The City of Gold Coast has launched a new campaign urging pet owners to take greater responsibility, following a rise in reported dog attacks across the region. More than 600 attacks were recorded in 2025, an average of 54 each month, with most incidents occurring in public places where dogs wereContinue Reading
Four men have been charged following a major police operation targeting a transnational organised crime syndicate allegedly trafficking large quantities of illicit drugs across Australia. Operation Xray Skywalk, launched in August 2025, uncovered a network believed to be coordinating drug distribution across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Western Australia andContinue Reading
Redland City Council will assess the future of the Toondah Harbour precinct following the withdrawal of development partner Walker Group from the long-planned project in Cleveland. Mayor Jos Mitchell said while the decision was unexpected, Council acknowledged the commercial factors behind the move and remains focused on securing a positiveContinue Reading
Police are appealing for public assistance as investigations continue into a stolen vehicle believed to be linked to a serious assault on the Gold Coast earlier this month. Detectives say a silver 2020 Subaru Outback, bearing Queensland registration 679MM4, was stolen during a break-in at a Pimpama home on MatashaContinue Reading
A new exhibition co-designed in Logan is set to travel from the city’s local gallery to the National Portrait Gallery of Australia, showcasing First Nations stories, culture and creativity on a national platform. The exhibition titled ‘Thread: Connecting stories and community explores the relationships between garments, identity, and the histories, labourContinue Reading
Eighteen-year-old Broadbeach Waters student Robert Barber was preparing for his final Year 12 exams when everyday fatigue escalated into something far more serious. After struggling to complete a lap of his school oval and later feeling dizzy in the surf, Robert discovered his haemoglobin had dropped to dangerous levels. DaysContinue Reading
The Crisafulli Government has expanded and made permanent its Youth Co-Responder Teams, strengthening efforts to reduce youth crime and support at-risk young people across the state. The initiative, delivered in partnership with the Queensland Police Service and youth justice agencies, will now operate across all 15 police districts. The teams have been enhanced withContinue Reading
The Crisafulli Government is expanding its School Crossing Supervisor Scheme to improve safety for students travelling to and from school across the state. New crossings have opened at Ascot State School and St John’s Catholic Primary School, with additional sites in Toowoomba, Rockhampton and Mudgeeraba, including Kings Christian College, set to be completed by the end of May. TheContinue Reading
Small Business Month is set to return to the Scenic Rim this May, offering a dynamic program designed to support local operators to grow, connect and thrive. Delivered by Scenic Rim Regional Council, the month-long initiative features free workshops, networking events and hands-on business support. Topics include social media, grant writing, taxation, recruitmentContinue Reading
A shared vision for growth was front and centre at the inaugural Redlands Coast Economic Development Forum, bringing together leaders, businesses and organisations committed to shaping the region’s future. Hosted by Redland City Council at Redland RSL in Cleveland, the forum focused on building stronger partnerships to drive economic success. Mayor Jos Mitchell highlightedContinue Reading