It's officially the first day of spring and with the exception of those pesky magpies, it's the perfect time to escape the city life and get back to nature before the humidity of summer makes it too hot to move. If you're dreaming of outdoor adventures, you need Oztent’s miraculous 30-second tents in your life. more
One of the biggest transportation innovations of the past few years is the advent of ride-sharing service, Uber. After much debate and back-and-forth from the state government, Uber will be fully legalised in Queensland from Thursday September 1. If you’ve been hesitant to jump on the Uber bandwagon due to its legal purgatory, you might be unfamiliar with the benefits. Here is a quick summary of why Uber has caught on, how Uber works, and why you should consider it next time you need to be somewhere promptly. more
Dad jokes, dad bods, daggy dads – fathers have copped enough flak from us for the time being. Father’s Day is the one day a year that we zip our mouths and appreciate dads for being the top blokes they are. Forget socks, jocks and gift cards – here are some Father’s Day gifts that will earn you some serious brownie points. more
It’s that time of the year where we all go crazy for blockbusters. Although there are plenty of great flicks out at the moment to see, we are already looking forward to next year (and the year after) when some history-making films are set for release. San Diego Comic-Con is one of the biggest entertainment conventions in the world and it always brings the goods when it comes to big announcements and movie trailers. Here are five that have got us frothing in excitement. more
So you are one of the lucky ones that managed to nab a ticket to Splendour this year – congratulations! Now we are sure that you’ve already packed your bag and planned your itinerary, but we just wanted to give you a few suggestions for making the absolute most out of your long weekend at the festival. more
The biggest musical event of the year is imminent ¬– soon thousands of party people will be heading to Byron Bay for the annual Splendour in the Grass Festival. If you aren’t a seasoned festival punter, we’ve compiled a quick list of hints and tips to ensure you make it through the weekend unscathed. more
We just passed the halfway point of 2016 and things are just starting to heat up (figuratively – we’re freezing). A bunch of quirky foodie trends, dream travel destinations and great pop culture fodder is keeping us inspired this month. Here is what we are vibing … more
If your daily commute is leaving you a little hot and bothered, it might be time to consider swapping muscle for a motor. Dillenger is a Gold Coast-based company that is making daily travels a breeze with its range of nifty electric bikes. more
TED is turning ten! One of our favourite resources for inspiration and information is growing up, so we thought we’d celebrate the milestone by selecting our personal faves that have helped shape our thinking over the past decade. more
Sharks are, unfortunately, one of the biggest risks a surfer faces when they step into the water but what if that needn't be the case? The Modom shark leash utilises the latest in shark deterring technology and is designed to minimise the risk of close encounters with creatures from the deep. more
We’re all loving the changes we’ve seen on the Gold Coast in the last few years – especially the eclectic and innovative mix of new bars, cafes, coffee nooks, design hubs, public events, exhibition spaces and chic restaurants. Great ideas come from collaborating, so here’s your chance to have a say on what you’d like to see in our city. more
In news that got tech heads buzzing, Google has unveiled a voice-controlled Wi-Fi speaker that doubles as a smarthome control centre and a virtual assistant. It’s called Google Home and it’s expected to drop later this year. more
New emoji day is about as good or better than Christmas, Easter and your own birthday rolled in to one. Emojis are the gifts that keep on giving and though we might gradually be forgetting how to write without a cheeky smiley or thumbs up, we simply cannot ignore the fact that on Tuesday June 21 we will have 72 new emojis to play with. Trust us, these newbies are *insert fire emoji here* and will hopefully keep us satisfied for a little while. more
We have now arrived at winter and the middle of the year, which means 2016 is about to heat up. Here are a few bits and pieces we are really digging this month. more
Step aside, Scrabble! Move over, Monopoly! The humble board game is making a strong resurgence, but it isn’t the classics that are all the rage these days. There is a host of new engrossing games to while away a few hours, ranging from family friendly to risqué. We’ve selected a few recommendations to help liven up a dinner party, keep you occupied on a rainy day or even try on a night out! more
A shared love of skating and minimalist design led Leigh Warner and his partner Stephanie Newbold to put pencil to paper and sketch out the first designs for Gold Coast Long Boards. Within a few weeks of its release, the first batch of boards has almost completely sold-out. more
When smart phones first emerged on the scene, apps were a new novelty – we couldn’t get enough of them! Nowaways, the lustre of smart phone apps has faded and seem to be left ignored, clogging up our home pages. We’ve come a long way from Angry Birds and Words With Friends, these days there are plenty of exciting new apps that are engaging, creative and straight up useful. We’ve compiled a quick list of the ones that we have been playing around with (not in office hours, of course). more
Look, we take our work seriously at The Weekend Edition but sometimes we need to take five and focus on something else before we can charge ahead with our work. Unfortunately, sometimes we find ourselves stuck in a procrastination spiral. If you are easily distracted like us or are looking for an excuse to procrastinate, we have compiled a quick list of YouTube videos and channels that will have you forgetting all about your commitments. The only catch – you can’t blame us when you hit your deadline with nothing to show. more
April is here and with it comes a whole new bunch of food to eat, television shows to watch and culture to devour. Here are five things we loved so much throughout March that we had to share. more
A new month means four weeks of amazing food, drink, art, technology and culture to catch up on. Here are five things we loved in February that we want to share with you. more
