💵 Aussie average salary cracks $100k | Weapon scans expand to shopping centres | Spring school holiday fun ideas | Six new baby koalas at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and more!
💵 Aussie average salary cracks $100k | Weapon scans expand to shopping centres | Spring school holiday fun ideas | Six new baby koalas at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and more!
Volume 81: Today's newsletter is 1,262 words, a 6.5-minute read.
Welcome back to Thursday, this time September 19.
🏄♂️ The GC’s Guess 🌊
Did you know that the GC has more canals than Venice?
Known for our surf breaks and stunning beaches, the City also boasts an impressive network of canals that stretches out to be hundreds of kilometres long.
So, how long are the GC’s canals, and how many times are they bigger than in Venice?
👇Scroll to the very bottom of the email for the answer👇
In today's email:
One Big Thing: Weapon scans expand to Gold Coast shopping centres
Spring school holiday fun: In the hinterland
An early spring warning for: Meningococcal Disease
Trending: Robina Town bus stop
Around The Web (Snippets): Australian average salary hits $100k for the first time, 35 billion minutes of Bluey in 2024, Currumbin Sanctuary baby koalas and more!
Upcoming Events
Weekend Weather and Surf
The Weekly Dream Gig
This week - A local government job is paying up to a massive $150,507.00 per year with the City of Gold Coast, which is looking for a Conversation Strategy Program Manager to take care of the Our Natural City (ONC) Strategy 2032 implementation plan.
Want to advertise a job here?
Contact us👇
Live Housing Price Index
1. One Big Thing: Weapon scans expand to Gold Coast shopping centres
What’s Happening
Since coming into effect in April, Jack’s Law has been expanded to eight major Gold Coast shopping centres, including Coomera, Helensvale, and Pacific Fair, allowing police to scan for weapons using metal detection wands.
Why It Matters
With over 700 weapons seized in Queensland since April 2023, Jack’s Law is a crucial tool for protecting residents in high-traffic areas with this move aiming to reform and reduce knife crime and increase public safety.
By the Numbers
700 weapons seized since April 2023 in Queensland alone
7,000 wanding operations state-wide have since been conducted
30,114 people scanned on the Gold Coast
223 weapons found locally
Local Impact
The community can now expect safer public spaces as weapon scans become routine at popular shopping centres.
Sharper Safety Ahead
With plans to expand to sporting venues and entertainment spaces, the Gold Coast is raising the bar for public safety.
What to Look For Next
Further operations at new locations, continuing efforts to reduce knife crime across Queensland.
2. Spring school holiday fun in the hinterland
What’s Happening
Term three of school went quickly, and with spring now in full bloom, the GC’s hinterland is buzzing with activities to keep the kids entertained during the holidays.
Why It Matters
The flowers are blooming, the ducklings are hatching, and the magpies are swooping and finding affordable, family-friendly activities can be a challenge.
Coming to the rescue with a variety of free and low-cost options for kids and parents alike, from inflatable obstacle courses to reptile encounters and live music, there’s plenty upcoming to enjoy in the hills behind the coastline.
Epic activities upcoming
An Inflatable Ninja Challenge with free entry
Spring Equinox: $15 for a night of live music
The Gold Coast Car Show: $50 for adults, FREE for kids under 12
5km Parkrun: free, with 200 participants each week
Spring into Action
With retro games, birdwatching, and more, this spring holiday offers a little something for everyone, all while showcasing the natural beauty of this incredible part of the city that many of us call home.
What to Look For Next
More events and more details at the link below 👇
3. An early spring warning for Meningococcal Disease
What’s Happening
Invasive Meningococcal Disease (IMD) cases are expected to rise this spring, with doctors urging parents to stay alert.
Why It Matters
Many parents are unaware that symptoms can resemble the flu, leading to dangerous delays in seeking treatment.
Meningococcal disease can escalate quickly, with severe outcomes including brain damage or limb loss, so therefore early action is key to reducing risks.
By the Numbers
Only 36% of parents correctly identified symptoms like flu
81% were unaware of multiple meningococcal strains
1 in 5 survivors face long-term disabilities
Local Impact
With Queensland in peak illness season, parents should be vigilant about recognising symptoms and reducing transmission risks, especially with increased close contact during school holidays.
What to Look For Next
Parents are encouraged to learn the signs, consult with GPs, and take preventive measures as meningococcal cases rise.
And, for more details on the Harley family’s experience, details in the link below 👇.
4. Trending
5. Around The Web (Snippets)
The average Australian salary has cracked the: $100,000 mark for the first time
Six new baby koalas at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary sees: Locals invited to bid on naming them. **Unfun fact: koalas are looking at becoming locally extinct by 2050 here in Southeast Queensland)
Bluey was the #1 watched show for the whole of 2024 in the: US, with a mind-blowing 35 billion minutes watched
Northern Gold Coast: Ram-raiders escape with a stack of cash from a tobacconist
YouTube launched: Communities, a Discord-like space for creators and fans to interact with each other
$782,500 is the penalty being faced by a man for trying to: Smuggle firearms from the GC to New Zealand, or a10 year gaol sentence
An 11-year-old boy pulled a mysterious artwork out of a bin which: Turned out to be a 500-Year-Old Renaissance print
The Australian Koala Foundation is urging: People to raise their voices this September for Save the Koala Month
Have your say on the current state of: Community services and facilities in the City
6. Upcoming Events
⛸️ Paradice Ice Skating Show: September 14 to October 5; acrobatics, spins, and clown antics at Planet Chill Ice Skating Rink Paradise Resort
🤸♂️ Gymnastics Australia – National Clubs Carnival: September 19 to October 7; a festival of gymnastics at Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre
🚴♂️ 2024 AusCycling State BMX Racing Championships: September 19 to 22; the world’s best BMX riders compete with each other at Nerang BMX Track
🏊♀️🏃♂️ Swimrun Australia - Gold Coast: September 21 from 7:30 am onwards; the ultimate swimrun adventure at Miami Beach
🌊 Nautique WWA Wake Park World Championships: September 21 to 24; see the world's greatest water-sport competitors at the Gold Coast Wake Park
🇯🇵 Japanese Cultural Festival: September 21 from 9 am to 5 pm; experience the Japanese culture at the Broadbeach Cultural Centre
🏉 Gold Coast SUNS v Geelong: September 21 from 11:15 am onwards; AFLW Round 4 at People First Stadium
🇦🇺 Olympic & Paralympic Teams Welcome Home Gold Coast Celebration: September 22 from 8:30 am onwards; give our returning Olympian and Paralympian teams a Gold Coast welcome home at the HOTA Outdoor Stage
🇧🇷 Brazil Week: September 24 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm; inspiring speakers, cultural performances, networking opportunities and more at TAFE Robina
🤽🏼 Water Polo 15&U and 17&U National State Championships: September 26 to 30; the best athletes competing against each other for the National Title at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
🏄♂️ This week’s GC’s Guess answer is:
Gold Coast canals are a whopping nine times larger than those in Venice at a massive 400km in length!
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