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3 weeks ago | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Bianca Trathen |Jacqueline Bojanowski |Lisette Drew
Once upon a time we left holidaymakers to their own devices in arguably the GC's most famous beachside suburb, but off the beaten path - well to be fair, some are still very much on it - locals have been keeping these gems all to themselves for a little too long if you ask us.
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1 month ago | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Byron Region |Lisette Drew |Bianca Trathen |Alex Mitcheson
Sundays are reserved for one of three purposes; chilling with the fam and getting prepped for the week ahead, sneaking in a little Sunday sesh to delay Monday as long as humanly possible, and our fave, a spot of road trippin!We're lucky on the GC as we're inundated with scenic drive options, and only need to travel an hour or two to find lots of beautiful, unique sights and activities. We've broken it down to five destinations and provided a small snapshot of what you can find at each.
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1 month ago | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew |Belinda Symons |Bianca Trathen |Jacqueline Bojanowski
Look we're all partial to a good hat but if you're a chef, a hat is all that and a bag of chips. Each year, the Australian Good Food Guide awards hats to the crème de la crème in the restaurant world. Although many of our neighbouring states and cities may have once turned their noses up at the GC dining landscape, sir, times are a'changin!This year, a whopping 26 of our fave local eats destinations scored at least one hat, and we are proud as punch! The AGFG rates each restaurant out of 20.
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1 month ago | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew |Chelsea Ipsen |Bianca Trathen
We're sure you've noticed (there are gorg murals everywhere now), but Gold Coast's local art scene is popping off! From galleries to murals, exhibitions to workshops, our talented local artists are making themselves known here and on the national scene. So, if you're looking for a unique way to spend a day on the Gold Coast, why not appreciate all the exceptional art on offer? Here's a list of local galleries to help you get your art fix (listed north to south).
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1 month ago | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Chelsea Ipsen |Lisette Drew |Jacqueline Bojanowski |Bianca Trathen
Get ready for a buttery good time - Dipcro Pastry has just opened its second location in Main Beach! After the OG Chevron Island outpost quickly rose to fame in 2023, this beloved patisserie has opened a second (and much larger) location, giving locals and tourists alike plenty of room to flake out (in the most delicious way)! At the heart of Dipcro's success story is its dynamic duo - Evelyn and Michael Njam - who blend culinary creativity and business savvy to serve up pastry treats that...
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2 months ago | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew |Alex Mitcheson |Belinda Symons |Bianca Trathen
One of the benefits of the pandemic was undoubtedly the widespread acceptance of working from home. You escape the daily commute, and you can casually hop on Zoom calls fresh out of bed. However, fast forward a smidge and the shine begins to fade on WFH. You inevitably miss putting on nice clothes, washing your face and interacting with other humans IRL. Enter the co-working space. The ultimate inbetween.
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2 months ago | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew |Bianca Trathen
Without a doubt one of life's greatest pleasures is sitting down in front of a multi-tiered tray, delicately filled with morish bite-size eats and paired with a cuppa. Or bubbles. Okay both. In all honest-tea, here are 13 of the best high tea haunts here on the Coast. Bake a leg and get bready to tick them off your must-visit list, one by one.
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2 months ago | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew |Bianca Trathen
Hold onto your tastebuds, because cyclone season just brought a whirlwind of exciting new foodie hotspots! As the Gold Coast bounces back from the chaos of Cyclone Alfred, local businesses are ready to roll and eager to please the community. From moreish bites to mouthwatering sips, here's your inside scoop on the hottest openings from last month. Got matcha on the mind? Palm Beach's '94 is serving up the finest green goodness, and it's quickly becoming the local hub for caffeine and community.
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Mar 3, 2025 | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew |Bianca Trathen
February was a blink-and-you'll-miss-it kind of month, but a fresh batch of brand-new venues made sure it didn't go unnoticed! From a Thai spot bursting with colour to a café serving up serious vacay vibes, here's your inside scoop on the hottest openings last month you'll want to sink your teeth into. Rise & Set has arrived in Coombabah, and it's serving up more than just brunch - it's a whole vibe.
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Feb 26, 2025 | 
insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew |Bianca Trathen |Jacqueline Bojanowski
The history of buffet style eating is a mixed affair. Its origins could be said to hark back to a mixture of cultures - from Asia to Europe. The 'smorgasbord' became internationally known as such at the 1939 New York World's Fair exhibition, because the Swedes had to invent a new way of showcasing the best of Swedish food to large numbers of visitors. And the rest, as they say, is history...
