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This New York Times Bestselling Book-Turned-Play Is Coming To Brisbane In April

Whether you’re a full-blown bibliophile or someone who simply enjoys a good page-turner, chances are you’ve come across The Dictionary of Lost Words.

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Here’s Where You Can Grab A Free Chandon Spritz This Month

Summer might be coming to a close, but there’s no need to go thirsty.

What's On

What’s On In The Gold Coast This Weekend, Month And Beyond

Here are the best events you don't want to miss happening on the Gold Coast this weekend. 

Food & Drink

Bobby Bang’s

Bobby Bang’s is where cafe classics meet Asian-inspired flair.

Local Escapes

The Shores Miami

Just 200 metres from the beach, The Shores Miami is a masterclass in retro cool meets coastal luxury.

Gifts

Studio Ohara

Born from a passion for crafting unforgettable experiences through stunning floral artistry, Studio Ohara has quickly established itself as one of the Gold Coast’s premier florists. 

Food & Drink

Cook Club

Perched on 200 acres of lush Gold Coast hinterland at Mudgeeraba’s Boomerang Farm, Cook Club is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the tastebuds.

Gifts

25 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas That Your Special Someone Will Love

Upgrade everything from picnic-dates to love-making with these great Valentine's Day gift ideas. 

News

A Dazzling Australian-First Light And Sound Show Is Coming To Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

In a first for the Southern Hemisphere, a world-class celestial light installation is launching at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary in March 2025.

Food & Drink

25+ Valentine’s Day Dinners And Date Ideas On The Gold Coast

Want to take your hot date to one of the best restaurants on the Gold Coast for Valentine's Day? Here's a helpful list of some of the most romantic restaurants on the Gold Coast.

Food & Drink

The Ducks at Hotel Brunswick

The Ducks at Hotel Brunswick, a highly anticipated culinary collaboration between the renowned Three Blue Ducks team and Hotel Brunswick, has made its debut.

Local Escapes

TRYP By Wyndham Southport

Queensland's first TRYP by Wyndham hotel has officially opened in Southport as part of the impressive $3.8 billion Imperial Square development.

Food & Drink

Gelato Gemelli

The Gemelli empire is about to get even sweeter with the highly anticipated opening of Gelato Gemelli.

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Amore Ristorante

Amore Ristorante brings vibrant Italian flavours to the heart of Southport.

News

A New Eco-Resort Is Hitting The Whitsundays In 2027—And It’s Wildly Luxurious

Babe, wake up—a new luxury eco-resort is set to drop in 2027. After a ten-year hiatus, Hook Island is making its return thanks to Epochal Hotels’ CEO Glenn Piper. 

Health + Wellness

10 Wellness Spots Around Brisbane To Help You Thrive In ‘25

New Year = time to give your mind, body and soul a well-deserved reset.

Food & Drink

13 Of The Best New Openings On The Gold Coast Right Now

These openings on the Gold Coast are set to shake up a scene that’s already bursting at the seams with wining and dining goodness.

Fashion

Janine Edwards Boutique

Janine Edwards has landed in the heart of Mermaid Beach, bringing premium denim and sought-after fashion labels to The Oxley precinct.

Food & Drink

Harahetta Ramen

Harahetta Ramen is the newest kid on the block to join the Gold Coast ramen scene, quickly earning rave reviews and a steady following of chopstick-wielding devotees. 

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X-Golf Ashmore

A $1.5 million, 600sqm indoor golf entertainment precinct is breaking ground as one of the Gold Coast’s premier destinations for simulated golf. 

Food & Drink

Bridges MD Belgian Dining

Tucked away alongside Currumbin Creek, Bridges MD Belgian Dining brings a slice of Belgium right to the Gold Coast. 

Travel

23 Gorgeous Tiny Houses Around South East Queensland You Can Actually Stay In

A tiny house is exactly what you need to escape from big city life. Everything is in one (small) space, so you can kick back, relax, and enjoy some me-time. 

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16 Of The Best Gold Coast Florists To Share The Bloomin’ Love

We don’t want you to fall short in your flower-giving duties, so we’ve hunted down the best florists on the Gold Coast.

Travel Tips

Here’s How You Can More Than Double Your Annual Leave In 2025

Thanks to those long couple of years we were grounded at home, we’re guessing plenty of you have clocked some serious annual leave days, so why not start thinking ahead and planning your next big adventure?

Food & Drink

Byron Bay Oyster Bar

Inspired by the lively oyster bars of New England and New York, this stylish new spot combines laid-back coastal vibes with an elevated dining experience.

Food & Drink

Marina Social

Marina Social offers a more casual breakfast and lunch take on the Social Eating House experience, nestled in the heart of Marina Mirage.

Monsieur Chow

Monsieur Chow is the elevated new direction of Ally Chow where French sophistication meets pan-Asian flavours in a unique fusion dining experience.

Health + Wellness

Vikasati Bathhouse | Southport

Vikasati Bathhouse has already made an indelible mark on Brisbane’s holistic wellness scene and has just launched its first Gold Coast location. 

Things To Do

The Scenic Rim Farm Gate Trail Is Returning Twice In 2025

It's the perfect excuse to jump in the car, directly support the primary producers that feed us, and take in some fresh countryside air.

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10 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas That Go Beyond Flowers And Chocolates

From hot air balloon rides to pasta-making courses and classic picnics.

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Here’s How to Nail Your Partner’s Love Language This Valentine’s Day, According To Lucy Neville

Love languages were conceived over 30 years ago to help couples better show up for each other, but the internet’s fascination with relationship optimisation has thrust these five acts back into the cultural zeitgeist.

Food & Drink

Ciccio’s Pizza And Gelato

Ciccio’s offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience combining Italy’s iconic duo–pizza and gelato.

Food & Drink

Tokyo Doll

Bringing together modern Japanese cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails, and hours of high-energy entertainment, Tokyo Doll is quickly becoming  Byron's go-to spot.

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YOT Club

Queensland's ever-iconic floating club is back in full force, and YOT Club 2.0 has relaunched with a makeover that’s nothing short of jaw-dropping.

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The Kennel Tap Room & Sports Bar

A dog-friendly sports bar and taproom has found its way to Tamborine Mountain. 

Food & Drink

Bar Monte Is Miami’s New Neighbourhood Italian Joint From The Light Years Crew

Bar Monte is equal parts sophisticated and playful; a welcome splash of vibrancy into Miami’s dining scene.

Travel

Singapore Airlines Just Announced Huge Flight Deals To Your Fave Vacay Destinations

Dragged yourself back into the office needing a holiday from your holiday? It’s no secret that the silly season can leave even the most festive-spirited feeling a little flat. Luckily enough, Singapore Airlines has just the solution. 

Food & Drink

The Gold Coast’s Most Romantic Restaurants For Date Night

These are the 11 most romantic restaurants on the Gold Coast—perfect for everything from first dates to anniversaries.

Food & Drink

Madame V

 Madame V will blend traditional and modern Asian flavours, offering an exquisite à la carte dining experience and signature Yum Cha Sundays.

Food & Drink

Blaire’s Bistro

Just as the Gold Coast starts to heat up for summer, Burleigh’s buzzing dining scene is getting a refresh of its own.

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Bar Leo Food & Wine

Nestled away in the back streets of Bundall, this local suburban restaurant will transport you to a Mediterranean dream.

Food & Drink

Sefa Kitchen

Sefa Kitchen, a much-loved Middle Eastern Bondi institution has just made its Byron Bay debut. 

Food & Drink

25 Of The Best Gold Coast Cheap Eats For Under $20

Low on funds? Don’t sweat it, because we’ve done you and your back pocket a major solid, penning a list of the best cheap eats on the Gold Coast.

Local Escapes

The Best Luxury Hotels On The Gold Coast In 2025

Summer's just around the corner—time to book yourself a luxury holiday. 

Food & Drink

The Feed | The Gold Coast Food News You Need To Know

The food news has been coming in thick and fast on the Gold Coast, to make sure that you're on top of all the tasty things happening we've wrapped up everything that you need to know.

Food & Drink

Lulu Rooftop & Bar

Surfers Paradise is about to level up its nightlife scene with the grand opening of Lulu Rooftop & Bar, and trust us—you’ll want to be there from day one.

Health + Wellness

Merse Wellness Spa

Carving a little time out of your day for self-care just got easier for those in that 'awkward middle ground between the Gold Coast and Brisbane' with the opening of Merse Wellness Spa, a luxe new destination for relaxation and recuperation.

Local Escapes

Raes On Wategos

Breathtaking Northern Rivers hotel Raes on Wategos will expand its footprint to a second property in late 2024, taking over the former Victoria’s at Wategos site less than 100 metres away from the beachfront icon.

Food & Drink

Lars Bar & Grill

Wood-fired steak, hyper-local seafood and a head chef with seriously impressive creds—Lars Bar & Grill has just opened in Mermaid Beach and we’re hyped about it. 

Health + Wellness

19 Of The Best Gold Coast Day Spas To Treat Yourself At

It’s high time you carved out some time to de-stress and rejuvenate with our pick of the best days spas on the Gold Coast in 2025.

Things To Do

All The Queensland Music Festivals Happening In 2025 And Beyond

Pull up your calendar and block out a weekend (or seven) and tune into some unmissable festivals coming to our corner of the world. 

Food & Drink

Where To Find The Best Oyster Happy Hours On The Gold Coast

If there’s one thing all oyster lovers can agree on, it’s the pure bliss of smashing through a dozen (or two) without blowing the budget—leaving plenty of coin for a cheeky glass of sparkling to match. 

Food & Drink

Gitana Spanish Wine Bar

A touch of the Mediterranean has landed in Byron Bay with the opening of Gitana, a Spanish wine bar located in the lively Nourish Habitat precinct.

Food & Drink

Costa Taco | Broadbeach

In seriously delicious news for Broadbeach locals, cult-fave Mexican restaurant Costa Taco has opened in Broady and we couldn't be more excited. It has ignited Broadbeach's dining scene, breathing new energy into the iconic yellow building on the corner of Armrick Avenue, proving that sometimes the most mouthwatering revivals come wrapped in a tortilla.

Health + Wellness

City Cave | Gold Coast

Update 29 July 2024: In celebration of National Friendship Day on 30 July, selected City Cave’s across Australia will open their doors to plus ones for a limited time, free of charge, with every couples float or sauna booking.

Food & Drink

Piada Co | Burleigh Heads

If there’s one thing Gold Coasters love, it’s Italian cuisine. What about authentic Italian street food? Now we’re talking. Chuck in a prime location in the heart of Burleigh Heads and you’ve got all the ingredients for the Gold Coast’s next big thing.

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17 Of The Best Gold Coast Flower Delivery Services To Spoil Someone Special

If you’re looking to spoil your special someone or simply want to send some floral happiness to a friend, a blooming bouquet is the way to go.

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This Aussie Beach Brand’s Kaleidoscopic Range Is Perfect For Snagging A Cabana Spot

Aussie-owned beach brand LiFE! has been bringing a bold dose of colour to our shores since they launched 20 years ago, and these legends have just released a new range that’s serious about sun safety. 

Food & Drink

Burly Bar Is The Stunning New Two-Storey Gin Bar Levelling Up Currumbin

A stunning fitout, artfully curated drinks and a standout small plates menu—Burly Bar has all the makings of a top-tier bar.

Food & Drink

Tarte Market

As if Tarte Bakery wasn’t already a household name on the Gold Coast, they’ve dropped a sweet, sweet bombshell on us with the opening of Tarte Market.

Food & Drink

FARINA & Co.

If a European bakery, cafe and pasta bar had a lovechild, FARINA & Co. might be it. 

Food & Drink

Cafe Junie

Any Gold Coaster serious about their breakfast game will know Refinery Coffee in Currumbin, which has garnered a loyal following for many delicious reasons. And luckily for us, the talented Refinery crew have opened a lush new sister cafe in Carrara. 

Food & Drink

The Sporting Globe Surfers Paradise

A new sports, entertainment and lifestyle hub has opened in Surfers Paradise, with the highly anticipated launch of Australia's largest Sporting Globe sports bar and brewpub. 

Homewares

11 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Nurseries And Plant Shops

The Gold Coast is brimming with plant shops and nurseries ready to help you bring your green thumb dreams to life.

Things To Do

What’s Behind The Rise Of Pickleball And Where You Can Play It On The Gold Coast

Whether you're a total newbie looking to dip a toe in, or have already well and truly caught the pickleball fever, here is Urban List’s ultimate guide to getting your pickleball game on.

Things To Do

Your 2025 Guide To Mullumbimby—Where To Eat, Play And Stay

Mullumbimby is big on charm, slow living and character in equal measure. Here's your 2025 Mullum guide.

Local Escapes

Basq House

Hot on the heels of several new hotel openings in Byron Bay, Basq House is a private oasis in the heart of the village centre, complete with a temperature-controlled magnesium pool, a rooftop retreat, and stunning interiors. 

Food & Drink

Robina Farmers Market

The Gold Coast’s newest market was born from a love of sharing food and a desire for everyone to have access to quality, locally sourced produce—and we dig it. Robina Farmers Market is a family affair, with Lexi Povel and her parents-in-law Peter and Tania Robb inspired to support small and local. 

Food & Drink

Kiyomi

If you have a penchant for top-notch Japanese food—and seriously, who doesn’t— then you must add Kiyomi to your Gold Coast dining bucket list. A refined masterpiece within The Star Gold Coast’s culinary crown, this is fine dining that oozes elegance.

Food & Drink

The Homestead

The Gold Coast’s newest wedding and events venue has just opened at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, as part of the award-winning attraction’s newest, multi-million-dollar tourism precinct. The aptly named ‘The Homestead’ draws inspiration from the iconic Queenslander style, complete with a wraparound verandah, soaring ceilings and a huge sandstone fireplace. Read: it’s impressive.