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1 week ago |
9news.com.au | Amalee Saunders
The Gold Coast is projected to reach a population of one million people by 2040, from 647,000 in 2022, according to a recent State of the City report. The report indicates the city has had substantial economic growth, with its economy now valued at nearly $50 billion. "The Gold Coast was once a tourism only economy, now its much more than that, Gold Coast City Council chief executive Tim Baker said.
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3 weeks ago |
9news.com.au | Amalee Saunders
Three-quarters of surveyed Gold Coasters support the proposed Gold Coast Arena, slated to be built at Carey Park in Nerang. The survey, presented at a full council meeting, revealed that 75 per cent of respondents support the construction of the arena at Carey Park - land which has already been secured from the state government.
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3 weeks ago |
9news.com.au | Amalee Saunders
Gold Coast ratepayers face potential increases as the council navigates the complexities of funding new infrastructure and managing rising operational expenses. Mayor Tom Tate has pledged to align any general rate increase with inflation. However, several significant projects are placing considerable strain on the city's financial resources.
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1 month ago |
9news.com.au | Amalee Saunders
The Gold Coast is grappling with declining volunteer numbers, raising concerns about the city's capacity to host major events, including the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. A recent city report revealed that only 11 per cent of Gold Coast residents currently participate in volunteering, a figure described as "just below the average" with "a bit of room for improvement", according to Lifestyle Committee Chair Glenn Tozer.
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1 month ago |
9news.com.au | Amalee Saunders
A Gold Coast resident is disputing a massive water bill, alleging a council-owned tree caused a water leak on his property. Terry Gulliver, a swim coach, received a bill exceeding $5000, a figure almost eight times his usual charge. "I thought it was my rate bill, and then I took a double-take because it said water and sewerage... and I thought that's crazy," Gulliver said.
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Ebony Cavallaro
Reporter at Nine News Australia
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Anna McGraw
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Candace Sutton
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Senior Reporter at Daily Mail Australia
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