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After years of hurtful dating experiences because of her vision impairment, 27-year-old Chanelle Morris thought she'd be alone forever. Then she met Jed at a Gold Coast driving range, and everything changed.
Australia's biggest air show is back on the Gold Coast this weekend after a massive beach restoration saved the beloved event. More than 250,000 people will watch historic planes and fighter jets soar over freshly restored coastline.
After decades without them, the Gold Coast is exploring the return of ocean pools that would give kids, seniors, and people with disabilities safer access to saltwater swimming. More than 13,000 residents signed a petition supporting the idea, and now the council has agreed to study whether it's possible.
Two nine-year-olds fell in love on Australia's Gold Coast, lost touch at 13, then found each other again as adults after one magical dream. Their story proves some connections never truly fade.
Australia's Gold Coast is transforming an old depot into a world-first creative arts precinct expected to generate $130 million annually and create 1,000 jobs. Oscar-winning director Baz Luhrmann and his wife Catherine Martin will lead the creative vision for the four-hectare hub dedicated to film, gaming, and tech.
Australia's iconic Surfers Paradise has permanently closed a key stretch of beachfront road to cars, transforming it into a pedestrian paradise after an eight-month trial showed overwhelming community support. The move kicks off a $100 million revitalization designed to turn the "tired" tourist spot into a world-class destination where people want to linger.
Australian rugby sevens star Teagan Levi is switching codes to join her hometown Gold Coast Titans for the 2026 NRLW season. The multi-sport athlete is ready to step out of her comfort zone and bring six years of international experience to rugby league.
Rugby league players Lachlan Ilias and Regan Stephens delivered $2,075 and essential care packages to Motherhood Village, a charity offering free mental health support to Gold Coast mothers. The donation keeps support groups accessible for moms from pregnancy through their child's fifth birthday.
A custom skateboard frame is giving people with disabilities on Australia's Gold Coast the adrenaline rush of skating. What started with one curious coach now changes lives every week.
After a former business owner's story revealed the harsh reality of Gold Coast homelessness, the Queensland government is investing $5.6 billion to build social housing, with 600 homes already underway. Daily outreach teams now connect rough sleepers with housing resources while new homes race toward completion.