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Stay and play – Hyatt’s Andaz hotel resort brand and beach club is coming to the Gold Coast in 2025
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Stay and play – Hyatt’s Andaz hotel resort brand and beach club is coming to the Gold Coast in 2025

26 Sep 2024

The Gold Coast is poised for a major transformation as it prepares to welcome a wave of world-class hotels and resorts ahead of the 2032 Summer Olympics. In a landmark announcement earlier this year, Marriott International, Inc. confirmed the opening of Australia’s third Ritz-Carlton by 2026, along with The Luxury Collection's redevelopment of Marina Mirage and a striking 67-level St. Regis at Budds Beach. Over in Burleigh Heads, the highly anticipated Mondrian Gold Coast is set to debut in 2025. The latest to join the fold is Australia's first Andaz resort, which is set to rise within The Star Gold Coast precinct in Broadbeach. Here's everything we know so far... more

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Maison Balzac finally unveils a complete dinnerware collection
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Maison Balzac finally unveils a complete dinnerware collection

03 Jul 2024

The latest launch from luxury homeware store Maison Balzac marks the brand’s first foray into classic dinnerware with the reveal of Le Jardin Chapter III. An ode to nature, this new drop is bringing luminous porcelain to Maison Balzac with an inaugural series of dinner plates. At last, design devotees can set a full table with the beloved boutique’s creations. Keep reading to find out more … more

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Stay and play – the creators of Elements of Byron have unveiled Kirra Point Holiday Apartments
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Stay and play – the creators of Elements of Byron have unveiled Kirra Point Holiday Apartments

17 Apr 2024

The southern Gold Coast suburb of Kirra is etched in hazy, salty memories of sun-soaked beach days and summer vacays. In recent years, it's become seriously hot property as people clamour to adopt the slightly slower pace and beach lifestyle it affords. One of the hallmark projects springing to life is Kirra Point Precinct, which is being undertaken by KTQ Group. This week, we've got our first glimpse of the high-end apartments that are set to usher in a new era of luxury accommodation. Take a peek ... more

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Five Gold Coast pottery studios to get your hands dirty with clay play
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Five Gold Coast pottery studios to get your hands dirty with clay play

28 Feb 2024

There’s something inherently grounding about the practice of getting your hands dirty, whether it’s digging in the garden or sinking your fingers into a clump of clay. The very process of rolling, shaping and moulding – while a means to an end – is also an act of mindfulness. When it comes to clay, it’s as much about the journey as it is the destination. Fragile, frustrating, yet deeply satisfying, it's little wonder why the art of pottery has experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years. If you're keen to get your hands dirty, here are five of the Gold Coast's best pottery studios ... more

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Burleigh Pavilion could be set to welcome a new wellness space and restaurant under a new proposal
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Burleigh Pavilion could be set to welcome a new wellness space and restaurant under a new proposal

29 Nov 2023

Some exciting new additions could be in store for one of the Gold Coast’s most iconic buildings. A development application lodged with the City of Gold Coast by RPS, on behalf of Burleigh Beach Pavilion Holdings Pty Ltd, is seeking to create an indoor sport and recreation facility on the lower ground level of the beachfront landmark home to Burleigh Pavilion, The Tropic and Rick Shores. Here’s everything we know so far … more

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Bookings for Sandstone Point Holiday Resort's overwater villas are set to open soon
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Bookings for Sandstone Point Holiday Resort’s overwater villas are set to open soon

22 Nov 2023

A stone's throw from Bribie Island's white sandy beaches and the iconic Sandstone Point Hotel lies BIG4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort. Coined as a 'coastal home away from home', this family favourite boasts stellar camping, glamping and caravanning facilities. With safari tents and luxury villas aplenty, the resort will soon add to its offering in the form of a swimmable lake fringed by six overwater villas. Our lake house getaway dreams are about to come true! more

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Small but mighty fine – Tiny Away has launched new Queensland tiny houses
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Small but mighty fine – Tiny Away has launched new Queensland tiny houses

08 Sep 2023

We've already rolled into September and this year shows no sign of slowing down. If you're keen to steady the pace and unwind amidst natural surroundings, we know just the solution – Tiny Away's tiny houses! These adorable short-stay accommodation spots are set on private land in rural and regional locations, with a new series of houses just launched across Queensland. From the Gold Coast hinterland and Gladstone to the Sunshine Coast hinterland and the Fraser Coast, here are some of the new getaways where you can disconnect from the rat race and reconnect with nature ... more

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Say salutations to Sun Ranch, a 1970s Cali-inspired estate nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland
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Say salutations to Sun Ranch, a 1970s Cali-inspired estate nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland

23 Aug 2023

Those who wish to escape the 9-5 hustle culture and transport themselves into a tranquil paradise where adventure is aplenty should familiarise themselves with Sun Ranch, a newly open 55-acre coastal estate nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland. It's here where you can check in to a 70-style Californian ranch house where you can enjoy total privacy, incredible onsite experiences (hello, horse riding) and spellbinding retro-inspired hotel living. more