🦈 Sharks circle on Star's assets
Google deletes its promise not to use AI for weapons | Palm Beach body corp rejects claims | US hit worst ever level on corruption index | GC Suns unveil a radical guernsey and more
Volume 102: Today's newsletter is 1,051 words, a 5-minute read.
Welcome back to another GC Minute Thursday, it’s February 13.
Heads up: Avoid booking a last-minute stay on the couch, and remember it’s Valentine’s Day tomorrow 💘
In today's email
One Big Thing: Marine industry leader celebrates 25 years afloat
A taste of local flavours and community spirit at the: Mudgeeraba Moonlight Feast
Sharks start to circle: Star’s assets as trouble mounts
Trending: Parking is disabled spots when you’re not disabled..
Around the web (Snippets): Google deletes its promise not to use AI for weapons | Palm Beach body corp rejects claims | US hit worst ever level on corruption index | GC Suns unveil a radical guernsey and more!
Upcoming events
Weekend Weather and Surf
Live Housing Price Index
1. One Big Thing: Marine industry leader celebrates 25 years afloat
By Marshall Hall
What’s Happening: A heavyweight of the GC’s fast-growing marine industry, the Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard (GCCM) is celebrating 25 years as Australia’s most awarded and internationally recognised marine facility.
Why It Matters: Founded by Patrick Gay AM, the Coomera-based shipyard began as his vision and has grown into the country’s most awarded and experienced facility of its type.
Once just farmland, GCCM is now an economic anchor, servicing vessels from the USA, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific while creating jobs and fostering world-class craftsmanship.
By the Numbers
• 90+ businesses operate within GCCM.
• 700+ marine contractors work on-site.
• It’s earned global recognition multiple times for its excellence.
Smooth Sailing Ahead: Still privately owned and operated by the Gay family, with Patrick’s son Trenton now at the helm, his leadership allows GCCM to keep innovating, attracting top talent, and enhancing facilities.
What The People Say
“We’ve brought together some of the smartest minds and most talented craftsmen in the Australian marine industry.” – Patrick Gay AM
“We hear it often when we are travelling overseas, that GCCM is amongst the best in the world. When you get endorsements from industry and customers from around the globe, it makes you feel good, and you know you are steering the ship in the right direction.” – Trenton Gay
What To Look For Next: The full article, below👇
2.
The Weekly Dream Gig
This week - Hot Tomato is hunting for a Head Honcho (General Manager) of the Airwaves! 🎙️
If you’ve got the chops to keep ratings juicy, ad sales booming, and content crisp, this General Manager gig is music to your ears.
Fresh off winning ‘Station of the Year’, Hot Tomato is red-hot—and you’ll be the one buttering up advertisers and keeping the dial locked on success. From leading a top-tier sales team to making sure promos pop, and programming stays pitch-perfect, you’ll be running the show at ARN’s biggest regional station.
With at least $120K on the table (plus juicy perks like paid birthdays off, novated leasing, and VIP events), this is a career hit waiting to drop.
Want to advertise a job here?
Contact us👇
3. Sharks circle Star’s assets as troubles mount
By Marshall Hall
What’s Happening: The Star Entertainment Group, owner of The Star Gold Coast, is weighing up selling its Brisbane flagship assets as it struggles financially.
Why It Matters: So far, it has received offers for its 50% stake in Queen’s Wharf but has rejected them with increasing troubles potentially triggering ownership changes and job uncertainty across its casino and entertainment empire.
By the Numbers
• 9000 employees work across Star’s sites.
• Star was fined $15 million for a money-laundering scandal.
• Sold $60 million in assets last month to ease its cash crisis.
Local Impact: With The Star Gold Coast’s casino licence under review, the city’s entertainment and hospitality sector could face disruption, with a possible licence suspension looming next month.
What The People Say
“Star was found unsuitable to hold a licence in Queensland.” – 2022 Inquiry Findings
“We have received several offers for our Queen’s Wharf stake but have rejected them.” – Star Entertainment Group
What To Look For Next
The full article, below.
4. Trending
5. Around The Web (Snippets)
Nearly $100 billion is what: Elon Musk offered ChatGPT’s parent company, OpenAI, to buy it out this week
Google has: Dropped its promise not to use AI to pursue weapons or surveillance
The first-ever: NBA games in Australia have been scheduled for October this year, where they’ll take on two NBL sides
Experts are alarmed by a video of workers: Hammering away at Egypt’s Great Pyramid of Giza
Gold Coast Suns have unveiled a: Radical special guernsey ahead of the Gather Round
According the the International Corruption Index, the: United States of America just hit its most corrupt level
6. Upcoming Events
🏄🏽♀️ Gold Coast Open: February 14 to February 16 from 7:30 am onwards; see some of the world's best surfers at Burleigh Hill
🛼 Roller Jam GC: February 14 from 6:15 pm onwards; an unforgettable roller skating disco at Runaway Bay Community Centre
💃🏼 Poemas de Iberia: February 14 from 7 pm to 8:20 pm; a captivating flamenco performance celebrating the soul of Spanish dance and music at Helensvale Community Centre
🎶 Fame the Musical: February 14 to March 1 from 7:30 pm onwards; a great night out featuring a live band and spectacular choreography at Spotlight Theatre Halpin Auditorium
🐉 Chinese Lunar New Year Festival Finale: February 15 from 11 am to 3 pm; enjoy our fifth year of celebrating the last Saturday of the Chinese New Year Festivities at Broadbeach Senior Citizens Centre
🎭 Kings of Comedy's Gold Coast Showcase Special: February 15 from 7 pm onwards; a solid night of live entertainment at Dreamworld Night Market
📡 Gold Coast Sports Technology & Innovation Day: February 19 from 10 am to 4 pm; a masterclass on how to create connected fitness, wellness and immersive spaces at Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
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