City of Gold Coast in the news

Major Gold Coast infrastructure projects are at risk due to state government funds being drained by the Olympics.

The City of Gold Coast's dredger Trud R completed its 2026 operations, depositing 1.2 million cubic meters of sand back onto beaches to enhance coastal resilience.

The Trud R dredger replenished Gold Coast beaches with 1.2 million cubic meters of sand over six months, a critical step after Tropical Cyclone Alfred caused significant erosion.

Gold Coast's Mayor Tom Tate earns close to $327,000 annually, and councillors cost ratepayers over $3.1 million, as revealed in the city's draft annual report.

City of Gold Coast faced an enforceable undertaking due to a serious workplace incident, leading to significant investments and comprehensive redesigns in its commercial vehicle fleet to enhance safety.

Gold Coast City Council is evaluating a proposal to allow nearby businesses to offer commercial outdoor dining in public parks, pending resident approval.

Gold Coast council warns ratepayers may foot future disaster bills due to proposed federal government funding cuts.

The City of Gold Coast is rebranding itself, moving away from 'the Glitter Strip' image, to become a more sophisticated economy by leveraging its film industry and a 'wellness' lifestyle, inspired by Austin, Texas.

City Venue Management secured a contract to manage and operate all eight City of Gold Coast aquatic centres, including those previously run by the council and another contractor.

Gold Coast City Council workers rejected a pay deal, with unions demanding a 13.5% raise and threatening strikes.

The article critically examines Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate's administration, accusing the City of Gold Coast of systematically prioritizing private interests and commercial development over public good, using Carey Park as a key example of alleged statutory and fiduciary breaches.

City of Gold Coast's consultant spending soared to $151.59 million in 2025, a 60% increase since 2022, prompting a debate on the effectiveness of consultant use.

Gold Coast City Council's workforce and associated costs have surged, raising fears of an infrastructure funding crisis.

Gold Coast City Council's workforce grew by over 25 percent to 5363 staff despite a significant restructure and redundancies.

Gold Coast residents are opposing a $16 million netball court plan at Sir Bruce Small Park, citing concerns over green space destruction.

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate's claim of dining with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago after a Trump Tower deal was contradicted by the White House and lacked official documentation, leading to scrutiny over his ratepayer-funded trip.

A Gold Coast road bulge called Mt Burleigh has reappeared after two decades of failed council repairs.

Gold Coast City Council's staff and consultant expenses have dramatically increased by $240 million over three years, despite efforts to streamline operations.

The Gold Coast faces $84.4 billion in economic losses this century due to rising sea levels, threatening over 32,000 properties with coastal flooding, as per a Climate Council report.

Ancient Olympia and the City of Gold Coast have formalized a Sister City relationship, connecting the birthplace of the Olympics with a key region for the Brisbane 2032 Games.