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Zip up to Scenic Rim for cliff-face adventures

A world-first “cliff park”, with three mountain-based adventure experiences, is set to open in the Gold Coast hinterland early in the new year. Happitat, based in

4WD wheelchair opens up Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve

Nature-loving wheelchair users now have the opportunity to better explore one of the most popular rainforest walks in South-East Queensland. Mary Cairncross Scenic

Babiak comes up for sea air on the Gold Coast

The brainchild behind Tasmania’s “Come Down For Air” brand marketing success is the new head of Brand Gold Coast. Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate said Todd

Beach patrol hours extended on the Gold Coast

Lifeguards will patrol Gold Coast beaches for extended hours from tomorrow, as summer crowds build for the holiday period. Mayor Tom Tate said Gold Coast Lifeguards and

Sky-high drive continues for pioneering doctor

The pioneer of helicopter medicine in Australia and co-founder of CareFlight has switched his focus from saving lives to saving skies. Doctor Ken Wishaw, the country’s

Kangaroo Point Bridge, Brisbane, Queensland.

Kangaroo Point Bridge opens Sunday and roads close

Brisbane’s newest river crossing, between Kangaroo Point and the CBD, opens to the public on Sunday. Brisbane City Council is hosting an opening event for the new

Real-time monitoring boosts active school travel

A program which sends real-time notifications to parents on their children travelling to and from school has boosted active travel among Sunshine Coast

North Australian Festival of Arts stands alone in 2025

The national award-winning North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA) will operate as an independent event next year, after transitioning from Townsville City Council

Guide drives coastal vibe in apartment design

Sunshine Coast Council architects have produced a design guide for apartments and townhouses focussed on coastal living. Environment and Liveability Portfolio Councillor

50 cent fares drive patronage past pre-COVID levels

Confirmation 50 cent public transport fares will remain in South-East Queensland has been announced alongside the latest patronage figures, which show a widespread

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