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The plan to build a second highway between the Gold Coast and Brisbane could face further delays as conservationists urge the government to reassess the project because of its potential impact on koalas.

The 10-year-old's family once worried he'd never be able to play sport, but now he is competing on an international stage, with the help of his local community.

The Gold Coast has a surprising problem – a limited supply of sand. Ongoing beach erosion and climate change are expected to create even greater challenges for the city.

As people leave their working lives behind, social isolation and loneliness can set in for some. While finding new friends can help, a researcher says the solution depends on the individual.

Former ironwoman Bonnie Hancock completes an epic 13,000 kilometre surf ski paddle around mainland Australia with four potential world records under her belt and thousands raised for charity.

After a failed attempt in 2013, Gold Coast City Council will again consider trialling a car-sharing scheme. The technology will allow people to hire cars for a few hours, with council reserving parking spaces in some of the city's most popular suburbs.

Our borders may have reopened and lockdowns come to an end, but 'pandemic fatigue' still lingers for many, with COVID-19s burden on mental health extending well beyond 2020.

With more and more older women facing homelessness, support services are warning of a critical shortfall in housing supply. This grandmother has found a short-term solution, but she's one of the lucky ones.

Conservationists say the species' plight is the "flagship" example of the failings of "all levels of government", but developers insist their project complies with strict environmental conditions.

The Gold Coast's iconic high-rises are home to some of the most expensive units in the country, and while a downturn in the property market is being felt across Australia, the Glitter Strip's unit prices are still strong.

After struggling to find a home for two years, Adam Pippos finally secured a place in Queensland's strained social housing sector giving it his own unique twist.