From Schoolies scandal to basement terror: A Gold Coast-based sex worker recounts her most horrifying encounter on the job, involving a married man and a basement bedroom unbeknown to his wife. FULL DETAILS
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
One of the Gold Coast’s most famous shopping centres will be demolished and redeveloped into a high-end hotel run by one world’s biggest luxury accommodation giants. SEE THE VIDEO
As the city surges towards one million residents, we simply can’t take a wrong turn when it comes to forward planning… even if what’s around the corner seems a little scary.
This Gold Coast make-up artist to the Hollywood A-list and music stars reveals how tragedy sparked her success.
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.
For the first time this Currumbin mum can celebrate Mother’s Day with her miracle baby … thanks to her own mother’s intuition, which saved her life.
From helping victims of rape to kicking men in the privates as hard as she can, this “sex shaman’s” job is anything but a standard nine to five. She opens up on how her work “heals”.
Facing sea sickness, sharks and crocodiles in her ocean quest, Gold Coaster Bonnie Hancock is an Australian hero, with scars to prove it. But she reveals the deepest wounds were inside.
From a city councillor being charged with murder and a new Premier to surprise re-election bids and civic leaders heading for the exit, these are the biggest political moments of the past year.
The Gold Coast lost some of its best-known and beloved citizens in 2023. Tragedy, illness and old age claimed many who changed the world and left a big impression. SEE THE TRIBUTES
Murder-accused Ryan Bayldon-Lumsden – suspended on full pay from council duties – has revealed why he will run in the 2024 election. Read the full Q&A – his first interview since charged
Quirky characters, giant towers, shocking crimes and beachside slides. Surfers Paradise has seen it all in the nine decades since it received its famous name. These are its 90 defining moments.
The Gold Coast has always been Australia’s tourism capital and an event-athon.
A handful of police versus 50-plus bikies – it was the moment which changed the Gold Coast. The truth about what really happened and the text which started it are revealed. Watch now
Former Queensland premier Campbell Newman admits he was shocked by the actions of Gold Coast bikies but also the actions of police as he reveals what went wrong in the state’s crackdown.
Campbell Newman has revealed regrets at his swift reaction to a handful of police facing a swarm of gang members in Broadbeach, putting the Gold Coast “on the edge of anarchy”. Find out why
The illicit drug trade thrives on the Glitter Strip – with criminal gangs jockeying for dominance. We reveal the batttle for the city’s billion dollar cocaine and party drug market. See the video
Ten years on the key figures in the infamous Broadbeach bikie brawl have changed in many ways. WHERE ARE THEY NOW
It was the night a handful of police faced 50-plus bikies brawling in the Gold Coast tourism heart. The then-Premier reveals ‘I had a real problem’ with how police negotiated. WATCH THE VIDEO
Power couple Katie Page and Gerry Harvey – behind Harvey Norman and Magic Millions – sold out a brekky fundraiser Gold Coast Turf Club on Friday. Check out all the photos
The family of a collapsed Gold Coast marathon runner has revealed his miraculous story of survival after being told he wouldn’t make it through the first night.
Alleged murder victim Robert Lumsden was secretly a powerful LNP kingmaker who played a key role in the political rise of his stepson Ryan Bayldon-Lumsden, the man now accused of his murder. INSIDE STORY
A son of a legend, a Rugby 7s gun, a highly touted Gold Coast prospect and a host of Super Rugby prospects headline the Junior Wallabies outfit, as their coach issued a call out to prospective cross-code jumpers.
A returning Titan made an impressive injury comeback, a pair of local battlers stood up at the next level, and a rookie sensation’s brother made an A-grade statement. Check out how every Gold Coast league clash unfolded and the action photos here >>
He has been in and out of hospital more than 60 times from the time he was two. But now this Gold Coast youngster has a world record to his credit. Read his inspiring story of perseverance here >>
Gold Coast Vikings coach Stuart Wilkins believes an adaptable squad, one mixed with youth and experience, will be key in delivering the Chairman’s Challenge trophy to the Glitter Strip. Here he analyses and breaks down the entire squad >>
The Hasting Deerings Colts competition will pit the best players age 21 or under in the state against each other. We sat down with Burleigh and Tweed to break down the respective squads.
The stage is set for what could be one of the most resurgent Gold Coast District Rugby Union title races in recent memory. Here we sit down with every teams coach and reveal who their key men will be once the first whistle sounds on Saturday April 15 >>
A 26-year-old successful film editor says she was forced to rely on the generosity of strangers, family and friends to fund her recovery treatment just days after her most recent suicide attempt.
Trophies were lifted and hearts broken at the final hurdles of the Cricket Gold Coast season. Follow the action of our juniors and seniors here >>
He’s brutal in the ring – but a heartfelt softie out of it. Hear what world boxing champ Jai Opetaia had to say at the Gold Coast Sports Awards. Check out all the photos from the night here >>
The Queensland Cup campaign is about to launch. We sat down with Burleigh coach Luke Burt and Tweed mentor Dave Penna to break down their squads and the key men to keep an eye on.
The current and next generation of NRLW stars are ready to announce 2023 as their seasons. Here we break down the QRLW squads of the Tweed Seagulls and Burleigh Bears, and who shapes as their respective game changers.
They’re the beating heart of Gold Coast Sport. The unsung heroes, the sideline warriors and the reason why sport has blossomed so brilliantly on the Glitter Strip. Meet the 50+ most influential women in sport.
Felix Metrikas has seen Russian brutality up close. He’s opened up about life-changing months spent in Ukraine as the war shows no sign of resolution.
In early 2021, Gold Coast professional triathlete Travis Coleman was in peak physical form – until a common activity almost ended it all. Read about his close-call with a silent killer.
Kirilly Cull is one of the country’s top pet investigators, but no one knows where she lives, her number is unlisted and she’s always watching her back. Find out why
The Mal Meninga Cup season is fast approaching, with the Tweed Seagulls and Burleigh Bears gearing up for a title run. Here we analyse both squads and every player hunting higher honours.
The next generation of the Gold Coast’s talent are about to show the rugby league world just what they can bring to the table. Here we breakdown the Burleigh and Tweed under-16 squads ready to take on the Cyril Connell Challenge in 2023.
Meet the boy from Mudgee who ended up running the southern hemisphere’s biggest horse sale and racing festival – now he’s running the Dubai royal family’s horse racing operation.
A clear summer’s day turned to darkness in just 20 seconds when one of the worst disasters in Gold Coast’s history unfolded, killing four and leaving the city’s people in a collective state of mourning.
A dietician linked with some of the nation’s biggest sporting teams has revealed the shocking ultimatum given to her clients by coaches: lose weight or don’t get selected. Listen to the full podcast episode here.
The king and queen of the GC social scene – Peter Flowers and Regina King – have delievered a shock announcement. Read the latest
The Gold Coast lost some of its best-known and beloved citizens in 2022. Tragedy, illness and old age claimed many who changed the world and left a big impression. SEE THE TRIBUTES
An alignment with the F1, night racing, whether the series will keep a foothold in New Zealand and what the national calendar looks like going forward. The man at the top of the sport’s body answers all here >>
They’re the Gold Coast’s most high-profile lawyers, with a client list including Peter Foster, Christopher Skase, Mick Gatto, Bernard Tomic, Pauline Hanson and more. These are their stories uncut.
Two decades after the shocking Bali bombings, survivors of the destruction and the family of a victim open up about the scars left behind. See the videos.
This is not Burleigh – locals fear the once “laid-back village” has become paradise lost amid a wave of new nightlife leading to violence and residents “scared to go out”. Read this special report
Gold Coast defence attorney Jodi Allen talks the challenges of being a woman in the criminal law game – and reveals why it’s still a ‘boys club’.
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