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Good vibes. Little humans. One big weekend.

Kidchella is back with two days of FREE beachside festival fun, made just for kids!

Come and try a beach wheelchair

Discover the service and try different wheelchair models at one of our community sessions.

Hidden Disabilities

We are a proud member of the Hidden Disabilities sunflower global network.

Gold Coast Events

FISAF Australia National Championships

12 September 2026

Catch the best invitational talent in sport aerobics.

SWELL Sculpture Festival

12 September 2026

10 days of sculpture on the beach! SWELL Sculpture Festival is for everyone! Come and see for yourself!...

Rise and Shine Exhibition by Rupneet Kaur

12 September 2026

Beautiful sunrise images in oils and acrylics on canvas.

Kidchella

12 September 2026

Get ready to groove to live DJ sets and silent discos, shoot some street-style hoops, ride the Ferris wheel, add some sparkle at the glam bar and more!

Residual Ink

12 September 2026

Residual Ink is a solo exhibition by Gold Coast-based artist Jerome Taylor.

The Mozi Run Fundraiser

12 September 2026

Join The Mozi Run on the Gold Coast to raise much-needed funds for Education Initiatives in Mozambique.

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Recent News

Kidchella returns, transforming Surfers into a kids' paradise

Published on 11 September 2026

The City's popular free two-day festival for little humans is back at the Surfers Paradise Esplanade for its third year, featuring an extended Saturday program packed with beats, glitter and good vibes.

Leave accessible parking spaces for people that need them

Published on 09 September 2026

The City is reminding residents and visitors that parking in an accessible parking space without a valid permit is illegal and may result in a $690 fine.

Sun Spirit returns to shine on revamped Currumbin coastline

Published on 03 September 2026

Renewal works on the southern side of Currumbin Creek are now complete including the return of a local favourite

City’s puppy perks get tails wagging for responsible pet ownership

Published on 20 August 2026

New pooch parents on the Gold Coast can register their puppies for free as part of the City’s annual registration renewal campaign.

Time for a little TLC as Borobi takes a break from the spotlight

Published on 07 August 2026

Gold Coasters… don’t be alarmed if you spot a few empty pedestals around town, our favourite blue koala Borobi is heading off for a well-earned health check.

City seeks feedback on missing Oceanway links

Published on 03 August 2026

Gold Coasters are being urged to have their say on future stages of the Oceanway, as the City explores options to connect the "missing links" needed to complete the 36-kilometre coastal route.

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