
Gold Coast Council's Fast-Track Planning Draws Scrutiny Over Approval Timelines
A push to speed up development approvals on the Gold Coast is raising questions about whether residents will have adequate time to object to local projects.
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A push to speed up development approvals on the Gold Coast is raising questions about whether residents will have adequate time to object to local projects.

With property prices surging in hotspots like Broadbeach and Burleigh Heads, renters are weighing up the real cost of leasing versus buying on the glitter strip.

Federal construction program falls short, deepening the home shortage crisis affecting Gold Coast buyers and renters.

From Surfers Paradise to Burleigh Heads, the people of Gold Coast are what bring this vibrant city to life

Decades of planning battles, two Olympics bids and a pandemic that reshaped commuter habits have quietly built the political case for extending the city's light rail north to Burleigh Heads and south to the airport.

Gold Coast locals describe daily disruptions from short-term rentals in their streets as council weighs new rules ahead of the 2032 Games.
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Discover beyond the theme parks: pristine beaches, scenic hinterland walks, and acclaimed restaurants worth the visit this weekend.

With six years until the Brisbane-South-East Queensland Games, the Gold Coast is betting big on Coomera and Robina, and global precedent says timing is everything.

From the G:link light rail to the coastal surf culture, the city’s transit network reflects a geography found nowhere else.

A new residential precinct south of the city opens its doors this weekend with five display homes ready for inspection, tapping into strong downsizer and first-home buyer demand across the region.

A national audit has found some Australian bowsers are short-changing motorists, prompting Gold Coast drivers to verify pump accuracy.

With Queensland's median house price sitting near $850,000 and competition fierce from downsizers and investors, first-home buyers on the Gold Coast need a sharper strategy than ever.

Growth in the economy and tech sector alongside major developments and new investment leadership are influencing employment patterns and skills demand.

Government, Catholic, independent and selective schools, navigating the Gold Coast education system.

Gold Coast light rail Stage 4 drives 14% price rises in Burleigh Heads, Miami and West Burleigh. Homes near future stops see strongest buyer competition.

Exploring the local initiatives and studies that prove the benefits of mindfulness meditation for overall wellbeing

From its stunning beaches to its thriving cultural scene, the Gold Coast stands out as a major global city with a distinct character

Events the whole family can enjoy around Gold Coast.
A Queensland government review of local government rate-setting is forcing the Gold Coast to justify spending decisions that directly affect what residents pay each quarter.

A specialist health event tomorrow addresses one of the least-discussed transitions in women's health, drawing on new research about perimenopause and what the science now tells us.

Low unemployment and projected growth in healthcare and construction sectors shape what everyday residents can expect in wages and service availability.

Major expansions and shifting retail hotspots signal fresh opportunities in the city’s diverse shopping landscape.

Local sides posted uneven scores across rugby league and AFL matches played between July 4 and July 8.

Peer-reviewed research and local activity patterns show how controlled breathing and mindfulness practices deliver measurable physiological benefits for residents.

From sunrise swims at Burleigh to group hikes in the Hinterland, locals are finding health and community in small, consistent daily actions.
From Olympic construction deadlines to short-term rental wars and a coastal development free-for-all, the forces pulling at the Gold Coast didn't arrive overnight.

While Melbourne's winter auction season falters, the Gold Coast is telling a different story, and the numbers are worth paying attention to.

Gold Coast residents operating holiday accommodation will face new registration requirements from July 2027 under rules adopted at the 7 July council meeting.

A new generation of creators is reshaping the city's cultural footprint as local arts funding shifts toward grassroots development.
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