk festival faces backlash

Festival-goers have branded Spilt Milk an “absolute s–tshow” after experiencing the same entry disasters that plagued the event’s troubled debut year.

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Gold Coast road upgrades

Acting Gold Coast Mayor Mark Hammel reveals why critical road upgrades are needed as the city’s development wave continues. Video: Andrew Potts…

Josh Gnocco, Luke Gnocco, Peter Gnocco and Matthew Gnocco at the Code Noir Premiere at HOTA for Gold Coast at Large. Picture, Portia Large.

In photos: Code Noir film premiere

A sold-out red carpet premiere of Code Noir took place at Gold Coast’s Home of the Arts on Saturday. See who was snapped

Santa shares a moment with the butterflies inside Santa's Butterfly House at Australia Fair. Picture Glenn Hampson

First look: 400 butterflies take flight in new Santa experience

Santa’s little helpers have wings this Christmas with Australia’s first-ever Santa butterfly house opening on the Gold Coast.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA. NewsWire Photos. JUNE 13, 2025. Generic photos of Queensland Police and Emergency Services attending an incident on George St in the Brisbane CBDPicture: NewsWire/ Glenn Campbell --

Man jumps into water to flee police after break-in

A man has been arrested after he allegedly broke into the Gold Coast’s water police station and jumped into the harbour to flee the scene.

Councillor Brooke Patterson with Rabbi Mosheh Serebryanski at the Chanukah ceremony at the Broadwater Parklands, staged at the same time the Bondi terrorism attack had occurred.

‘Attack on Australian values’: Gold Coast reacts to Bondi terror

A Gold Coast councillor has slammed the federal government’s failure to protect Jewish Australians while announcing a solidarity ceremony in response to the Bondi attack.

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Acting Gold Coast Mayor addresses Bondi terrorist attack

Acting Gold Coast Mayor addresses Bondi terrorist attack

Mark Hammel, the Acting Mayor of the Gold Coast, speaking following the Bondi terrorist attack and discussing antisemitism and social media….

EMBARGO UNTIL DECEMBER . Glenn Tozer at Part of the $21 million upgrade to Firth Park Sports . Pic Annette Dew

‘Legacy asset’: The major projects set to transform Mudgeeraba

Part of a $21 million upgrade to a major Gold Coast sports precinct is set to open by Christmas and the local councillor says it’s just one of many vital projects going up in the area.

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Bondi terror attack: Extra police to patrol Gold Coast

Gold Coast Acting Chief Superintendent Brett Jackson said police would deploy more officers to patrol across the city in light of the terror…

Councillor Brooke Patterson and Councillor Nick Marshall debating the merits of a tower application at Miami on the Gold Coast.

Council rejects tower for homeless amid housing crisis

Gold Coast councillors have rejected a nine-storey tower designed to house homeless workers, despite warnings that many employees drive an hour to reach jobs they cannot afford to live near.

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‘Living nightmare’: How the Gold Coast community saved teen’s life

What began as simple flu symptoms nearly killed a 16-year-old girl until a community-funded miracle machine saved her life.

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Born To Dance held its 2025 concert at the Robina Community Centre on Friday, December 12, and Saturday, December 13. Pictures: Jason O'Brien.

190+ mega gallery: Born To Dance 2025 concert

Born To Dance has celebrated its 25th anniversary by entertaining crowds at its sold out Silver concert.

Zara Blake, Amber Reid at Fabric. Picture: Declan Lee

In Pictures: Nightspotting on the Gold Coast

Party goers were out and about making the most of Gold Coast nightclubs this weekend. Were you spotted?

Housing Minister Sam O'Connor, Brett Beasley, Police Minister Daniel Purdie

‘Lost for words’: Jack Beasley Foundation gets $1m knife crime pledge

A teenager’s tragic death in Surfers Paradise has sparked a million-dollar government investment that aims to save countless young lives across Queensland.

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Brian Deen, 78, has been awarded the Commissioner's Commendation for Courage for a heroic rescue in 1991.Brian at his Palm Meadows home with his medal. Picture Glenn Hampson

Grandad’s bravery honour after daring chopper rescue

A Gold Coast grandfather has been awarded one of the highest bravery honours for his work during a midnight chopper rescue to save a critically injured rock climber in the early 1990s.

Dr Tariqul Islam from Help Medical Pacific Fair has won the Bulletin's best GP on the Gold Coast competition. Picture Glenn Hampson

‘I really miss them’: Heartfelt message from Gold Coast’s top doc

A Gold Coast doctor who has devoted his life’s work to his late mum and dad has been named the best GP in the region.

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Andrew Derham at his ruined home in Elanora . Picture Annette Dew

‘Helpless’: Dad’s insurance fight after mould infests Elanora home

What started as water damage in an Elanora family’s bathroom and kitchen after Cyclone Alfred led to their entire home needing to be gutted.

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‘Biggest issue’: Sunscreen wars put Australian lives at risk

Between a slip-up in SPF ratings and sloppy social media campaigns, suddenly sunscreen has been slapped with a bad rep. This is why we need to save our sunscreen, says Ann Wason Moore

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The Carey Park tent city in Southport on June 17, 2025 before more evictions of the homeless occur.

Named: Rental stress hits 100% in some Gold Coast suburbs

New data reveals 100 per cent of renters cannot afford housing across multiple Gold Coast suburbs as politicians clash over policy changes that could worsen the crisis.

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This morning Queensland Police were outside the school monitoring students’ e-bike use, including helmets, speed and general safety. They will also be back on Monday and Tuesday., Their focus is to remind and educate riders about the rules and what you can and cannot do when using an e-bike., Remember, a helmet needs to be on your head and clipped up to work effectively Picture Facebook / Palm Beach Currumbin High School

Locals divided over school’s e-bike licence mandate for students

A Gold Coast school’s radical plan to licence student e-bikes has divided the community, with some demanding an outright ban on the devices. VOTE IN OUR POLL

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King Claw has opened at Dreamworld. Picture: Supplied

New 98km/h Dreamworld ride is ‘crazier than anything else’

Dreamworld has officially unveiled one of the most extreme, high-octane thrill rides in Australia — the King Claw.

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Police are wanting to speak to these people after recent alleged thefts on the Gold Coast.

Police investigate alleged alcohol, grocery thefts

Police are wanting to speak to these people after recent alleged thefts on the Gold Coast including from bottle shop, a department store and a supermarket. CAN YOU HELP?

Giaan Ramsay died by suicide on July 17, 2025.

Teen’s records reveal ‘highly irregular’ secret plan

Medical records reveal Gold Coast Health secretly arranged for another family to hold a troubled teenager’s psychiatric medication, concealing it from her parents who were fighting to save her life.

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Launch of QLD's First Free Supermarket and Australia's First Charity-Owned Not-For-Profit Cafe. Yas Matbouly. 22 December 2022 Mermaid Beach Picture by Richard Gosling

Confusion over who will take on charity chief’s role

A prominent Gold Coast charity officially named a new chief executive before deciding to publicly advertise for the position just days later.

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VOTE NOW: Which is the best nightclub on the Gold Coast?

The nightclub competition along Orchid and Cavill Ave is getting fierce but we are here to put an end to the long debate.

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