Good afternoooon GC, and welcome again to a different ripper Thursday.
A giant congratulations to the GC Suns who put up a mighty finals battle final week, you probably did us all proud, and we are able to’t wait to see you again there once more subsequent season.
It’s September 18.
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One Massive Factor: Visitors slows as tempo ramps up for GC500
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Uncover thundereggs and drive diggers behind: The GC at Thunderbird Park
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Massive blaze scars: Burleigh Headland in suspected arson
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Trending: Nerang’s best-kept secret?
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Across the net: A vid on how property costs have modified since 2011, NASA’s response to a sophisticated alien spacecraft?, Virgin to permit canines on planes, Albania declares the world’s first-ever AI Minister (to battle corruption) and heaps extra!
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Upcoming occasions
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By Marshall Corridor
What’s Occurring: The annual site visitors snarl created by the Gold Coast 500 has began with crews now establishing the two.96km Surfers Paradise circuit.
Why It Issues: Greater than a motorsport spectacle, it is a cornerstone of native GC occasions that delivers a multimillion-dollar injection into the native economic system each time it runs.
By the Numbers:
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$58 million: Was the increase added to the native economic system in 2024
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200,000+: Followers anticipated trackside this 12 months
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6km: Boundaries and fencing are being put in for the two.96km circuit
Native Affect: With slightly below 40 days forward of the Supercars’ greatest half, the mammoth building job began on Monday.
Quick Lanes and Full Homes: Groove Armada headlines Saturday night time, whereas the Stafford Brothers and Brooke Evers gentle up Friday.
What The Folks Say:
Occasion Supervisor Matthew Ramsden mentioned the monitor construct at all times marked an thrilling shift for the town as anticipation for the enduring race ramps up.
“For the subsequent six weeks, the Surfers Paradise precinct will tackle a complete new character,’’ Mr Ramsden mentioned.
“Final 12 months, the occasion contributed over $58m to the native Gold Coast economic system. As at all times, we encourage followers who desire a sneak peek of the circuit to get in and assist the native companies that play such a crucial position within the success of this occasion yearly
Gold Coast Appearing Mayor Mark Hammel mentioned he inspired Gold Coasters to point out persistence as work will get underway via Principal Seashore and Paradise Waters.
“Subsequent month, we’ll welcome greater than 200,000 race followers to one of many greatest occasions on our annual calendar so the short-term restrictions on site visitors motion will likely be properly price it when the chequered flag drops,’’ Cr Hammel mentioned.
What To Look For Subsequent
With practically all company field and grandstand tickets all offered out, discover the hyperlink within the full article to purchase yours at the moment.
Uncover thundereggs and drive diggers behind the GC at Thunderbird Park
What’s taking place?
Thunderbird Park on Tamborine Mountain is inviting households to step into the sneakers of modern-day explorers these college holidays.
Guests can fossick for treasures on the world’s largest Thunderegg Crystal Mine earlier than heading subsequent door to Dig IT, Australia’s first mini-excavator park.
By Marshall Corridor
What’s Occurring: A suspicious fireplace tore via Burleigh Heads Nationwide Park on Tuesday night time, burning a lot of the jap aspect of the enduring headland and prompting a significant emergency response.
Why It Issues: The park, which is likely one of the most visited parks within the area, suffered vital injury within the blaze, in line with State Member for Burleigh Hermann Vorster.
By the Numbers:
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75%: Of grass beneath boulder clusters has been burnt away
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1886: Is when the headland was first put aside for public functions, formally gazetted a nationwide park in 1947
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27 hectares: Is the scale of the nationwide park
Native Affect: The headland strolling monitor is closed, koala habitat has been scorched, and vital pure and cultural heritage has been put in danger.
What The Folks Say:
Mr Vorster thanked firefighters and Nationwide Park wildlife service rangers for safeguarding the group.
No one was injured throughout the blaze and no homes have been in danger.
What To Look For Subsequent: The total article beneath.
Nerang’s best-kept secret?
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Albania simply introduced that its new: Corruption Minister will likely be an AI chatbot named Diella (Albanian for solar..)
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Meta simply unveiled its new: Oaklet Meta Vanguard good glasses for athletes
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NASA responds to claims that: Interstellar object3I/ATLAS is an superior alien spacecraft
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A number of GC SUNS are nearing a return to: AFLW motion because the 2025 season nears its midway level.
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Sealink and the Brisbane Bullets are: Showcasing Straddie
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A fast vid on how Aussie property: Costs have modified since 2011 👇 Not so ‘Sunny Days’ should you’re not available in the market @ABSStats..
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🌊 SWELL Sculpture Pageant — Thu Sep 18 (all day & into night); Australia’s greatest out of doors sculpture exhibition transforms Currumbin Seashore with 80+ artworks throughout 1.2km, plus twilight walks and fringe activations. Free, beachside at Currumbin Alley–Kropp Park.
🛍️ Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets — Fri Sep 19, 4–9 pm; stroll 100+ native maker stalls alongside The Esplanade with dwell tunes and sea breezes; an iconic GC night time market expertise.
🎗️ Sky Racing Pink Ribbon Raceday — Sat Sep 20, 10 am–5:30 pm, Costume in pink for Australia’s largest group fundraiser raceday at Aquis Park (Bundall) supporting NBCF; trackside motion, fashions & hospitality.
✨ Astra Lumina Night time Stroll — Sat Sep 20 (night classes); Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary lights up after darkish with an immersive, cosmic path via the bushland; family-friendly and magical.
🏉 AFLW: Gold Coast SUNS vs Adelaide Crows — Solar Sep 21, 5:05 pm
AFLW Spherical 6 at Folks First Stadium (Robina); youngsters U18 go free. Gates 4:15 pm—get across the SUNS at residence.
🤸 Nationwide Golf equipment Gymnastics Carnival — Mon Sep 22 to Wed Sep 24 (day by day classes); Australia’s greatest multi-gym sport carnival continues at Gold Coast Sports activities & Leisure Centre (Carrara) with athletes from across the nation.
🚀 HOTA Youngsters Take Over (launch day) — Wed Sep 24 (varied occasions); Faculty-holiday takeover kicks off at HOTA with reveals like Intergalactic Pizzeria, workshops and household actions throughout the precinct.
