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Volume 130: World's ugliest dog contest winners | GC Suns elimination final details | Mermaid Waters get an Earth Market and heaps more
Welcome back to yet another Thursday, the last one for winter this year.
There have been waves around all week, and Spring is definitely in the air.
Apart from this change of season meaning the dreaded northerlies arenāt far off (and bluebottles), that also means footy finals!
And, on that note, after a 15-year wait, a huge congratulations to the GC Suns, who, after thumping Essendon last night, are heading to the finals for the very first time.
Go get emā šŖ
In today's newsletter
One Big Thing: Roll up, roll up for the annual show
Gold Coast and Tweed athletes prepare: For the GemLife Games
Stateās $33m spend boosts: GC developerās hopes
Trending: All M1 lanes finally open from Varisty Lakes to Tugun
Around the web: World's ugliest dog contest winners, Sunsā elimination final details, G8ās profit jumps despite sex abuse scandal, Earth Markets opens in Mermaid Waters and heaps more
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1. One Big Thing: Roll Up for a Record-Breaking Gold Coast Show
By Marshall Hall
Whatās Happening: The iconic Gold Coast Show kicks off tomorrow, with organisers eyeing a new attendance record after drawing well over 100,000 showgoers last year.
Why It Matters: The Gold Coast Show is a free community event and a mainstay of the cityās cultural calendar, bringing together families, competitors, and fun-lovers of all ages for a weekend of entertainment and old-school fun.
By The Numbers:
120,000 was last yearās attendance record, one that seems likely to be broken again this year
There are 4km of action along Broadwater Parklands for this yearās show
1,400 art entries have already been received, a big leap from 400 just five years ago
1,200 home craft exhibitions will be featured this year
Zooming In: With the ever sideshow alley thrills at the southern end of the event, equestrian events and dog shows to the north, and camel rides and concerts centre-stage, there will be plenty of action for everyone.
What They Said:
Gold Coast Show Society President Josephine Tobias said the Show, even before opening day, was already breaking records.
Ms Tobias said this yearās show had attracted a record number of entries into its art competitions and its home craft exhibitions.
āThis year we have received 1400 art works for the competition, which is up substantially from the 400 entries we received five years ago,ā Ms Tobias said.
What To Look For Next: With the weather looking perfect for the next few days ahead, get in early for parking and prime spots for the fireworks.
2.
Gold Coast and Tweed athletes prepare for GemLife Games
Whatās happening?
The third annual GemLife Games will take place on September 11 and 12 at GemLife Palmwoods on the Sunshine Coast.
More than 740 athletes, volunteers and spectators in their 50s to 80s will come together for two days of sporting competition. A 96-strong contingent is travelling from the Gold Coast and Tweed.
3. Stateās $33m spend boosts GC developerās hopes
By Marshall Hall
Whatās Happening: Gold Coast developer GRW Group, the company behind the $400 million masterplanned Whitsunday Paradise community in North Queensland, has applauded the State Governmentās decision to inject $33 million into sewerage infrastructure in Bowen.
Why It Matters: The Bowen region is experiencing a severe housing crisis, and this contribution, part of the State Governmentās Residential Activation Fund for three critical projects in North Queensland, will help enable infrastructure to unlock thousands of new homes.
Zoom In: This $33m portion of the fund contributes towards the $35 million Build Bowen South Utilities project and will deliver a new 30km sewer main, five new sewage pump stations, and the upgrade of existing infrastructure to the front door of the Whitsunday Paradise project.
By The Numbers
Stage One of the 2000-dwelling Whitsunday Paradise will include housing, townhouses and workersā accommodation.
6,250+: Homes to be unlocked from the infrastructure that the fund will support
Local Impact: The new infrastructure runs straight to the Whitsunday Paradise front door, enabling Stage One construction and bringing much-needed supply to a region under significant pressure.
What The People Say
GRW Group chairman Yu Sui said the grant would be a catalyst for development in the region.
Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Ry Collins said the investment would unlock the next stage of growth for the Whitsundays, providing backbone infrastructure to enable more than 960 dwellings over the next decade.
Minister for Natural Resources and Mines and Member for Burdekin Dale Last said the investment would deliver long-term benefits for local families and communities.
āBy delivering this infrastructure, weāre making sure that housing supply in North Queensland keeps pace with population growth so that young people can afford to stay and raise a family here,āā Mr Last said.
What To Look For Next: The full article below.
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Weekly Dream Gig
This week: Serenitas Management is on the hunt for a savvy Sales Consultant to bring life to Thyme Lifestyle Resort Canungra.
Your mission? Help people swap chores for cocktails and step into resort-style living. With a cracking $200,000.00 OTE (incl super), youāll be selling brand-new and off-the-plan homes in a community where every day feels like a holiday.
From showing off display homes to hosting events and guiding clients through the move of a lifetime, youāll be making dreams real (and getting rewarded for it).
If youāve got the drive, charm, and knack for closing deals, Canungra is waiting.
7. Upcoming Events
š” The Gold Coast Show: Friday: 29 August to Sunday, 31 August (9āÆamā9āÆpm daily), A vibrant longāweekend celebration in the Broadwater Parklands with rides, showbags, live music, animal encounters, eucalyptusāfuelled fun, and evening fireworks.
š NRL: Gold Coast Titans vs Dolphins: Scheduled for Sunday, 31 August at 4:05āÆpm at Suncorp Stadium. This is the Titansā upcoming fixture within the next week.
šļø Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets: Wednesday, Friday & Saturday (28, 30ā31 August), 4āÆpmā9āÆpm, Local crafts, delicious street food, and seaside vibes along The Esplanade.
š§ Gold Coast Boulder League Final: Saturday, 31 August (All Day), Watch climbers compete in the exciting final showdown at Currumbin Waters.
šļø Carrara Markets: Saturday & Sunday, 31 Aug ā 1 Sep, 8āÆamā3āÆpm, Australiaās largest weekend market, think hundreds of stalls, tasty eats, and family
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