Crocodile count up as Currumbin Wildlife sanctuary reopens
A crocodile count up has been a critical part of a week-long clean up post cyclone ahead of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary reopening. FULL STORY
Gold Coast
Body found at popular family swimming spot
A woman‘s body was pulled from a popular Gold Coast swimming spot. MORE DETAILS
Family left with no home after ‘disappointing’ City tree response
Council admit being aware of a dangerous tree before it fell and destroyed a home during ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred – but have said there was little they could do at the time given conditions.
Mayor’s rocky solution to mud sliding locals
Mayor Tom Tate had a stoney response for locals leaving behind boogie boards and cardboard – and a wrecked hill – after a mud-sliding session. Read what he had to say here.
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Violent attack near upmarket retail and restaurant hub
A man has been injured in an attempted robbery at an affluent Gold Coast food and retail hotspot. Read what happened.
Cleared Coast cop told ‘back yourself’ following scandal
A respected Gold Coast cop cleared over a chase with alleged armed teens earlier this year has been praised for his action as he prepares to return to the frontline. Read what was said.
How do I protect my house? What about pets? Bushfire season explained
Australia has a sorry history with bushfires – so how do you prepare for every scenario? EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
$5 burritos, bowls: New GYG opening today on southern Gold Coast
A fast-food giant has officially opened its latest store on the southern Gold Coast today and is serving $5 burritos and bowls to celebrate.
Why Qld gun ownership has soared over last five years
Latest figures reveal there has been an almost 30 per cent increase in the number of registered firearms in Queensland in just under five years.
IN PHOTOS: Broadbeach & Turf Club do the Melbourne Cup
Gold Coasters glammed up for Melbourne Cup Day celebrations at the turf club, Moo Moo, Kost and Blowfish. See the photos.
Gold Coast at Large: Melbourne Cup at Nineteen at The Star
Punters put their best frock forward at this year’s Melbourne Cup celebrations at Nineteen at The Star. See the gallery from GC at Large.
Scenes in Washington on eve of election
Scenes in Washington DC on the eve of the 2024 presidential election. Video: Keith Woods.
Eerie scenes in election ground zero
Washington is on tenterhooks – and there are big lessons for Australia. Here’s what visitors to the city are being greeted with.
Accused teen hit-and-run driver fronts court
A Gold Coast teen who allegedly struck a pedestrian – leaving him with serious injuries – and fled the scene has appeared in court for the first time since being charged.
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