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Gold Coast Blaze in financial trouble
10 May, 2012 - 5:54pm
The Gold Coast Blaze has been placed into voluntary administration.
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A minor hiccup for the Coast's Mayor elect and new Councillors
10 May, 2012 - 11:08am
The new Gold Coast Mayor and Councillors haven't been able to be sworn in this morning.
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Commonwealth Games board announced
10 May, 2012 - 7:12am
The people responsible for creating a memorable Commonwealth Games for the Coast have been selected.
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Women's Health and Wellbeing Expo hits town
9 May, 2012 - 11:30am
Treat your mum or yourself at a special Gold Coast event for women this Mother’s Day weekend.
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Man fights for his life
9 May, 2012 - 9:21am
A man is fighting for his life after being found with head injuries at a home north of the Coast.
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No new funding for the Gold Coast
9 May, 2012 - 7:15am
The Gold Coast has been snubbed by the Federal Budget.
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Petrol prices set to decrease
8 May, 2012 - 9:15am
A recent fall in regional and wholesale petrol prices should begin to filter through to the bowser, possibly in seven to ten days time.
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Stuckey to explain Stockwell Games axing
8 May, 2012 - 8:15am
There are calls for the Queensland Government to come clean on why it sacked the chairman of the Commonwealth Games board
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Court for dangerous driving duo
7 May, 2012 - 6:36am
Two men have been arrested following a Police chase through the Gold Coast’s northern suburbs.
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Lifesavers pack away their red and yellow flags
6 May, 2012 - 12:22pm
Volunteer Surf Lifesavers will pack away their flags at the end of this long weekend so they can take a well earned break.
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Beautiful bright colours and all for a good cause.
5 May, 2012 - 12:13pm
We'll see a very colourful race day at the Gold Coast Turf Club today.
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Growing support for inquiry into surf life saving deaths
4 May, 2012 - 1:57pm
There's increasing support for a Royal Commission to look into the deaths of three competitors at The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships
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Beenleigh chemist robbed at knife-point
4 May, 2012 - 9:04am
Police are on the hunt for a man who robbed a chemist at at Beenleigh yesterday
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Robina shooting accused faces court
3 May, 2012 - 12:26pm
The man accused of the Robina double shooting has faced Southport Magistrates Court.
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Mates Rates back at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
3 May, 2012 - 8:20am
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is bringing Mates Rates back this month.
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Gas leak in Surfers Paradise
2 May, 2012 - 1:51pm
A gas leak caused a major evacuation in Cavill Mall and Centro Surfers Paradise
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Robina shooting accused on way to Coast
2 May, 2012 - 6:12am
The man charged over the shooting at Robina Town Centre will be extradited to the Gold Coast today.
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Fight victim dies in hospital
1 May, 2012 - 8:45am
A man has died in GC Hospital, following an alleged fight.
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Two arrested in Bikie crackdown
1 May, 2012 - 7:30am
Police have made two breakthroughs in the crackdown on Bikie crime.
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Palmer plans to run for politics and build the Titanic
30 April, 2012 - 12:10pm
Clive Palmer has announced plans to seek pre-selection for next year's Federal Election, as well as build the Titanic II
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Bikie war escalates with Robina shooting
30 April, 2012 - 8:26am
Police release images of a man they believe is connected to the Robina shopping centre shooting.
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One man charged, another in hospital
30 April, 2012 - 7:30am
A man has been charged following an alleged incident which left a Coombabah man in a critical condition in hospital.
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Council set for a shake up
29 April, 2012 - 11:37am
The Gold Coast could see a change in six of the 14 Divisions, following the local election.
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Tate maps out Mayoral To Do List
29 April, 2012 - 11:20am
Tom Tate will lead the Gold Coast, after winning the race for Mayor.
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Husband of missing woman hires Gold Coast Lawyer
27 April, 2012 - 3:01pm
The husband of missing Brisbane mother Allison Baden-Clay has hired a Gold Coast criminal lawyer
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Gold Coasters head back to the polls
27 April, 2012 - 2:20pm
A month after reducing Labor to a handful of seats in the State election, Gold Coasters will return to the polls
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Crime spree over for Coast robber
27 April, 2012 - 10:22am
Detectives have charged a Parkwood man with three armed robberies and weapon offences
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Tate rivals sink Cruise terminal promises
26 April, 2012 - 11:50am
The main three rivals vying for Gold Coast Mayor are at logger-heads once again.
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Police shut down cannabis set up
26 April, 2012 - 11:14am
Police have put a stop to two large cannibis operations on the Gold Coast.
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Temperature plummets on the Coast
26 April, 2012 - 9:12am
Gold Coasters shivered through the coldest night of the year so far, with temperatures dropping to 11 degrees
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Sarroff in fight of his political career
24 April, 2012 - 1:33pm
Eddy Sarroff has labelled the local election campaign "the biggest fight" of his political career.
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Woman dies after M1 crash
24 April, 2012 - 12:08pm
A woman has died after a four car crash on the M1 overnight
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Tattoo shop sprayed with bullets
24 April, 2012 - 10:30am
Police are investigating an apparent drive-by shooting in Mermaid Beach.
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Anzac Day Services on the Coast
24 April, 2012 - 9:14am
A number of Anzac Day services will be held on the Coast tomorrow, to acknowledge the service of our veterans
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Body washed up in Palm Beach
23 April, 2012 - 10:15am
The body of a man aged in his 50s has washed up on shore in Palm Beach this morning
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Search for missing fisherman to be scaled back
20 April, 2012 - 4:31pm
The search for a Worongary fisherman, missing at sea without a life jacket for four days, will be scaled back over the weekend
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Gold Coasters vie for spot on Big Brother
20 April, 2012 - 3:22pm
Auditions for Channel Nine's Big Brother took place at Dreamworld today, with hundreds of locals hoping to become the next big reality star
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Fuzzy Wuzzy joins local Kokoda walk
20 April, 2012 - 10:27am
A Fuzzy Wuzzy Warrior will join Gold Coasters for the Kokoda Memorial Walk this Sunday.
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Father wants stolen ashes returned
20 April, 2012 - 9:19am
A Gold Coast father has pleaded with thieves to bring back an urn containing his daughter's ashes
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Robina ram-raid
19 April, 2012 - 12:09pm
Police are currently investigating yet another Gold Coast break-and-enter following the ram-raid of a closed Robina Convenience store early this morning
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Fisherman still missing at sea
19 April, 2012 - 8:24am
Worongary fisherman Gavin Studwell is still missing after his boat capsized on Tuesday night
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British High Commissioner makes Olympic bet
18 April, 2012 - 3:44pm
The British High Commissioner has made an Olympic wager with Australia with just 100 days until the London games
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Where you can commemorate Anzac Day this year
18 April, 2012 - 11:46am
This year, 24 Anzac Day services will be held across the Gold Coast on Wednesday 25 April
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Man missing after boat capsizes off Surfers Paradise
18 April, 2012 - 9:14am
A woman is recovering and man is still missing, after their boat capsized and sank off Surfers Paradise last night
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Jimmy Barnes votes Susie for Mayor
17 April, 2012 - 4:14pm
Jimmy Barnes has revealed he believes Susie Douglas is a very worthy candidate for mayor
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Newman announces new police minister
17 April, 2012 - 12:09pm
Jack Dempsey will take over as police minister, after David Gibson stood down on Monday night
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Woman abandoned in bush to thank rescuers
17 April, 2012 - 10:41am
The woman who spent four days lost in bush in just a bikini will thank those who rescued her
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Harsher sentence wanted for soldier basher
17 April, 2012 - 9:11am
Qld's attorney-general is seeking advice on whether a Gold Coast teen deserves a harsher sentence for bashing an off-duty Aussie Soldier
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Happy ending for Dirk the Fairy penguin
16 April, 2012 - 11:46am
Dirk, the Fairy penguin, has been returned to his enclosure at Sea World after an adventure he may want to forget.
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Only a five-year cut expected for Schapelle Corby
16 April, 2012 - 10:31am
An Indonesian judge has recommended Schapelle Corby's sentence be reduced by five years, not ten years as previously speculated.
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Fitting farewell for surfing legend
15 April, 2012 - 12:18pm
Surfing legend Michael Peterson has been farewelled in true style on the Gold Coast.
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Senator Bob Brown resigns
13 April, 2012 - 12:32pm
Senator Bob Brown has resigned as Leader of the Australian Greens Party. He will also resign from the Senate in June
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Buzzsaw Bandits denied bail
13 April, 2012 - 10:03am
Two men, accused of being part of the infamous 'Buzzsaw Bandits' gang, have been remanded in custody
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Second teen charged over break-ins
12 April, 2012 - 12:41pm
A second teenager has been charged over several break and enter offences on the Gold Coast
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Hundreds gather for light rail protest
12 April, 2012 - 12:15pm
Around 600 locals gathered at the Arts Centre last night, to have their say on the light rail project
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Suspicious behaviour at Tallebudgera
12 April, 2012 - 11:53am
Police are appealing for public assistance, following a report of suspicious behaviour at Tallebudgera earlier this month
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Bring back Kirra's rock wall
12 April, 2012 - 10:33am
Surf champion Mick Fanning will join forces with local surfers at a rally to have the rocks on the Kirra Point groyne replaced
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Leeding murder case adjourned to June
11 April, 2012 - 4:12pm
The trio accussed of gunning down Damian Leeding have been granted a final adjournment for six weeks
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Surf Championships to move from Kurrawa
11 April, 2012 - 9:13am
Surf Life Saving Australia has confirmed it will move the 2013 Championships to a new venue on the Gold Coast
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Council removes candidate election signs
10 April, 2012 - 4:24pm
Mayoral candidate Keith Douglas headed to Council chambers today, furious election signs have been removed
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Youth charged over 5 break and enters
10 April, 2012 - 11:47am
A 16-year old boy has been charged in relation to five break and enters across the Gold Coast
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Officer has jaw broken in Surfers
10 April, 2012 - 9:44am
A man and woman have been charged with assaulting police after an officer was punched in the jaw in Surfers Paradise
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Beach mayhem for Easter long weekend
8 April, 2012 - 11:27am
Gold Coast Surf Lifesavers are bracing themselves for one of the busiest weekends of the year as beachgoers in their thousands flock to the water.
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Easter robbery
8 April, 2012 - 11:21am
A Burleigh restaurant owner is picking up the pieces this morning after being broken into.
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Locals rallying together in time of need
7 April, 2012 - 12:15pm
Gold Coasters are being urged to get behind businesses affected by the construction of the Light Rail.
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Motorists warned to slow down this Easter
5 April, 2012 - 1:19pm
Police have joined forces with the Gold Coast City Council to urge motorists to slow down this Easter
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Schapelle Corby closer to freedom
5 April, 2012 - 8:07am
Schapelle Corby could have another ten years taken off her sentence
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Jupiters hosts 'eggsclusive' event for Paradise Kids
4 April, 2012 - 2:30pm
Gold Coast charity Paradise Kids enjoyed a special chocolate workshop at Jupiters Hotel & Casino on Wednesday
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Trio arrested for armed robbery spree
4 April, 2012 - 7:37am
Three men have been arrested over a spate of armed robberies and break and enters.
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Douglas breaks preference deal with Tate
3 April, 2012 - 4:31pm
Gold Coast Councillor Susie Douglas has broken her deal with fellow mayoral candidate Tom Tate
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Newman's LNP cabinet sworn in
3 April, 2012 - 3:36pm
Queensland's new Liberal National Party cabinet has been sworn in at Government House in Brisbane today
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Four Coast businesses robbed overnight
3 April, 2012 - 2:27pm
There has been a string of robberies on the Gold Coast overnight, with four occurring in a matter of hours
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Elderly man hit by car in Burleigh
3 April, 2012 - 1:13pm
An 80-year old man is seriously injured after being hit by a car in Burleigh Heads this morning
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Armed gang behind violent pub break-ins
2 April, 2012 - 4:10pm
Police are on the hunt for an armed gang following a series of violent break-ins across southeast Queensland
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Beat the Easter fuel price rise
2 April, 2012 - 2:40pm
The Independent Drivers Association has revealed a couple of helpful tips to avoid pain at the Service Station these holidays
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Poll results show Qld election result felt nationally
2 April, 2012 - 2:17pm
The latest Nielsen Newspoll shows Labor would be beaten if a federal election were to be held now
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Sunday Night report on Matthew Barclay sparks outrage
2 April, 2012 - 1:38pm
Members of the surf lifesaving community have expressed their outrage at a negative Sunday Night report
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Third man wanted over Tweed Heads kidnapping
2 April, 2012 - 10:11am
A 26-year-old man was kidnapped and beaten at Tweed Heads South last night
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Surf lifesaving competitors and volunteers fined
2 April, 2012 - 9:53am
A number of people competing in the Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships have reportedly been slapped with parking fines
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Busy weekend for RACQ Careflight
2 April, 2012 - 8:09am
RACQ Careflight was kept busy over the weekend, after a man and woman required airlifting after suffering major injuries
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Gunman arrested on the Coast
1 April, 2012 - 12:12pm
A Gold Coast man has been taken to hospital in a straight jacket after reportedly climbing onto a roof with a gun and threatening self harm.
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New LNP line-up to be named
30 March, 2012 - 9:49am
We'll find out the make-up of the new Queensland cabinet today
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Daylight Saving ends this weekend
30 March, 2012 - 8:39am
Daylight Saving comes to an end this weekend, bringing with it an end to confusion for border residents
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Surf Lifesaving Australia under fire after teenager's death
29 March, 2012 - 5:04pm
The death of a young surf life saving competitor at Kurrawa beach has sparked calls for a Royal Commission
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Body of missing Aussie competitor found
29 March, 2012 - 10:27am
UPDATE 10:20am: Authorities have found the body of missing 14-year old surf lifesaver Matthew Barclay
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Thieves steal cigarettes from service station
29 March, 2012 - 9:41am
A break and enter is under investigation in Southport.
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Gold Coast tram design sparks global interest
28 March, 2012 - 3:27pm
The light-rail trams Gold Coasters will soon call their own have proven popular overseas
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Man accused of filming co-workers faces court
28 March, 2012 - 11:30am
UPDATE: The man accused of filming his female co-workers in a McDonalds changeroom, has fronted Southport Magistrates Court today
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Council to approve new Woolworths in Burleigh
28 March, 2012 - 10:00am
Council's City Planning Committee is set to approve the development of a new Woolworths in Burleigh
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Axe used in Chemist robbery
28 March, 2012 - 7:40am
Robbers have used a tomahawk in two separate robberies
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Youths assault elderly man during vehicle robbery spree
27 March, 2012 - 4:04pm
Three youths are wanted after they attacked a 79-year old man before stealing his car
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Images released from jewellery store robbery
27 March, 2012 - 12:50pm
Update: Police have released CCTV images of the men who robbed CTJ Jewellery last Thursday night.
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Clive palms-off CIA remarks
27 March, 2012 - 10:22am
Clive Palmer has suggested his comments about the Greens during the QLD election were part of a bigger plan
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Have your say on the police helicopter
26 March, 2012 - 12:28pm
Gold Coasters can now have their say on what they think about the city’s police helicopter trial
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Weekend court appearance for Williams killer
26 March, 2012 - 11:10am
The man charged with the murder of Gold Coast singer Tony Williams appeared in Southport Court over the weekend
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Newman brings new government to Qld
26 March, 2012 - 7:16am
LNP Leader Campbell Newman will be sworn in as Queensland Premier today.
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Parklands light rail works not to impact motorists
23 March, 2012 - 2:00pm
Light Rail works between Parklands and Queen Street West are not expected to impact motorists, or Parklands and Griffith users
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Gold Coast Youngcare apartments seek help before opening
23 March, 2012 - 1:35pm
Youngcare are still appealing for donations to help furnish the Youngcare Apartments in Coomera
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Power pole snaps and hits cars in Surfers
22 March, 2012 - 2:10pm
Four people were trapped in their vehicles for over an hour when a power pole snapped and came down in Surfers Paradise
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Man charged with Tony Williams death
22 March, 2012 - 9:23am
A man has been charged with the murder of Gold Coast singer Tony Williams
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Bligh visits the Coast ahead of election
21 March, 2012 - 4:26pm
Premier Anna Bligh has spent the day on the Gold Coast as part of her electorate blitz.
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Man dies after Miami fight
21 March, 2012 - 4:00pm
Update 4pm: The Palm Beach man accused of killing his friend with a single punch has been refused bail.
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Man survives shark attack at Nobby's Beach
21 March, 2012 - 7:00am
A Gold Coast surfer has survived a shark attack at Nobby's Beach.
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Locals warned about phone scam surge
20 March, 2012 - 2:56pm
Telstra is urging Gold Coasters to be wary of the growing number of telephone scams
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Young GC chef wins Aria apprenticeship
20 March, 2012 - 1:52pm
15-year-old Ryan Grant has won an apprenticeship at award-winning restaurant Aria Brisbane, after winning the Cook for your Career competition
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Bank robbery, house fire in Beaudesert
20 March, 2012 - 7:01am
Police have been kept busy in the Beaudesert area over the past 24 hours.
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Man charged over armed robbery
19 March, 2012 - 3:16pm
Police have charged a man over the armed robbery of a Chevron Island bottle shop in January
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Intersection upgrade to improve disability access
19 March, 2012 - 1:58pm
Construction work has started at the intersection of 19th and Towson Avenues in Palm Beach
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Man found dead in Nerang
19 March, 2012 - 11:14am
Police are trying to identify a man whose body was found at a sports ground in Nerang
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Motorbike rider dies in hospital
19 March, 2012 - 11:09am
A motorbike rider has died, two weeks after crashing off his bike in Gilston.
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Teens hit by car in Pacific Pines
19 March, 2012 - 7:00am
Police are on the hunt for three teenagers, who allegedly drove at a group of pedestrians in Pacific Pines.
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Sarroff quits council to focus on election
16 March, 2012 - 9:34am
Eddy Sarroff has confirmed he will quit Council to focus on running for the city's top job.
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Buses still leaving children behind
15 March, 2012 - 12:20pm
Figures have been released showing just how many school children are being left behind at bus stops
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Flu doesn't stop workers
15 March, 2012 - 11:40am
Seems a lot of us go to work sick, as we don't want to let our colleagues down or miss deadlines
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Seatless car crash in Carrara
15 March, 2012 - 11:00am
Five people have been taken to Hospital after they were involved in a crash in Carrara.
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Gold Coast home to best Australian beach
15 March, 2012 - 7:00am
Four Gold Coast beaches have made the top 10 Australian beaches list, as voted by travellers.
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Dementia on the rise on the Coast
14 March, 2012 - 11:12am
The number of Gold Coasters living with dementia is expected to reach 27,000 by 2050
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Wildlife Hospital needs community help
13 March, 2012 - 3:02pm
Currumbin Wildlife Hospital Foundation is calling out to Gold Coasters to get behind their latest fundraising campaign
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Ride to work and get a free breakfast
13 March, 2012 - 1:54pm
Leave the car in the garage tomorrow, and pull out your bike for Ride to Work Day
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No beach chair hire for Coast
13 March, 2012 - 9:55am
Council has rejected an equipment hire company's plan to set up deck chairs and umbrellas on Gold Coast beaches
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Ken Lacey declares bankruptcy
12 March, 2012 - 2:05pm
Ken Lacey's self made fortune has evaporated as he fights for his jailed sons
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Man charged after drug raid
12 March, 2012 - 11:32am
A Surfers Paradise man has been charged with a number of drug related offences, following a raid yesterday
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Katter's Australian Party targets Newman
12 March, 2012 - 11:00am
Katter's Australian Party is standing by ads attacking Campbell Newman's views on gay marriage.
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Council amps up koala conservation
9 March, 2012 - 3:54pm
Gold Coast City Council is increasing its efforts to spread the message about koala conservation on the Coast
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Coast Leaders awarded on International Women's Day
9 March, 2012 - 3:05pm
School Leaders and successful Gold Coast women celebrated International Women's Day with a special breakfast and cocktail party
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QLD Health: new hospital on track
9 March, 2012 - 10:12am
Queensland Health has denied claims the Gold Coast University Hospital is over budget and won't open in time
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Fire engulfs Pacific Pines home
8 March, 2012 - 1:00pm
UPDATE 1:00pm :Fire crews took two hours to control a blaze at a family home on Papara Street
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200,000 kids protected by Bravehearts
7 March, 2012 - 4:21pm
Gold Coast based child protection and awareness organisation Bravehearts educated its 200,000th Australian child on Wednesday
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Tavern ATM targeted by theives
7 March, 2012 - 1:56pm
Police are on the hunt for three men who smashed their way into an Ormeau Tavern and tried to steal cash from an ATM
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Osprey nest relocated for light rail
7 March, 2012 - 6:12am
A pair of Osprey will be relocated as the Light Rail project makes its way from Southport to Main Beach.
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Wayfinders on hand for light rail construction
6 March, 2012 - 3:05pm
Wayfinders volunteers will act as Surfers Paradise ambassadors, on hand to assist businesses affected by the next leg of the light rail project
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Australia Fair fig tree cut down
6 March, 2012 - 1:37pm
A 130-year-old fig tree which was the centrepiece of Australia Fair's Food Court has been cut down, with only the trunk left standing
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Cyclone to steer clear of GC
6 March, 2012 - 8:45am
The Bureau of Meteorology has downgraded the chances of a cyclone developing off the South East Coast of Queensland
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Police appeal for road rage witnesses
5 March, 2012 - 4:40pm
Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious road rage incident that occurred in Helensvale on Sunday
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Gold Coast Tourism targets Kiwi travellers
5 March, 2012 - 3:29pm
Gold Coast Tourism has launched a $1 million marketing campaign in New Zealand
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Katter hits the Coast ahead of the QLD Election
2 March, 2012 - 4:09pm
The outspoken politician started his day at Palazzo Versace, before heading to Burleigh Heads
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GCIT nurtures rising sports star
2 March, 2012 - 11:29am
GCIT awarded rising field hockey champion Luke Tyne a full scholarship
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Hungry Jacks robbed via drive-through
2 March, 2012 - 10:33am
Two men armed with a sawn-off rifle held up a Hungry Jacks outlet after climbing through the drive-through window
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Palmer continues to challenge FFA
2 March, 2012 - 6:45am
Clive Palmer is establishing a new body for Australian soccer.
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Police appeal for witness of fatal crash
1 March, 2012 - 1:35pm
Officers investigating a fatal crash at Reedy Creek want to speak to the driver of black Jeep that passed the scene shortly after
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Broadbeach prize home brings RSL record sales
1 March, 2012 - 6:21am
There have been record sales for the RSL Art Union prize home in Broadbeach.
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Surfers search pointless
29 February, 2012 - 9:56am
A late night swim at Surfers Paradise beach has sparked an unneccessary search.
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ATM a little lighter
29 February, 2012 - 9:40am
A Shopping Centre in Upper Coomera is under police guard this morning after someone broke into an Automatic Teller Machine.
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Cab calls offline
29 February, 2012 - 9:26am
It's been pretty hard to call for a taxi recently, with Gold Coast Cabs reporting phone lines were offline for several hours last night
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Public transport free today
29 February, 2012 - 9:25am
All buses, trains and Brisbane CityCats will be free from the first service to the last today, after commuters faced huge delays yesterday
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Mudgeeraba teen shows courage to win
29 February, 2012 - 6:47am
An inspriational video has led to a Mudgeeraba teen winning a national prize.
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Man facing firearm charges
28 February, 2012 - 3:17pm
A 23 year old man has been charged with four offences after police were called to a Hope Island address yesterday
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Newman targets Coast crime
28 February, 2012 - 11:11am
Campbell Newman used a visit to the Coast to highlight his commitment to deliver two police choppers to the south east corner
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Local commuters facing delays
28 February, 2012 - 6:28am
Traffic 6:27am: There are major delays for Gold Coast commuters this morning.
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2012 Academy Awards rundown
27 February, 2012 - 4:46pm
Silent French film "The Artist" won top honors at the 2012 Academy Awards, taking the home Best Picture gong.
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Labor leadership decided
27 February, 2012 - 10:53am
UPDATE 10:53am : Julia Gillard has stormed home to win today's caucus vote in Canberra
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Ron puts on his running shoes
27 February, 2012 - 6:18am
Ron Clarke has confirmed he’ll step down as Mayor to run for the State seat of Broadwater.
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Special gifts for babies born on Rotary's birthday
24 February, 2012 - 3:45pm
To celebrate Rotary's 107th birthday, Rotary gave presents to all babies born on the same day
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Bell throws hat in the ring
24 February, 2012 - 2:30pm
A former Gold Coast Mayor has thrown his hat in the ring to return to council
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Police locate 'missing' ammunition
24 February, 2012 - 12:27pm
Fourteen rounds of ammunition lost by police on the Gold Coast has been found in a police car
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Court for phone rob accused
24 February, 2012 - 6:02am
A Southport man has been arrested for allegedly using a metal bat to rob another man.
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Detectives review Kirra armed robbery
23 February, 2012 - 3:27pm
Police are conducting further investigations into an armed robbery at the Kirra Sports Club at Coolangatta
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Mayor may run for State Parliament
23 February, 2012 - 10:35am
Mayor Ron Clarke will spend the weekend thinking about whether to try his hand at State Politics
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QLD Firies awarded for Christchurch rescue efforts
22 February, 2012 - 2:05pm
The Christchurch City Council today showed its gratitude for the rescue efforts of Queensland Firies by presenting them with the Christchurch Earthquake Award
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Major development project for Worongary
22 February, 2012 - 1:47pm
The Pacific View Estate project was today awarded major project status by the State Government
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Palmer loses fight to sack hotel management
22 February, 2012 - 10:33am
A win for a Sunshine Coast Resort after Clive Palmer moved to scrap management rights.
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Win for rescue chopper
22 February, 2012 - 9:51am
A helpful boost for the RACQ Careflight Service.
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New Private Hospital for the Coast
22 February, 2012 - 8:23am
The $210 million Gold Coast University Private Hospital is due to open mid-2015 with over 230 beds
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Former Surf Champs gather for Exhibition
21 February, 2012 - 4:26pm
Peter “PT” Townend, Wayne “Rabbit” Bartholomew, Paul Nielsen, Andrew McKinnon and Larry Bertlemann all came to take a glimpse at the gallery's latest exhibit, Sons of Beaches ’72.
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Severe Weather on the Coast
21 February, 2012 - 2:47pm
The Bureau of Meteorology have issued a warning for most of the region including the Gold Coast for heavy rain, possible flash flooding and hail.
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Bond on mooting winning streak
21 February, 2012 - 2:20pm
Bond University students have triumphed again in the international arena, this time in India.
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Search for Highland Park man
21 February, 2012 - 1:46pm
UPDATE 1:30pm : The missing Highland Park man has been located and transported to hospital for treatment.
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Star city shake-up
21 February, 2012 - 10:04am
A former duty manager at Sydney's Star City Casino has blown the whistle on what she says is culture of drug abuse and sexual harassment.
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Car out of control in Southport
21 February, 2012 - 9:59am
A car has smashed into a fence in Southport.
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Outage at Tambo
21 February, 2012 - 9:55am
Crews have been quick to restore an early morning power outage in the hinterland.
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Turf Club could host Show
21 February, 2012 - 6:01am
A proposal to establish a new home for the Gold Coast Show at the Turf Club in Bundall is off and racing.
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Calls for talk of leadership challenge to end
20 February, 2012 - 10:53am
Independent MP Andrew Wilkie insists a Labor leadership challenge will happen, despite other politicians hosing down speculation.
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Man slapped with assault charge
20 February, 2012 - 10:06am
A man's been formally charged by Gold Coast Detectives, over the assault of a woman at Mermaid Beach.
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Alleged Cooly basher in court
20 February, 2012 - 6:32am
A man's been charged over the bashing of two other men in Coolangatta.
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A string of robberies plague the weekend
19 February, 2012 - 12:22pm
A robbery on the Coast has left two employees shaken after they were attacked by a knife wielding bandit in Helensvale.
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Mayor to launch Kirra parkrun
17 February, 2012 - 8:49am
Kirra Parkrun is being launched on Saturday following the popularity of Australia’s first Parkrun at Main Beach.
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Search for missing swimmer
17 February, 2012 - 5:56am
The search for a teenage girl, missing in waters off Main Beach is continuing this morning.
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More parking to open in Southport
16 February, 2012 - 10:59am
Southport visitors will find parking a little easier, with around 140 parking space to be reinstated in the next few weeks
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More protection for Coast Bus drivers
16 February, 2012 - 10:38am
There are calls for the Queensland Government to do more to protect Gold Coast bus drivers
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Three car fires in Southport
16 February, 2012 - 10:20am
Police believe Arsonists are behind three car fires that occured in Southport early Thursday morning
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Joint investigation into Police force
16 February, 2012 - 6:26am
An investigation is looking into claims of excessive force, during the arrest of a man at Surfers Paradise Police Station.
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Ironwoman urges clubmates to join blood battle
15 February, 2012 - 2:38pm
Gold Coast Ironwoman Hayley Bateup dropped into the Robina Blood Donor Centre today to support her fellow Kurrawa SLSC members.
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Damian Leeding murder case ready for court
15 February, 2012 - 12:17pm
Detective Senior Constable Damian Leeding's murder case is moving closer to trial
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Lotto win for Gold Coast couple
15 February, 2012 - 11:50am
A middle-aged couple pocketed $1.17 million dollars after picking winning Lotto numbers
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Local company revs into Top Gear
15 February, 2012 - 11:11am
A Gold Coast creative agency is responsible for creating the brand new Top Gear website
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Handcuffed man bashed by police
15 February, 2012 - 6:30am
Disturbing video footage has emerged, of Gold Coast Police Officers bashing a handcuffed man in Surfers Paradise.
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QLD Police Commissioner caught speeding
14 February, 2012 - 4:43pm
Queensland Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson has apologised for a speeding fine he received in Brisbane
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Economy boost with infrastructure charge waived
14 February, 2012 - 4:34pm
Council’s City Planning Committee recommended the removal of the Local Function Charge (LFC) imposed prior to July last year.
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Another charged in Machete robbery
14 February, 2012 - 2:45pm
Detectives have today charged a second man over the armed robbery and theft of a car from a man in Nerang
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Mayor launches Year of Reading
14 February, 2012 - 12:43pm
This year, Valentine’s Day is not just about celebrating love, but about celebrating literature too.
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Tomic declares innocence
14 February, 2012 - 10:32am
Bernard Tomic has faced Southport Court on driving offences.
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GC Men turn mushy on Valentine's Day
14 February, 2012 - 9:24am
Gold Coast blokes might seem to present a tough exterior, but a survey has revealed they are much more romantic than they let on
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Fatal Elanora house fire
14 February, 2012 - 6:39am
It’s believed a house fire in Elanora has claimed one life this morning.
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Woman robs Treetops bank
13 February, 2012 - 4:16pm
UPDATE: Police are still on the hunt for a woman who robbed a bank at Treetops Plaza on Wednesday February 8.
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Keith's fight to save Tipplers
13 February, 2012 - 3:28pm
Keith Douglas is stepping up his fight against council's plans to demolish Tipplers.
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Machete man attacks in Nerang
13 February, 2012 - 11:27am
UPDATE: Police are appealing to the public to help locate a car which was stolen during an armed robbery in Nerang last week
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Love rat ex enters election campaign
13 February, 2012 - 10:43am
Former head of Disconnex Allconnex Kirsty Strowger has reportedly confirmed what many Gold Coasters may have expected, she'll run for a seat on Council.
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Crime hot spots named
13 February, 2012 - 10:25am
A reminder to keep our valuables hidden from site at home.
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Bus driver attacked by trio
13 February, 2012 - 6:31am
A Surfside bus driver is recovering from serious injuries, after being attacked by three passengers.
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Stabbing rampage at Hope Island
12 February, 2012 - 10:43am
A local man has allegedly slapped a woman, killed her dog and stabbed another man during an argument in Hope Island.
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Fabulous Friday Lunch for Fashion Week
10 February, 2012 - 4:24pm
Gold Coast Fashion Week hosted another fabulous soireee today, this time at Lauxes in Broadbeach.
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$4.2 million sport precinct now open
10 February, 2012 - 2:53pm
Previously a landfill site, the Oxley Drive Sports Fields is an extension of the Runaway Bay Sports Precinct West.
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Titans show their community spirit
10 February, 2012 - 2:20pm
The Titans spent Thursday visiting more than 2500 kids across the Gold Coast
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Coast man held on child exploitation charges
10 February, 2012 - 9:55am
A Molendinar man will remain in custody after he was charged with a number of child exploitation offences.
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Locals try to steam roll light rail
9 February, 2012 - 10:57am
Hundreds of local business owners and residents have rallied on the streets of Surfers Paradise.
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Broadbeach restaurant up in flames
9 February, 2012 - 9:21am
Rossini Italian Restaurant was destroyed by fire this morning
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Tomic's BMW stalls at auction
8 February, 2012 - 12:43pm
Bernard Tomic's infamous Orange BMW M3 failed to meet asking price when it went to auction today
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CareFlight helping flooded Queenslanders
8 February, 2012 - 6:27am
The Gold Coast-based CareFlight helicopter fleet is helping flood-affected residents in South West Queensland.
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Police warn of increase in robbery
7 February, 2012 - 2:54pm
Police have sent out a warning letter to a number of Gold Coast residents this week in the hope of cutting robbery numbers in certain areas
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Clean up not so hard for Rock Cafe crew
7 February, 2012 - 12:53pm
Local business is serious about Clean Up Australia Day.
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Sand castles transform Surfers foreshore
7 February, 2012 - 12:51pm
Surfers Paradise Beach will be transformed into a mega sand castle building tournament
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Scoot to the Coast
7 February, 2012 - 10:08am
A new budget airline carrier has joined the ranks at Gold Coast Airport
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Mudgeeraba Bakery robbed
6 February, 2012 - 2:00pm
Police are on the hunt for a man who used a knife to rob a bakery at Mudgeeraba this morning.
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Sailors to look forward to new stop
6 February, 2012 - 10:28am
There's a push to construct a naval base on the northern end of the Gold Coast.
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Surfers Water Jet to reach new heights
6 February, 2012 - 10:17am
Merrimac State High teacher Bill Ross has high hopes for the proposed Surfers Paradise water jet
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Lives at risk in rescue
6 February, 2012 - 10:07am
A couple of teenagers have had to be rescued from dangerous waters near the Spit.
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Car fire sparks evacuation
6 February, 2012 - 9:43am
A car fire has had to be put out in the basement of a building in Carrara.
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Steady progress for Gold Coast employment
4 February, 2012 - 12:29pm
Good news as the Gold Coast's unemployment rate has been reduced over the past month.
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Sons of Beaches '72 hits our shores
3 February, 2012 - 3:06pm
Arts Centre Gold Coast are continuing their 25th birthday celebrations with the opening of the Sons of Beaches Exhibition this weekend.
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Showgrounds in deep water
3 February, 2012 - 10:43am
Member for Gaven Dr Alex Douglas MP has released a video showing the proposed new Gold Coast Show site completely under water
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Missing woman plea
3 February, 2012 - 9:36am
The family of missing Beechmont woman Tina Greer have again issued a plea to anyone who may be able to help the investigation.
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Exchange student tragedy in Broadwater
3 February, 2012 - 6:16am
A Chinese exchange student has died while swimming in the Southport Broadwater.
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Broadwater masterplan stalled
2 February, 2012 - 3:17pm
Mayor Ron Clarke has called for urgent action from the State Government on the Broadwater
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Search continues for missing Beechmont woman
2 February, 2012 - 12:11pm
Police are today combing a state forest off the Cunningham Highway for missing Beechmont woman Tina Greer.
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Palm removal causes anger
2 February, 2012 - 10:30am
Business owners have lashed out at a plan to remove iconic palm trees in Surfers.
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Sea World grilled over seafood menu
2 February, 2012 - 6:34am
Sea World's been targeted by an animal rights group, for selling seafood at its restaurants and kiosks.
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Community grants program opens
1 February, 2012 - 4:19pm
Community groups across the Gold Coast can now lodge funding applications for the 2012-2013 Community Grants Program.
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Plan to get kids riding again
1 February, 2012 - 3:43pm
Council are trialling the Active School Travel (AST) program at three Coast Schools
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Surfers development to create new jobs
1 February, 2012 - 1:36pm
The approval of a $600 million Surfers Paradise development is expected to create more job opportunities on the Coast.
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Unofficial election campaigning
1 February, 2012 - 9:55am
The national and Queensland Leaders of the Australia Party have enjoyed an informal brekky with regional candidates in Toowoomba this morning.
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Tomic prepares for clash at Southport Court
1 February, 2012 - 6:12am
Bernard Tomic has a date with Southport Magistrates Court on Valentine's Day.
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Gold Coast Airport still a proud partner
31 January, 2012 - 4:24pm
Gold Coast Airport has extended its sponsorship of the Gold Coast Marathon for three more years
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Fears for Gold Coast Show future
31 January, 2012 - 4:05pm
Relocating the Gold Coast Show site could mean the end of the event, according to the Gold Coast Show Society.
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All Stars captains agree on one thing
31 January, 2012 - 3:07pm
Despite being fierce competitors, both Benji Marshall and Johnathan Thurston agree the All Stars match is not just about the game
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High speed teen facing court
31 January, 2012 - 2:19pm
A Gold Coast teen is appearing in court today after leading Police on a high speed car chase yesterday.
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Tweed trawler drama
31 January, 2012 - 6:08am
One man has been taken to hospital, after a boat crashed into rocks on the Tweed.
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Queenslander crowned Australia's 'brainiest' student
30 January, 2012 - 3:13pm
A Fifteen year old Brisbane State High student has won the final of the Australian Brain Bee Challenge
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Divers find missing man
30 January, 2012 - 1:53pm
UPDATE 1:45 - Police divers have found the body of the man who fell into the water at Main Beach last night.
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Some road and beach closures still in place
30 January, 2012 - 10:43am
A number of roads and beaches remain closed today
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Pay rise goes to the vote
30 January, 2012 - 10:35am
Gold Coast Councillors will today vote on a remuneration package, which'd see the future Mayor get an $86,000 a year pay rise.
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Local beach and road closures
29 January, 2012 - 12:30pm
We're still being advised of possible water over some local Gold Coast roads while some of our local beaches have been re-opened today
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Roads closed on the Coast
28 January, 2012 - 12:12pm
Motorists are still being urged to take extra care when driving today and to plan their travel routes.
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The Coast's wild weather continues
28 January, 2012 - 12:10pm
The State Emergency Service is hoping for a break from the rain today as its volunteers continue to respond to a backlog of jobs across the Coast.
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Roads, Schools and Beaches Closed
27 January, 2012 - 4:06pm
UPDATE 4pm: Motorists are being urged to take care when driving today and to plan their travel routes.
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Events axed as the rain continues
27 January, 2012 - 2:00pm
A number of events have been called off this weekend, with the wet weather to blame.
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Brother's plea for missing Beechmont woman
27 January, 2012 - 1:46pm
The brother of a Beechmont woman missing for nine days made an emotional public appeal for help this morning.
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Wet Wild Weather
27 January, 2012 - 1:10pm
UPDATED 1pm: The torrential rain in Southeast Queensland is continuing to cause chaos.
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Tomic double faults in BMW
26 January, 2012 - 6:11pm
Bernard Tomic's been fined for breaching the restrictions of the P-Plate license.
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Beaches closed on Aus Day
26 January, 2012 - 11:39am
A number of local beaches have been closed due to rough conditions and debris.
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Severe Weather on the Gold Coast
25 January, 2012 - 4:20pm
UPDATE 4:20pm: Almost 2000 people are being evacuated from caravan parks and low-lying parts of northern New South Wales.
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Road Closures
25 January, 2012 - 4:00pm
UPDATE 4pm: Detailed list of current road closures
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School closures
25 January, 2012 - 12:25pm
UPDATE 12:30pm: A number of schools are now closed. Many are also advising parents to pick up children if possible.
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Disaster Centre activated
25 January, 2012 - 12:06pm
The Gold Coast Disaster Coordination Centre has been activated to monitor ongoing heavy rainfall across the city.
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State Election Announced
25 January, 2012 - 11:46am
Premier Anna Bligh has announced Queenslanders will go to the polls on March 24.
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Homicide Det join search for missing woman
25 January, 2012 - 11:22am
Police have stepped up their search for a missing Beechmont woman, with homicide detectives joining the case.
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Evandale Australia Day event cancelled
24 January, 2012 - 2:40pm
Wild, wet weather is to blame for the cancellation of the Australia Day celebrations at Evandale Parklands.
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Here comes the rain again
24 January, 2012 - 1:30pm
UPDATE 1:30pm: Police have urged motorists not to cross flooded roads, causeways or creeks
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Free story telling part of Birthday celebrations
24 January, 2012 - 12:08pm
The Arts Centre Gold Coast will host a free Children’s story telling session tomorrow as part of their 25th Birthday celebrations
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Armed robbery at Chevron Island
24 January, 2012 - 6:30am
A man armed with a knife has robbed a bottle shop at Chevron Island.
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Second arrest for 2008 Palm Beach death
23 January, 2012 - 4:06pm
UPDATE: Police have arrested and charged a 31-year-old Currumbin woman with manslaughter in relation to the death of a 20-year-old man in 2008.
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Beechmont woman missing since Wednesday
23 January, 2012 - 2:46pm
Police are appealing to the public to help locate a woman who has been missing from Beechmont since last Wednesday
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Council meetings live online
23 January, 2012 - 2:02pm
Gold Coast City Council meetings will now be streamed live on the internet.
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Police pleased with BDO behaviour
23 January, 2012 - 12:09pm
Police were generally pleased with crowd behavior at this year’s Big Day Out music festival.
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Back to school for Queensland kids
23 January, 2012 - 10:08am
This morning, more than half a million Queensland students walked through school gates ready for another year.
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Broabeach Waters assault
23 January, 2012 - 6:50am
A man will face Southport Magistrates Court today after being charged over an assault at a Broadbeach Waters shopping centre on Saturday afternoon.
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Court for a man accused of Arundel murder
21 January, 2012 - 12:31pm
A man will face Southport court today charged with murder.
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Ten teenagers charged
20 January, 2012 - 2:45pm
Police have charged ten teenagers for a string of property related offences committed in the early hours of Monday morning.
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Woman still missing from Robina
20 January, 2012 - 2:36pm
Police are still appealing for assistance to locate Alison Shaw, who has been missing from Robina since 1pm on January 10.
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Medical Tourism popular on the Coast
20 January, 2012 - 2:19pm
A five member delegation will head to the Middle East tomorrow to advance the Gold Coast’s fast-growing medical tourism industry.
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Suspicious death at Arundel
20 January, 2012 - 2:13pm
UPDATE 2pm: A man has been arrested and charged over the death of a 54-year-old-man at a house at Arundel overnight.
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Multicultural workforce expands on the Coast
20 January, 2012 - 12:53pm
A group of multicultural jobseekers have today graduated from a Gold Coast training program.
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CSG protest ramps up
20 January, 2012 - 12:00am
An anti-coal seam gas blockade on a property near Beaudesert is still going strong.
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Chevron Island Bridge closure this Sunday
19 January, 2012 - 2:20pm
The Thomas Drive Chevron East Bridge is undergoing maintenance this Sunday.
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Wildlife heroes needed
19 January, 2012 - 1:09pm
RSPCA Queensland is seeking people to join a statewide animal rescue database called Wildlife Heroes.
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Westpac robberies believed to be linked
19 January, 2012 - 11:40am
South Eastern Police have joined forces to try and solve three armed robberies which are believed to be linked.
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Tipplers to be revived
19 January, 2012 - 9:16am
Resort owner Bruce Nicholls is reviving Tipplers Tavern, with a new bar to open within weeks on South Stradbroke Island.
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Chinese New Year to hit Cavill Mall
18 January, 2012 - 2:58pm
8000 people are expected to pack Cavill Mall for Chinese New Year celebrations next Saturday.
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Unwanted gifts find a new home
18 January, 2012 - 1:34pm
An i-Pod Nano, wok, body lotions and piles of toys are just some of the unwanted Christmas gifts being dropped off at Harbour Town Shopping Centre.
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Robbery in Nerang
18 January, 2012 - 10:09am
Police are investigating a break in at a Nerang takeaway food outlet this morning.
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Elvis has left the building
18 January, 2012 - 6:40am
Dean Vegas is so serious about his city and his tilt for Mayor, he's ditching his Elvis jumpsuit.
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Palm Beach death no longer a cold-case
17 January, 2012 - 1:40pm
Police have made a breakthrough in relation to the suspicious death of a 20-year old man three years ago.
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Firies warn: If it's flooded, forget it
17 January, 2012 - 10:39am
Queenslanders are being reminded that if it’s flooded, forget it.
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Brailsford embarks on Bond
17 January, 2012 - 10:09am
A new addition for the Gold Coast's only private university.
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Beaches soon to be off-limits
17 January, 2012 - 9:45am
UPDATE: All Gold Coast beaches will be closed from 1pm today, after a severe weather warning was issued by the Bureau of Meteorology for this afternoon.
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New Head Chef for Jupiters
16 January, 2012 - 2:19pm
Jupiters Hotel & Casino has appointed a new executive chef to lead the expansion of its food operations.
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Eddy declares his hand
16 January, 2012 - 12:09pm
Popular Councillor Eddy Sarroff has officially declared he's running for the job as Mayor.
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SkyPoint Climb now open
16 January, 2012 - 11:56am
Australia’s highest external building walk, SkyPoint Climb, opened at Q1 over the weekend.
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Investigations continue into Southport burglary
16 January, 2012 - 9:22am
UPDATED: Investigations are continuing after a pharmacy at a Southport Shopping centre was broken into early Sunday morning.
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Will Eddy run for Mayor?
16 January, 2012 - 6:54am
We're expected to find out this morning whether or not Eddy Sarroff will run for Gold Coast Mayor.
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A cracker of a Magic Millions Race day
15 January, 2012 - 10:56am
The Coast's Magic Millions Race day has been labeled the best in years, with bumper crowds attending.
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Labrador death
15 January, 2012 - 10:43am
Police are investigating the death of a man at Labrador.
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The Village Markets are back
13 January, 2012 - 3:47pm
Gold Coast fashionistas are jumping for joy as The Village Markets returns for its first market of the year this Sunday.
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Sisters helping sick kids to read and recover
13 January, 2012 - 2:55pm
Bianca and Portia Large are behind an initiative to donate books to sick children at the Gold Coast Hospital.
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Have a surf, then get inked
13 January, 2012 - 12:51pm
The Gold Coast’s only tattoo festival, Surf n’ Ink, is ready to rock the weekend.
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Email blunders could cost you your job
13 January, 2012 - 9:27am
Gold Coast workers are being warned to think twice before hitting the "send" button on emails.
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New Gold Coast Water Director
13 January, 2012 - 6:33am
Gold Coast City Council has appointed Paul Heaton as Director of Gold Coast Water.
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Biggest prize home in Broadbeach
12 January, 2012 - 1:21pm
The Gold Coast can lay claim to hosting the most expensive prize home.
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Gold Coast Girls go ga-ga for Reece
12 January, 2012 - 12:35pm
X-factor winner Reece Mastin has arrived on the Gold Coast ahead of his headline show at Twin Towns tonight and tomorrow.
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Carrara Stabbing
12 January, 2012 - 9:38am
Three men are on the run following a stabbing at a Cararra unit overnight.
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King Tide photos wanted
12 January, 2012 - 8:38am
Gold Coast locals are being encouraged to take a photograph of the upcoming king tides to generate awareness of sea level rise.
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Prestigious medal for Griffith academic
11 January, 2012 - 3:44pm
Associate Professor Peter Teasdale, a senior researcher with Griffith’s Environmental Futures Centre, has been awarded the 2011 Lloyd Smythe Medal for Analytical Chemistry.
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High Fire Danger on the Coast
11 January, 2012 - 3:22pm
A very high fire danger warning has been issued for the Gold Coast and other areas of the Southeast Coast.
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New look for turf club
11 January, 2012 - 9:50am
Agreement's been reached on a plan to give the Gold Coast Turf Club a much-needed face lift.
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Off to court for Toowoomba man
11 January, 2012 - 9:27am
A 37 year old Toowoomba man will face Court today, accused of breaking into a Coolangatta hotel last night.
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Miraculous birth on Smith Street
10 January, 2012 - 3:39pm
Parkwood local Jackie Kidd gave birth in the passenger seat of her Honda Jazz, with her partner Justin able to pull over just in time at catch baby Bobby.
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Light rail Visitors Centre now open
10 January, 2012 - 2:20pm
GoldLinQ has opened a Visitors Centre at Australia Fair Shopping Centre this week.
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Police ramp up Robina shooting investigations
10 January, 2012 - 11:10am
Update: Police are stepping up their hunt for a gunman following a shooting incident at Robina.
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Queensland marks one year since floods
10 January, 2012 - 10:10am
Hundreds of people gathered in Grantham this morning to mark the first anniversary of Queensland's deadliest flood.
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Firies say butt it out responsibly
9 January, 2012 - 1:48pm
The Queensland Fire and Rescue Service is urging Queenslanders to not flick cigarette butts out of their car windows.
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Police on the hunt for Nerang Gunman
9 January, 2012 - 8:38am
Police are hunting down a gunman who put on a dangerous display at a Nerang Shopping Centre last night.
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Horror night for Gold Coast cab driver
7 January, 2012 - 12:36pm
Two teenagers are still on the run today after allegedly assaulting and robbing a taxi driver before stealing his cab.
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Elvis is back in the building
7 January, 2012 - 12:31pm
The king is back in the building on the Surfers foreshore this weekend.
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Gold Coast Surf Clubs are saving lives in and out of the water
6 January, 2012 - 1:13pm
On Thursday, the Red Cross Surf Club Challenge launched at Coolangatta SLSC, with members lining up to give donations.
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Investigations continue into local muso's death
6 January, 2012 - 8:12am
Investigations are continuing into the suspicious death of Gold Coast Muso Tony Williams.
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Missing boy found
5 January, 2012 - 5:44pm
UPDATED: The 7-year-old boy missing from Southport earlier today has been located safe and well.
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Search on for would-be thieves
5 January, 2012 - 11:24am
Would-be thieves have escaped empty handed after trying to steal an Automatic Teller Machine in Upper Coomera.
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Kids told to stay out of Coast nightclubs
5 January, 2012 - 8:41am
Gold Coast teenagers are being urged to steer clear of Gold Coast nightspots, due to fears a bikie war is coming.
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Wallabies star banned from Stradbroke pub
4 January, 2012 - 8:42am
Wallabies star Quade Cooper has been banned from a local pub, after an alleged altercation with a female patron.
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New rules to keep boaties and jet ski users safe
3 January, 2012 - 12:07pm
New safety rules for jet ski users and boaties were implemented by the Queensland Goverment over the long weekend.
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Building boost falls flat
3 January, 2012 - 11:11am
Queenslanders who are in a position to build are being urged to take advantage of the Building Boost Scheme before the end of the month.
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Bail posted for man involved in car chase
3 January, 2012 - 9:37am
The man accused of leading Police on a dramatic chase along the M1 on New Year's Day has posted bail.
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Pair charged over New Years Day chase
2 January, 2012 - 10:42am
Two men have been charged after allegedly leading police on a dramatic New Years Day chase through Gold Coast streets.
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Road closures this NYE
30 December, 2011 - 2:13pm
If you are thinking of driving this New Year's Eve, be sure to take note of the major road closures and plan a detour route.
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Tipplers almost at capacity as campers flock to the island
30 December, 2011 - 12:16pm
The Tipplers Hub campground at South Stradbroke Island is about to put up their ‘no vacancy’ sign.
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Where to go for the best fireworks this New Year's Eve
30 December, 2011 - 8:26am
This New Year's Eve the Gold Coast sky will be filled with fireworks, with seven different suburbs across the city hosting celebrations.
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Images from ANZ robbery released
29 December, 2011 - 3:23pm
Gold Coast detectives have released images from yesterday’s armed robbery of a bank at Benowa and are asking the to help identify the men.
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Free NYE public transport and no increase to taxi fares
29 December, 2011 - 8:20am
Gold Coasters will be able to travel on public transport for free and won't be slugged with taxi fare increases this New Year's Eve
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Investigations continue into local Musician's death
28 December, 2011 - 8:35am
Investigations are continuing into the murder of local entertainer Tony Williams.
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Gold Coast beaches remain closed on Boxing Day
26 December, 2011 - 12:18pm
Local beaches have remained closed again today as Lifeguards make efforts to clean up the damage left behind by big seas.
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Conditions treacherous along the coast
25 December, 2011 - 11:56am
A severe weather warning remains current along Queensland's coastline.
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Dead man thought to be local muso
25 December, 2011 - 11:39am
The body of a man found at a Mermaid Waters unit block is believed to be that of a well known Gold Coast-based musician.
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Search to resume for missing man
23 December, 2011 - 7:58am
Water Police will resume the search for a man missing since yesterday afternoon in the Logan River at Beenleigh.
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Bond students hold Christmas camp for special needs kids
22 December, 2011 - 11:16am
The annual Bond University Sony Foundation Children's Holiday Camp brought Christmas cheer to 25 special needs children.
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LNP candidate says police beat an election stunt
22 December, 2011 - 8:10am
LNP candidate, Michael Hart has hit out at Labor's Christine Smith by calling the new police beat in Burleigh as an 'election stunt'.
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Surf's up for Christmas
21 December, 2011 - 3:00pm
Surfers can look forward to Christmas with the biggest swell in six months expected to hit the shores.
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Qld Health stand by employees
21 December, 2011 - 2:41pm
Queensland Health has stood behind its decision to employ a convicted pedophile and software pirate.
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Gold Coast house fire family get back on their feet
21 December, 2011 - 12:21pm
A Gold Coast family devastated by fire has a reason to look forward to Christmas.
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Molly on the mend
21 December, 2011 - 11:39am
Update - Molly meldrum has been taken off the critical list.
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Single mum angry at retailer
21 December, 2011 - 11:39am
A Gold Coast working mum says she would never take advantage of Big W'S online lay-by service again.
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Billabong crashes out in stock market
21 December, 2011 - 9:10am
Gold Coast surfwear company Billabong continues to nosedive in share prices after it wiped out to a record low of $1.77.
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Tweed bank held up
20 December, 2011 - 2:26pm
Police are on the hunt for a man who held up the National Bank on the Tweed, before fleeing into the nearby mall.
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Pump prices lower
20 December, 2011 - 11:54am
We may see petrol prices fall by 2 cents a litre over the Christmas period.
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$395 million Hinze Dam upgrade officially opens
19 December, 2011 - 5:14pm
After nearly four years of construction, the $395 million Hinze Dam upgrade is now complete, with an official opening taking place today.
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Story bridge climber 'sorry'
19 December, 2011 - 4:34pm
A Gold Coast dad who caused traffic chaos when he scaled Brisbane's Story Bridge has apologised to communters, after escaping with a fine for his behaviour.
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Hollywood hottie confirmed for Magic Millions
19 December, 2011 - 4:30pm
Organisers of the Magic Millions have added a healthy doses of Hollywood glamour to the Coast's premier horse-racing event.
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Elanora couple on drugs charges
19 December, 2011 - 4:23pm
An Elanora couple has been charged with drug trafficking here on the Gold Coast.
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Cost blowout for Commonwealth Games
19 December, 2011 - 7:33am
A leaked document shows the Bligh Government has underestimated the cost of holding the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
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Asylum seeker boat sinks, killing 200 people
18 December, 2011 - 12:28pm
A wooden ship believed to be heading to Australia and carrying more than 200 asylum seekers has sunk off Indonesia.
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Australian men stabbed in Bali
17 December, 2011 - 12:07pm
Two Australian men have been stabbed in Bali following a brawl at a nightclub near Kuta Beach.
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Police seek witnesses to Robina shooting
16 December, 2011 - 10:12am
Police have released the comfit of a man they believe may be behind a shooting in Robina last month.
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Meldrum fighting for life
16 December, 2011 - 6:16am
Molly Meldrum is fighting for his life in hospital after suffering serious injuries in a fall.
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Robina man in court on drugs charges
16 December, 2011 - 6:01am
A Robina man will face drugs charges in Southport Magistrates Court today.
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GoldLinQ prepares for first light rail system
15 December, 2011 - 4:59pm
The light rail system is taking shape with GoldLinQ starting preparations for the final installation.
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Bob Katter's Australia Party's Gold Coast launch
15 December, 2011 - 4:27pm
MP Bob Katter will be visiting the Gold Coast to officially launch his Australia Party to the region.
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Charges laid over shooting
15 December, 2011 - 10:51am
Update - Three teenagers have been charged over a shooting incident on the M-one at Beenleigh.
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Safety boost for hinterland
15 December, 2011 - 10:25am
New guard rails on Tamborine-Oxenford Road are scheduled be in place next week after works were fast-tracked.
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La Nina to stay in Qld over summer
15 December, 2011 - 9:54am
Get used to the showers and rain thanks to the La Nina weather pattern that will stick around until March.
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Asian-made surfboards drown local makers
15 December, 2011 - 9:46am
The wave of cheap Asian-made surfboards looks likely to drown Gold Coast businesses.
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Reject Shop Christmas light recall
15 December, 2011 - 9:19am
The Reject Shop has recalled their 10-metre Controllable Ropelights due to fears of exposed wires.
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Coast's own Doogie Howser to graduate with Honours
14 December, 2011 - 2:33pm
Seventeen-year-old Michael Kelly will graduate from Griffith University with Honours in Photonics and Nanoscience.
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Coast Fletcher Jones store to close
14 December, 2011 - 12:51pm
Harbour Town is one of 15 Fletcher Jones stores around the country that'll close, as administrators look to save the iconic clothing retailer from extinction.
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Hang glider crashes in Beechmont
14 December, 2011 - 6:16am
A man's been airlifted to hospital, after crashing his hang glider in Beechmont.
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GC call centre closed over investment scam
13 December, 2011 - 5:51pm
A Gold Coast call centre has been closed down, with it thought to be at the centre of an investment scam.
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Drug raids smash heroin ring
13 December, 2011 - 4:57pm
Gold Coast police claim to've smashed a large heroin ring, after closing a long running drug operation targetting the local trade.
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Construction starts on Upper Coomera Centre
13 December, 2011 - 11:38am
Construction will soon begin on the $22 million Upper Coomera Centre.
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Homes and businesses in the dark
13 December, 2011 - 10:36am
Frustration for seven hundred homes and businesses in the Tallebudgera area, after a powerline came down.
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Sarroff speaks out against pay rise
13 December, 2011 - 10:29am
Eddy Sarroff denies he's trying to stop a payrise for local councillors because he plans to run for mayor.
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Christmas to be a wash out
13 December, 2011 - 10:14am
Santa Claus may have to battle the elements this Christmas, with wet conditions on the cards on the big day.
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Suspect to be charged with fraud
13 December, 2011 - 9:56am
UPDATE 12.07PM: The State Government's frozen assets of Joel Barlow - the man accused of fraud.
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Retailers hoping for big spend
13 December, 2011 - 9:47am
It's estimated that each of us will spend around $1,100 in the lead-up to Christmas Day.
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Teenager to stand trial
13 December, 2011 - 9:40am
A teenager accused of mugging a man at knifepoint will stand trial in the District Court.
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Tighter criminal history checks for public servants
12 December, 2011 - 2:39pm
Premier Bligh has been in discussion with the Prime Ministers of Australia and New Zealand to implement stops to cease fraudulent behaviour.
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Qld Health faces split following fraud
12 December, 2011 - 2:16pm
Queensland Health will be dismantled and split into two new agencies in the wake of the latest department scandal.
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Helensvale left in the dark
12 December, 2011 - 11:32am
A pole fire outside Movieworld has left around 900 properties around Helensvale wwithout power.
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Court for man accused of Morcombe murder
12 December, 2011 - 11:27am
Bruce Morcombe has today attended court for an update on the man accused of his son's murder.
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Extra for Boystown and Kids Helpline
12 December, 2011 - 11:12am
Boystown receives much-needed funds to assist in keeping the Kids Help Line alive.
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Alleged Q-Health fraud mastermind captured
12 December, 2011 - 6:20am
UPDATE: Police have captured the Queensland public servant, wanted over alleged fraud related activity.
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Suspicious fire in Merrimac
12 December, 2011 - 5:47am
Police are investigating the cause of a suspicious fire that damaged a building in Merrimac.
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Body of fisherman found in river
11 December, 2011 - 9:09am
Update: A tragic end for a local fisherman, sucked into a drain at the Stanmore Weir in Yatala.
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Woman set alight during Tweed fight
11 December, 2011 - 7:39am
A woman's recovering from second degree burns, after allegedly being set alight during an argument in Murwillumbah.
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Police crack down on anti-social behaviour
10 December, 2011 - 12:20pm
A city wide police operation will be launched in response to recent incidents on Gold Coast buses.
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Langbroek makes mistake on law and order
9 December, 2011 - 12:08pm
The LNP's John-Paul Langbroek has again been caught out deliberately misleading the Gold Coast community on law and order issues.
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Bikie ties linked to Helensvale gym shooting
9 December, 2011 - 11:59am
UPDATE 2.07PM: It's been revealed the Helensvale gym sprayed with bullets is owned by a man who has links to the Hells Angels bikie gang.
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Win for man and his guide dog
9 December, 2011 - 11:06am
A North Queensland man has had a win in court after a Gold Coast holiday property refused his booking when he turned up with his guide dog.
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Qld Health staff caught in payroll bungle
9 December, 2011 - 10:44am
Queensland Health staff overpaid as a result of the payroll debacle will soon have to start making repayments.
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Time to farewell Big Artie
9 December, 2011 - 6:30am
Arthur Beetson's loved ones will gather at the Redcliffe Leagues club today, to farewell the rugby league legend.
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Beaudesert man dies in road crash
9 December, 2011 - 5:59am
The festive season road toll continues to climb, following a fatal crash west of Jimboomba.
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Shots fired in Labrador armed robberies
8 December, 2011 - 5:38pm
UPDATED: A manhunt is underway, after shots were fired during two armed robberies in Labrador on Thursday afternoon.
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Runaway Bay Youth Centre under consideration
8 December, 2011 - 11:27am
A tender of $1.3 million has been recommended to Council for the construction of a new youth centre at Runaway Bay.
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Looming storm surge calls for care
8 December, 2011 - 11:03am
A looming storm surge has Council officials asking locals to be aware of the threat posed by flooded roads and stormwater drains.
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Australian gored to death o/seas
8 December, 2011 - 10:14am
The Department of Foreign Affairs is assisting the family of a Sydney woman, gored to death by an endangered breed of elephant, in a remote wildlife park in Malaysia.
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Bus driver bashed
8 December, 2011 - 10:04am
Several boys are believed to be behind a sickening attack on a bus driver here on the Coast.
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Delays at GC airport
8 December, 2011 - 9:50am
Chaos at Gold Coast Airport this morning.
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Body found at Cabarita
8 December, 2011 - 9:32am
The worst fears of the Kingscliffe community appear to've been realised, with a body washing ashore this morning.
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Surfers Paradise Beach closed
8 December, 2011 - 9:20am
Council Lifeguards have closed Surfers Paradise Beach due to unstable conditions.
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Police warning about travel scratch-it scam
7 December, 2011 - 3:53pm
Police are warning consumers of a new travel prize scam known to defraud people of thousands of dollars and steal their identity.
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2018 Games sets off infrastructure race
7 December, 2011 - 12:00pm
They're off and racing to get local infrastructure completed in time for the Commonwealth Games.
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Chinese airline execs to explore golden possibilities
7 December, 2011 - 11:26am
Around 300 visiting executives from China Southern Airlines have arrived on the Gold Coast for four days of exploration.
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Lotto winner found
7 December, 2011 - 10:26am
A mother of two from Palm Beach will end the year more than four hundred thousand dollars richer, after discovering she was the mystery Elanora Gold Lotto winner.
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Would-be thieves target Helensvale
7 December, 2011 - 10:19am
A car has been driven through Helensvale Plaza, during an early morning break and enter.
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Xmas forecast
7 December, 2011 - 10:04am
We should finally get to thaw out over the weekend, with the temperature set to rise to summer averages.
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Show debate rages on
7 December, 2011 - 9:57am
A Gold Coast Councillor will continue to push for the Show to be shifted from Parklands to a site near Nerang, instead of Carrara.
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Xmas cheers for mortgage holders
6 December, 2011 - 6:19pm
The Reserve Bank has delivered an early christmas present, slashing interest rates for the second month in a row.
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Community hub opens in Labrador
6 December, 2011 - 11:59am
Tomorrow marks the opening of the redesigned Labrador community centre named 'The Hub'.
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False alarm: kidnap story made up
6 December, 2011 - 9:19am
Update: Police are no longer on the hunt for a kidnapper in the Labrador area.
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Bad weather stops search for missing boy
5 December, 2011 - 1:54pm
The search for a missing 16-year-old Kenyan boy off Cabarita Beach has been called off due to bad weather conditions.
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Locals invited to The Arts Centre's celebrations
5 December, 2011 - 12:22pm
The Arts Centre Gold Coast is turning 25 and you're invited to the celebrations.
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Gold Coast Show location uncertain
5 December, 2011 - 11:40am
It looks like the Gold Coast Show might have a new home at Carrara.
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Man charged over Surfers robbery
5 December, 2011 - 10:53am
Police have charged a man following an incident in Surfers Paradise last night.
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Artie Beetson immortalised in bronze
5 December, 2011 - 5:59am
It has been confirmed that league legend Arthur Beetson will be immortalized in bronze and will be placed alongside Wally Lewis at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium.
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Reedy Creek track to close in two weeks
4 December, 2011 - 12:25pm
Two weeks is all the Gold Coast Motocross community has been given before they have to walk away from their beloved Reedy Creek track.
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Teen to visit Kerobokan Prison before release
2 December, 2011 - 3:40pm
The Aussie teen who was caught in Bali with marijuana will make a brief stop at the notorious prison before his release.
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Pathology delays frustrates magistrate
2 December, 2011 - 3:35pm
A long delay in accessing pathology tests has frustrated a Southport magistrate.
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Qld Govt promises more police
2 December, 2011 - 2:28pm
Gold Coast can expect to see more of the men and women in blue with the Queensland Government promising a boost in police numbers next year.
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Mother avoids jail time
2 December, 2011 - 12:25pm
A Brisbane woman who tried to poison her daughters with a cocktail of soft drink and painkillers has avoided jail time.
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Newsagent reopens after bandits break in
2 December, 2011 - 12:17pm
A newsagency in Logan has been broken in to, with bandits using an excavator to steal cash from an ATM.
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Tandy guilty of lying
2 December, 2011 - 10:43am
Rugby League star Ryan Tandy may face time behind bars after being found guilty of lying to the New South Wales Crime Commission.
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Honouring Artie
2 December, 2011 - 5:56am
UPDATE: Artie Beetson will be honoured at next year's All Stars rugby league match on the Coast.
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Qld top state for home sales: HIA
1 December, 2011 - 2:07pm
Queensland home sales saw a sharp increase supported by the Bligh Government's Building Boost in October.
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Big Artie passes away in Paradise
1 December, 2011 - 11:44am
Queensland has lost one of its greatest sporting legends, with Arthur Beetson passing away on Thursday morning.
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Missing boy found
1 December, 2011 - 11:20am
Update: Police have found a young boy, who was allegedly abducted from the Gold Coast on Wednesday night.
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Help St John's Drop In Centre help others at Christmas
1 December, 2011 - 10:56am
Help St John's Drop In Centre this festive season so they can continue helping Gold Coasters in need.
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Boxer gangland link
1 December, 2011 - 9:48am
Sydney police are looking into the possibility of a gangland link to boxer Shannan Taylor's drug overdose.
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Equality for gay couples
1 December, 2011 - 9:28am
Queensland's gay couples are celebrating this morning, with their relationships to be legally recognisd.
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Proof - Coast crime is worsening
1 December, 2011 - 6:46am
New figures have reinforced what many people have been saying; crime on the Coast has increased.
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Man missing from Labrador
1 December, 2011 - 6:21am
Police are appealing for our help to track down a Labrador man who's gone missing.
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Local remanded in custody over pursuit
30 November, 2011 - 10:55am
A man will spend Christmas behind bars after sparking a police chase here on the Coast.
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Missing Nerang woman's body found
30 November, 2011 - 5:58am
Update: The body of a missing Nerang woman has been found just south of the NSW border.
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Sheldon to face jury over fatal crash
29 November, 2011 - 4:53pm
A Gold Coast man accused of leaving two mates to die, after crashing a stolen car has been committed to stand trial.
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Opposition under political fire
29 November, 2011 - 2:25pm
The Queensland Opposition is under fire after being absent from Parliament as three laws were passed.
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Missing man found
29 November, 2011 - 10:38am
UPDATED: A man has been found safe and well after going missing just South of the border.
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Police face discipline
29 November, 2011 - 10:20am
Questions are again being raised about the Gold Coast Police Service.
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Golden win for Gold Coast couple
29 November, 2011 - 6:00am
A Gold Coast couple is celebrating a win thanks to Golden Casket.
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Taylor in fight of life
28 November, 2011 - 5:19pm
Former Gold Coast based boxer Shannan Taylor is continuing to fight for life, after an apparent drug overdose.
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Alleged GC bridge protestor gets bail
28 November, 2011 - 2:45pm
A Gold Coast father, accused of causing traffic chaos on Brisbane's Story Bridge has been released on bail.
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Bikie ties to shot man
28 November, 2011 - 2:12pm
It's been revealed the father of a man shot in Robina was part of a notorious bikie gang.
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Candidates pledge allegiance to save Tipplers
28 November, 2011 - 1:32pm
Update 1:30pm: Mayoral candidates have put their differences aside to unite under a promise to restore Tipplers Tavern to its former glory.
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Fire safety school program reaches milestone
28 November, 2011 - 12:17pm
The Queensland Fire and Rescue Service (QFRS) Fire Safety House program reached a milestone in with its 100,000th child undertaking the program.
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Foster seeking bail
28 November, 2011 - 11:39am
UPDATE 2.17PM: Alleged conman Peter Foster will remain in custody a little longer with his bail application adjourned.
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Qantas figures drop sharply
28 November, 2011 - 11:20am
The ongoing Qantas fiasco that started last month continues to put customers off-side.
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Schoolies Report card is in
26 November, 2011 - 12:12pm
Schoolies living it up on the Gold Coast have been given a clear report card for their behaviour over the past week with police saying they set high standards for arriving party goers.
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Gold Coast stormwater program to expand across Qld
25 November, 2011 - 3:32pm
An award winning Gold Coast City Council stormwater safety schools program will be extended to key centres across Queensland from next year.
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BMX star loses fight for life
25 November, 2011 - 10:56am
BMX rider Dane Searls has died in Gold Coast Hospital, following a party stunt-gone-wrong.
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One ball changes it all for local family
25 November, 2011 - 10:20am
It's no longer going to be a grim Christmas for a Gold Coast family, after winning $3 million.
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Elderly man assaulted in alleged home invasion
24 November, 2011 - 6:05am
A man and a woman have been charged after allegedly assaulting an elderly man in Worongary yesterday morning.
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Baby bird tortured
23 November, 2011 - 5:50pm
A baby bird has been put down, after a sickening case of animal cruelty outside a Gold Coast School.
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Federal Govt draws purse strings on 2018 Games
23 November, 2011 - 12:03pm
The Federal Government's being accused of jeopardising the Coast's 2018 Commonwealth Games by shutting its funding purse.
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Schoolies remain well behaved
23 November, 2011 - 11:06am
Police have given the majority of schoolies a pat on the back for keeping out of mischief after five days of festivities on the Glitter Strip.
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Still no sign of missing Tweed woman
23 November, 2011 - 9:39am
Update: Tweed Police are continuing to search for an elderly woman, missing for almost two weeks.
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Woman charged over alleged cop assault
23 November, 2011 - 6:29am
A woman has been charged after allegedly hitting a police officer in Surfers Paradise last night.
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Conman Foster wants bail
22 November, 2011 - 4:52pm
Notorious Gold Coast conman Peter Foster will return to court on Monday, to try and be released from jail pending his contempt hearing.
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Planning Committee approves $1b Jewel
22 November, 2011 - 3:02pm
A new jewel could soon be shining in the Gold Coast crown with a new development potentially on the cards.
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Man pleads guilty to Maccas shooting
22 November, 2011 - 11:52am
A Surfers man has pleaded guilty to fatally gunning down another man at the Burleigh Heads Mcdonalds.
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Drugs found in Surfers unit
22 November, 2011 - 10:04am
A stash of drugs has been discovered in the heart of Schoolies.
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Two teens in serious condition after crash
22 November, 2011 - 6:10am
Two teenagers have suffered serious head injuries after being hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing in Main Beach last night.
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Tweed paper no longer daily
21 November, 2011 - 3:18pm
The end of an era on the Tweed, with the local newspaper to longer print weekday editions.
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Safe cars, safe driving
21 November, 2011 - 2:15pm
Operation Safe Drive will once again be in effect leading up to the December school holidays.
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Is the Gold Coast's paradise lost?
21 November, 2011 - 11:55am
The 60 Minutes story about the Gold Coast has ruffled feathers of locals who don't want the crime capital moniker.
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Zaetta denies charity charges
21 November, 2011 - 10:51am
TV star Tania Zaetta will fight charges relating to her charity, Peace for the Children.
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Schoolies keeping in line
21 November, 2011 - 10:20am
Police remain pleased with the behaviour of Schoolies.
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Fairy tale tour of Sydney by Mary and Fred
21 November, 2011 - 9:55am
Princess Mary is making dreams come true, during her Sydney visit.
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Man critical after balcony fall
21 November, 2011 - 6:09am
A man is in a critical condition after falling from a balcony in Surfers Paradise last night.
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Gold Coast man under Federal warrant arrest
18 November, 2011 - 4:02pm
A 49-year-old Gold Coast man has been arrested in relation to a warrant issued by the Federal Court of Australia.
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Recycle and avoid the State levy
18 November, 2011 - 1:21pm
Gold Coast businesses are being urged to increase their recycling practices to avoid a State Government levy on commercial waste to landfill that will come into force on December 1.
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Discussing Kirra's Roughton Park
18 November, 2011 - 12:28pm
Council is seeking community feedback on the redevelopment design of Roughton Park along Marine Parade, Kirra.
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Wivenhoe releases to start
18 November, 2011 - 12:15pm
Releases from Wivenhoe Dam will begin this afternoon to reduce the full supply level of the dam from 80 to 75 per cent.
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Beware of different flood types
18 November, 2011 - 12:06pm
Last summer, thousands of Queenslanders experienced the devasating affects flooding can have on lives, properties and infrastructure.
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Crash victim suffers head injury
18 November, 2011 - 11:34am
A woman's nursing a head injury after losing control and crashing into a parked car in Southport.
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Elvis impersonator snubbed from mayoral debate
18 November, 2011 - 11:23am
Dean Vegas believes he's been snubbed from a mayoral candidate debate.
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Schoolies invade Glitter Strip
18 November, 2011 - 10:31am
Around 35 thousand Year 12 graduates are expected to land on the Gold Coast over the coming week for Schoolies.
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Fatal fire in Sydney nursing home
18 November, 2011 - 9:38am
A number of elderly people have been killed, after a fire tore through a nursing home in Sydney's west.
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Grave fears for missing Tweed woman
18 November, 2011 - 6:11am
An elderly Tweed Heads woman has been missing for four days.
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Bligh Govt secures future for Allconnex workers
17 November, 2011 - 2:13pm
The Bligh Government has announced the approval of a new Workforce Framework to protect the rights of staff working for Allconnex Water.
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Marj celebrates 50 years of 'her' community hall
17 November, 2011 - 1:56pm
Saturday will be a special day for 86-year-old Marj Shipman as Coombabah locals mark 50 years of the community hall that was named in her honour.
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Currumbin unit fire
17 November, 2011 - 12:03pm
Investigations are underway to work out what caused a fire, that's left a Currumbin unit badly damaged.
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'We're making inroads' - Hendra
17 November, 2011 - 11:53am
The Queensland Government insists it's making headway in the fight against the dreaded Hendra virus, which plagued the Gold Coast earlier this year.
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Fight cancer at the Moose Olympics
17 November, 2011 - 11:35am
Raise awareness against skin cancer at the Moose Olympics and Charity Race Day on Saturday, November 19.
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Green Lantern to be lit at Movie World
17 November, 2011 - 11:30am
Movie World has a new attraction it hopes will help win the war for visitors over the lucrative Summer holiday season.
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Surfers Paradise shells returned 'home' after 40 years
17 November, 2011 - 10:53am
Flower powered Kombis paraded Surfers Paradise when American visitor Vivian Cox was down by the seaside sifting sand and collecting hundreds of shells as keepsakes.
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Flying Fox management plan in sight
17 November, 2011 - 7:01am
The first steps have been taken in developing a city-wide Flying Fox property management plan on the Coast.
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Obama fairdinkum about love for Aussies
17 November, 2011 - 5:53am
US President Barack Obama has a busy day ahead as he continues his 26 hour whirlwind visit down under.
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Second teen dies after Beenleigh crash
16 November, 2011 - 5:27pm
UPDATED: Another teenager has lost their fight for life, after a horror weekend smash just North of the Coast.
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Two days left for Australia Day Award Nominations
16 November, 2011 - 2:52pm
Australia Day Awards nominations close on Friday, so if you know someone who you think deserves an award for their commitment to the community - then nominate them now.
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Splashing out for summer sun safety
16 November, 2011 - 2:04pm
Join the Cancer Council Queensland at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre on November 21 for a free SunSmart breakfast.
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It's a bird, it's a plane, no it's Obama
16 November, 2011 - 10:07am
US President Barack Obama will land in Canberra this afternoon.
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Hang five and help Surf World
16 November, 2011 - 10:06am
Love surfing and want to do something for the local community? Well Surf World Gold Coast are looking for volunteers.
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Community to guide Broadwater's future
16 November, 2011 - 8:17am
People-power will underpin the development of a $1.5 million masterplan to oversee development and management of the Gold Coast Broadwater.
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Five-stage unit development for Biggera Waters
15 November, 2011 - 2:27pm
Almost 340 new homes will be provided in a major new unit development at Biggera Waters.
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Four men on the run after burglary spree
15 November, 2011 - 1:35pm
Police are on the hunt for a gang of thieves who allegedly robbed three major stores on the Gold Coast this morning.
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Mother charged after child takes drug
15 November, 2011 - 9:10am
Update: A Gold Coast mother has been charged, after her young daughter swallowed a hallucinogenic drug.
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Four face court over drug bust
15 November, 2011 - 6:20am
A Surfers Paradise man has faced court, charged over one of Australia's biggest drug hauls.
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Water restrictions temporarily suspended for SE Qld
14 November, 2011 - 3:46pm
Water restrictions for South-East Queensland households will be temporarily suspended from Wednesday until midnight on Sunday, November 27.
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Cultural Precinct must accompany Commonwealth Games
14 November, 2011 - 3:38pm
Gold Coast City Council will seek support from the Queensland Government to establish a Cultural Precinct at Evandale before the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
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Move heralds new Helensvale Library
14 November, 2011 - 2:37pm
The Helensvale Library will soon move into a temporary facility as work begins on the new Library and Community Cultural Youth Centre (CCYC).
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Police say Roebuck jumped to his death
14 November, 2011 - 10:46am
More details have emerged, following the sudden death of cricket journalist Peter Roebuck.
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Police investigate two alleged stabbings
14 November, 2011 - 6:08am
Police are investigating two alleged stabbings yesterday, one on the Gold Coast and another just north of the city.
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One dead in Ashmore crash
14 November, 2011 - 5:59am
An investigation is underway into a fatal crash at Ashmore last night which has left one man dead and two other people injured.
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Gold Coast wins Com Games race
12 November, 2011 - 9:18am
Two years of hard work has paid off for the Gold Coast's Commonwealth Games bid team, with the city this morning winning the right to host the 2018 event.
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SAVE
Bar Meals
Courthouse Hotel
Half price bar meals Monday nights at the Courthouse Hotel.
VALUE
Eyebrow shape just $1
Urban Edge Beaute'
Special offer valid for a short time only. Conditions apply.
FREE
Buy One Get One FREE!
Maries Pizza
Receive a FREE small sized Pizza when purchasing a Maries Family Sized Triple X Pizza.
$25
Spring Bicycle Hire Special
Get on your bike
Hire a Bicycle for only $25 a day including lock and helmet. Kids catered for as well as adults.
FREE
FREE Garlic Pizza Bread
Maries Pizza
Receive a FREE small sized Garlic Pizza Bread when purchasing any Maries Family Sized Pizza.
