International tourists are spending more than ever on the Gold Coast, but mayor Tom Tate says the city faces a public transport "time bomb" that could ruin its reputation.
The state government says a promised police beat in Burleigh Heads will be operating by the end of the year, but the acting mayor has questioned why it won't be open at night or on weekends.
A 43-metre tower approved for Palm Beach has reignited debate over the Gold Coast's planning rules, with the acting mayor saying height limits have been overlooked "hundreds of times".
Queensland Teachers' Union members vote against an offer of an 8 per cent pay rise, vowing to keep up their campaign for better wages and working conditions.
The company behind the Gold Coast-based crypto token Qoin has been fined $14 million by the Federal Court following long-running legal action by the corporate watchdog.
The 50-year-old founder of the Serving Our People charity, headquartered on the Gold Coast, has been charged with more than 50 offences following investigations into multiple allegations of sexual assault.
Student hackers compete in the International Cybersecurity Challenge 2026, an ethical hacking contest simulating real cyber attacks and defences with real-world consequences.
