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After 10 Years This Iconic Ipswich Pub Has Re-Opened With A Mammoth Restoration

Clear your social cals, here’s everything you need to know about your new and improved local.

Food & Drink

The Gold Coast’s Best Craft Breweries Worth Frothing Over

Whether you’re a seasoned beer swiller or just love a reason to get out and socialise; we’ve rounded up the best breweries on the Gold Coast and nearby.

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Bridges MD Belgian Dining

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

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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.

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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.

Things To Do

The Gold Coast Is Scoring A Huge Entertainment Venue—Have Your Say And Win $250

Want to see the likes of Billie Eilish performing in our backyard?

Travel

The Absolute Best Accommodation In Byron Bay In 2024

From luxury stays to budget escapes and everything in between, here is our guide to the best accommodation in Byron Bay. 

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The U:L Fashion 50: Everything Essential For Style Right Now

From white tees to iconic sneakers and modern denim, this is the best of the best in wardrobe essentials.

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. 

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.

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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.

Food & Drink

Tempered Corn Chocolate And Cone-ception: Tarts Anon’s Gareth Whitton On The Future Of Dessert

We had a yarn with Gareth Whitton about the top Aussie dessert businesses and pop-ups that he believes are redefining the world of all things sweet.

Features

Boundary-Pushing Blooms: September Studio’s Bryce Heyworth On The Future Of Floristry

Lavish bouquet-filled tablescapes fill our feeds and online orders for bouquets are booming—the internet has transformed the floristry industry, and we’re lapping it up

Food & Drink

The Feed | The Gold Coast Food & Drink 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

The Kennel Tap Room & Sports Bar

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

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Madame V

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

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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.

Things To Do

The Best Gold Coast Christmas Markets To Get You In The Festive Spirit

Get your gifts, eat a mince pie and listen to some carols at these Gold Coast Christmas markets. 

Gifts

Ditch The Stocking Fillers: The Best Thoughtful Gifts Ideas For Christmas 2024

To help you nail your Christmas shopping list with the perfect prezzie this year, we've curated six unique and sentimental gifts that'll hit the brief and win you max brownie points. 

Things To Do

Where To Get Santa Photos On The Gold Coast In 2024

It’s that magical time of year again, and if you’re looking to capture the perfect festive moment, we’ve got you covered with the best Santa photo locations on the Gold Coast/Yugambeh language region.

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Sefa Kitchen

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

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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.

Features

Dining Out, Dialled Up—How Dinner And A Show Has Reached The Next Level

Once upon a time, dinner was enough. You came, you saw, you ate, you drank. Now? Well, it’s an endless adventure with wild possibilities.

Homewares

Get Into The Groove With The Best Record Players For Beginners

Attention vinyl enthusiasts! Unearth the crème de la crème of record players in Australia with hit list. From timeless vintage vibes to cutting-edge marvels, we've curated a selection of the best turntables around.

Food & Drink

Fast Food Joints And Social Enterprises: Atlas Dining’s Charlie Carrington On The Future Of Food

Robots delivering dishes, lab-grown meat and 3D-printed veggies—imaginations run wild when thinking about the future of food.

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.

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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.

Local Escapes

Seek Out Some Serenity At 5 Of Queensland’s Prettiest Beach Towns

We’re spilling the beans on five Queensland beach towns that haven’t lost their quaint, quiet charm. Book yourself a beachfront cabin and hit the road. 

Food & Drink

13 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Surf Clubs For Beachfront Dining In 2024

The best place to view the Gold Coast's spectacular shores (while indulging in a cheeky nibble or sip) is from the deck of a surf club.

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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.

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.

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.

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FARINA & Co.

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

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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. 

Local Escapes

13 Of The Best National Parks In Queensland

If you thought you had to leave our state to find an impressive natural sight, think again—the best national parks in Queensland are worth using your annual leave for.

Food & Drink

15 Of The Best Cafes In Currumbin And Tugun For Brunch Dates

It’s time for a round or three of cafe-hopping in Currumbin and Tugun.  

Local Escapes

The Best Luxury Hotels On The Gold Coast

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

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. 

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

10 Of The Best High Teas On The Gold Coast In 2024

Whether you're treating mum or just feeling fancy, here's where to find the best high tea on the Gold Coast.

Food & Drink

Tommy’s Taco Bar Is Currumbin’s Vibrant New Taqueria From The Tommy’s Italian Crew

Tommy’s Taco Bar is the vibrant, tequila-wielding little brother of Tommy’s Currumbin.

Travel

Here’s Your Guide To The Ultimate Aussie Roadie For 2024

Plus, win an adventurous Aussie holiday worth up to $3.5K.

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. 

Local Escapes

Pethers Rainforest Retreat

Pethers Rainforest Retreat brings new meaning to the phrase 'romantic escape'; here you'll find ten sprawling and luxurious treehouses nestled away on five hectares of lush rainforest. If privacy and peaceful seclusion is what you're after, Pethers has it in spades.

Food & Drink

Dipcro Pastry

When a talented pastry chef and their business savvy partner team up to create a chic patisserie cafe, you know you’re going to be in for quite the treat and that is definitely the case with Dipcro Pastry. 

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Doughed

It’s no secret that we’ve fallen head over heels for Doughed, and for three very valid (and delicious) reasons…cookies, doughnuts and sandwiches—need we say more? 

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The Most Beautiful Gold Coast Wedding Venues For Your Big Day

Getting hitched? Let this be your handy guide to exploring the best wedding venues on the Gold Coast and nearby. 

Food & Drink

10 Of The Best Wineries Within Driving Distance Of The Gold Coast

Many sips and nibbles later, we’ve identified the top ten wineries on the Gold Coast and surrounds.

Food & Drink

Madame V Is Palm Beach’s New Modern Asian-Inspired Venue From The Little Truffle Team

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

Food & Drink

Franc Jrs | Nobby Beach

A feeling of devastation settled over the Gold Coast when Francie’s Pizzeria closed their doors for renovations in early 2022, with the only solace being that they would be back, with a promise of new and improved. 

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Holy Ship Restaurant

The Northern Gold Coast’s burgeoning culinary scene has gained a novel culinary experience unlike anything we’ve seen before. Allow us to introduce Holy Ship Bar & Restaurant, an unparalleled dining experience on the glistening waters of Marina Mirage.

Restaurants

Ramen Danbo Pimpama

Ramen Danbo has come a long way from their origins in Chikushino, on one of Japan’s southern islands. After opening their first store in 2000, news of their supreme noodles spread to the rest of the island, then the entire country, and these days Ramen Danbo is an international sensation. At their Pimpama store, they’re breaking the internet once again with Australia’s first drive thru ramen, where you can now grab a bowl of tonkotsu on the run. 

Food & Drink

Sunkist Eatery

If you needed another sign that Mermaid Beach, or Nobby Beach to us locals, is the rising star of the Southern Gold Coast’s burgeoning culinary scene, the opening of Sunkist Eatery could be it. 

Travel

These Luxe Hotels In Tropical North Queensland Are Our Editor’s Go-To For A Getaway

Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef, immerse yourself in indigenous culture and unwind at one of Crystalbrook Collection's sustainable luxe hotels. Trust us when we say, a trip to Cairns is a truly unforgettable escape. 

Food & Drink

JUJU Is Mermaid’s Playful New Multi-Level Restaurant And Bar Where Fine Dining Meets Euro Party

Fine dining meets Euro-inspired party vibes at the sprawling split-level hospitality venue.

Things To Do

All The Queensland Music Festivals Happening In 2024 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

Buoy

Sitting pretty in the burgeoning foodie hub that is Nobby Beach lies Buoy, standing out like a beacon to hungry passerbys. This new breakfast hotspot is primely located in Nobby’s highly-anticipated new dining precinct, The Oxley and if you don’t spot the whitewashed cafe first, you’ll certainly smell the freshly roasted coffee.

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Kirra Beach House

Perched directly above Kirra Beach Hotel on the second level of Kirra Point Precinct, Kirra Beach House is a jaw-dropping 1200 sqm beachfront dining masterpiece. The dining, drinking and event destination boasts uninterrupted ocean views from every vantage point, unlike anything we’ve seen before.

Food & Drink

Azure Bar and Grill

Named for Byron Bay's iconic blue waters, Azure Bar and Grill boasts both a open-air bar and grill terrace and a fine dining restaurant space. Nestled within Elements of Byron's luxury beachfront resort, the sleek restaurant is headed up by world-renowned chef Ebony Baker and has a strong ethos of celebrating Byron Bay and surrounds' finest produce.

Things To Do

IceBar Surfers Paradise

The Gold Coast is known for being home to some of Australia’s most wild attractions, and we have another to add to the ever-growing list. The only venue of its kind in Queensland, IceBar is calling Surfers Paradise home and is bringing much more than ice-cold drinks to the Glitter Strip.