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05 Oct 2025
Festival of Small Halls Announces Spring Tour 2025: Mt Nimmel Hall
Festival of Small Halls has announced that Joe H Henry and Georgia Mooney will feature on their upcoming Spring Tour 2025: Outback Queensland to New South Wales. Presented by veteran festival producers Woodfordia Inc, the 47th edition of the much-loved not-for-profit music tour is embarking on a packed schedule to fifteen community halls. These stalwart vessels of community life have been drawn from across the rich and diverse landscapes of Queensland and New South Wales. Halls of all shapes and sizes will throw open their doors, from the quaint hinterlands of the Sunshine Coast to outback locations like Eulo, Blackall and Cameby down into the Granite Belt and finishing up along the coast of Northern New South Wales.
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From now until 03 May 2026
Spirit Making Class
Craft your signature spirit! In their Spirit Making Class, you will have the opportunity to craft your personalised unaged bottle of Rum, Gin, Brandy, Vodka, or Schnapps. With an extensive selection of botanicals and ingredients sourced from their apothecary, you'll have all the tools you need to design a spirit that suits your taste perfectly. Their Head Distiller will be your guide throughout the process. From selecting the ideal botanicals to operating your own distillation equipment, you'll receive expert guidance every step of the way. This is an interactive class that allows you to roll up your sleeves and create your own unique spirit. At the end of this extraordinary class, you'll proudly take home a 500ml bottle of your very own handcrafted spirit. It's not just a bottle; it's a testament to your creativity and newfound distillation skills. Display it on your home bar or share it as a special gift. Complimentary drink upon your arrival. Guided Distillery Tour and Tasting Experience featuring four samples. Professional distillation guidance provided by our Head Distiller. Exclusive access to their selection of botanicals from the apothecary. A 500ml bottle of your personally crafted spirit. A delightful grazing board to share. 10 percent discount on any liquor purchase made the same day.
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From now until 15 Oct 2025
Songcraft Studio
Songcraft StudioExperience a special season of the Songcraft Studio workshops with Gold Coast's HaydenGoSeek (aka Hayden Andrews of Cheap Fakes). As a collaborative artist with HOTA’s Those Who Rock, Hayden brings a wealth of experience and a unique flair for crafting pop hits with undeniable appeal. Since debuting as a Triple j Unearthed artist in 2007, Hayden has earned a reputation for his versatility across genres and creative mediums. His work has been featured in national campaigns (Pillowtalk, Lexus, HOTA, Central Queensland Tourism), the Netflix series Umbrella Academy, the Hollywood film Move Me No Mountain and more showcasing his ability to seamlessly blend styles while continually pushing the boundaries of his artistry. Hayden’s musical journey has taken him across the globe, performing at iconic music festivals such as Big Day Out, Splendour in the Grass, and many more with his band, Cheap Fakes. A passionate mentor, Hayden is dedicated to helping the next generation of artists thrive. Through his songwriting workshops and collaborations, he guides emerging musicians in finding their unique sound and navigating their artistic journeys. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn from one of the best and take your skills—and your music—to the next level!
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22 Oct 2025
Ballun Gawrehma: River Stories
Ballun Gawrehma: River StoriesJoin local Kombumerri man Lann Levinge—a multi-talented artist who is a singer, songwriter, producer, director, and creative designer—for a unique journey into the heart of Kombumerri culture. Lann will guide students through culturally significant sites, sharing local history passed down by elders. Begin your exploration at Wulabora, a dedicated space for sharing and gathering that celebrates Kombumerri heritage. Lann will weave together family stories, local history, the legacy of Jenny Graham and the Keeper of the Light, as well as Dreamtime tales and environmental wisdom. This sensory-rich experience includes hands-on interaction with authentic indigenous artefacts—such as clothing, weapons, and tools—alongside immersive soundscapes composed by Lann himself. As Lann expresses, "I’m passionate about discovering new ways to nurture and inspire a new generation of language and cultural warriors. My goal is to raise awareness and foster connections with indigenous culture, particularly the Kombumerri ways and the Yugambeh Language, through visual art, music, and dance." Don’t miss this opportunity for your students to engage deeply with local indigenous culture. Contact hotaeducation@experiencegoldcoast.com to arrange your education perspectives experience. This tour is open to school groups only.
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23 Oct 2025 (Monthly)
Drawing for Life with Meg Stoios
Drawing for Life with Meg StoiosJoin us for Drawing for Life – a relaxed space to unwind and explore your creativity. Each Drawing for Life session sees leading artists and performers curate poses, subjects and performances for you to draw. All abilities are welcome to enjoy this unique and artful experience. All drawing materials are provided. Ticket includes one complimentary beverage from a selected drinks menu, with food and drinks available to purchase throughout the session. Doors open at 6pm for a 6.30pm event start. In October and November, Drawing for Life will be led by local artist Meg Stoios. In these workshops participants will draw from a life model to explore processes of change and transmutation. October In the first session we will look at depicting movement, inspired by techniques utilised by Duchamp (Nude Descending a Staircase, No. 2) and William Kentridge in his charcoal-erasure animations. November In the second session we will look at varying techniques in mark making and material within a single image to create collages. We will take inspiration from Picasso’s collages (Minotaur, 1933) and Julie Rrap’s work to examine the figure as a site of evolution, fragmentation and possibility. These workshops are inspired by the exhibition HOTA Collects: Metamorphosis, open Sat 30 Aug 2025 - Sun 11 Jan 2026.
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23 Oct 2025
Burleigh Heads Milky Way Masterclass
Do you want to learn night photography to capture the beautiful Milky Way? Join multi-award-winning photographer David Magro for a night under the stars! Beginners and enthusiasts are welcome. The Masterclass takes place in a classroom before spending the night photographing the stars. You will leave with beautiful photographs. Most cameras can photograph the Milky Way and galaxies. Borrow one of their cameras on the night. Masterclass details will be provided upon booking . The Masterclass venue is the Burleigh Leagues Club, and the amazing nearby dark sky photography location will be along Hinze Dam, directions will be provided on the night. You will learn how to: Photograph the Milky Way and night sky. Compose your photographs in the dark. Produce noise-free photographs. Easily photograph panoramas. Plan your future photographs. Edit your photographs with the Milky Way Masterclass Suite included. Plus receive access to the Milky Way Masterclass Suite learning tutorials guides and the Facebook support group, David Magro Masterclass. Photographing the stars have never been easier.
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25 Oct 2025
Beaudesert Milky Way Masterclass
Do you want to learn night photography to capture the beautiful Milky Way? Join multi-award-winning photographer David Magro for a night under the stars! Beginners and enthusiasts are welcome. The Masterclass takes place in a classroom before spending the night photographing the stars. You will leave with beautiful photographs. Most cameras can photograph the Milky Way and galaxies. Borrow one of their cameras on the night. Masterclass details will be provided upon booking . The Masterclass venue is the The Club Beaudesert and the amazing nearby dark sky photography location will be along Tamrookum church, directions will be provided on the night. You will learn how to: Photograph the Milky Way and night sky. Compose your photographs in the dark. Produce noise-free photographs. Easily photograph panoramas. Plan your future photographs. Edit your photographs with the Milky Way Masterclass Suite included. Plus receive access to the Milky Way Masterclass Suite learning tutorials guides and the Facebook support group, David Magro Masterclass. Photographing the stars have never been easier.
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19 Nov 2025 - 22 Nov 2025
Combined Myobrace® Certified Educator & Comprehensive Implementation
Combined Myobrace® Certified Educator and Comprehensive Implementation of The Myobrace® System courses.MYOBRACE® CERTIFIED EDUCATOR (November 19-20, 2025)Provide Myobrace® treatment at the highest level of effectiveness, efficiency and profitability by certifying your Myobrace® educators.This course teaches advanced topics in being an effective educator, including all of the ‘Introduction to Myobrace® Educator’ course topics, as well as troubleshooting advanced cases. It also teaches the full Myobrace® Activities program and provides more information about using the Myobrace® Activities. Upon completion, participants will be certified as a Myobrace® educators by MRC. Read more about this event here.COMPREHENSIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MYOBRACE® SYSTEM (November 21-22, 2025)Expand your treatment scope to treat a wider range of patients with increasing complexity using The Myobrace® System.This is an advanced course designed by MRC to teach practitioners how to expand their treatment scope using The Myobrace® System. This course explores how to treat patients with more complex issues and combine the system with auxiliary arch development techniques, as well as when to consider using other systems to assist the Myobrace®. We will also discuss how you can manage your patients so that you can provide Myobrace® treatment in the most efficient and profitable manner. Read more about this event here.KEY PRESENTERSDr Madeeha Khan - B ORAL H (DENT SCI.), GRAD DIP DENT. (GRIFFITH)Dr Khan is a general dentist who works at MRC's Myobrace® Pre-Orthodontic Center and serves as the Lead Presenter at MRC. She completed her studies in dentistry at Griffith University in 2016, achieving awards for academic excellence for three consecutive years. She has been working at the Myobrace® Center since completing her studies and is passionate about improving the overall health of children.Beth Hildebrand - Senior Myobrace® EducatorMiss Hildebrand serves as the Senior Educator at MRC’s flagship Myobrace® Centre and has been with the company since 2019. With a diverse background in dentistry, Beth actively contributes to shaping educational programs for dental professionals. Collaborating alongside leading dentists who are reshaping the world of orthodontics, including the founder of Myobrace®, Dr. Chris Farrell, Beth leverages her experience to contribute to advancements in the field. Her commitment extends to promoting a more patient-centred and family orientated approach to oral health within the dental community.Jessica Maidman - Senior Myobrace® EducatorJessica Maidman is the senior educator for Myobrace®, offering support, education and training to Myobrace® members and assisting practitioners to implement The Myobrace® System. Jessica is also a part of the MRC lecturing team and is passionate about sharing the Myobrace® treatment philosophy.PRICINGNon-members - $2500 AUDDISCOUNTSStandard Discounts (Non-Early Bird)10% off when purchasing 2 tickets20% off when purchasing 3 or more ticketsEarly Bird Discounts:20% off for 1 ticket30% off for 2 tickets40% off for 3+ tickets*Contact the MRC support team to receive a promo code to claim your discount if any of the above pricing options apply to you: +61 7 5573 5999For information on other events by Myofunctional Research Co., visit the in-house training section of our website, myoresearch.comCOST: $1,600 – $2,000
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22 Nov 2025 - 23 Nov 2025
Fire 5 Netball Tournament
Fire5 – Netball Reimagined. Fast. Fierce. Unforgettable. Fire5 is a Fast5 Netball Tournament taking place on the Gold Coast. It features some of the world's greatest netballers taking on some of our brightest grassroots talent in what's set to be an epic show down with AUD44,000 in prize money up for grabs.
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25 Nov 2025
Movie Mornings at Currumbin RSL - November
Join us for our FREE Monthly Movie Mornings at Currumbin RSL. Each month a new movie is selected and screened upstairs in our Waterside Function space. Limited spots are available and registration is required for this event via the website or contact reception - 55347999November movie: The Bishop's Wife
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30 Nov 2025
ADORN- Save the date
About SAVE THE DATE for our next Adorn gathering. Enjoy markets for your pre-christmas gifts throughout the afternoon with dinner and dessert options available then a lovely evening planned filled with encouragement, guest speaker, worship and ministry time, a chance to lean in and look up. Any ladies are welcome, you will be notified with proper booking details and information closer to date. Date Sunday 30 November 2025 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM (UTC+10) Life Development Centre67 Warrener Street, Nerang QLD 4211 Cost: Free
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05 Dec 2025
The Imperfects
The ImperfectsWe’re all imperfect. On this podcast, founder of The Resilience Project Hugh van Cuylenburg, his good friend Ryan Shelton, and only one of their brothers, Josh van Cuylenburg, talk to a variety of interesting people who vulnerably share their own struggles and imperfections, or expertly pass on their wisdom on the subject of imperfection. Whether it’s in The Vulnerabilitea House, The Academy of Imperfection, or with our very own psychologist, Dr Emily, The Imperfects are here to find some valuable takeaways we can all apply to our own imperfect lives.
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11 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2026
Supanova Pop Culture Expo Gold Coast
The Supanova Pop Culture Expo Gold Coast is set to captivate fans and enthusiasts from all walks of life on April 11-12, 2026, at the prestigious Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. This vibrant celebration of pop culture showcases the best in comics, anime, movies, and gaming, promising an immersive experience filled with panels, workshops, and exclusive merchandise. Attendees can look forward to meeting beloved creators, participating in cosplay competitions, and engaging with fellow fans in a lively atmosphere. HighlightsPopular among visitors forTop 100 in Entertainment & Media in Australia
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16 May 2026 - 17 May 2026
Cooly Classic Ocean Swim Festival
Swimmers have a rare opportunity to swim a course with some of Australia’s most revered surf breaks as your backdrop – Snapper Rocks, Coolangatta and Kirra. There are four distances, from 1km to 5km, but it’s always the 2.0km Cooly Classic from Snapper Rocks to Kirra Beach which attracts the masses. Your start line, Snapper Rocks, is one of the world’s most famous surf breaks. Then, your course is a straight line to Kirra Beach, passing Rainbow Bay, Greenmount and Coolangatta Beaches as you swim. Throughout the week, there’ll be a range of small group sessions and clinics with guest coaches. This is a chance to receive specialist coaching and also swim with local squads at some of the Gold Coast’s favourite open-water training locations.
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14 Aug 2026 - 16 Aug 2026
2026 Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast
Pacific Airshow® Gold Coast: Bigger, Faster, Louder and on sale now! Pacific Airshow Gold Coast is back and they're ready to go bigger, faster and louder than ever before, with three days of unbelievable aerial and on-sand entertainment. For the best views, electrifying live commentary, performer autograph sessions and an atmosphere you'll find hard to beat, the only place to be is on the inside. You'll be right in the hub of the action as world-class aviators tear through the skies during over four hours of heart-pounding action. In addition to the world-class airshow, you can access Performer Signing Sessions to meet your heroes, get engaged in the new STEM area, grab some delicious food and drink options from the awesome vendors, and let the kids loose in the PA Kids Zone.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Experience Gold Coast acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are situated, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise their continuing connections to the lands, waters and their extended communities throughout Southeast Queensland.