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How To Spend A Loved-Up Date At The Star This Autumn

Whether you’re the kind of couple to enjoy the finer things in life or looking to make it a double date, we’ve curated a few…

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10 Of The Best Things To Do In Maleny And Montville

From walks and hikes to tasty eats and the Sunshine Coast’s most scenic mountain view, here are all the best things to do in Maleny…

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The Gold Coast’s Best Indoor Playgrounds To Keep Little Ones Busy

When the summer heat becomes a bit too much or the rain decides to make a surprise appearance, navigating the world of indoor play becomes…

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IceBar Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, QLD

The Gold Coast is known for being home to some of Australia’s most wild…

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Outback Springs | Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Currumbin, QLD

Outback Springs is Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s new rustic outback…

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Lagoon Beach Club

Sanctuary Cove, QLD

The Northern Gold Coast just got a whole lot swankier with the opening of the…

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Lace Up And Hit The Best Bush Walks Around The Gold Coast In 2024

We’ve broken down the best bush walks on the Gold Coast, from a quick stroll to a full day in the wilderness, that’ll even make…

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The Best Gold Coast Beaches For Sun-Soaked Days

If there's one thing Gold Coast has no shortage of, it's endless stretches of white sandy shores. Let us guide you to the best…

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Here’s How You Can Score The Ultimate $10K Trip To This Mega Burleigh Surfing Event

Attention all summer beach lovers, The Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle Series returns for a massive 11th season in 2024 ready to…

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Stone Studio

Miami, QLD

Stone Studio is a pottery studio centred around the philosophy of sharing and…

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Farm & Co.

Cudgen, NSW

You know those sunflower field photos that are blowing up all over Insta? Yep, those…

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Pasture & Co.

Currumbin Valley, QLD

Part of the Ground Currumbin collective in the Currumbin Valley Ecovillage,…

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The Best Gold Coast Picnic Spots To Throw A Rug Down At

While we could probably list 100 worthy spots, we’ve honed this down to six of the very best picnic spots on the Gold Coast to get you…

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This Multi-Room Immersive Art Experience Features A Raindrop Room And Parachute Lounge

IMAGINATOR is a multi-sensory installation that combines light, sound, sculpture and gaming to feed your imagination and make you question…

Local Escapes

13 Of The Best Dog Friendly Camping Spots Around The Gold Coast

Aahh, camping trips. It’s a dog’s life. Except for when you drop your pooch off at the kennel, and they give you those eyes…

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Hide & Seek Children’s Market

Elanora, QLD

Dedicated to all things babes and children, at Miami's monthly Hide & Seek…

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Countdown To New Year’s Eve With 9 Events Around The Star Gold Coast

The Star Gold Coast have a smorgasbord of exclusive events and dinners to book for even your pickiest mates.

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The Most Magical Gold Coast Waterfalls You Can Actually Swim Under

 And the best Gold Coast waterfalls you can swim under are only a car ride singalong away.

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5 Experiences To Feast Your Way Through At The Star This Christmas

Swap the stress of the kitchen this year—we've all seen that episode of The Bear—and leave the cooking and entertaining to…

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15 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. 

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Where To Find The Gold Coast’s Best Christmas Lights In 2023

Bust out the Mariah and pause your cheesy Christmas movie binge-fest courtesy of Netflix, because it's time to head out for some…

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You Can Hire These Dog-Friendly Electric Picnic GoBoats And Cruise The Gold Coast Waterways

GoBoat Gold Coast is inviting you to be your own captain when you hire one of their awesome new picnic boats. 

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Grab The Fam For The Ultimate Animal-Lovers Getaway Just A Short Drive Away

Round up the crew, book in that annual leave and make tracks to the Sunshine Coast’s most unique accommodation—The Crocodile…

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30 Of The Best Gold Coast Markets To Visit In December 2023

If there was ever a time to shop local on the Gold Coast, it's now.

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13 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Coastal Walks For Ocean Views

There’s no better time to lace up the joggers, gather your mates and explore the best Gold Coast coastal walks right here on home…

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These Magical Enchanted Gardens Are Coming Back To Roma Street Parkland This Year

The Enchanted Garden, presented by Royal Caribbean, returns this 23 November to transform Roma Street Parkland into a light-filled…

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The Gold Coast’s Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffets Right Now

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

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Scoop It Up The Gold Coast’s Best Gelato And Ice Cream Shops

If there’s one thing Gold Coasters are obsessed with it’s euphoric treats of the frozen variety. We’re talking ice…

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8 Reasons To Check Out Singapore’s Coolest Aquarium

Heading over to Singapore with the family or simply love all things nautical? Home to more than 100,000 beautiful and distinctive marine…

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11 Gold Coast Theme Parks You Need To Visit In Summer 2023

They are easily forgotten about by the locals, but the plethora of theme parks we have here make it the biggest collection of thrill rides…

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Get Your Festive Celebrations Underway At This Luxe Inner-City Venue And Rooftop

Ring in the new year with a delicious lineup of events on offer at Hyatt Regency. 

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Your Guide To The Best Whale Watching Spots Around The Gold Coast

Seeing a family of whales frolic and splash in the ocean is an indescribable experience, so it's high time you make your way to one…

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Here’s What You Need To Check Out At SWELL Sculpture Festival 2023

You might have heard the news already, but the epic SWELL Sculpture Festival has already kicked things off with a bang this…

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Where To Treat Dad On The Gold Coast This Father’s Day

We’ve unearthed 11 of the best Dad Day specials happening across the Gold Coast this Father's Day, which are guaranteed to…

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Make The Most Of Your Weekend At This Inner-City Destination

Get out and about at this inner-city destination this winter.

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Lace Up And Hit The Best Ice Skating Rinks On The Gold Coast

In a region where the sunscreen industry is eternally booming, why not shake things up with a day on the ice?

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Discover This Beachfront Family Shopping Destination With The World’s Largest Timezone

Trying to find a family activity that will keep everyone entertained can sometimes feel more complicated than organising a mission to a…

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Where To Find The Most Beautiful Autumn Leaves Around The Gold Coast

Our perennially green city and lush native rainforests don’t see a whole lot of change come the cooler months, but for Gold Coasters…

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The Gold Coast’s Best Go Karting Tracks To Unleash Your Inner Big Kid

If you’re after the best go karting the Gold Coast has to offer, we’ve got you covered. Grab the fam and get your zoom on at…

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12 Of The Best Kid-Friendly Accommodation Options On The Gold Coast

Creating precious family memories is a surefire way to get in the little tacker’s good books. So heading out, and checking into…

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Explore Your Backyard With 15 Of The Best Sunshine Coast Road Trips

From lush rainforest landscapes to windswept coastlines, hinterlands and beyond, there’s no doubt that a road trip is one of the…

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10 Of The Best Gold Coast Camping Spots Where You Can Sleep Under The Stars

When you have a backyard as stunning as we do, it would be a crime not to take advantage of its wonder and natural beauty by sleeping out…

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Pop Masters Is A World-First Pop Art Exhibition Exclusively Showing On The Gold Coast

Contemporary cultural precinct HOTA, Home of the Arts, will soon present a world premiere exhibition, Pop Masters: Art from the…

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Top Up Your Festive Cheer With A Twilight Christmas Market, Outdoor Cinema And Tinsel Tavern

There is a tonne of events to check out this Chrissy season, from classic twilight carols to a Christmas Jazz Lounge with no shortage…

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Take Inspo From National Mushroom Day And Indulge In Your Fave Fungi Feasts

Saturday, October 15 is National Mushroom Day, reminding us to pay homage to the mighty mushrooms in our lives. Whether…

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Smash A Hole In One At The Coast’s Best Mini Golf Courses

Ah, mini-golf. The gift that keeps on giving. Although it has teetered on the edge of irrelevance for decades, it refuses to abandon us. And…

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Strike It Lucky At The Gold Coast’s Best Bowling Spots

Whether you’re looking for some laidback bowling fun time with the family or you’re ready to jump into the big leagues with…

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Get Festive With The Best Christmas Events Happening On The Gold Coast

Just when you thought you couldn’t possibly fit another festive event in your schedule, think again. 

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Unleash Your Inner Kidult At This Huge LEGO® Brick Exhibition

It doesn’t get much more nostalgic than LEGO® bricks and luckily for us, Queensland Museum is transporting us back to our…

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10 Brisbane Events Definitely Worth The Trip This Month

Are your four walls looking more than a little boring? We hear you. It’s about time to load up the car and make tracks for a big…

Food & Drink

Where To Find The Best Pizza On The Gold Coast

No matter the season or the weather, every day is a potential pizza day in our opinion. Which is fortunate given the Coast is home to a…

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Get Spooked At 6 Of This Year’s Best Gold Coast Halloween Parties

Regardless whether trick-or-treating, costumes, pumpkins, bonfires, horror films, cemeteries, ghosts and ghouls are your thing, try one…

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Akubras On, Here Are 5 Farms You Can Actually Visit On And Around The Gold Coast

We’ve got some epic hoers and growers on the Coast, so buckle up your tractor belt and grab a barley sprig, because we’re taking…

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Step Up Your Picnic Game At This Avocado Orchard And Cactus Garden

Grab your basket, Tropical Fruit World in the Tweed Valley has opened its avocado orchid and cactus garden for picnics. And you…

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Pedal Your Way Through The Gold Coast’s Best Bike Rides

Whether you’re a coastal cruiser, a seasoned city slicker, a lycra fanatic or a hipster with a fixie, we have a trail for you. Here…

Local Escapes

Fill Up The Tank, Here’s 8 Of The Best Day Trips To Take From The Gold Coast

Grab your mates, warm up the car engine, pack a cut lunch, and hit the road with our pick of the Gold Coast's best day trips.

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Jump In The Car, Here’s How To Have The Ultimate Road Trip To Currumbin Valley

From walks and hikes to tasty eats and vintage shopping, here are all the best things to do on a day trip to Currumbin Valley.

Features

Get Growing At 5 Of The Best Gold Coast Community Gardens You Can Join

Check out the five best community gardens on the Gold Coast, and see what you can do to get involved. 

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Fill Up The Tank, Here’s 4 Road Trips To Take Within 50km Of The Gold Coast

Make sure you’ve got a full tank of petrol and get on the road with these scenic drives within 50km of the Gold Coast. 

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Here’s How To Celebrate Orthodox Easter Like A Greek At Home This Weekend

Whether you’re blessed with Greek heritage or not, there’s never really been a better reason to celebrate traditions, or adapt…

Features

Adopt A Cute Little Bilby And Help This Local Wildlife Sanctuary

You can now adopt a bilby at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and all our cute animal dreams just came true. 

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Take Note, Here’s Everything You Can And Can’t Do Over The Easter Long Weekend

With an extra long weekend coming up, but COVID-19 hanging over us all, you're probably wondering what you can and can't do. Can I…

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Order Mini Martini Cocktail Platters At This New Nobby Beach Eatery

May we introduce you to the more sophisticated and romantic of a good bunch recently opened in Nobby Beach—Mr. 

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Hit The Road With 5 Magical Scenic Drives To Take From The Gold Coast

If there’s anything more soothing than a slow country drive with endless mountain vista and flower scented air, then we want…

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Fun Things To Do With Your Kids On The Gold Coast These School Holidays

It’s a time the little ones in our lives celebrate, five to six whole weeks of endless fun and no school. But for the parentals it can…

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Hit The Road And Explore The Very Best Of The Tweed Coast

Tweed, glorious Tweed! From the mountains to the river mouths, the sand dunes to the red earth hills, this little slice of paradise really…

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Help Make History At The Coast’s Sand Angel-Making World Record Attempt

If you’ve ever daydreamed about adding a world record attempt to your list of life achievements, this is your chance. Embracing our…

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Your Guide To The Ultimate Summer Of Adventure On The Gold Coast

If you’re trying to find a great way to spend your summer that doesn’t involve Netflix and ice cream, we’ve unearthed some…

Food & Drink

Devour Booze-Spiked Doughnuts At Mermaid Beach’s New Dessert Bar

The Doughnut Affair is like no other doughnut you’ve experienced before.

Local Escapes

Look Inside Cabarita’s New Beachside Retreat—The Hideaway Glamping

Does it get any better than spending a few days camping by the sea? It sure does—you could be GLAMPING by the sea. 

Features

Drop Everything, A Mega Reggae Festival Featuring Shaggy And Sean Paul Was Just Announced

One Love Festival is one of New Zealand's largest and most iconic music festivals—pulling in around 20,000 revellers each year for…

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Mark Your Diary, Gold Coast’s Inaugural Whale Festival Is Approaching

On Saturday 31 August, Burleigh Heads will play host to the inaugural Gold Coast Whale Festival, organised by local NGO Humpbacks and…

Features

Where To Watch Donald Glover’s Guava Island This Weekend

Welcome to your weekly urban culture wrap. Every week we’ll be showcasing what’s trending in urban culture; covering art,…

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We Know Where You Can Get Bottomless Rosé Every Single Sunday

In case you’ve forgotten, we’re blessed with a seemingly endless summer here on the Gold Coast and to celebrate The Collective…

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8 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Camping Spots For Camping Rookies

We've found the best camping spots near the Gold Coast that can cater to the most inexperienced campers! Plus, there might even be…

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Inside Look | Why The King Crab Co. Is Your New Summer Hangout

There’s no better combo on the Coast than water views and seafood. And fortunately for us, The King Crab Co. which opened its doors…

These 8 Avocado-Themed Buys Are Ripe For Gifting

It's not the latest sneakers or neon tee we want stuffed in our Christmas stocking this year, we’re all still totally hung up on…

Where To Play The Most Addictive Games From Your Childhood

Fortnite? Big whoop. Remember playing WoW till 4am on a school night?

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BREAKING: Cadbury’s Giving Out Free Blocks Of Dairy Milk On The Gold Coast!

The Cadbury Truck is loading up with tasty wares and trundling to regional areas all over Australia these school holidays.

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All The Best Markets On The Gold Coast To Visit This July

A treasure trove awaits—here’s our pick of the best markets on the Gold Coast to visit this July. 

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Australia’s Most Beautiful Art Galleries

More than just a fallback for rainy days, Australia's art galleries are a majestic lot as gorgeous as the art inside ‘em

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We’re Not Kitten, The Gold Coast Cat Carnival Is Happening!

Listen up, crazy closet cat lovers, ‘cause you’re going to have kittens over this news!

Local Escapes

We’ve Just Scored An Epic New Glamping Ground With Its Own Bar

When we said game-changer, we really meant it. There is no other experience like it on the Sunshine Coast and we’re pretty damn lucky…

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All The Best Gold Coast Markets To Hit This June

Just admit it—shopping is way more fun when it involves street food, live music and bargains from local producers, designers and…

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Where To Find The Best Kid-Friendly Cafes On The Gold Coast

Thankfully, the Gold Coast is a kid-friendly place and our cafes have no shortage of child-satisfying meals and distractions. 

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12 Egg-cellent Things To Do This Easter Long Weekend

Bounce on into your four-day break with the best things to do on the Gold Coast this Easter long weekend.  

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Pick Of The Precinct | Currumbin

Currumbin is possibly the most magical suburb on all of the Gold Coast. Are we biased? Maybe. Here are 21 reasons you should absolutely…

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Pick Of The Precinct | Nobby Beach

Ahh, Nobby Beach. The delicious filling to our Miami-Mermaid sandwich with a name that makes you feel a little bit uncomfortable if…

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Pick Of The Precinct | Palm Beach

Hangry? Bored? Got cash to burn? Here’s your go-to guide for the best things to do in Palm Beach. 

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Gold Coast’s Weekend Market Bucket List

We’ve got a bucket list of the best markets on the Gold Coast; the perfect way to spend the next few weekends, no matter your…

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8 New Activities To Check Out These School Holidays

Take advantage of the stunning spring weather with eight new activities to check out these school holidays. 

Fashion

11 Of The Coast’s Best Homegrown Retailers For Babes & Kids

If scrolling through some of these Insta feeds doesn't make your ovaries burst, we don't know what will...