Revealed: How the Gold Coast became the Glitter Strip
The identity of the city today known as the Gold Coast took nearly a century to shape. This is the incredible story of how it became the “Glitter Strip” of Australia.
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Spot the difference: Why this tower’s design was knocked back
A court has knocked back a proposal to change the design of a high-rise in the heart of a beachside Gold Coast suburb. THIS IS WHY
‘Urgent attention’: Fears after Gold Coast waterway turns white
Action is being taken after a section of a Gold Coast creek turned white. READ MORE
Gym at centre of arson attack rises from the ashes
A Gold Coast gym and wellness centre targeted in a brazen ram raid and arson attack weeks before it was due to open has risen from the ashes – literally.
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Rock-star chef spotted at Broadbeach hotspot
A world famous TV personality and Michelin star chef has left diners stunned after he was spotted at one of the Gold Coast’s most sought after restaurants.
Long-promised change the Gold Coast really needs
A transport upgrade proposed for the Gold Coast back in 2007 is back on the cards. It needs to finally happen, writes Keith Woods.
Man in custody over violent robbery of Glitter Strip tourists
A 20-year-old Currumbin Waters man, facing charges relating to the violent robbery of two Surfers Paradise tourists, did not apply for bail when the matter appeared in court. Read the latest on what we know.
Rubbish, flies and locked toilets: Grim conditions in toxic tent city
Grim conditions at Southport’s tent city have sparked health concerns for homeless campers – and anger among local residents. Here’s what authorities have found.
Don’t dream it’s over: Crowded House to perform epic two-hour GC gig
The one and only Crowded House is coming to the Gold Coast for an epic two-hour headline set. SEE MORE
Baz Luhrmann spectacular plus family fun lands at HOTA
A record-breaking sculpture filled with 10,000 messages has been unveiled at HOTA along with music, art and maybe even a visit from Baz Luhrmann himself.
In Pictures: Nightspotting on the Gold Coast
The rain didn’t stop these partygoers from making the most of Glitter Strip hotspots this weekend. See the gallery
Devastated Airshow boss uncut on cancellation
We talk to US-based Pacific Airshow boss Kevin Elliott about the abrupt cancellation of the event that was scheduled for August and attended by 300,000 last year.
Major shopping centre put under siege in mock police operation
Dozens of police have swarmed a major Gold Coast shopping centre with weapons drawn – but nobody was ever in any danger. This is what happened.
Radical plan to reshape transport in heart of Gold Coast
Council is considering radical transport options that would utterly transform the Southport CBD as part of the Gold Coast Arena project. Here’s what they have been discussing.
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