Factory fire fallout as Coast identity M.I.A and ‘uncontactable’
A Gold Coast business has burnt down as frustrated customers emerge. Separately, the business owner is missing in action. Read the latest
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The plan: How Coast will become Australia’s ‘sporting epicentre’
The Gold Coast’s tourism boss says the city has the potential to become the “epicentre” of sports in the South Pacific region and reveals how.
Mum accused of arson attack on son makes bid for freedom
A woman charged with starting the Gold Coast blaze that left her son in an induced coma with burns to about 80 per cent of his body has made a bid for bail, almost a year after her arrest.
‘Friendly’ takeover of Gold Coast development giant
One of the Gold Coast’s best-known developers has launched a “friendly” takeover of delisted building giant Sunland Group. FIND OUT MORE
Man charged after strange slow-speed M1 pursuit
A man was allegedly intoxicated and unlicensed when he led police on a bizarre chase down the motorway, reportedly driving on four blown-out tyres and throwing items at his pursuers. READ THE LATEST
Driver on the run, man hospitalised in alleged stolen car smash
Police are on the hunt for the driver of a stolen Holden Commodore which allegedly caused a nasty crash at Coomera. Read what happened.
CCTV shows the moment Burleigh business goes up in flames
The owner of a Gold Coast business which went up in flames in suspicious circumstances has confirmed it was an arson attack. Watch the video
First look: Luxury glamping development for historic site
One of the Gold Coast Hinterland’s oldest businesses is set to expand, with plans unveiled for a high-end glamping retreat. SEE THE PLANS
‘Big bang’: Carnage at scene of serious crash
New details have emerged about a horror crash on the northern Gold Coast that left a young man with life-threatening injuries. READ THE LATEST FROM THE SCENE
Worker dies following rescue at Gold Coast school
A worker has died after becoming trapped between a scissor lift and ceiling at a northern Gold Coast site. Read the latest.
Police investigate fire at Labrador unit complex
A Gold Coast unit has been declared a crime scene as detectives investigate a suspicious blaze at the property on Monday morning.
‘No-brainer’: The decision costing the Gold Coast $1.3bn annually
The Gold Coast Convention Centre is at capacity, is having to turn away events and is a “victim of its own success”, something now costing the city $1.3bn annually. FIND OUT WHY
‘LATERZ’: Alleged petrol thief exposed
Police are searching for a man allegedly driving a Nissan Patrol with false plates that read “LATERZ” in relation to a series of reported fuel thefts in a Gold Coast suburb.
Man charged with threatening to burn down home, occupants
A man who allegedly doused a Gold Coast home with petrol and threatened to set it and its occupants on fire – sending a street into lockdown – has returned to court. READ THE LATEST
‘Totally avoidable’: One dead, three fight for life in tragic week
A senior Gold Coast paramedic has issued a timely plea to drivers after a horror few days on the roads. Read what he said
Revealed: Future stops for Gold Coast’s ferry service
The boss of the Gold Coast’s ferry service has revealed trial runs of new routes have been done in anticipation of a future expansion as it marks a major milestone.
First look: Inside Coast’s newest rooftop bar location
A showpiece rooftop bar in one of the Gold Coast’s biggest shopping centres has been finished. This is the next big step for the venue. SEE THE PICTURES
Revealed: Why the Gold Coast is growing more popular
The Gold Coast tourism industry is continuing its Covid bounce-back, with new data revealing just how popular the city really is with visitors.
First look: Beloved fish market’s astonishing redevelopment
One of The Spit’s best-loved institutions will be redeveloped and expanded under fresh plans lodged with the council. SEE THE PICTURES
‘It’s crazy’: What’s holding up billionaire’s giant housing estate
Billionaire Bob Ell is blaming one small thing for holding up a giant housing development and thousands of critically-needed homes in a blistering attack on the federal government.
‘Unaffordable’: Devastating outlook for Coast’s property market
Prospective homeowners and the non-wealthy have been given a crushing reality check about the city’s property market as fears grow the Gold Coast is coming Australia’s Monaco.
‘Not happy’: Fury over Coast NRL team’s ‘knocked-off’ name
The Gold Coast NRL side’s newly announced name sparked a furious reaction from another leading club which demanded a total rethink. FIND OUT WHY
Magic mushroom grow house uncovered in Gold Coast home
A man has been charged by police after a raid on his home uncovered a magic mushroom grow house. Read what police say they found
‘My bullbar will tear your car to pieces’: Motorway revheads on notice
A veteran bus driver has detailed the astonishing sights she has encountered on Gold Coast roads, saying the wild behaviour is the worst she has seen in 30 years.
Popular shopping centre ‘prime for future development’
A popular Gold Coast shopping centre is on the market, with the site next to one of the city’s busiest roads declared “prime for future development’. FIND OUT WHY.
M1 crawl after debris spilled across motorway
Commuters faced delays on the M1 during the afternoon peak on Thursday after a truck lost its load, sending debris across all four lanes of the motorway.
‘Deja vu’: Why state budget has divided civic leaders
The state budget has received a mixed reaction on the Gold Coast, with praise for infrastructure commitments while others say it has missed the mark.
Revealed: How popular the Gold Coast light rail really is
New data has revealed the truth about the Gold Coast light rail and how popular it really is with locals and tourists as planning for its extension ramps up. NEW DETAILS
‘Be fair dinkum’: Why state must deliver on light rail funding
Light rail and infrastructure funding along with small business relief have topped the list of key projects and issues which civic leaders want to see get a boost in Tuesday’s state budget.
First look: Luxury tower to replace highway shopping centre
An ageing shopping centre on the Mermaid Beach stretch of the light rail will be demolished and replaced by a luxury unit complex just 400m from the beach. SEE THE PLANS
‘Swerved across lanes’: Fresh details of horror M1 crash
Police have outlined the next steps in their investigation into a horror M1 crash that saw an officer trapped in their vehicle, while some good news has been revealed about the condition of the four people injured.
Machete-carrying teen gang in crime rampage
A gang of up to six teenagers has been linked to a number of attempted break-ins across the Gold Coast after stealing a car just over a day earlier. Full details.
Revealed: Your rates increase and council’s spend on big ticket items
Mayor Tom Tate has handed down the Gold Coast City Council’s $2.5bn budget, with documents revealing the key projects receiving millions in funding.
Top cop: ‘We’re not robots — ‘I saw the most evil behaviour’
Brian Swan as a veteran detective investigated our city’s most shocking murders. Now the Gold Coast’s top cop, he outlines his plan to protect his officers and keep the region safe.
REVEALED: Real reason why this Gold Coast suburb is booming
As the Gold Coast prepares for a population ‘boom’ – more people are choosing this Gold Coast suburb over anywhere else. Find out why
Like scene from a ghetto: Charred mess greets residents of high-end estate
It may look like a scene from a ghetto, but this grim sight was actually what greeted residents of a high end estate on the Gold Coast on Friday morning. Full details.
First look: Giant development to transform botanical gardens
A giant development has been unveiled for one of the Gold Coast’s most popular parklands which will dramatically transform the beloved location. ALL THE DETAILS
‘Game’s still afoot’: City leaders’ surprise reaction to bombshell call
Gold Coast city leaders have revealed their surprise reaction to Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon’s decision on the future of a controversial Arundel development.
‘The love of my life had one dying wish for me’
After losing the love of his life to cancer, a bodybuilder said the sport and fitness training saved him as he struggled with grief.
‘Extremely reckless’: Police called over ute driver’s concerning move
Police are investigating after footage was posted to social media showing a ute being driven on the Gold Coast in what’s been called an ‘extremely reckless’ manner. Tell us what you think – vote in our poll.
Man who allegedly slashed neighbour’s head to fight charges
A man will dispute allegations he slashed his neighbour with a knife during an alcohol-fuelled brawl on their northern Gold Coast street. FULL DETAILS
Man charged after head-on bus, Jeep crash
The man allegedly behind the wheel of a Jeep that collided head-on with a bus on a major Gold Coast road – injuring several people – has now been charged. FULL DETAILS
E-scooter rider seriously injured in crash with car
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage as they investigate a serious crash involving a car and e-scooter. Read the latest
Devastating: Brutal reality of trying to buy a unit on the Gold Coast
Fears that Gold Coast property is becoming more unaffordable are being realised, with new data revealing something jaw-dropping about the city’s real estate market.
Bowlo biffo: Police race to ‘disturbance’ at sports club
Police have been called to a popular Gold Coast sports club watering hole after a dust up in the carpark. Read why they were there.
Early morning blaze sparked inside Gold Coast motorbike shop
Police and firefighters raced to a Gold Coast motorbike dealership after an early-morning fire started inside the store. Find out what happened.
Manhunt near theme park as driver allegedly evades police
A driver who failed to pullover for police on the Gold Coast has sparked a major manhunt near a much-loved attraction. Read the latest as it unfolds.
First look: Inside Coast’s giant $1.3bn new hospital complex
The future of the Gold Coast’s giant new $1.3bn Coomera public hospital has been made clearer, with the construction date revealed, as well as what will be inside. SEE THE VIDEO
Real story of Southport’s forgotten bridge to Main Beach
The trip from Southport to Main Beach used to be much harder than it is today, until this engineering marvel was built, changing the Gold Coast forever. THE AMAZING TRUE STORY.
Woman dies after hotel pool incident in Surfers Paradise
A young woman left in a critical condition after a late-night swim at the QT Hotel Gold Coast has sadly passed away.
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