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Here's how to snag a $50 dining and entertainment gift card at Paradise Centre these school holidays
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Here’s how to snag a $50 dining and entertainment gift card at Paradise Centre these school holidays

Spring is here and with it comes the first beach days of the season. But if all the sand, sun and salt have you desperately needing some relief, Paradise Centre is hosting a jam-packed program of activities, entertainment and experiences to fill your days. From September 13–29, Paradise Centre is sweetening the deal even further and giving away a $50 Paradise Play Pass to spend on dining and entertainment when you spend $200 or more. Keep reading to find out how to snag … more

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From the ground up – dig into the best of Byron Writers Festival 2024
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From the ground up – dig into the best of Byron Writers Festival 2024

For us lit lovers, Byron Writers Festival is like a mega music festival, but here, writers are the rock stars. Nestled in the picturesque hinterland town of Bangalow, the festival offers a unique opportunity to not only see our literary idols but to mingle with them. With an action-packed line-up of authors, book launches, workshops, panels and kid-friendly fun, there’s bound to be an event that suits every book worm ... more

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24-hour dance duet and a musical playground – here’s the best of BLEACH* Festival 2024
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24-hour dance duet and a musical playground – here’s the best of BLEACH* Festival 2024

Buckle up Gold Coast as BLEACH* Festival is here! Taking over our beautiful beachside city from August 1–11, this year’s BLEACH* is showcasing over 400 artists, 30 shows, 110 performances, 18 Queensland premieres and eight world premieres across four hubs. We’ve rounded up some of the most exciting events happening at this year’s festival – from a 24-hour dance duet and ​​mesmerising light installations to gigs in the valley and a musical playground. Dive in for our top picks … more

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Family-friendly art exhibitions and a world-class airshow – ride the G:link to these unmissable August events
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Family-friendly art exhibitions and a world-class airshow – ride the G:link to these unmissable August events

With the sun rising a little earlier, giving us just a few extra minutes each day, we can tell that spring is just around the corner! So you can get in the spirit, we have hand-picked a fun selection of events happening across the Gold Coast to see you into the warmer months! 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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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 16–18. 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 one of our favourite 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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Queensland artists take centre stage at the 2024 BLEACH* Festival
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Queensland artists take centre stage at the 2024 BLEACH* Festival

The arts scene on the Gold Coast has seen unprecedented growth in the last few years, and one could argue that our annual arts festival BLEACH* has had a lot to do with it. Coming into its 13th year, BLEACH* has reached peak teenager status, and is more determined than ever to make its mark on a national and global scale. With over 400 artists, 30 shows, 110 performances, 18 Queensland premieres and eight world premieres, you'll want to block out your calendar from August 1–11, because you’re not going to want to miss a minute of the fun. more

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Powerslide your way to being a pro at Skate Paradise
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Powerslide your way to being a pro at Skate Paradise

Calling all sidewalk shredders! From June 22 to July 7, don your helmets and kneepads, grab your skateboard and head to Paradise Centre in the heart of Surfers Paradise, where a skateboarding mecca awaits. Over the winter school holidays, the beachside venue will be home to a huge skate ramp, skate shows, breakdancing performances, fun kids’ workshops, giveaways, and more. Ready to carve it up? Read on for all of the cool details … 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

Mother's Day is fast approaching (Sunday May 12, for those who need a little nudge), and if you're keen to treat the leading lady in your life – whether that be your mum, grandma or someone else deserving of a little bit of appreciation – we've done the hard yards to round up a few options. From fancy feasts to pretty picnics, you can thank us later when you're crowned the favourite child. more

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Feel the flower power as Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers unveils its 75th anniversary program
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Feel the flower power as Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers unveils its 75th anniversary program

Who knows what bounty spring will bring? Well, if you head into Toowoomba it’s near guaranteed to bring a cornucopia of enchanting flora, enlivening family fun and an enriching run of local food and drink. That’s right – the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is returning this September for another year of fabulous floriferous festivities. Celebrating 75 years, the festival has packed more than 77 efflorescent events into four petal-filled weeks from September 13 to October 7. Read on to uncover this year’s program … more

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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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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