When Gold Coast’s newest McDonald’s will open
A new McDonald’s restaurant is rapidly taking shape in a prominent northern Gold Coast location. Here’s when it’s expected to serve its first Big Macs.
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No let up: Residents vow to continue ‘View Tax’ fight
Unit owners have vowed to continue fighting controversial rates hikes after council agreed to a review, while a government minister has urged local governments to be ‘cognisant’ of cost of living concerns. Full story.
Gold Coast traffic: Out-of-control car causes M1 chaos
A single-vehicle crash is holding up northbound traffic on the Pacific Motorway on Thursday morning. See the details.
Why you may soon be seeing these buses in your suburb
Plans have been announced to expand a unique bus service to more Gold Coast suburbs if Labor is returned to power after next month’s election. Here’s where the buses will go.
Traffic nightmare after truck and cars collide
There were lengthy tailbacks on the Smith St motorway on Wednesday afternoon after a multi-vehicle crash on an M1 on-ramp. Full details.
‘The system’s bulls**t’: Victim’s outrage at stabber’s sentence
A man who is living an “ongoing nightmare” after being slashed with a knife by his then-housemate has slammed the court system after learning his attacker could be free in a few months.
How Tweed council election battle is shaping up
As a result of Saturday’s polling in the NSW Local Government elections, one Tweed councillor is leagues ahead of his constituents for a seat in chambers. Could he be the shire’s next mayor?
Top five spray tanners on the Gold Coast
A mobile spray tanning business has been named the best in the region, securing 34 per cent of Bulletin reader-voted poll. Find out more.
Severe epilepsy sufferer ignored, yelled at in throes of seizure
A Tweed singer-songwriter with epilepsy has been left feeling disheartened after being ignored and barked at by bystanders during a seizure episode outside a supermarket.
Moment it all goes wrong on M1
Video has revealed the moment it all went wrong for two drivers on the M1 at the Gold Coast, in scenes all too familiar to weary motorists. SEE THE VIDEO
First look: Inside new bakery that has pie lovers drooling
The opening date has been announced for the first Gold Coast outlet in the popular Banjo’s chain. Take a sneak peek inside the new bakery.
Team Foster: ‘Massive changes’ ahead in fraud case
Hope is growing in notorious conman Peter Foster’s camp, with his lawyer saying he is confident there will be “massive changes” ahead in his Gold Coast fraud case.
Leading horse trainer hit with cocaine charges
The prominent horse racing figure at the head of Kris Lees’ Gold Coast stables now stands accused of supplying and possessing cocaine – allegations he “wholeheartedly rejects”. FULL DETAILS
Police target tinny rats terrorising Gold Coast waterways
Extra police are out and about across Gold Coast waterways in a school holiday blitz. Read the latest
‘How is this allowed?’: Sunset clause fix not on horizon
It could be years before changes to sunset clauses for apartment buildings are even considered, with neither Government nor Opposition planning any changes soon. Meanwhile, buyers face an uncertain future
Hit and run: Police hunt driver in Pimpama e-scooter crash
A teenager has been taken to hospital after they were knocked from their e-scooter on the Gold Coast in an alleged hit and run.
‘Enriched the fabric’: Tate’s surprise offer to beloved doyen
Regina King photographed the Gold Coast and its citizens for more than 50 years. Now she’s been made a surprise offer by Mayor Tom Tate. FIND OUT MORE
Charges after teens’ alleged 1700km stolen car crime spree
Three teens found sleeping in stolen cars at a Gold Coast McDonald’s have been arrested after an alleged break-and-enter spree from Melbourne to Brisbane.
Harbour Town shopping centre flasher walks
A 70-year-old man who exposed himself to girls as young as four at Gold Coast shopping centres and eateries told police he was relieved when caught, a court has been told. FULL STORY
Major Brisbane and Gold Coast hospitality shake up
A Gold Coast hospitality powerhouse is offloading 10 of its pubs, nightclubs and hotel bars to another major player. FULL STORY
‘Just that passionate’: Why Burleigh Brewing is no sellout
Despite the value of their brand ballooning, Burleigh Brewing has resisted the pull of consolidation which has drawn countless other craft brewers to sell out to mega-companies. Here’s why
Named: Cop accused of misconduct fronts court
A northern NSW police officer accused of using a company computer to unlawfully access restricted data has faced a local court. Here’s the details.
GC at Large: Surfers Paradise SLSC centenary celebrations
The Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club has launched their centenary book ‘Sky Blue and Gold’ to kick off their 100-year celebrations. See the photos.
‘Really important’: What overseas tourists most want
A leading tourism expert has revealed what is needed to attract overseas visitors back amid a loss of flights to Gold Coast Airport and troubling visitation figures.
Revealed: Doof doof parties puts $35m green project at risk
Doof doof parties are taking off at The Spit with residents furious about new irrigation pipes being vandalised as part of a $35 million-plus restoration project.
Can I have cuffs with that? Man’s bizarre alleged claim at Maccas
An 18-year-old man has been charged by police after allegedly making a wild claim about the car he was driving at a McDonald’s outlet.
How Gold Coast ‘dodged a bullet’
Five years ago there were big plans for this site. Recent events have shown how badly those plans could have gone wrong.
Why ex-restaurateur broke into family’s home after being hosted
A former restaurant owner was a dinner guest at a home he would then target hours later in a home invasion, trying to steal something specific. Find out what it was
‘Our forever home’: Sunset clause fear for troubled Midwater buyers
Buyers in the troubled Midwater tower fear delays caused by a battle between the developer and builder will see them lose the beachside apartments they’ve waited years to move into. Here’s why
Alleged cop-on-cop death threat twist
A police officer’s wild alleged death threat against a colleague is sparking claims it’s being “swept under the carpet”. Read the latest from leaked documents.
Sewer leak ‘catastrophe’: Verdict out on Albert River impact
The impact on fish of the shocking sewer spill in to the Albert River has been revealed in a new report.
Man hit with machete and his house set on fire
A man is recovering in hospital after he was allegedly hit in the head with a machete and his house set on fire – with a 50-year-old now facing serious charges. Full details.
Nurse’s horror rental claim: ‘I fell through rotting stairs’
A woman who fell through a “rotting” set of stairs and broke her ankle is seeking compensation.
One thing we all get wrong about ‘annoying’ cyclists
Cyclists have always divided opinion when it comes to Aussie roads – but should we cut them some slack?
Pitch invader’s escape at Socceroos World Cup qualifier spoiled by spectator
Pitch invader’s escape at Socceroos World Cup qualifier spoiled by spectator
‘My light’: Twin killed in Bruce Hwy crash sparking chemical truck explosion
The young victim of a shocking crash that caused a chemical explosion closing the Bruce Highway is a beloved 21-year-old twin who leaves behind a heartbroken partner, family and friends stretching from the Gold Coast to Rockhampton.
Trio charged after alleged screwdriver stabbing named
The final of three men allegedly involved in a dispute that left another man in hospital with a stab wound has been identified in court – and says he will “100 per cent” fight the charges.
Grim figures show cost of lost tourism to Gold Coast
Figures have revealed just how much weak international tourism is costing the Gold Coast amid concern about a loss of routes at the city’s airport. SEE THE FIGURES
Car sales mogul’s shock $25m gift
A Gold Coast business titan has shelled out a whopping eight-figure boost to a city cause. Read their reaction
Three-year-old in coma after near drowning at party
A three-year-old girl is in a coma after a near drowning incident at a children’s party on the Gold Coast that allegedly took place while other adults and children were using a jumping castle.
Revealed: First words of surprise new Star Gold Coast boss
The Star Gold Coast has a new boss, with the under-fire casino and entertainment giant appointing a CEO poached from a rival. Read what he has to say
Wahlberg leaves fans starstruck in split second encounter
Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg has left two Gold Coast disability workers in disbelief. Read why.
Fire to burn for days in Gold Coast bushland
Nearly a dozen fire crews have worked late into the night to contain a blaze in bushland on the northern Gold Coast. Read the latest update.
40+ PHOTOS: Nightspotting on the Gold Coast
It was another huge weekend at some of the Glitter Strip’s hottest venues. Check out all the pictures here.
IN PHOTOS: Hillcrest Christian College formal
Glamorous looks and luxe cars were on display as Hillcrest Christian College’s class of 2024 stepped out for their formal. SEE THE GALLERY
Man hospitalised after alleged stabbing
A man has been taken to hospital after an alleged stabbing on the Gold Coast overnight.
Named: Qld man accused of shooting up northern NSW home
Police allege a Qld man fired bullets into a northern NSW home in a drive-by shooting – narrowly missing a child’s head – after a drug and gun deal went bad. Two more men have already been sentenced.
Working parent? You could soon have your own office nanny
A whole new world of possibilities could soon be open to working parents as a revolutionary space comes to Queensland.
Labor blasts ‘secret’ Crisafulli as Member for Brissy not Broadwater
Labor is accusing Opposition leader and Member for Broadwater David Crisafulli of ‘secretly’ living in Brisbane after selling his Gold Coast canal home. He’s calling Labor ‘next level desperate’.
Bushfire risk for thousands of Gold Coast homes
Five years since devastating bushfires swept through the Gold Coast Hinterland nearly 2000 Gold Coast homes remain at “intolerable” risk…
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