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Slip off your shoes and step inside futuristic arts playground IMAGINATOR
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Slip off your shoes and step inside futuristic arts playground IMAGINATOR

After wowing the crowds in Brisbane, IMAGINATOR – an immersive playground of light, art and installation – is coming to the Gold Coast. The futuristic experience is set to open in Surfers Paradise from Tuesday March 26, with visitors invited to slip off their shoes and step inside the futuristic wonderland to witness a mind-boggling collision of imagination and technology. more

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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary unveils a new multi-million dollar precinct, Outback Springs
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary unveils a new multi-million dollar precinct, Outback Springs

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has been etched into childhood memories for generations. This week, just in time for the school holidays, the park welcomes Outback Springs, a brand-new precinct that promises a whole new experience for kids. The new multi-million area features a recreation of a traditional outback Queensland farming station with cute animal demonstrations and fun activities.  more

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Wackadoo! Bluey’s World is coming to Brisbane for real life next year
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Wackadoo! Bluey’s World is coming to Brisbane for real life next year

It's the adorable show about the energetic six-year-old Blue Heeler that's captivated the world with its hilariously Aussie take on parenting, and pretty soon, Bluey fans will be able to step inside the Heelers home for real life. In 2024, Brisbane will welcome a ground-breaking immersive experience known as Bluey’s World. Here's everything we know so far ... more

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Magical light show The Enchanted Garden is returning to Roma Street Parkland
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Magical light show The Enchanted Garden is returning to Roma Street Parkland

Lasers, possums and mesmerising lights across 22,000-sqm of inner-city parklands is just a taste of what you can expect to find at this year's The Enchanted Garden, which is set to light up Brisbane once more. Returning from November 23 to December 20, the family-friendly showcase sees the lush grounds of Roma Street Parkland light up in a spectacular technicolour display that is sure to take your breath away. more


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Have a holly-jolly good time at these Christmas Family Nights
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Have a holly-jolly good time at these Christmas Family Nights

The snow might not be falling but there is a familiar festive feel to the air, which signals one thing – Christmas! Our favourite jolly holiday is just around the corner and to help get you in the spirit, Southport Sharks is once again hosting its annual Christmas Family Nights. Merry meals, kids' fun and even a visit from the big red man himself are just a few of the festive things on the cards ... more

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Fearaphobia
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Have a scary-good time at these Halloween events across Brisbane and the Gold Coast

Pumpkin-spiced drinks have made a comeback, ghoulish costumes are flying off the store shelves and you can even spot a decoration or two in suburban streets. We've either entered a John Carpenter movie or ... it's Halloween! Our favourite spooky time of the year makes October a little more festive yet frightening. If you're keen to get your freak on, then you should shimmy your spooky derrière to these Halloween events ahead of October 31. more

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Country music tunes and fast cars – ride the G: to these unmissable spring events in October
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Country music tunes and fast cars – ride the G: to these unmissable spring events in October

Spring has sprung, the flowers are blooming and the days are getting longer and hotter. Don't you love it? So you can get in the spirit, we have hand-picked a fun selection of events happening across the Gold Coast this October, from family-friendly art exhibitions and revved-up car races to country music festivals and high teas. Helping you get there is the always handy G:link, which operates across 19 stops from Helensvale down to Broadbeach South. more

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How to unlock a $75 Paradise Play Pass to spend on dining and entertainment at Paradise Centre
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How to unlock a $75 Paradise Play Pass to spend on dining and entertainment at Paradise Centre

As the silly season creeps closer, we're keen to fill our weekends with fun activities to help get us through the end-of-year slog. The perfect place to have a jam-packed activity weekend? Paradise Centre, of course! From October 3-29, adventure-seekers can unlock a $75 Paradise Play Pass to spend on dining and entertainment at the Surfers Paradise precinct. If you're eager to spend your weekend axe-throwing, eating ice-cream and drinking frozen margs, keep reading for all of the important deets ... more

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Camels and creativity – shop from more than 110 regional and rural stalls at the Buy From the Bush QLD Festival
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Camels and creativity – shop from more than 110 regional and rural stalls at the Buy From the Bush QLD Festival

If you're keen for a spot of adventure this weekend, clear your diary for this Saturday September 16 as the Buy From the Bush QLD Festival is back at Summer Land Camel Farm! This year's event is once again bringing together some of the state's best creatives, makers, growers and artisans to the Scenic Rim. Plus, this time around there will also be a few special guests of the furry variety ... more

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Kids Take Over HOTA these school holidays with picnic parties, Lego battles and movies under the stars
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Kids Take Over HOTA these school holidays with picnic parties, Lego battles and movies under the stars

If you can believe it, the end of this week welcomes another edition of school holidays. If you're a parent, this means that you have two weeks to fill with fun activities to keep the kids entertained. Thankfully, HOTA has your back this September with the return of mini-festival Kids Take Over from September 27 to October 1. Here are all of the whimsical activities in store ... more

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Level up the school-holiday fun at Paradise Centre this September
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Level up the school-holiday fun at Paradise Centre this September

The September school holidays are just around the corner, and if that's not a sign that the year is flying by, we don't know what is. If you need some ideas quick-sticks on how to keep the kids entertained, Paradise Centre has your back. Boasting the world's largest Timezone, virtual-reality experiences, escape rooms and even axe throwing, there's plenty for youngsters to enjoy at this family-friendly locale. Continue reading to discover what else is on offer over the upcoming school holidays ... more

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Rediscover the magic of books at HOTA's newest kid-friendly exhibition, Colour Your Imagination – Just add books
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Rediscover the magic of books at HOTA’s newest kid-friendly exhibition, Colour Your Imagination – Just add books

If the recent influx of adorable pictures of kids dressed in fairytale-esque costumes wasn't an obvious enough sign, another edition of Book Week has just passed. If you're keen to continue showing literature some love and rediscover the beauty of books, take your kids to HOTA Gallery's newest kid-friendly exhibition, Colour Your Imagination – Just add books. This enchanting exhibition offers an immersive and super-fun experience springing from the colourful imagination of Gold Coast artist Victoria Reichelt. more

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Check in to Paradise Centre for a front-row seat to the Pacific Airshow
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Check in to Paradise Centre for a front-row seat to the Pacific Airshow

In case you missed the exciting news, the Pacific Airshow is flying into Surfers Paradise from August 18–20. The best seats in the house are at none other than Paradise Centre, which is celebrating the aviation event with Paradise Air, an airshow extravaganza that promises non-stop thrills, flavoursome fare, fabulous freebies and even some feathered friends. Ready to board? Leave your passport at home and come along with us to this beachside plane party. more

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Mum's the word – ace Mother's Day with our round-up of the coast's best events
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Mum’s the word – ace Mother’s Day with our round-up of the coast’s best events

It's important to treat the leading lady in your life – whether that be your mum, grandma or someone else deserving of a little bit of appreciation. Luckily for you, we've taken the effort out of Mother's Day this year and rounded up some of the best Mother's Day events for you – from Italian feasts to French-inspired lunches. Thank us later, when you're crowned the favourite child. more

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Snap up freebies, see rollerskating bunnies and dance to DJ-spun beats at Paradise Centre at these Easter school holidays
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Snap up freebies, see rollerskating bunnies and dance to DJ-spun beats at Paradise Centre at these Easter school holidays

Easter is just around the corner, and that means the school holidays have arrived! To celebrate the annual chocolate-filled occasion, shopping, lifestyle and dining precinct Paradise Centre will be serving up all things sweet these school holidays with Sweet as Easter from April 1–16. You can expect to snag some truly great freebies, breakdance with bunnies and dance to some dynamite DJ sets. Here's all the need-to-know deets ... more