COMMUNITY EVENT: A Celebration of Nostalgia and Community. When you can't take the people to the festival, you bring the festival to the people. Varsity Rocks On was a heartwarming afternoon that brought together community in a vibrant celebration of nostalgia, food, and entertainment. The event showcased classic cars, rock n roll music, dancers, and food trucks with various cuisines and ice cream. The event not only showcased timeless treasures and community spirit, but enha

COMMUNITY NEWS: The Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club celebrated their 100 Year anniversary with a Paddle Out. While the weather and surf conditions didn’t allow for an actual paddle out, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter dazzled onlookers with an awesome display. The club members were treated to a BBQ, face painting, fairy floss and live music back in the clubhouse and out of the rain. Photos by @todaygoldcoast For more about Surfer Paradise SLSC, visit surfersparadiseslsc.

COMMUNITY CAUSE: All the ducks were lined up in a row to see who would be the first one to the finish line. It was a great community day and event organised by the Rotary club of Burleigh Heads and helped by many other community organisations and supporters. These included the very enthusiastic Kokoda Youth Challenge kids herding the ducks, Currumbin RSL hosting the event outside its premises, local councillors, and everyone that sponsored a duck. EVENT GALLERY: Photos shared

ENVIRONMENT: As the hot summer continues to dry up the region and hinterland with the ever increasing chance of bush fires, it’s nice to know there are people in our community that volunteer their time and service to help keep our community protected should a fire occur. COMMUNITY TV FEATURE: Bonogin Valley Rural Fire Brigade is a volunteer brigade providing 24 hour response coverage supported by neighbouring rural fire brigades across the Gold Coast along with Fire and Emerg

COMMUNITY EVENT FEATURE: Varsity Winterfest 2015 was a hit combining Vibe Street Markets with Buskers by the Creek, followed by a performance lakeside by The Gold Coast Philharmonic Orchestra. Here are some of the highlights. Presenter: Emm Hall Production by Gold Coast Community TV.

COMMUNITY EVENT FEATURE: The streets of Pacific Pines were transformed into all sorts of festivities as the community celebrated Winterfest 2015. Thanks to the Pacific Pines Residence Group for organising the event and to Councillor Tracey Gilmore of Division 5 for funding, the event was a huge success and many people got to enjoy a great variety of entertainment, rides, activities, and attractions. Here are some of the highlights. Production by Gold Coast Community TV.

DIRECTORY: A directory of charities and community causes on the Gold Coast and surrounds. FEATURING Gold Coast Hospital Foundation The Gold Coast Hospital Foundation raises money for the relief of poverty and distress caused by illness and disease. about Gold Coast Hospital Foundation is the official charity for Gold Coast Health. As a locally-based community organisation, we raise funds to support patients and their families by delivering local health programs and projects