Gold Coast Airport (GCA) in Australia plans to recruit five new therapy dogs and nine human volunteers in May and June 2023 This onboarding initiative will enable the airport to have one dog operating each day. The recruitment drive was announced at the airport’s volunteer celebration breakfast, where three airport ambassadors – Linda Cameron, Deborah … [Read more…]
Thales Australia has welcomed the announcement today by the Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy of a $160 million contract to build new Bushmaster Protected Vehicles (pictured) for the Australian Army. The contract for the new Bushmasters was signed at Thales Australia’s Bendigo facility today in the presence of Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters who … [Read more…]
The Swedes won Eurovision and now they’ve claimed best lawn thanks to an innovative robotic lawnmower (the latest creation by Husqvarna, imaginatively dubbed “Husky”), which was launched at the Embassy of Sweden in Yarralumla today. The media launch rolled out 16,000 square metres of manicured lawn, rather than a red carpet, to show off this … [Read more…]
After half a century of performing, Vince Jones has earned his title as one of Australia’s most renowned jazz musicians. The vocalist brings his band for an intimate show at Tallagandra Hill Winery on Sunday 21 May. CW caught up with Mr Jones ahead of the show to discuss passions, music and longevity. 1. What … [Read more…]
A host of top KFC SuperCoach stars will fall to their lowest price of the year in coming weeks. But with the byes around the corner, when should you jump on? The Phantom reveals his plans. Back on burning questions – thanks Tim Michell – and maybe even back in KFC SuperCoach. Well, not quite … [Read more…]
West Coast have continued to be mocked by angry fans on their own social media posts after trying to spin their most recent loss in a positive light. Gold Coast thumped the Eagles by 70-points at Optus Stadium on Friday night, marking their seventh consecutive loss and the Sun’s biggest-ever win away from Queensland. The … [Read more…]
“Why should I stay silent? They’ve been trying to shut me up from day one. This way I’ll finally be heard.” On the 20th of November 1995 the BBC broadcast an interview between Princess Diana and Martin Bashir. It was watched by hundreds of millions worldwide. But now, it is said, the interview has no … [Read more…]
Plans with the Gold Coast City Council are for an 11-level tower, which would seek to tap into the 50 per cent uplift provision contained in the City Plan Strategic Framework Joel Robinson May 17, 20230 min read Golden Four Drive in Bilinga has been in the spotlight since the start of 2023, with a number … [Read more…]
Gold Coast Titans fullback AJ Brimson has provided a positive update on his recovery from a troublesome hamstring injury. The 24-year-old suffered a grade two hamstring in the Titans’ Round 3 over the Melbourne Storm in the opening minutes of the contest and has been sidelined since. Brimson said he is in a good frame … [Read more…]
Gold Coast will welcome back an important half-forward to face Brisbane on Saturday night and is confident of breaking its eight-game losing streak against the Lions. While coach Stuart Dew said Brisbane, winner of six consecutive matches, was in a nice patch of form, he believed the SUNS were ready to challenge after winning three … [Read more…]