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Say hello to the White Rhino, the Coast’s $4 million, two story restaurant and bar venue located in the Circle on Cavill precinct in Surfers Paradise. 

Craft House is about to become your new fave local. Located in Tugun, the uber cool bar and restaurant is serving up 20 craft beers from 15 local and international breweries so you’ll never go thirsty. Not into beer? No worries, there’s also an impressive wine and cocktail list—we recommend the Tugun Ice Tea. Foodies will be impressed with their share-style menu packed with tasty noms. Think seared scallops with roasted and pickled cauliflower; citrus and Star Anise cured salmon with watermelon and whipped horseradish and lamb cutlets with roasted pumpkin and cucumber jus. This place is all about good vibes so expect live music, comedy nights, beer tasting classes from local breweries and cocktail comps. All in all it’s going to be a cracking good time at the Craft House.

You might recognise this address as the former home of Gold Coast institution Nobby’s Arc. Well the old gal has retired and in her place is The Arc, your new fave watering hole.

Is it just us or does a good brow make you feel like you can take on the world? If you’re nodding your head along with us then you’ll want to pay the talented gang at the iBrow Boutique a visit asap. The Mermaid Beach salon is a tranquil little oasis were, after a consultation on your wants and needs, the technicians will work their magic giving you the perfect set of brows. But that’s not all they do. They also specialise in lash lifts (this is a game changer) as well as spray tans, cosmetic tattooing, make up and a bunch of heavenly skin treatments—there’s even a mini teen facial, sah cute. So if you’re looking to treat yo’self (and you should, every damn day we reckon) then you know where to go.

Located in the heart of this surf-frenzied suburb and its restaurants and cafes, About A Girl is the perfect way to end an afternoon on the beach, by strolling through this friendly and relaxed fashion boutique. With a twist of chilled-out surfer-style pieces from brands like Mink Pink, One Teaspoon, All About Eve and Jorge—this fashion boutique is perfect for a girl who knows how to rock her swagger, without needing to show it all off. It’s the Gold Coast interpretation of the French’s 'effortlessly chic'; casual and unique style wear that suits you to a T.

Located at the northern end of their sprawling venue, The Tropic offers Gold Coasters a more refined experience compared to the laid-back vibe of The Terrace. Boasting stunning views of the coastline, the eatery’s jaw-dropping locale makes you feel as if you’re dining on the edge of the ocean.  

If you’ve been cruising along the GC HWY and spotted what looked like an adorable weatherboard house with a group of genetically blessed people hanging out the front, then you’ve found The Front Yard. The cute-as-a-button former home has been transformed into a creative hub with a gallery, coffee nook, nail bar and uber cool salon. So you can basically walk in looking like a hot mess and strut out looking like a 10! We dig that. 

Granddad Jacks, an epic distillery, is a welcome addition to the ever-growing hub of Miami. The building (formerly Bravo Boards) has been totally transformed into one seriously cool spot with a slick barber shop set up and uber cool barrel room. The space is serving up chic loft vibes with exposed brick walls, arched ceilings, lush hanging greenery, recycled wood and steel beams. And, we have to give a shout out to the epic concrete slab bar—it’s just begging for you to pull up a stool and settle in for the night. 

Calling on all modern, free-spirited brides—this adorable store is for you. Located in an uber cool tin house in Burleigh, inside the studio is a boho dream with warm wood, touches of lush greenery and ornate furnishings. In short—a stylish gal’s paradise. But the real star here is of course, the breathtaking dresses. The gang at Grace Loves Lace specialise in effortless, luxurious and timeless wedding gowns. Handmade from the finest European laces and silks, their beautiful creations are for the modern bride, the vintage lover, the rule breaker and everyone in between. The biggest issue you’ll have here, is narrowing your choice down to just one.

Finn Poké of Byron Bay has migrated north, opening it's doors in Burleigh. 

With a carefully-curated Asian fusion menu of contemporary dishes from Vietnam, Thailand and further afield, this Burleigh Beach waterfront favourite not only offers lust-worthy views across the table but some of the most delish dishes we’ve tucked our knife and fork into. Firstly, quality over quantity is the name of the game here, so you will not leave disappointed after the likes of soft shell crab on betel leaf, Rick’s famous Moreton Bay bug rolls, Kingfish sashimi and king prawn yellow curry. Hot tip? Rick Shores’ outdoor walk-in patio seats are all-time for a vino or frosty beer with a view, plus that golden hour around sunset is extra magical, so plan your night accordingly. Rick Shores is hands down one of the best restaurants on the Gold Coast.

Smack bang in the heart of Tugun, Sticky Rice offers Southern Gold Coasters a refined and modern Thai menu—we’re talking curries and cocktails people. Here you’ll find a selection of small plates celebrating Thai culture with fresh and delicious flavours such as soft-shell crab with chili jam, salmon fillet with Penang sauce, Massaman beef cheek and whole Barramundi. Drooling yet?

Northern Gold Coast has a hidden gem on their hands with this adorable eatery. The second offering from duo Zoe Scorgie and Glen Hordern (their OG Paper Cup opened in Labrador in 2015) is a breath of fresh air in the busy business precinct of Southport. With crisp white walls, lush greenery and wood it’s a calm and relaxing nook to grab a cup of their seriously good coffee and chow down on their healthy noms.

If you, like us, were broken-hearted when Doughnut Time shut up shop then boy do we have some lip-smackingly good news for you—they’re back baby and they’re moving into sought-after Burleigh Heads. The store is set to open its doors next month, AKA the perfect time to grab one of their sugary creations and go for a stroll up Burleigh Hill—‘cause it’s all about balance right?

Move over ice cream sandwiches and Nutella crepes, the king of Hong Kong street desserts, bubble waffles, have landed on the Gold Coast—permanently. Born and raised in Hong Kong themselves, Brissy Bubble Waffle owners first introduced Queenslanders to their creations via various Brisvegas night markets, and have now opened their very own dessert cafe in Surfers Paradise—dubbed Bubbo Dessert. 

It may be across the road from the airport, but this cute AF beach shack style motel will have you forgetting about the plane noise in no time. Situated a hop, skip and a jump to the barely touched, squeaky clean sands of Bilinga Beach, and smack bang in the middle of Kirra and Tugun, you won’t know where to take the free bicycles to first. La Costa has a retro and nostalgic feel with the white picket fence and colourful deck chairs and umbrellas in the courtyard, while the rooms are beautifully simple and have everything you need for a comfortable vacay (and yes they include a minibar if you forget to grab something for a night cap). A short stroll to Mervyn Roy’s for your morning cup of joe and freshly baked scones and then watching the sun rise over the sea, followed by a mid morning acai (from our favs at Niche and Co) will make you never want to leave.

Step inside this moody, monochromatic store and you’ll be sure to find something unique and classic. A crisp white shirt from Viktoria+Woods or perhaps the softest Italian leather bag from Dylan Kain; these brands and many more sit in harmony within Moelleux’s slick designer walls. They stock something for the ladies AND something for the fellas, including a big range of Aussie designers which always brings a smile to our dial. Just be prepared to clean out your wallet and your savings and your entire bank account—ok you get the point—when you stop by because this shop is so damn lust-worthy. 

There’s no denying that Gold Coasters love sinking local brews in the dazzling Queensland sunshine, all year round. Hence why we're frothing over the Coast's newest craft brewery, Lost Palms. You won't miss their giant blush and mint green Miami warehouse, set against the street’s industrial backdrop and otherwise cement landscape. Chill in the outdoor drinking area and get amongst refreshingly unique beers brewed on site in a laid back setup bursting with charisma. 

Ladies, brace yourself for an ovary explosion the second you step foot inside Halo & Horns Company. This totally adorbs childrenswear boutique, located in The Strand at Coolangatta, is stocked with the cutest clothes, just perfect for the special mini-me in your life. 

If you’re after swoon-worthy hair – who isn’t? – then the talented crew at Edwards and Co have got you covered. The brand, which has a celeb following including the likes of Lara Worthington and Samara Weaving, has an impressive six salons across the country and we’re lucky enough to have one right here on the Goldie. Nestled in the heart of Budds Beach away from the hustle and bustle of Surfers Paradise, this little gem is absolutely one to pay a visit.

You know from the name this place is going to be straight-up adorable, and it totally is. The former convenience store-turned-café is honestly so gorgeous you’ll find yourself dropping ‘so cute’ comments the second you step inside. There’s wall to wall bookshelves crammed with colour-coordinated reads, fairy lights strung up next to a chandelier and Persian rugs cover the floor. But despite its obvious beauty, Bumbles – nestled in the heart of Budds Beach - is homely and warm, serving up a menu that makes the simplest thing unbelievably tasty. Or, if you’re feeling daring, you can have what we at The Urban List call a backwards day, where you eat dessert for breakfast and work your way back until you’re having breakfast for dessert. In this case, red velvet cake for brekkie is a safe bet. One of the best breakfasts in Surfers Paradise? You bet! They also make a cracking cuppa and offer high tea on the weekend. What are you waiting for? 

Here at The Urban List we’re absolute suckers for a gorgeous interior. So from the moment we stepped foot inside The Milkman’s Daughter we were positively squealing with delight.

An adorable addition to the Cornerstone Stores precinct is Little Loves Studio. Little Loves brings together local and national kidswear brands including Children of the Tribe, Sweet Child of Mine, Kaisea Swim, Two Tykes, Pop Ya Tot, Our Folk and the Scared Bundle bassinets of your mummy dreams. They can help you out with a sweet selection of nursery finds for all those upcoming baby showers too. 

You know those sunflower field photos that are blowing up all over Insta? Yep, those sun-worshipping beauties are from this place! Farm & Co. is harvesting a variety of crops, and you’re invited to peruse their sunny fields, pick yourself a new yellow friend for $2 and say howdy to some happy chickens. Best enjoyed with a Blackboard coffee in hand (catch the mobile coffee Land Rover most weekends), spend all day filling your camera roll before stopping into their cosy shop stocked with a range of fresh produce, barn-made soups and the friendliest farmers you’ll ever meet. Open seven days, this 30-year-young avocado farm has transformed into something much bigger—a place for Kingscliff locals and visitors to enjoy fresh produce without harmful chemicals, every day of the week.

Burleigh eatery Osteria Del Mare, which is set to open in late June, will offer up fresh pasta daily plus moreish pizza, 100% homemade, naturally risen for 48 hours and cooked straight from the stone. While most of the ingredients will be imported direct from Italy, Chef and Owner Andrea Riva will also source meat and fish locally. With the ethos that everything will be made from scratch, Andrea, who has 20 years’ experience behind him, is hoping his signature charcoal seafood lasagna is a winner with diners. Yeah, we have a good feeling about that one, our mouths are watering just thinking about it. 

If you’re the kind of person who won’t add anything to a space without some serious thought, or who puts in hours of contemplation for that perfect birthday gift, Kind Curations is your store. Minimalist yet perfectly pieced together, Tugun local Kasey is bringing a bunch of new-to-the-Coast brands together under one roof. Such as LA’s Garrett Leight eyewear, Stone Cold Fox and the only Australian stockist of Christy Dawn womenswear. You’ll also lust over footwear by Woven Palm, ceramics by locals Jo Norton, Hunchmark and Sunny Coaster Kim Wallace, or glass wear and candles by Maison Balzac. Yep, we’re already coveting wayyy too much for our bank balance.

For top-notch pizza, pasta and share plates that won’t break the bank, it’s obvious why locals have fallen head over heels for Mermaid Beach’s Goccia. Cosy up inside close to the wood-fired pizza oven or dine alfresco under the festoon lights, Goccia (pronounced ‘gotcha’) is like a warm hug from family, made all the more authentic by the Italian accents taking your order with a smile. In all seriousness though, we’re going to be bold and claim Goccia are serving up some of the absolute best pizzas on the Gold Coast. Bellisimo! 

Size definitely does not matter when it comes to creating a tranquil space, so sashay upstairs at Cornerstone Stores to Earth Essence’s private treatment room. With its leafy outlook, here you can indulge in an organic spa menu from facials to manis and pedis, waxing, microdermabrasion, eye lash extensions and tanning. Or, benefit from a technology originally developed by NASA to grow plants in space—infrared light treatment for cell generation and anti aging. Ah, it sounds like we all need a little Earth Essence in our lives.

An evolution on the typical shopping centre food court experience, The Kitchens is a jaw-dropping foodie precinct within Robina Town Centre. Shop ‘til you drop then be spoilt for choice with 20-plus foodie retailers, purveyors, artisans, interactive cooking workshops, open kitchens and pop-up market stalls, plus rotating musos and buskers. Take your pick from teppanyaki at Saiko, vegan eats from Elixiba, Asian street eats from Roti & Buns and Muso Ramen, plus oh so much more. Did we mention there’s even an espresso martini bar?! 

Fitness mavens, if you’re lurking around the southern end and NEED a new something-something for your activewear collection, this one is for you! Walk through the doors at Prae Store in the beautiful Cornerstone Stores precinct, and you’ll be whisked into a calming boutique lined with hand-selected active wear pieces from P.E. Nation, First Base and Nimble. Together with a range of teas, incense and natural skin care ranges; Prae Store stocks make up by Inika, serums and creams by Cedar + Stone and Edible Beauty, plus more. Not forgetting a wellness-focussed collection of fine jewellery and stones from By Charlotte and Violet Grey, respected for their therapeutic characteristics, and you’re practically gliding into an I-want-to-buy-everything dream. 

A scenic drive south across the NSW border is where you’ll find Taverna, and a slice of Santorini in the sleepy seaside village of Kingscliff. This adorable Greek-inspired eatery will spoil with saganaki-like haloumi, charred octopus with pickled vegetables, and 48-hour slow-cooked lamb; paired perfectly with salty ocean breezes. With its cute peppermint front door and crisp white interiors, you’ll wanna Instagram the heck out of everything. You have been warned. 

Burleigh Heads has another mouth-watering addition to add to its foodie portfolio with Sydney chef Alex Munoz Labart opening his first restaurant in the neighbourhood.   

If you prefer your fruit n veg without copious amounts of sprays and toxins, then you should make your way to Queensland’s only truly organic grower’s market, selling only the best quality produce. Did you know that organic fruit, vegetables and meat have 40 to 90% more antioxidants than commercially-grown food? Us neither, but that coupled with completely affordable prices is a good enough reason to visit Miami’s Organic Farmers Market. Some weekends you’ll find community stalls promoting environmental awareness and natural health practices. So, if you want to get a little more educated on our planet and our produce, pop down and spin a yarn with one of the stallholders. Held every Sunday morning at Miami State High School between 6am and 11:30am.

Held monthly on a Saturday afternoon, at The Green Marquee Twilight Eco Markets expect all the feel-good community vibes as you wander around market stalls adorned with handmade jewellery, recycled clothing, ceramics and vegan skincare; plus delish food trucks, live music to get you grooving, fresh produce from Ground Grocer, coffee and cakes from Pasture & Co., activities for the kids, plus local brewskies from Black Hops, Balter and Ink Gin for the adults. BYO picnic blanket is essential! 

In the 1980s, husband and wife team Vien and Thao started life in Australia as refugees. Today they are the faces behind Runaway Bay's popular Can Tho Kitchen and we’re so glad they chose to call the Gold Coast home. Sharing with us all the mind-blowing Vietnamese flavours we adore, like beef pho, rice paper rolls, and steaming wok and clay pot concoctions; all wrapped up in an energetic and colourful package.

Strategically located at the entrance to Currumbin’s fertile valley—meaning a shorter distance from source to market—this boutique farmers market is certain to become your mid-week ritual. Held every Thursday morning, at the Currumbin Community Markets you can fill your basket with organic fruits and vege, meats, jams and baked goods, then stay for the breezy live music, picnic blanket hangs and activities for the little tots. 

Since opening in early 2014, Bonita Bonita has been a runaway success, delivering some of the best Mexican on the Gold Coast. This is undoubtedly one of our fave restaurants in Mermaid Beach, and it’s all thanks to the tight-knit local team busting their beautiful backsides to bring us next-level foodie fare and ambiance. While we could go on forever, start with the crispy snapper tacos, ceviche, sweet pumpkin empanadas, Bonita Margaritas and tequila with a verdita chaser. The latter are best consumed next door at sexy BonBon Bar. Hola!

On the hunt for a super welcoming coworking space on the Gold Coast? Sometimes you just want to hang out in a spot that doesn’t make you quiver with fear if you accidentally drop a pen. Sure, working in absolute silence can be good for productivity, but you can do that at your own place. The Communal House always has the tunes cranking and comes pre-packaged with people to bounce ideas off across their 12 desks. 

Offering a few different class options from beginner, intermediate and reformer to HIIT and Met Con (metabolic conditioning) this compact Miami studio will help you on your way to a toned bod and refreshed mind in no time. Precision is a huge focus at Pilates and Co. and because of this your workout ensures you stay incredibly mindful as you concentrate on aligning your posture, lifting your pelvic floor, keeping your spine in neutral, lengthening your limbs and the timing of your breath. Complicated much? The smiling staff are superb at talking you through each step with the goal being inner control, and complete coordination of body and mind. Located upstairs of Kira & Kira on the Gold Coast Highway, Pilates & Co.’s introductory offer of four sessions for $80 is one not to be missed. 

If you’re on the hunt for some of the best breakfasts on the Gold Coast we recommend hunting down Mermaid Waters local gem, Double Barrel Kitchen. Get cosy with a cuppa surrounded by rustic décor and friendly baristas while tucking into a seasonally changing menu including the likes of hot smoked trout and zucchini fritters with a side of homemade melting moments cookies. 

Part of the Ground Currumbin collective in the Currumbin Valley Ecovillage, Pasture & Co. cafe offers numerous reasons to jump off the well trod path; think: kangaroos, cold pressed juices and a co-op farmer’s markets. And when you’re finished sipping hot chai and lounging over your scrambled tofu, you can head upstairs for a healing therapy like Shiatsu massage or Kinesiology. 

Another veteran among the best Italian restaurants on the Gold Coast, Ristorante Fellini has been operating, very successfully, for a staggering 20-plus years, so know you’re onto a winner. Located overlooking the water at stunning Marina Mirage, family run Fellini has every element of Italian cuisine absolutely perfected. From meticulously crafted pasta and stuffed zucchini flowers to fresh-off-the-boat seafood, traditional desserts and an extensive wine list. With a team of heavyweight restaurateurs, chefs and sommeliers, Fellini is one of the city’s most respected institutions and will no doubt be sticking around for another few decades yet. Date night, anyone?  

We all feel a little bit spesh when we walk into the historic ex-Southport ambulance station turned cafe and coworking hotspot. Oh, the things those walls would have seen. The creative community at Gold Coast's best coworking space, CoSPACES, has been growing since 2012 and now includes neighbouring building The Station, offering a huge lettable space including over 100 co-working desks, five meeting rooms, larger rooms for private functions, event spaces and a photography studio. 

The eclectic musings of 19 Karen Contemporary Art Gallery are a serious showstopper. Boasting around 100 artists and revolving exhibits, this arsty hub in Mermaid Beach showcases styles ranging from urban street art to Abstract and Surrealism.

With only six reformers, The Pilates Pad boasts an intimate setting where each session is tailored to your request with the instructors focussed on helping each individual achieve their goals from injury rehabilitation, to increasing strength and stability, staying active during a pregnancy or just for overall body tone, The Pilates Pad really benefits everyone. This is the kind of space where you will form friendships and feel part of a tight-knit family. With locations in both Nobby Beach and Varsity Lakes, there will almost always be a reformer free at this, one of the best Pilates studios on the Gold Coast. 

Tucked along the busy Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach, you’d be forgiven for driving straight past Skull & Bones Espresso. Worth tracking down a car park or beating the pavement, the coffee here is consistently good, but make it exceptional with a milkshake sugar fix or one of their famous loaded gourmet bagels. 

These guys are legends among the northern coffee-lovin’ crowd, with their pocket-sized Ashmore barista bar having gained a loyal following over the last few years. Recently taking the next step to expand their empire (you should hear the plans they have on the drawing board!), First Fruits Speciality Coffee now has a buzzing cafe in Labrador that not only allows more space for a kitchen and full breakfast menu, but also their well-patronised barista, cupping and latte art workshops, plus scope to expand their in-house roastery. Hand sourcing coffee graded within the world's top 2% quality, including from Ethiopia, Kenya, Panama, Colombia and more; caffeine literally runs in their blood here and you can’t help but be immersed in their affectionate passion for the humble bean.

Upon walking into this Pilates studio you will be instantly transported to what feels like a Bali retreat; with whitewashed timber floors, a vertical garden wall, leather chairs and pouffes, the most beautiful lampshades, and the ocean lapping not too far away. The Body Method’s light wooden reformer carriages which you’ll melt into (and make you forget you are actually there to workout) also contribute to the comfortable, relaxing and luxurious vibe of this place. 

Their Instagram posts of adorable French bulldogs and pugs (All-Time Coffee are pooch friendly) and drool-inducing vegan-friendly doughnuts are enough to warrant a change from your tried and tested morning routine. These guys live up to their namesake, serving some of the best coffee in Mermaid Beach. If you want an epic doughnut treat, get in before noon or these doughy delights will have already walked out the door. If you’re more of a mid morning riser, we reckon you’ll be pretty stoked with their fun old faves of sweet and savoury toasties and jaffles.

Twenty-five minutes drive inland from Burleigh Heads, near the Bonogin Valley Bushland Park, you will stumble across the welcoming setting that is GrowCa. Signs warn of trotting horses on the roads ‘round this neck of the woods, and usually the only sounds to be heard are the chirp of birds and chatter of cafe goers. Pick up eco-friendly home supplies along with your velvety coffee and haloumi bagel breakfast. 

Emerald Lakes is a mini city within a city that oozes European charm and at the beating heart of this community is Cabukee. Loved for their welcoming smiles, zucchini fritters and coffee brewed every which way under the sun, quality cafe options are sparse in this pocket of the Coast, though the cool crew at Cabukee fills the gap nicely and is pooch-friendly to boot. 

Located next door to the hidden shop front of Iku Yakitori and a stone’s throw from Jimmy Wahs, Mr Hizola’s has found himself in great company—Burleigh Heads is seriously buzzing rn people. Walking along the popular foodie strip you can’t miss the eatery with its neon red sign and bright lanterns drawing customers in, and trust us, you won’t be disappointed if you happen to stumble upon this place.

Dedicated to all things babes and children, at Miami's monthly Hide & Seek Children's Market expect beautifully crafted clothing and accessories, decor, toys, furnishings, family photographers, doulas and oh so much more. Stallholders are handpicked, with an emphasis on those using quality materials and goods that are ethically produced. Adding to the whimsical family-friendly atmosphere at Hide & Seek, there will be yummy food trucks with eats for both the big and little kids, live music, story telling and kids crafts activities. #shopsmall  

Daymaker Espresso is a welcoming cafe on Miami’s high traffic Pacific Avenue. With added grunge factor courtesy of its past life as a workshop, local lads Dylan and Andrew have stripped back the space, uncovering ample workable goodness in the bones of this vintage corner block. With the design inspired by the materials they uncovered during the renovations, they’ve been crafty with recycled old Australian wood, exposed globes and rafters, strategically placed greenery, cement surfaces and industrial fixtures that complete the raw, industrial ambiance.

Indulge in some retail therapy at The Commons Casuarina boutique, Nikkou. The handiwork of uber stylish local lass Tiffany Cooper, Nikkou celebrates femininity through quality designer fashion, accessories and homewares. Perfect for the mindful, modern woman and her equally fashionable babe. Between white walls with blush pink accents, get your shop on and you’ll be divvying up your wardrobe space among Australian favourites and local up-and-comers who you really oughta know. Expect Zulu & Zephyr swimwear and winter knits, Brie Leon accessories, Velvet Canyon sunnies and luxe Estilo Emporio jumpsuits, to name a few. Love locally crafted ceramics, linen homewares or organic baby threads and toys? Scoot into this dreamy boutique and you’ll struggle to come out empty handed.

With the owners of Blackboard Coffee Roasters backing the cafe component of The Commons, you know you’re in for a treat. Proud residents to the area themselves, it is little wonder this team grabbed the opportunity to bring the breakfast dates and caffeinated liquid goods to their new local. All delivered with relaxed yet attentive service in a sun-drenched and texture-filled setting, Tucker has your all-day weekend brunching nosh covered. Think: healthy potato rosti benedict, Green Eggs served with poachies and seasonal greens, daily salads and more. Or, for lunch, Balter beer-battered Mahi Mahi and chips or rigantoni pasta with pan-fried local king and oyster mushrooms are early favourites. 

Hotel Miami is a Miami coworking pad with a retro interior. Looking to attract like-minded designers, artists, photographers, videographers and more, Hotel Miami offers a fully operational photography and video studio equipped with a bunch of lighting and microphone setups. Collaboration is at the heart of what Hotel Miami are doin’ and they’re not going anywhere anytime soon. Rent your hot desk from $29 per day, weekly for $119 or hire out air conditioned offices upstairs for a more permanent set up. This is one of the most accommodating coworking spaces on the Gold Coast that’s suited to workshops, events and even hosting a monthly shindig, First Fridays, showcasing a selected local artist—for free! 

Casuarina has a new home for craft beer lovers and carnivores—aptly named The Crafty Cow. Located within The Commons precinct, here you’ll find meats slow-cooking onsite in a competition-quality meat smoker…yes, the saliva-inducing smells waft for blocks. Come for the Carnivore Platter with 12-hour wood smoked brisket, pulled pork and smoked cransky served with housemade slaw and beer-battered chips. Or, wrap your mouth around the finger-licking smoked brisket sandwich, BBQ sliders or wings with blue cheese. 

If you’ve ever treated yourself to a long wine-fuelled lunch or perhaps splashed out on a fanciful weekend getaway, you can attest that Cabarita’s dreamy Halcyon House is the kinda place you wish you could shut off from reality and hide away forever. A recent addition to this whimsical beachside resort, while Halcyon Spa is not technically on the Gold Coast, it is absolutely worth the short jaunt south across the border if you’re looking for the ultimate day spa experience. Designed by the same creative hands behind the adjoining boutique hotel and Paper Daisy restaurant, Halcyon Spa is wrapped in crisp white stucco walls, with those signature breezeblocks and archways hiding relaxation areas and calming courtyards. Inside, you’ll find accents of Moroccan mosaics, honey timber floors, upholstered wallpaper and bespoke mismatched textiles and furnishings that somehow marrying together effortlessly. There’s also a Hammam-inspired domed steam room, where you can bliss out pre or post-treatment to maximise the rejuvenation experience