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SHOPPING like a pro is no easy feat. Knowing how to update your wardrobe while keeping your hip pocket happy is a lot harder than Carrie Bradshaw made it look.
2004 history Flashback: Craig Stevens steps aside
IAN Thorpe declared he would only accept a place in the 400m freestyle at the Athens Olympics if Craig Stevens withdrew of his own accord.
Our city Crowds cram Surfers for free gigs
A decision to throw an extra $100,000 at musical acts has reaped rewards for Surfers Paradise LIVE organisers — and a big increase is planned next year.
Coast Taste 5 of the best: French toast
WHAT’S a diner to do when they like to keep it sweet in the morning but are sick of pancakes? An old breakfast favourite French toast is making a comeback with some elegant accompaniments
Coast icon The man who built animal’s paradise
IT’S one of the Gold Coast’s great tourist attractions and it is turning 70 this year. But how did Currumbin Sanctuary come to be? Here’s the story of Alex Griffiths became an icon.
Tell all ‘I was wrapped up in my ego, delusional’
Paul Briggs has never spoken extensively about the night he stepped into a boxing ring with Danny Green and left it with his reputation in tatters — until now.
Epic machines Gold Coast congestion-beaters for sale
IF you’re sick of battling congestion on Gold Coast roads and prepared to break untold laws this WWII-era tank should do the trick.
Weekend party Gold Coast’s tourism ‘grand finale’
GOLD Coast tourism bosses say this weekend will be a “grand finale” for the Glitter Strip as they say goodbye to the warmer months. Here’s what you can do to make the most of this weekend.
Coast Taste 5 of the best: French toast
WHAT’S a diner to do when they like to keep it sweet in the morning but are sick of pancakes? An old breakfast favourite French toast is making a comeback with some elegant accompaniments
Best of Gold Coast Top 10 dog activities on the Gold Coast
PLANNING a doggie date? Here’s where to spend quality time with your furry friend whether it’s a bit of dog yoga or sipping on a pupacino.
Coast Taste Hellenika and Marketta in Greek feast
TWO of the Gold Coast’s hottest foodie destinations will team up for one epic lunch.
Best of Gold Coast Top 10 dog activities on the Gold Coast
PLANNING a doggie date? Here’s where to spend quality time with your furry friend whether it’s a bit of dog yoga or sipping on a pupacino.
Cute and cuddly Orphan wombats need some love
THERE are two little orphan wombats at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary named Janome and Lee and their stubby legs are revved up and ready to run.
Entertainment Free peek into exclusive Aquis Farm
A WEEKEND window into an exclusive world will open to visitors this weekend as Aquis Farm opens its gates for the nation’s richest show jumping competition — and entry is free.
Maritime hazards Tweed Bar worst in 30 years, boaties say
THE NOTORIOUS Tweed Bar is the most dangerous it has been in 30 years according to Tweed boaties and fishermen.
Boaties galore Brace for Easter Broadwater crowds
VOLUNTEER Marine Rescue crews on the Gold Coast will be at full strength from Friday in anticipation for one of their busiest weekends of the year.
Politics Red tape halts super yacht boom
THE Gold Coast is likely to be the big loser unless the federal government reduces red tape which restricts super yachts visiting the Glitter Strip, warns Treasurer Curtis Pitt.
Flying Why you have to bring your seat upright
THERE are so many things we can’t do, or have to do, during a flight. Now a flight attendant reveals the reasons for all those annoying rules.
Airline woes Jetstar is worst airline in the world
ONE in three Jetstar passengers cop flight delays and the average hold up is nearly four hours, landing the airline an embarrassing ranking.
Big spenders Japan’s $119m love affair with Coast
JAPANESE visitors are back in love with the Gold Coast. fuelling $30 million in extra tourism spending for a total of $119m in the past year.
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Gold Coast beaches record busiest season yet but a huge challange looms for lifesaving guardians
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Best of the Gold Coast: Top 10 activities for dogs
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Remember when: Gold Coast school enrolments boomed in the 1960s as groyne plan proposed
MORE than 1000 children started school for the first time in a day of record enrolments for Gold Coast and district schools.
Hollywood power couple Elon Musk and Amber Heard make themselves at home on the Gold Coast
HOLLYWOOD power couple Amber Heard and Elon Musk have fast become regulars on the Gold Coast dining and entertainment circuit.
Gold Coast restaurants: Hellenika and Miami Marketta team up for a Greek feast
TWO of the Gold Coast’s hottest foodie destinations will team up for one epic lunch.
Remember when: The State Government wanted Gold Coast companies to be involved in Star Wars
THE Gold Coast’s high technology park at Labrador was open to companies involved in the controversial American Star Wars space programme.
Mat Rogers shares touching insight into life with son Max eight years after he was diagnosed with autism
MAT Rogers is pleased to tell you his son is doing great. That said, he’s honest enough to admit he has no idea what comes next.
Homelessness Connect volunteer says asking for help was harder than living rough
WHEN his father passed away 10 years ago, Peter McGregor’s life went spiralling out of control. He reveals how he turned his life around after being homeless.
Mayor promises ferry terminals will help give people access to the future Gold Coast cultural precinct
FERRY terminals between Surfers Paradise and Evandale park will help solve traffic issues which threaten to plague the future cultural precinct.
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Backlash against accused Aussie
AS CASSANDRA Sainsbury’s family pleads for help from the public, a backlash is forming from those who doubt her story.
Trump’s next 100-day game plan
ANALYSIS: President Trump’s ambitious promises he couldn’t fulfil during his first 100 days in the Oval Office are now coming back to bite him.
Rep footy headache
SHOULD NRL clubs have the power to hold players back from representative football? Join the debate between Tom Boswell and Emma Greenwood.
Rep footy headache
SHOULD NRL clubs have the power to hold players back from representative football? Join the debate between Tom Boswell and Emma Greenwood.
What to see at the movies right now
CAN’T decide what movie to see this week? National movie reviewer Leigh Paatsch has every current release covered to make your choice easier.
How to shop like a pro on Coast
SHOPPING like a pro is no easy feat. Knowing how to update your wardrobe while keeping your hip pocket happy is a lot harder than Carrie Bradshaw made it look.