From whispers of Bam Bam's new custard-themed sibling to a new Nobby Beach watering hole, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest news on the Gold Coast, dedicated to ensuring its readers are in the know. When we put our ears to the pavement this week, this is what we found out … more
It's been hotly anticipated for months, and now the time has come for the Gold Coast's spectacular new multi-level cabaret and entertainment venue The Pink Flamingo to open its doors. The luxurious new permanent theatre and late-night club, which is blush pink from floor to ceiling, will officially open to the public on Thursday August 22. more
The coast's appetite for Japanese fare is showing no signs of slowing. From sashimi and sushi to deep-fried karaage chicken, we really, truly can't get enough of it. Earlier this month, Fifth Ave in Palm Beach welcomed a new dispensary of Japan's best snacks and sips in the form of Cafoo Izakaya. more
There's really no shortage of options when it comes to dining out in Mermaid Beach. Over the past few years years, the seaside suburb has welcomed a raft of new restaurants, from casual eateries to refined-dining spots, which have really cemented its position as one of the coast's most popular culinary pockets. We've hand picked ten must-try restaurants in Mermaid Beach – and once you've eaten your way through that, head to our Stumble Guide to explore even more dining spots in the suburb. more
After a record number of votes, we're delighted to finally reveal the results of The Weekend Edition Gold Coast’s 2019 EAT/drink Awards! Supported by our good mates at Newstead Brewing Co., this year’s awards feature the institutions, the newcomers and the favourites, with each winner nominated and voted by you, our readers. more
Spring is so close we can taste it! Expect sunshine and clear skies for the weekend ahead – perfect for events like the Hellenika Long Lunch and Paws at the Park! We've done the hard work for you – here's what's on across the Gold Coast this weekend. Enjoy, friends! more
Just in case you haven't checked your diary beyond this week – it's Father's Day on Sunday September 1. This is your time to shine as the favourite child and shower him with gifts of all kinds. Though, we reckon your dad deserves a little more than just socks and a few new t-shirts, so we put together a handy guide on how to nail Father's Day this year. There's everything from gentlemen's high teas to local foodie events, car shows, beer subscriptions and more. more
From fresh-made pappardelle and deliciously crisp hand-stretched pizzas, to glorious negronis and sweet cannoli – we've sure got a lot to thank the Italians for. Here on the Gold Coast, there's certainly no shortage of great Italian restaurants, be it longstanding eateries serving time-honoured favourites, or modern-day dining spots that combine innovation with tradition. To point you in the right direction, we've put together a handy list of some of the Gold Coast's best Italian restaurants, all for your eating pleasure. more
Traditional gin-crafting methods and South Coast botanicals have proven to be a winning combination, creating some victorious little drinking mates. more
With beers bigger than your head, salty snacks that err on the side of massive and more swine than you can poke a pork knuckle at, it's no surprise the annual Oktoberfest event is one of Australia’s favourite borrowed traditions. But this year, Gold Coasters needn't venture abroad, we can get a taste of the festivities with our very own Oktoberfest celebration presented by Weihenstephan, the oldest brewery in Germany. Prost to that, friends. more
Located in the heart of Byron Bay, Temple of the Sun encapsulates its love for ancient European symbology and contemporary designs to create timeless and unique pieces for modern-day jewellery lovers. more
If you’re the kind of shopper that gets a thrill out of scoring discounts on designer threads, you probably already know your way around Harbour Town Outlet Shopping Centre. Boasting luxe labels like Kate Spade, Armani, Coach, Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren and Sass & Bide (to name a few!) the outlet shopping centre is the perfect place to play out your shopping montage fantasies with your pals as you pick out some killer new outfits. Love to literally shop ‘til you drop? We’ve teamed up with Mantra at Sharks and Harbour Town Outlet Shopping Centre to treat one lucky reader and a friend to the ultimate shop and stay experience! You’ll kick off the day with an exclusive appointment with a personal stylist at Harbour Town (where you’ll get your own gift bag full of goodies!) before putting your new-found style inspo to work with a day of pounding the pavement on the… more
The 2019 Gold Coast EAT/drink Awards drummed up a record-breaking number of votes from locals. While the winners and runner-up venues from each category have been named, we're now revealing the top-ten places in each category. We put the call out for the city's best sipping spots – and the people have spoken! From beach bars to rooftops and hidden cocktail caves, here are the ten best bars on the Gold Coast, as voted by locals. more
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