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Enquiries from media should be directed to media@goldcoast.qld.gov.au or phone 07 5581 7941. For interviews or comments from the Mayor, please contact Warwick Sinclair on wsinclair@goldcoast.qld.gov.au or phone 07 5581 5225.
Thursday
29 March 2018Boardwalk takes visitors into Tallebudgera’s hidden gems
3.40pmThe city’s newest nature trail has opened – adding to the Gold Coast’s 714 kilometres of trails.
Mayor Tom Tate today opened a 120m long boardwalk within the Schuster Park Natural Area, which forms part of a longer nature trail experience...
Saturday
24 March 2018Mayor plans review of Public Art Policy
11.22amMayor Tom Tate has today announced plans for a widespread review of the Public Art Policy - and changes to the selection panel.
It comes after strong community criticism of the northern gateway public art, with many people commenting the artwork...
Thursday
22 March 2018Pioneering family honoured at new HOTA venue
12.36pmOne of the city’s true pioneering families has been recognised in a touching ceremony at HOTA (Home of the Arts) today.
Mayor Tom Tate joined with the Hicks family to unveil a tribute at the new HOTA amphitheatre in Evandale.
“The Hicks...
Wednesday
21 March 2018Mayor promotes beach access for everyone, ahead of GC2018
3.59pmBeach access equipment is now available at 10 locations across the city in time for Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Better access to beaches is part of the City’s commitment to ensuring that everyone can have a beach experience.
Mayor Tom Tate...
Tuesday
20 March 2018New ‘surfing’ craze to hit Gold Coast from today
12.04pmUPDATE TO MEDIA RELEASE BELOW
City of Gold Coast has today amended its requirement for free wi-fi users to log in via their Facebook accounts.
The change has come about after Facebook executives today confirmed they had privacy issues with their...
Monday
19 March 2018Seniors to enjoy free dog registration
12.13pmMayor Tom Tate has today announced free dog registration for seniors.
“My annual City Budget survey is underway and I’ve heard from many seniors that their annual dog registration fee is an issue they’d like to have reconsidered from 2018-19,’’ he...
