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COMMUNITY EVENT
Varsity Rocks On
A Celebration of Nostalgia and Community
Varsity Views Care Community
13 JUN 2025
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 enhanced the lives of elderly residents, making it a meaningful and memorable occasion for everyone involved.
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LIFESTYLE
The Spring Long Lunch
JW Marriott, Surfers Paradise
04 OCT 2024
The spring social calendar was kicked off in style with a vibrant and colourful celebration of community and fashion set amongst the beautiful surroundings of the JW Marriott Resort and Spa in Surfers Paradise. The lunch raised $10,700 for charity going to the Gold Coast Community Fund, while being treated to live entertainment and fashion by Sonia Stradiotto Couture. These events are made possible through the help of generous sponsors like Heart Surgery Gold Coast, Gold Coast Panache Magazine, and 5th Avenue Jewellers.
For more lifestyle features, visit goldcoast.today/lifestyle
Photos by @todaygoldcoast
COMMUNITY
Surfers Paradise SLSC turns 100
Surfers Paradise Beach
01 DEC 2024
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.
For more about Surfer Paradise SLSC, surfersparadiseslsc.com.au
Photos by @todaygoldcoast
BUSINESS
Marine Quarter starts contruction on second tower
19 FEB 2025
Construction has commenced on BuildCap’s $140 million second tower at the Marine Quarter development in Southport, a landmark project shaping the future of the Gold Coast’s evolving CBD. The 34-level tower, located on Marine Parade, follows the successful delivery of Tower One in late 2024. This final stage will add 153 premium residences to the precinct, reinforcing Southport’s role as a key urban centre. BuildCap has appointed SunBuilt - a next-generation contractor offering integrated development and funding solutions - to lead construction. BuildCap Founder and Managing Director, Stuart Biggs, said the milestone marked a significant moment for both the company and the region. He was joined by Local Area Councillor and Chair of City of Gold Coast Chair of Governance and Finance, Cr Brooke Patterson. “This sod-turn is a testament to perseverance in an industry that has faced unprecedented challenges. Marine Quarter’s prime position, overlooking Broadwater Parklands, and the continued demand for quality residential living in Southport made this project an important investment,” Mr Biggs said.
For more local business news and features, visit goldcoast.today/business
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Waiting for Alfred
Burleigh Heads
05 MAR 2025
The Gold Coast prepares for tropical cyclone Alfred to cross the coast. Here snapshot of life on the Gold Coast a couple of days before the cyclone is due.
Photos and reel by @todaygoldcoast
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COMMUNITY EVENT
Gold Coast Renaissance Faire
A trip back in time to the golden age of swashbuckling adventure and romance! Here are some of the highlights of the annual 2016 Gold Coast Renaissance Faire in it’s new location in Robina.
Video by @todaygoldcoast
WEATHER
Cyclone Swells, Burleigh Heads
Tropical cyclone Winston whipped up a large swell on the beaches of the Gold Coast and in particular Burleigh Heads where surfers were riding the massive waves and drawing a large crowd.
Video by @todaygoldcoast
COMMUNITY NEWS
International Wave Conference
The official announcement that the Gold Coast will be hosting the sixth bi-annual Global Wave Conference in 2020. Chairman of Gold Coast World Surfing Reserve, Andrew Mckinnon made the announcement in front of key supporters from the community and representatives from government, tourism, and local universities which have all played a supporting role in the successful bid to bring the conference to the Gold Coast.
Video by @todaygoldcoast
WEATHER
Beach Foam Sunrise
The Closest thing we have to snow on the Gold Coast... Beach foam!
Video by @todaygoldcoast
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