‘Absolute legends’: Gold Coasters we lost in 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
In Depth
Murder-accused: Why I’m standing for the city council in 2024
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
The definitive list: 90 memorable Surfers Paradise moments
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.
What’s on: Free Gold Coast city events
The Gold Coast has always been Australia’s tourism capital and an event-athon.
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Why wasn’t I told the guy who raped me was free from jail?
A rape survivor fought back tears, staring down her attacker in a Southport courtroom. Her voice trembled as she told of the torment the night in a Burleigh bedroom, and how he hid in a closet after, while she screamed. Now, he’s free from prison.
Champ v GOAT: Why Bevilacqua can end Day’s Cooly Gold dominance
Matt Bevilacqua says he is in the best shape of his life and ready to test six-time Coolangatta Gold champion Ali Day like no one has before.
Gold Coast unsung hero’s new lease on death
From helping to establish one of the Coast’s top schools to incredible inventions, Walter Abrahamson’s life has been remarkable. But it’s his attitude to his imminent death that’s truly incredible.
Prankster Shammi: Mum doesn’t get what I do for a living
Gold Coast social media sensation Shammi Prasad has gone from a tradie living with mum to buying his own mansion – here’s how he exploded online.
Husband’s heartfelt tribute: ‘Beautiful sparkle taken too early’
Beloved hairdresser and mum Megy Gough has passed away after her long, drawn-out battle with bowel cancer, with her husband expressing his devastation at losing his “gorgeous wife”.
‘You can go through this and come out the other side’
Gold Coast brekky presenter Nicole Dyer’s cancer fight isn’t over, but she still feels she’s in winning position. HERE’S WHY >>>
Coast MP shares dad’s heartbreaking cancer battle
Gold Coast MP Meaghan Scanlon is no stranger to the “incredible pain” of watching someone they love endure their last days – now she’s sharing her story and calling on other MPs to face the problem head-on.
Inside story: What went wrong with elite Couran Cove
Couran Cove was supposed to be the future of the Gold Coast but its residents have revealed the shocking conditions they’ve faced in recent times. This is what really happened.
Fail: Biggest problem with Gold Coast’s canal estates
The creation of the Gold Coast’s famous canal estates changed the face of the city and played a key role in its property booms. But there’s something which went terribly wrong with them which led to devastating consequences.
EXCLUSIVE: Transport Minister’s cutting rebuke for Palmy protesters
Queensland Transport Minister Mark Bailey has hit back at Palm Beach light rail protesters who claim he’s scared of them. READ THE FULL INTERVIEW >>>
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