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Eat Local Week
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Our top picks for your taste buds at this year’s Scenic Rim Eat Local Week

Nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range and cushioned by World Heritage-listed national parks is a gastronomic wonderland, bursting with freshly grown produce and artful chefs highly skilled in the craft of making damn good food. The Scenic Rim is the sparkling gem in Queensland's crown of homegrown culinary goodness. With friendly farmers aplenty, a myriad of wineries, eclectic rural communities and good, old-fashioned country charm, you can't go wrong with a trip anywhere in this region. As if we didn't need another excuse to pop in the car for a winter road trip, the Scenic Rim is enticing Gold Coast and Brisbane locals to come and taste the best the region has on offer during the 11th Eat Local Week. From June 25 to July 3, snuggle up and prepare to breathe in the fresh country air as you taste, sip, nibble and delight in a bounty of events courtesy of some of… more

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A bittersweet farewell – champagne, fireworks and dynamite entertainment awaits at Eagle Street Pier's last hurrah
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A bittersweet farewell – champagne, fireworks and dynamite entertainment awaits at Eagle Street Pier’s last hurrah

We're sure you've heard by now that Brisbane's premier riverfront dining complex, Eagle Street Pier, will soon close to make way for the construction of the $2.1-billion Waterfront Brisbane development. In true Eagle Street Pier style, the precinct is set to go out with a bang – and a pop of the champagne bottle. Before you don your best cocktail attire, read on for the low-down on the farewell festivities ... more

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Caloundra
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Laneways, laughs and local gems – spend a long weekend in Caloundra for the hilarious That’s Not My Dog! festival

With June upon us and the middle of the year nigh, many of us will be craving a little escape. While an extended holiday may not be possible until Christmas, a long weekend here and there is definitely on the cards. That's Not My Dog! comedy festival is serving you with the perfect excuse to apply for some leave – or chuck a sneaky sickie – and head up north to enjoy three days of laughs, good food and plenty of sunshine in Caloundra. While we're sure you don't need any convincing, we've gone to the trouble of curating the perfect long weekend itinerary so that you can soak up the sun, sample the local brews and bites, take in the scenery and enjoy some classic Aussie comedy. more

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Celebrate producers, growers and flavour-makers at this year's Scenic Rim Eat Local Week
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Celebrate producers, growers and flavour-makers at this year’s Scenic Rim Eat Local Week

A self-guided tour of the Scenic Rim is one of our favourite ways to spend a spare weekend, but a visit becomes essential when Scenic Rim Eat Local Week rolls around. There's simply no better time to cruise inland and take in the natural splendour of the region, as that's when the growers, artisans and culinary wizards put on a show for the entire state to enjoy. This year's program boasts everything, from bush tucker cooking workshops, cocktails with camels and long lunches to paddock feasts, beer- and banter-filled brunches, and wintertime harvest festivals. The 11th annual Scenic Rim Eat Local Week is running from Saturday June 25 to Sunday July 3 – here's what's on the cards ... more

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Let's taco'bout the Mexican feast happening at Frenzy's Buffet in May
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Let’s taco’bout the Mexican feast happening at Frenzy’s Buffet in May

"I hate Mexican food", said no one, ever. If, like us, you spend your Tuesdays sniffing out the best taco deal and are constantly dreaming of your next embrace with a margarita, then get excited. All of your taco-filled dreams will transpire as Frenzy’s Buffet at the Southport Sharks hosts Mexicana in May. Pack your sombrero and get ready to set those taste buds alight as the buffet comes alive with a myriad of delicious Mexican morsels just waiting for you to enjoy. more

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Hyde Paradiso Beachside Brunch
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European summer-inspired brunches – add this scenic event to your Autumn calendar

Surfers Paradise is iconic for many reasons - the sun, the sand, Cavill Mall and the myriad of characters that call the city home. While we love this iconic strip just as much as the next person, sometimes we crave a respite from the summer heat and bustling waves of tourists. Bonus points if you can still peep a panorama of the beach, sip on a tipple or two and enjoy a delicious meal. Enter Hyde Paradiso. This vibrant venue provides a European summer-themed oasis above the crowds of Surfers Paradise and is the perfect place to soak up some of the city's best views, bites and events during May and June.  more

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Become a culinary wizard in no time with help from Regional Flavours' mouth-watering masterclasses
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Become a culinary wizard in no time with help from Regional Flavours’ mouth-watering masterclasses

We hope you're hungry, fellow gourmands! Everyone’s favourite food-and-drink festival Regional Flavours is returning to South Bank Parklands from May 13–15, with an excellent array of Australia’s most celebrated chefs and local producers. Plus, this year's tantalising event is jam-packed with culinary masterclasses that are just waiting to be dived in to. From French-cheese tastings to gin-filled workshops, here's a sneak peek of what's to come this May ... more


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Pop powerhouses, perfect pairings and boss ladies – add these unmissable April events to your calendar
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Pop powerhouses, perfect pairings and boss ladies – add these unmissable April events to your calendar

In the immortal words of Jon Snow, winter is coming ... but we're not there yet! We still have a few months to make the most of autumn's warmth before the urge to hibernate officially sets in. Lucky for us, The Star Gold Coast is keeping the good times rolling throughout Easter and beyond with a stellar line-up of things to see, do and devour. From incredible acts playing live on The Lawn to decadent degustations, musical tributes and sporting events, here are some unmissable April happenings ... more

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Full Moon Wine Festival
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Celebrate Australia’s best natural wines at Byron Bay’s Full Moon Wine Fair

The world of natural wines has taken Australia by storm and we can see why. Some of our favourite new sips are of the au naturel variety – we’re fiends for a punchy pet-nat. Often produced through organic and biodynamic farming, these luscious libations are well worth a taste-test. Enter the Full Moon Wine Fair, Byron Bay’s first natural wine festival giving oenophiles the chance to sample all sorts of skinsy sips and juicy drops. more

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Robina Pavilion Race Day Cocktails
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Glam up for a day of tipples, tunes and trackside action at the Robina Pavilion Race Day

The extra-long weekend is just around the corner and we couldn't be more excited! If you're keen to spend the Easter weekend sipping, snacking and lapping up some race-day action, then boy, have we got some good news for you – the Robina Pavilion Race Day is galloping into town on Saturday April 16. Full of luscious libations, top-notch tunes and some seriously tasty tapas, this is one glamorous race-day affair that's not to be missed. more

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Keep the summer vibes rolling with drag duos, half-price pizza and Fleetwood Mac by a symphony orchestra
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Keep the summer vibes rolling with drag duos, half-price pizza and Fleetwood Mac by a symphony orchestra

Well, that's it for summer, folks. The calendar has officially clicked over to March (can you even believe it?) but that doesn't mean the party has to end. Before you go and bust out the winter woolies and plan your hibernation activities, The Star Gold Coast is keeping the summer vibes alive with a stellar line-up of things to see, do and devour. From incredible acts playing live on The Lawn to drag duos, a 24-piece symphony orchestra performing some of Fleetwood Mac’s finest, half-price pizzas and towering burgers, The Star Gold Coast is the place to soak up the last of the warm-weather vibes. Here's what's happening this March ... more

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Beers, bites and football – watch the Super Bowl live and loud at the ultimate viewing party
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Beers, bites and football – watch the Super Bowl live and loud at the ultimate viewing party

Calling all football fans! One of the most exciting sport events of the year, the Super Bowl, is about to crash land on our screens. For the uninitiated, the Super Bowl is the annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL). In America, the day is usually spent watching all of the action live and loud on the TV, with plenty of snacks and icy-cold sips on hand. It actually sounds like something us Aussies can get behind, and that's why The Star is hosting one heck of a Super Bowl viewing party on Monday February 14. more

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Indulge in crackin' crustacean delights at this luxe lobster-roll pop-up coming to Kingscliff
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Indulge in crackin’ crustacean delights at this luxe lobster-roll pop-up coming to Kingscliff

Haven't got plans for the upcoming January 26 public holiday? Well, consider this next piece of news as a sign to pack up the car and head south – to Kingscliff Beach Bowls Club, to be exact. It's here where you'll discover a lunch experience so mouth-watering, so indulgent and so sumptuous that you'll be going back for seconds – Lobster & Co.’s famous lobster rolls! Read on for all of the decadent details on arguably the most lavish pop-up dining experience of the summer ... more

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Sundown sessions and sublime sips abound at Good Times HQ this summer
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Sundown sessions and sublime sips abound at Good Times HQ this summer

Whether you're a rosé devotee, have a penchant for picnics, want to sip on a summertime spritz or savour some sake, The Star Gold Coast has you covered with its brand-new line-up that kicks off this week. Say hello to Good Times HQ, The Star's seasonal offering that's packed with some unmissable events to really level up the silly season. more

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Win the ultimate night out at the new-look Atrium Bar at The Star Gold Coast
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Win the ultimate night out at the new-look Atrium Bar at The Star Gold Coast

If you’re a Gold Coast local, chances are you have at least one story that involves a wild night at Atrium Bar at The Star Gold Coast. Since its inception in the 80s, the venue’s dance floor has witnessed the genesis of countless love stories and has set the scene for many hazy, happy memories. The Broadbeach icon has recently undergone a chic transformation, welcoming a new era of fun and an excuse to celebrate. Think live entertainment every weekend, a seriously impressive dance floor sitting underneath a shimmering disco ball, and a sophisticated new bar offering up a killer range of beverages and bites. To celebrate the new-look Atrium Bar, we’ve teamed up with our pals at The Star Gold Coast to give you and five friends a night to remember! One lucky reader will win a private booth for you and five friends at the fresh-faced Atrium Bar at The Star Gold Coast, plus a $300… more

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Nab your place at some of the coast's hottest Melbourne Cup parties at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa
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Nab your place at some of the coast’s hottest Melbourne Cup parties at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa

Ordinarily, Tuesdays are the least exciting day of the working week. You're not exactly fresh from the weekend and it's not quite hump day. Melbourne Cup Tuesday, well, that's another story. It's arguably the one day of the year where it is perfectly acceptable (encouraged even) to turn the out of office on, frock up and while away the afternoon with fine fare and buddles before midday – hooray! This year, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa is pulling out all the stops for its race-day festivities, from a decadent ball to a refined high tea event. Both events will turn up the glamour with fabulous fashions courtesy of Harbour Town Premium Outlets. more