Blood stains link in Ballina murder trial
Multiple blood stains found on a variety of items in a laneway behind an op-shop where 64-year-old Lindy Lucena was found dead have been linked to her accused killer, a trial has heard.
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Ex allegedly strangled mother of his child – court
A man is accused of strangling his ex, leaving her for dead on a Gold Coast apartment floor and taking their child, a court has heard. FULL STORY
The anti-light rail brigade has finally met its match
For years the transport debate has been dominated by a noisy anti-light rail minority. Not any more, writes Ann Wason Moore
‘Really good bloke’: Well-known Gold Coast real estate agent dies
A long-time Gold Coast real estate agent is being remembered as a “really good bloke” who was “a lot of fun to be around”. READ THE TRIBUTES
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‘Bikie warfare’: Ex gang-busting cop warns of looming turf battle
A former top cop warns a resurgence of bikie gangs, fuelled by weakened laws, threatens to ignite a turf war on the Gold Coast. Read his take on why a battle looms between rival groups
First look: New unit complex for busy Palm Beach location
A prolific developer has snapped up another central Palm Beach site and unveiled plans for a residential unit complex. FIND OUT WHERE
Revealed: New owner’s big plans for Robina site
A rare empty block earmarked for commercial development in the heart of Robina has changed hands, with its new owners revealing what they will do with the land. FIND OUT MORE
‘The people’s mayor’: Ron Clarke’s incredible Gold Coast legacy
Ron Clarke achieved a lot during his time as the Gold Coast’s mayor but it’s only now, 10 years on from his death, that his legacy can be fully understood. FIND OUT MORE
Highway heroics: Gold Coast cops and incredible bravery on M1
From delivering babies on the side of the M1 to putting their own lives in danger, dedicated Gold Coast police officers have been recognised for the commitment to the job. Read their stories.
Revealed: When four-tower mini-city will open to residents
Construction has begun on the first stage of a $2.5bn, four-tower mega project next to one of the city’s biggest shopping centres. This is when it will open. FULL STORY
‘Children will have to leave town’ unless bigger towers approved
Developers and landowners are pleading for the green light to allow them to build larger towers on the light rail route, warning the next generation will be forced out. FIND OUT MORE
$30m ‘in limbo’: Premier pushed on light rail cash
Mayor Tom Tate is imploring Premier David Crisafulli to release funds earmarked for a light rail study as pressure mounts on the state over the project.
Inquest probes possible catalyst for suspected father, son murder-suicide
A father had sought help for his poor mental state and was under financial strain before he was found shot dead in a bed with his son in a suspected murder suicide which rocked a north coast community, an inquest has been told.
Multiple cop cars called as men brawl in Burleigh street
Several police vehicles were called to the main street of Burleigh Heads after a fight involving six people broke out, igniting calls for a promised police beat to be actioned. WATCH THE VIDEO
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