Media releases

City chases major Chinese mining company HQ

One of China’s largest mining logistics companies is looking to set up its Australian headquarters on the Gold Coast, following a visit from Mayor Tom Tate to Chengdu.

Yahua International Group, with 5000 employees world wide, has already bought a mining...

International student boost for Gold Coast

Taiwan’s top 10 education providers will look to increase the number of tertiary students enrolling on the Gold Coast, with student safety a top priority. 

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate today briefed the education sector, outlining the quality of courses offered...

Mayor Tate chasing ‘smart jobs’ for health precinct

The Gold Coast’s Health and Knowledge Precinct took centre stage in Taiwan today – with Mayor Tom Tate encouraging leading bio-medical companies to invest in our city.

“This precinct at Parkwood is the future of our smart-jobs economy,’’ said Mayor Tom...

City gets inside look at leading disaster centre

Gold Coast residents and business will be better protected during a natural disaster, with Mayor Tom Tate taking a first-hand look at one of the most advanced disaster management centres in the world.

The Mayor is in Taipei, as part of...

Protection plan for vulnerable coastal stretch

One of the city’s most vulnerable stretches of coastline will be given significant protection.

The City has today awarded a contract for the construction of an $18.2 million artificial offshore reef to better project Palm Beach.

Palm Beach has a narrow beach...

Mayor keeps pressure on for two-year solar ferry trial

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate has welcomed the positive response from Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA) to a proposed solar ferry passenger service for the city.

“The enthusiasm at yesterday’s board meeting was encouraging and I don’t believe any of the...