Lisette Drew

Gold Coast, Queensland

Writer at Freelance

Editorial Reporter and Social Media Coordinator at The Weekend Edition

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Articles

Meet Kate Baggerson

2 days ago | insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew |Belinda Symons

Kate Baggerson is a bold arts leader and cultural strategist known for creating large-scale, participatory projects that connect communities through storytelling and creativity. As Co-Founder and Executive/Artistic Director of the award-winning organisation Everybody NOW!, she's led its national growth and delivered powerful community-driven arts experiences across Australia.
Winter WONDERland

1 week 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).
Brrr-illiant winter breaks

1 week ago | insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew

The Gold Coast is known for its endless summer, but for those of us who live here, we sometimes find ourselves dreaming of misty mountain mornings, curling up beside a crackling fire and wrapping our fingers around a mug of something mulled. Turns out, we're not the only ones. A growing number of travellers are swapping beach breaks for brisk escapes, trading sunburn for stargazing and chasing the chill instead of running from it.
10 reasons locals love Chevron Island

2 weeks 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...
That's how we bowl

2 weeks ago | insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew

In an era where a small salad can set you back half a day's pay, it's nice to find a takeaway spot that's both affordable and unapologetically flavourful. Who wants to spend their hard earned cash on a sad desk lunch anyway? Not us!Uncle is here to help. Uncle Bowl is a new cheeky little eatery in Molendinar, alongside our faves Bake House Gozen and Janus Deli, for anyone who likes speedy service and slurp-worthy satisfaction.
Mother's Day in paradise

2 weeks ago | insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew

Gold Coasters, do we detect the slightest notes of aromatherapy oils, artisan tea blends and fresh-baked scones filling the air? Yep, that's right - Mother's Day is just around the corner!But fret not if you're yet to line up anything plush in honour of Mama dearest. All across the Coast, our most fanciful eats, fun and self-care purveyors are putting the finishing touches on myriad ways to spoil the OG lady in our lives.
your guide to the hottest Gold Coast openings

2 weeks ago | insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew

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.
Takin' care of business

4 weeks 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.
Runway looks for less

4 weeks ago | insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew

There's something deeply satisfying about sifting through racks of pre-loved clothing and finding a diamond in the rough. At Southport's stylish new hotspot, Encore Runway, fashion isn't just making a comeback - it's getting the encore it deserves. Encore Runway, founded by Cher, is flipping the script on resale shopping, proving that sustainability can be runway-ready, affordable, and downright fabulous.
Wake up your senses with this golden-hued high tea

1 month ago | insidegoldcoast.com.au | Lisette Drew

The temperature might be getting cooler, but crisp mornings bring out the most colourful sunrises, so bold and beautiful, we just want to drink it in. Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast shares this sentiment, and has stepped up to the plate with its dazzling new Golden Aurora High Tea - a radiant celebration of sunrise and golden-hour glamour, available daily until Saturday 31st May 2025. From the moment you walk into the illustrious Pearls Bar, you're enveloped into a sun-kissed paradise.