Gold Coast Weekend: Street Art, Skateboarding Festival, Night Market
The Surface Street Art Festival, Gold Coast Festival of Skateboarding and Dreamworld Night Market top the list of activities across the Gold Coast this weekend.
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Social Connection as Medicine: The Loneliness Epidemic Hitting the Gold Coast
Researchers now rank chronic loneliness as dangerous to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and the cure might be hiding in plain sight along Surfers Paradise beach.
Broadbeach Homes Trade Below Peak Prices Despite Strong Beach Lifestyle Access
Established homes near the beach continue to trade below the peaks seen in newer towers further south while delivering strong lifestyle access.
Gold Coast Workforce Grows with New Training Programs and Industry Focus
Job opportunities are expanding across key sectors as training initiatives target entry-level and skill-short workers in the region.
The Big Chill: How Ice Baths Became the Gold Coast’s Hottest Wellness Trend
Once reserved for elite athletes, deliberate cold exposure is now a mainstream ritual, with dedicated studios and beachside groups popping up from Coolangatta to Southport.
Gold Coast's 15 Best Parks and Outdoor Spaces
Explore hinterland national parks to pristine beaches. Your complete guide to Gold Coast green spaces and nature spots.
The Hidden Nature Walks Gold Coast Locals Love But Tourists Miss
While the selfie crowds flood Surfers Paradise, residents are quietly logging kilometres on some of the city's best-kept green secrets.
Tech Funding Surges on the Gold Coast: Inside the City’s Startup Growth Spree
Robina and Southport lead a wave of tech investment, as venture capital money and council incentives reshape the Gold Coast innovation scene.
Gold Coast Tightens Short-Term Rental Rules to Match Barcelona, Amsterdam
As Airbnb listings reshape suburbs from Surfers Paradise to Broadbeach, Gold Coast's regulatory approach is drawing comparisons, not always flattering, with cities that moved years earlier.
Gold Coast Upgrades Digital Network as Fiber Expansion Accelerates
The city's fibre and IoT network is already among Australia's best, with new developments set to deepen the reach of fast, reliable internet.
Gold Coast Residents Discover Evidence-Based Wellness Tips for Local Climate
Staying healthy and well on the Gold Coast requires more than just a beautiful beachside location, it demands a proactive approach to wellness tailored to our unique environment.
Gold Coast Nightlife: Clubs, Markets Cater to Every Taste
Surfers Paradise draws the crowds with late-night clubs while Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads and night markets provide alternatives for different tastes.
Gold Coast Locals Reveal Their Favorite Free Wellness Resources
Beyond the Instagram aesthetics, a handful of specific facilities and free programs are quietly anchoring the wellness routines of Gold Coasters who have figured out what works.
ASX 200 Gains 0.24% as Global Markets Rally
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Gold Coast investors and super balances.
Gold Coast Locals Build Practical Daily Habits Around Mental Health Services
Residents are incorporating calls to the Mental Health Access Line and sessions with Supporting Minds into their routines to address mild to moderate symptoms.
Gold Coast Property Prices Surge: Supply Shortage Drives Market Higher
A stubborn supply crunch, surging downsizer demand and the city's enduring lifestyle pull are keeping Gold Coast values elevated heading into the second half of 2026.
Gold Coast Tech Scene Attracts Global Attention With Dual Innovation Focus
Startup Spotlight 2026 opens a window onto an ecosystem defined by advanced engineering alongside consumer-focused products.
Gold Coast MPs Face Pressure on Infrastructure and Cost-of-Living Pledges
With federal budget negotiations heating up and climate warnings intensifying, Gold Coast MPs face mounting pressure to deliver on infrastructure and cost-of-living pledges ahead of what could be a pivotal election year.