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L – R: Hon Jann Stuckey (Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Small Business & the Commonwealth Games), Rick Burnett (CEO Keep Australia Beautiful), Cr Chris Robbins (Division 14), Peter Doggett (CEO Connecting Southern Gold Coast Ltd)
Currumbin Beach on the Southern Gold Coast has been named as Australia’s Cleanest Beach in today’s Keep Australia Beautiful awards, beating some of Australia’s other iconic beaches including Huskisson NSW, Frankston VIC, Holdfast Bay SA, and Godfreys Beach TAS.
“I am absolutely thrilled to see the hard work of the local community acknowledged and rewarded by this national title,” Ms Stuckey said.
“Residents of Currumbin are well aware we have something pretty special here on the southern Gold Coast, and it is fantastic to see that Keep Australia Beautiful agrees.
“Congratulations must be extended to everyone involved for their combined efforts that have resulted in Currumbin being declared Australia’s Cleanest Beach 2013. We are a tight-knight and proud community. Continue reading →
Get the first exclusive viewing of the SAND Al Byrne International Surfboard Auction items at Surf World Gold Coast this Friday night, 25th October 2013 at 6:30 pm.
The Festival of AB, in honour of the great surfer/shaper Al Byrne, enters its second stage with the first glimpse of the historic boards that will go under the hammer to raise money for the Byrne family. Continue reading →
A multi-million dollar advertising blitz will boost visitors to Gold Coast theme parks after being launched by the Queensland Government, Village Roadshow and Ardent Leisure today.
Premier Campbell Newman said the Theme Park Capital of Australia campaign would reinforce the Gold Coast’s position as Queensland’s leading tourist destination by focusing on its world-class theme parks. Continue reading →
The Newman Government has declared the Southport CBD a Priority Development Area (PDA) and will hand responsibility for development assessment within the PDA to Gold Coast City Council.
The PDA will cover 195 hectares of land including the CBD, the Broadwater Parklands and some residential areas and allows for a streamlined planning and development regime. Continue reading →
Gold Coast tourism attractions will be the star of screens across Australia from next week, reminding Australians to book a trip to the nation’s playground this summer.
Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games Jann Stuckey said the promotion built on the blockbuster Gold Coast “And Action” campaign launched earlier in the year. Continue reading →
Emergency doctors are appealing to Gold Coast residents to assist the patient move to Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH) this weekend by seeking alternative care options throughout the move period.
Emergency Physician Dr Michael Aitken said that while the emergency department will be open at the new facility, locals are encouraged to seek appropriate care options over the two-day move.
“We are seeking the assistance of the community to ensure a safe and smooth move as staff settle into the new hospital,” Dr Aitken said.
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A Gold Coast national park is more popular than ever before, hosting a raft of community events and attracting interest as a 2018 Commonwealth Games venue, National Parks Minister Steve Dickson said today.
Mr Dickson said Nerang National Park was becoming a prime location for Queenslanders and visitors to get active, with great recreational trails and facilities. Continue reading →
Two new light rail G:link units are ready for testing after travelling more than 10,000 nautical miles to their new Gold Coast home.
Transport and Main Roads Minister Scott Emerson, Member for Southport Rob Molhoek and Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate today inspected the new units. Continue reading →
Reserve a seat at the upcoming Business Women Incorporated October Forum for an informative and fascinating look into Australian film and television with two-time logie winner and Gold Coast born Samantha Strauss, co-creator and head writer of hit teen drama series DANCE ACADEMY (2011 International Emmy nominee and 2012 and 2013 Most Outstanding Children’s Series Logie Winner).
Samantha has also worked as a writer on hit Australian series OFFSPRING and WONDERLAND, and is currently writing a script for Rachel Griffiths’ feature film directorial debut. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear insights into the film and television industry from one of Australia’s most talented writers.
Enjoy BWi Bubbles on arrival, followed by a 2 course lunch with tea and coffee included. Bookings are essential
Date & Time: Friday 11th October, from 12pm – 3pm
Location: Lakeside Terrace, Arts Centre Gold Coast, Bundall
Cost: Members + Students $60, non members $80
This is a fantastic opportunity to hear insights into the film and television industry from one of Australia’s most talented writers. Everyone is welcome to attend, with special prices for students!
More than 50 sculptures created by artists from across the globe will form an impressive outdoor gallery along Currumbin’s foreshore on the Gold Coast for the 2013 Swell Sculpture Festival.
Minister for Tourism and Major Events and Member for Currumbin, Jann Stuckey, opened the festival on Currumbin Beach tonight, welcoming the event back to the Gold Coast for its 11th year. Continue reading →