A pile of abandoned household furniture left on a Gold Coast footpath has triggered a strong online reaction, reigniting debate about illegal dumping, short-term residents and personal responsibility — both at home and overseas. The incident came to light after a local resident shared photos on the r/GoldCoast subreddit, accusing a departing backpacker of dumping […]
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On the Gold Coast, not everyone needs to own a drill, a hedge trimmer or a sewing machine. The Gold Coast Tool Library in Robina exists for exactly that reason — to make tools and equipment accessible to everyone, while cutting down on waste and unused gear sitting in garages. It’s part of a small
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Burleigh locals have again spotted a familiar face camping illegally — this time under a gazebo on Burleigh Hill, complete with surfboards, a bicycle and sweeping ocean views. The makeshift camp appeared earlier this week beside the Burleigh Pavilion, in one of the Gold Coast’s busiest and most photographed spots. Residents quickly recognised the man
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On the Gold Coast, there’s a house that gets more attention than most tourist attractions — and not because of who actually lives there. For decades, locals and tourists alike have been convinced that this waterfront home belongs to Jackie Chan. People ring the doorbell, slip notes into the letterbox, and occasionally hang around hoping
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A Sydney-based developer has submitted plans for a new shopping and wellness precinct in the rapidly growing northern Gold Coast suburb of Coomera. The project, known as Coomera Social Harvest, would occupy a 11,180-square-metre site on Naves Drive, with frontage along Kerkin Road South. Option Property Investments, a company linked to 61-year-old businessman Paul Samir
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In a touching post on Reddit, a grieving husband shared a poignant story about his late wife, a mother of three and grandmother of four, who passed away earlier this year. For over 41 years, she was his best friend, soulmate, and the love of his life. One of their cherished routines was taking evening
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ANZAC Day is an annual day of remembrance for the brave soldiers who stormed Gallipoli at dawn on April 25, 1915, and all Australians and New Zealanders who have served in conflicts since. • Burleigh Heads: Anzac Day dawn service begins at 4:15 am and runs until 5:30 am at the Memorial Park Cenotaph. The
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ANZAC Day is an annual day of remembrance for the brave soldiers who stormed Gallipoli at dawn on April 25, 1915, and all Australians and New Zealanders who have served in conflicts since. • Burleigh Heads: Anzac Day dawn service begins at 4:15 am and runs until 5:30 am at the Memorial Park Cenotaph. The
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