Festivals & Major Events
Pan Pacific Masters Games
THE Pan Pacific Masters Games is one of the biggest sporting events in Australia with more than 10,000 competitors from all over the world converging on the Gold Coast.
All major events
Beaches
Spacious, sandy beaches rate highly on most Gold Coast holiday must-do lists, and there's a stretch of sand to suit swimmers, surfers, families and those who like to spread out.
Best beaches
Popular beaches
Hinterland
Only a short drive from the coast, the Gold Coast Hinterland opens up a world of rainforests, wineries and breweries, scenic drives and walks, and welcoming villages.
Hinterland guide
Accommodation
As Queensland's number one holiday destination, the Gold Coast has a range of accommodation, including resorts, apartments, B&Bs;, hotels and motels, backpackers, and caravan and camping parks.
Popular suburbs
Holiday planners
Tours
An organised tour is a smart way to experience any aspect of the Gold Coast with those who know it best - browse and book the most popular tour options.
For the kids
Restaurants
News
Brace for a 1960s style battering
10 November 2010 | Lucy Ardern
RESIDENTS are being warned to brace themselves for a repeat of violent weather patterns last seen on the Gold Coast in the 1960s and 1970s.
Glassing sentences too soft: Judge
10 November 2010 | Leah Fineran
TOUGHER jail sentences for glassing offenders are needed to slow the growing number of attacks on the Glitter Strip, according to a Gold Coast judge. Vote online.
Dogfight continues despite freedom
10 November 2010 | Jessica Johnston
TANGO the American Staffordshire terrier may be returning home to the Gold Coast after six years away from his loving family but the dog fight is not over.
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Mantra application headed for court
ACCOMMODATION giant Mantra is heading to the Federal Court after one of its trademark applications for the Gold Coast's Q1 tower was refused.
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Blaze to unveil new major sponsors
GOLD Coast Blaze are expected to unveil three major sponsorships over the next fortnight in a concrete sign the revamped NBL is on the right track.
Pearler of a dress from George Gross and Harry Who
TAKE a close look at this dress because 172,000 (count them) oysters disgorged their glittering pearly contents to make this exquisite gown by George Gross and Harry Who.
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