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The Ultimate Night Out: Your 2025 Sydney Comedy Festival Guide

With this year marking the event’s 20th anniversary and its biggest program to date, Sydney Comedy Festival is set to roll into town for a month of cracking jokes. 

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Mother’s Day 2025: Thoughtful Gift Ideas For Every Type Of Mum

Find the perfect Mother's Day gift for the most important woman in your life. Our hand-picked selection of unique and thoughtful gifts is sure to make her day.

Travel

These Are The Sights, Scents And Flavours That Define A Trip To Brisbane

 Next-gen artists lighting up the city, tropical islands, ancient rainforests and sun-soaked afternoons await.

Health + Wellness

Upstate Palm Beach

Victoria’s cult-fave Pilates studio Upstate is bringing its signature high-vibe energy to Queensland for the very first time, landing in the heart of Palm Beach—and trust us, this is no ordinary fitness studio.

Cafes

Tarte Tea Garden

Tarte Tea Garden is a dreamy garden escape tucked beside Tarte Beach House in Currumbin.

Food & Drink

‘94 Cafe

'94 cafe is a gathering place for the flavour-obsessed, the wellness-curious, and anyone who believes the best mornings begin with a perfect sip.

Health + Wellness

Navia Bathhouse

Navia, Byron Bay’s latest wellness retreat, is all about slowing down, embracing simplicity, and finding warmth in the contrast between steaming saunas and icy plunges.

Things To Do

This Masterfully Reimagined Swan Lake Is Like Nothing You’ve Ever Seen

Ballet Preljocaj is bringing a reimagined Swan Lake to Brisbane, transforming Tchaikovsky's musical masterpiece into a modern tragedy. 

Food & Drink

The Curated Plate Is Returning To The Sunshine Coast With An Epic Lineup For 2025

Queensland's leading food and drink festival, The Curated Plate is back for 2025—with a stacked lineup of over 60 events. 

Food & Drink

The Best Gold Coast Restaurants For Mother’s Day Feasts In 2025

This Mother’s Day, treat your mum like the queen she is and spoil her with an indulgent lunch at one of the Gold Coast’s best restaurants hosting special Mother’s Day events.

Health + Wellness

Lan Bathhouse

Surfers Paradise just became a little more serene with the arrival of Lan Bathhouse, a dreamy new wellness retreat offering a personalised spa experience designed for deep rejuvenation

Food & Drink

Piada Co. Byron Bay

Piada Co fuses traditional Italian eats with modern street food energy and they’re now taking their game-changing concept to Byron Bay.

Food & Drink

Pink Whale Thai

Surfers Paradise's neon-soaked Pink Whale Thai seamlessly melds boldness and eccentricity with authentic Thai street food.

Food & Drink

Familiar Spirits Distillery

Familiar Spirits Distillery arrives in Burleigh Heads with an intimate cellar door experience.

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Your 2025 Urban List Mother’s Day Gold Coast Gift Guide

This Mother’s Day, skip the generic gifts and celebrate with something truly special, while supporting the incredible small businesses that make the Gold Coast shine. 

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. 

What's On

25 Things To Do With Mum This Mother’s Day On The Gold Coast

Get ready to earn fave child status with these 30 awesome things to do on the Gold Coast this Mother’s Day.

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

Mona Lisa’s Lair

Mona Lisa’s Lair is Miami Marketta’s new intimate restaurant and Champagne bar, serving up a French-inspired menu in a space that oozes moody Parisian charm. 

Health + Wellness

Fice Recovery

Fice Recovery in Burleigh is designed to treat your body to serious R&R. Owned by a former professional boxer, it is a tropical recovery haven, complete with beautiful and invigorating hot and cold contrast therapy equipment. 

Food & Drink

Bobby Bang’s

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

Travel

8 Reasons You Need To Book A Winter Vacay To New Zealand In 2025

With a massive 5-day birthday sale going on right now at Air New Zealand, there’s no excuse not to get your diaries out and start organising your next unforgettable adventure.  

Food & Drink

Brisbane’s Fireside Is Back To Kick Off The City’s Biggest Dining Program With A Bang

Taking place on Friday 30 May within the enchanting Grounds of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Fireside will take your tastebuds on a decadent journey with dishes and tipples from Brisbane’s most celebrated venues.

Food & Drink

Where To Find The Gold Coast’s Best Matcha In 2025

Matcha has taken over the Gold Coast and it only seems to be growing in popularity. What was once an outlier in the morning beverage scene is now a firmly established drink of choice for many.

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.

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.

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.

Features

Your Ultimate Guide To The Barossa Valley With Andy Allen

Here's your ultimate Eat, Play, Stay guide to the Barossa Valley with Andy Allen.

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. 

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.

Food & Drink

Amore Ristorante

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

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.

Things To Do

Dine In Vineyards And On Mountaintops At This Month-Long Food Festival

The Scenic Rim's Eat Local Month is back, hosting over 120 culinary events from late May to June. 

Food & Drink

20 Of The Best New Openings On The Gold Coast In 2025

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.

Things To Do

Coastal Walks And Titanique: Sandy McIntyre’s Ideal Sydney Winter Weekend

Sandy McIntyre is the actor, writer, producer and model making waves across Australia’s creative scene. We picked their brains on the best of what to do in Sydney this winter season. 

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. 

Things To Do

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. 

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.

Travel

11 Of The Best Places To Stay On Hamilton Island In 2025

Explore the best Hamilton Island accommodation options, from luxury resorts to family-friendly stays and secluded villas. Whether you're after a romantic escape, family holiday, or relaxing retreat, our guide will help you find the perfect Hamilton Island resort for your dream getaway.

Local Escapes

17 Of The Best Scenic Rim Accommodation Options

Get those tabs open—it’s time to do some serious bookmarking. These are our top picks for the best Scenic Rim accommodation.

Food & Drink

The Gold Coast’s Best Teppanyaki Restaurants Worth Grabbing Your Chopsticks For

At Urban List, flames and flavour go hand in hand. Who doesn't love the sizzling, smoky, tantalising goodness of teppanyaki?

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. 

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.

Food & Drink

22 Of The Absolute Best Restaurants In Burleigh Heads In 2025

To help get your next weekend or holiday sorted, here are 22 of best restaurants in Burleigh Heads.

Things To Do

50 Free (Or Cheap) Things To Do On The Gold Coast

We’ve foraged together 50 awesome things to do on the Gold Coast that are fun, sometimes tasty and maybe even free.

Food & Drink

11 Of The Gold Coast’s Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffets In 2025

Forks at the ready. Serve yourself a plate (or 20) at one of these 11 best buffets on the Gold Coast right now.

Food & Drink

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

The Kennel Tap Room & Sports Bar

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

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.

Fam

The Suburban List: Your One-Stop Guide To Buying Your First Home

So you’re ready to take the leap and buy your first home? Here’s how to find the right place to fit your lifestyle, your future, and your community.

Food & Drink

What’s Open On ANZAC Day On The Gold Coast (Updated 2025)

ANZAC Day is all about commemorating our diggers, past and present, but, it is also the crown jewel in a string of public holidays that simply can’t be wasted vegging out on the couch after the annual dawn service. 

Food & Drink

35 Of The Best Breakfast Cafes On The Gold Coast In 2025

We’ve got you covered from north to south, with the best cafes on the Gold Coast to keep you caffeinated and re-fuelled. 

Food & Drink

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

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.

Things To Do

Catch Your Fave Blockbuster Flicks With A Live Symphony Orchestra This Month

Certain things in life just work together in perfect harmony, like a live symphony orchestra playing the soundtrack to your favourite film.

Travel

The Absolute Best Accommodation In Byron Bay In 2025

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

Food & Drink

60+ Cafes, Restaurants & Bars Open This Easter Long Weekend On The Gold Coast

This Easter long weekend on the Gold Coast, we’re pointing you in the direction of some of our favourite cafes, restaurants and bars.

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. 

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.