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Magical SanDscapes 17 days of extreme

Christmas, Surfers Style Your guide to

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all things Christmas in Surfers Paradise

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contents Cover Stories

CHristmas special

Fashion, Arts & Culture

A Surfers Paradise Wonderland

Christmas Surfers Style

What’s On – Arts & Culture

Christmas Surfers Style

Christmas Shopping Spree

Chinese New Year

Fit Summer

Christmas Dining Feature

Summer's Best Fashion Festival

Magical Sandscapes

Life's a Beach

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Surfers Paradise Ambassador

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music & Entertainment

Lifestyle

Life's a Beach

What's On - Sport

New Year's Eve Carnival

Surfers Paradise's 80th Birthday

What's On - New Year's Eve

Get Your Groove Back

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Welcome Note

elcome to Issue 12 of Precinct Magazine! This issue we are marking the arrival of summer and all the wonderful outdoor activities it brings. Read all about the season’s hottest open air music festival, Beachlife, on page 19, learn how you can get fit and stay active outdoors on page 28 and get some tips on staying safe in the sun and sea this summer on page 5. You won’t want to miss this year’s Sand Sculpting event, running over 23 days in February and March. Read our story on page 34 for the scoop. We’re also celebrating the festive season in Surfers Paradise, with Carols on the Beach and a superhero-themed New Year’s Eve spectacular. Turn to page 23 for details about Carols on the Beach and page 12 for more on where to ring in 2014. We had a great time shooting our cover with this year’s host of Carols on the Beach, the gorgeous Shelley Craft – she’s just as lovely and bubbly in real life as she is on television! We’ve also got some major prizes up for grabs in this issue’s reader survey. Just complete and return the survey by mail, or fill it in online and you could score yourself a two-night stay at Paradise Resort! Turn to page 38 to find out more. From all of us here at Precinct Magazine and Surfers Paradise Alliance, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Until next time … The Team at Precinct Magazine

Precinct Magazine, an initiative of Surfers Paradise Alliance Limited spa@surfersparadise.com www.surfersparadise.com Published by Nude Publishing, a division of Nude Creative Pty Ltd www.nudepublishing.com.au Art Direction, Editorial & Production Nude Creative hello@nudecreative.com.au www.nudecreative.com.au National Advertising Manager Peter Wastie peter@nudepublishing.com.au Cover Model Shelley Craft Cover Photography Vince Valitutti Printed in Australia by Webstar www.bluestargroup.com.au Disclaimer. No part of this publication may be reproduced or copied in any form by any means without prior written permission from the Publisher. Opinions expressed in this magazine are those of the authors and not necessarily those of Surfers Paradise Alliance Limited or Nude Publishing. Every issue of Precinct Magazine is prepared with careful attention to accuracy. Please use this magazine as a general guide. Precinct Magazine expresses the views of the authors and is based on the information available at the time of publication and it is not to be taken as advice. All prices quoted in this publication are correct at time of printing. All editorial material is accepted in good faith. We welcome editorial and photographic contributions.

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Surfers Paradise: Summer Surf Safety

othing epitomises summer holidays like a day at the beach. Soaking up the sun on Surfers Paradise’s white sandy shores and then cooling off with a dip in the salty ocean water are some of life’s simplest pleasures. To make sure you and your family have the most enjoyable summer holiday possible this year, it’s important to remember these summer surf safety messages, provided by the Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club. 1. Always swim between the FLAGS and observe all safety signs. Find the red and yellow flags and swim between them. Look at, understand and obey the safety signs. Ask a lifeguard or life saver for advice before you enter the water. Get a friend to swim with you. Stick your hand up, stay calm and call for help if you get into trouble.

hydrated - avoid fizzy and alcoholic drinks that will dehydrate you. 3. Remember that sunburn is forever! Although the red skin will eventually peel and maybe if you’re lucky, give way to a tan, the effects of sunburn are everlasting. Repeated exposure to sunburn increases your risk of developing melanoma; our strong rays mean you can develop sunburn in as little as 15 minutes, so be sure to heed the slip, slop, slap warning. 4. Keep an eye on kids. Lifeguards are there to watch over you and your children and help out in the event of an emergency, but ultimately the safety of your children should be your number one priority when visiting the beach. Make sure you keep your children within your view at all times and ensure they understand and follow the summer surf safety guidelines.

A great way to introduce kids to surf safety is through Surf Life Saving Queensland’s Nippers program. Nippers aims to give kids aged 5 – 13 confidence in a fun, safe, beach environment. Passing tests involving swimming, body boarding, beach sprints, dolphin-diving and spotting a rip will not only ensure your kids will have the skills they need to stay safe in the surf, but it will also provide them with an opportunity to make new friends and develop their own identities as they mature. For more information on the Nippers program visit www.lifesaving.com.au

2. Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide & Slurp! SLIP on a long sleeve shirt to get the best protection from the sun’s rays. SLOP on some SPF30+ sunscreen at least 15 minutes before you go out in the sun. Don’t forget to reapply every two hours after that! SLAP on a hat - a wide-brim hat will provide the best protection to your head and face. SEEK some shade, particularly between the hours of 10am and 3pm when the sun is at its hottest. SLIDE on a pair of UV rated sunglasses. SLURP down enough water to keep you

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1 | Paradise Resort Wins Big

2 | Surfers Paradise wins with QHA Awards

5 | LIGHT RAIL Update

Surfers Paradise’s most popular family resort, Paradise Resort, recently received the inaugural award for Industry Innovation at the Queensland Hotels Association (QHA) Awards for Excellence. Created to highlight the resort’s unique approach to thinking outside the box, Paradise Resort took out the top spot for developing a new product that pushes the boundaries within the industry.

Along with Paradise Resort, several other Surfers Paradise establishments have won top awards at the Queensland Hotel Association Awards for Excellence. In the restaurant field, the newly redeveloped Helm Bar and Bistro, on the Nerang River, took out the top position for Best Casual Dining venue, whilst Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa employee Andrew Fraser received the high accolade of Best Kitchen Employee.

The G: is set to take passengers from mid-2014, running every seven and a half minutes in peak times between Gold Coast University Hospital, through Southport, Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.

Resort General Manager, David Brook, was thrilled that the QHA had recognised the efforts of Paradise Resort and its owners for innovation and stepping outside the boundaries to reinvigorate their visitor experience.

In a win for the accommodation industry, Hotel Grand Chancellor, on Hanlan Street and Surfers Paradise Boulevard, took home the award for Best Superior Hotel Accommodation in the four and a half star category.

“It was an honour to have won this award,” he said. “It’s nice to have all the hard work and planning validated with this special recognition.”

3 | Hog’s Breath Café Moves into Soul

The QHA Awards for Excellence Program is designed to provide a forum for the public recognition of excellence in individual and group achievement by Queensland hotels. The resort was also celebrating its win for the third year in a row (and five years out of six!) as readers of Holidays with Kids Magazine (HWK) voted Paradise Resort the best in Australia, in the 4 Star and Under category.

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Legendary rib and steakhouse, Hog’s Breath Café, has made the move into a fresh new location in the Soul dining precinct. Open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week, it joins a number of other popular restaurants, making Soul a delicious dining destination in Surfers Paradise.

4 | Christmas Market The Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets will be on throughout the holiday season. For dates and times, visit www.facebook.com/ SurfersParadiseBeachfrontMarkets or www.surfersparadise.com/beachfront-markets

In October, trams began testing in Southport, and track laying over the Cypress Avenue and Surfers Paradise Boulevard intersection marked the last of the 52 intersections completed across 13 kilometres of the Gold Coast light rail route. Trams are planned to progressively test the system as overhead wires go live through Surfers Paradise in early 2014. To coincide with trams testing on the G:link system, a Gold Coast light rail safety video has been launched to the community. The safety video was produced to educate locals and visitors on how to safely interact with the light rail system. GoldLinQ CEO Phil Mumford said now The G: was testing on the Gold Coast road network, motorists, cyclists and pedestrians needed to stay alert, stay safe and obey the simple rules of Stop, Look and Listen. All road users must remember: • Never run out in front of trams. • You won’t always hear the tram coming so make sure you look both ways before crossing the tracks. • Stay alert! Don’t be distracted by music, games or phone messages.

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• Step over the rail to avoid slipping, tripping or getting your heel caught in the rail. • When driving it’s imperative to always obey the road rules and signs. Trams use the same traffic light signals through intersections as other road traffic. You can see the Gold Coast light rail safety video on the GoldLinq website at www.goldlinq.com.au

6 | Marriott Lagoon Welcomes New Clownfish The fish that reside in the iconic tropical saltwater lagoon at the award-winning Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa have new friends to play with this summer. The tropical fish population has swollen to almost 400 after 70 assorted fish were added including clownfish, trigger fish, purple tangs, moon wrasse, red goat fish, banner fish and angel fish. With over 30 varieties of tropical fish now residing in the saltwater lagoon with manmade reef and sandy beaches, Marriott's director of engineering, Stephen Coombs, says there are a lot of competing personalities. “The clown and trigger fish are the dominant fish of the pool with very different 'fish-onalities' to the rest of the residents,” he said. “These fish are first to accept being hand-fed at feeding time and the trigger fish love to play - the larger ones can be seen doing laps of the pool from the guest rooms.”

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To see these beautiful new creatures for yourself, we recommend lunch at Citrique, followed by a walk around the lagoon.

7 | Q1 Resort Named in Top Ten Resorts of 2013 Q1 Resort & Spa have been awarded a place in the Holidays with Kids Top Ten Resorts of 2013, for the first time in the resort’s eightyear history. With the resort under new management since January 2012, Q1 Resort & Spa have focused attention on building a reputation as a family friendly accommodation leader within the official AAA rated four and a half Star Destination Resort category. Holidays with Kids, Australia’s leading family travel and lifestyle magazine and website, surveyed over 4,500 readers culminating in awards for 80 properties worldwide. Q1 Resort & Spa placed in the ‘Australia: Over 4 Stars’ category, rubbing shoulders with family destinations such as Hayman Resort and Daydream Island Resort & Spa. In celebration of their achievement, Q1 Resort & Spa is offering a family fun special. Book a stay of five nights or more in a two or three - bedroom apartment, and each family will receive a kid’s beach activity pack and a private screening of a new release children’s movie in Q1’s exclusive theatrette. Available for stays from 1 November, 2013 to 31 March, 2014. Visit www.q1.com.au or phone 1300 792 008 for more information, terms and conditions.

8 | Shooters Nightclub Set to Relaunch One of Surfers Paradise’s largest nightclub venues is set to reopen in 2014. The new look Shooters Nightclub will thrill tourists and locals alike with a relaunch that will blow partygoers’ minds. Renowned for bringing the best international and national kings of house, electro and dance to Surfers Paradise, Shooters Nightclub promises a diverse venue and vibrant atmosphere that will not disappoint! Keep your eyes peeled for information on the grand relaunch, as well as a chance to win a night of VIP treatment at Shooters, coming soon.

Stay Informed You can keep up to date on all things Surfers Paradise by visiting our website, www.surfersparadise.com or connecting with our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/surfersparadiseqld

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COVER STORY

A SURFERS PARADISE

Wonderland

Shelley Craft rediscovers the joy of summer in Surfers Paradise

orn and raised in Brisbane, Shelley Craft has spent so much time on our sunny shores she’s practically a local. Her grandmother had a house here on the Coast, and the family would come down on most weekends. Later, after graduating high school, Shelley moved to the Gold Coast where she worked in retail for a while, before catching the acting bug and getting a job at Movie World. The rest, as they say, is history. Now approaching almost 20 years in showbiz, Shelley is one of Australia’s best-recognised and most-loved television personalities. Her first big break came as co-host of the

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children’s show, Saturday Disney in 1996. She later went on to become a travel reporter for The Great Outdoors, and most recently, has become the face of one of this year’s most popular television shows, The Block. Soon we’ll be welcoming Shelley back to Surfers Paradise as the host of the 2013 Carols on the Beach event. Along with some of Australia’s most talented performers including Frankie J Holden, The Voice finalists, Caterina Torres and Simon Meli, international superstars and US Motown legends, The Drifters, will also be making an appearance. You definitely won’t want to miss this!

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We caught up with Shelley recently to get the inside scoop on Carols on the Beach and found out how much fun she’s been having rediscovering Surfers Paradise. P: Shelley, after years of city living in Sydney and Melbourne, you’re now based in Byron Bay. How have you found the change of pace? S: I love it! It’s the perfect balance to my crazy work life. I can come home, kick off the shoes, wipe off the make up and not think about anything other than my family, until the next trip. P: Now that you’re in closer proximity to the Gold Coast, will you be bringing the girls here to show them all the sights and sounds from your own childhood? S: We do spend a bit of time on the Gold Coast, it’s our ‘big smoke’ now. It is always a trip down memory lane when we come to town. P: What’s one of your favourite childhood memories of Surfers Paradise? S: I vividly remember going to Ripley’s Believe it or Not; in fact some of those images still haunt me to this day. Grundy’s was also a family favourite, and Pancakes in Paradise. P: Surfers Paradise has undergone a huge transformation lately; what do you think of its new and improved look? S: I feel like Surfers and I grew up together. I started visiting the Coast when I was about three years old, and it was a wonderful innocent town in the late 70s. Through the 80s we both suffered a little from bad fashion but we were coming of age. And of course I went to Schoolies! I then lived and worked in the heart of Surfers in 94/95, frequented the clubs and restaurants and worshipped the beach. I’ve celebrated many family occasions in Surfers and now 20 years on, I find I am back, a little more grown up, a little more sophisticated and a little more polished. Still a kid at heart though and Surfers still has so many wonderful things to keep me and my family entertained. P: You’ve previously hosted Carols in the Domain in Sydney. How do you think our Carols on the Beach will stack up to that? S: Well, it will be a lot more casual that’s for sure! Domain is an incredible experience, but I am sure our Carols on the Beach will be a beautiful, intimate family fun night, filled with wonderful music and great surprises. P: There’s some pretty great acts lined up – who are you most looking forward to seeing perform live?

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S: I can’t wait to see The Drifters! Motown and Christmas … it’s the perfect mix. P: Are you much of a singer yourself? Will you be getting into the Christmas spirit and singing along to the carols too? S: Oh no, I have a terrible singing voice! If I could sing – you’d know about it! I remember hosting a carols event on the steps of Parliament House in Melbourne and I actually turned my microphone off so no one would have to hear me!

To see the gorgeous Shelley Craft in person, visit Carols on the Beach on Sunday 22 December from 6.30pm. For all the details on Carols on the Beach, please see our feature on page 12.

Shelley’s Surfers Paradise Top Five

P: What’s your favourite Christmas carol? S: The Christmas Song is definitely up there, and I also love Let It Snow. I have been lucky enough to have a white Christmas and it was truly magical. P: How has Christmas changed for you, now that you are a mother?

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S: I am so excited to celebrate Christmas this year. Milla is really pumped to set up the tree and get the party started. Kids truly are the essence of Christmas and I’m sure it will be a beautiful celebration for us this year. P: Aside from Carols on the Beach, there’s some other pretty great stuff happening this Christmas in Surfers Paradise. What do you think your girls would enjoy?

Favourite Attraction: Timezone! Still a favourite!

S: We are planning a trip to the beach cinema for sure. Perhaps a photo with Santa, if the kids aren’t too shy. P: Do you have any special family traditions in your household at Christmas time? S: The Christmas pudding is a real tradition in our family. Who’s making it, who’s taking on the responsibility! It’s an old family recipe and my dad was always the chief pud maker, but it seems my sister has taken charge in the last few years. But the old pudding tins still get flown around the country if we are not going to be together, so that everyone has some feeling of tradition. P: What’s on your list to Santa this year?

Favourite Restaurant: Seaduction is fantastic! Or Benihana with the kids is always fun.

Favourite Watering Hole: Fix Bar at the Hilton

S: A sunny day and all my family in one place. That would be the ultimate Christmas gift for me this year. I have six nieces and nephews and we have never had the whole family in the one place – I think that would be magical! P: Have you been naughty or nice? S: Well ... I guess we’ll have to see when I find out what’s in my Christmas Stocking!

Favourite Outdoor Activity: Definitely the beach!

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Christmas Surfers Style

almy nights, festive lights and the man in red himself – Christmas on the Gold Coast is unlike any other. As the weather warms up, Surfers Paradise is getting set to sparkle with an Australianstyle Christmas. Cavill Mall will glisten, roving carollers will sing traditional hymns, and Santa and his helpers will be taking requests! Families will get the most out of the Christmas extravaganza, with a fantastic line up of festivities including the annual Carols on the Beach presented

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by G:Link, and the night before Christmas Eve, movies under the stars with Christmas Beach Cinema. Throughout December, Santa will be available for photos with the kids, and a special Australian themed Christmas display – with a surfboat and white kangaroos included – will feature in the centre of the Mall. A spectacular lighting display will illuminate the precinct and set the festive mood from Sunday 1 December, with the seasonal celebrations officially kicking off from Wednesday 11 December and lasting until Christmas Eve.

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WHAT'S ON Roving Entertainment, Carols on Carollers AND Christmas Lights the beach

Christmas Beach Cinema

Wednesday 11 December – Tuesday 24 December, 5.00pm – 8.00pm

Sunday 22 December, 6.30pm

Monday 23 December, 7.00pm

As of Wednesday 11 December, you will be able to enjoy a very merry Surfers Paradise, with Cavill Mall decked out in Christmas decorations, a beautifully lit canopy taking centre stage, and roving entertainment from 5.00pm until 8.00pm every evening. Carollers and Christmas themed performers will interact with the crowds and build up the atmosphere. Santa will be in Cavill Mall from 12.00pm until 3.00pm and then again from 5.00pm until 8.00pm – check the timetable for specific days – and be sure to bring a camera with you to capture Santa Claus with the kids.

Bring a blanket and settle in for a magical evening of carols! Hosted by Shelley Craft, enjoy singing along to traditional carols with an Australian Christmas theme and perhaps even a visit from Santa Claus himself! An incredible array of talent will take the stage, with finalists from The Voice, Caterina Torres and Simon Meli, USA Motown legends The Drifters and many more. A spectacular fireworks display at the end of the evening will top off a memorable night.

One for the kids, Christmas Beach Cinema is the perfect way to spend the evening before Christmas Eve enjoying movies in a special setting. Settle the kids in with some popcorn and watch The Polar Express and Mickey Mouse’s Christmas Carol, under the stars.

Visit Santa in Cavill Mall

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Evening: 5.00 - 8.00pm

sunday 22 Afternoon: 12.00 - 3.00p m Evening: Beach Carols Only

WEEK 3 monday 23 & tuesday

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Aztec Dress

Christmas SHOPPING SPREE

Soft modal fabric embellished with beads, sequins and fringing, this vibrant style easily transitions from poolside lounging to shopping in town or cocktail hour. RRP......................................................................... $129.95

Intrigue Dress

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Laser cut geometrics make this slip on dress a cool and chic choice for putting on over your swimwear this summer. Wear with sandals for day, style up after dark with heels and edgy jewellery.

Shop in store or online www.exquisitelife.com.au Shop 46 Circle on Cavill, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, 07 5592 5233

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Monarch Mini Envelope Clutch Sparks Fly Bauble Add some spark to your Christmas with these beautiful bauble decorations. Available in four shimmering colours, they are sure to brighten up your home. Seafoam and Gunmetal �� $19.95 each

A shimmering update to Mimco's classic envelope style, stand-out splicing and an oversized turnlock take this chic clutch to new heights. Fashioned from patent leather with sparkly glitter panels, a wrist strap zipper-pull make this petite piece the perfect accompaniment to your cocktail or Christmas party look. Black.........................................................................$179.00

Dino Satchel Surrendering to your animal instincts is easy with the Dino Satchel. Taking on a raw textural aesthetic, this everyday arm candy combines distressed leathers with crocodile embossing to epitomise that tough luxe look. With ample space for all of your daily necessities, this go-anywhere piece is stunningly accented by glazed leather. Featuring a detachable cross body strap and soft tubular handles essential for all-day wear. Hot Pink................................................................$399.00

Harlequin Watch Lucy Duffle Bag

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The Packables Duffle was conceived as an amalgamation of signature Mimco styles. Featuring the Mimco in-house designed monogram it's constructed using a lightweight and hardwearing polyester canvas. This foldable style features a detachable cross-body strap and oversized zip pulls. Unzip it and watch it come to life.

An update to the classic aviator style, Mimco's Neptune Sunglasses will complete your jet set holiday wardrobe. Clean and minimal, this glamorous pair is fashioned from a combination of acetate and steel. Offer good UV protection in line with Australian standards, they come cosseted in a Mimco hard case with lens cloth.

Featuring a chic strap crafted from glazed leather and a face encrusted in sparkly crystals, this Harlequin Watch is all about glam. The dial houses diamond shaped indices and a practical date function. With a stainless steel case and buckle, it incorporates finest quality Japanese movement and battery for premium function.

Apricot �� $79.95

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Lime.......................................................................... $179.00

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Mens Outsider HaT

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Keep the harsh rays off your head with the Outsider straw hat! Featuring a wide brim, embroidered badge, printed fabric under the brim, edge taping and a drawcord with toggle tie.

An ideal way to wrap up a day at the beach with this cotton velour hooded towel with a striped print.

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Cruciani bracelets A work of art in lace macramé, Cruciani bracelets are glamorous, iconic and 100% made in Italy. RRP......................$23.00

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Getaway Bag

Made in Italy with very soft leather and thick hand sewn stitching around the outer. Packaged in an eco jute drawstring day bag and accompanied by a gift bracelet from Nicoletta D' Shoes.

Hot Air Balloon Ride There's no better way to see a Gold Coast sunrise than from 3,000ft in the air! Give them the adventure of a lifetime with a gentle, scenic hot air balloon flight. With views over Byron Bay to the south, the shoreline of the coast, the sprawling green Hinterland and views stretching beyond Brisbane to the north, you'll be giving an unforgettable journey. Every flight includes a full champagne breakfast, access to O'Reilly's Grand Homestead and Vineyard and the best view in Australia! 30 minute flight �� $250.00 60 minute flight �� $299.00

Make a stylish getaway to the beach or discover the local markets with this lively printed cotton twill bag. External PVC pocket conveniently stores thongs. Large main compartment has plenty of room for all your beach day gear. RRP...................$39.99

Girls Harmony Hooded Towel Fuchsia Metallic Moccasin Boot

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V8 Drive Experience A V8 Drive Experience is one of the most thrilling, high-octane gifts you can give! Put them in the drivers seat of a supercharged V8 Commodore or Ford; they'll zip up the race suit and put on their helmet before hitting the track to experience the raw power of these purposebuilt racing machines firsthand! Every V8 Drive Experience can include 6, 8 or 12 laps around the track. A certificate of completion is given at the end of each drive. Drivers must have held a manual drivers license for 12 months to participate. 6 laps..................................................................... $250.00 8 laps and 2 lap rides.................................... $350.00 12 laps and one timed session ��$450.00

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DINING guide Whilst some of us love the challenge of cooking up a seven course Christmas meal for the entire extended family, others like to take the opportunity to truly indulge, not just in a delicious and decadent meal, but also by giving themselves a day off from doing the dishes. With that in mind we have compiled a list of the best Christmas lunch and dinner venues in Surfers Paradise this year.

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WHAT // SkyPoint Christmas in the Clouds Treat yourself, your staff or your clients to an unforgettable Christmas party this year. Kicking off at 7.00pm and winding down at midnight, each ticket includes a four and a half hour standard beverage package, substantial canapé menu and grazing dishes, as well as a dessert buffet. The unique location of the SkyPoint Observation Deck will make this a Christmas party to remember! Entry is restricted to over 18s only.

WHAT // Christmas Day at Four Winds 360˚ Restaurant Be mesmerised this Christmas by 360° views of the Pacific Ocean, Gold Coast city and hinterland from Queensland’s only revolving restaurant. Choose from a lunch or dinner package including seafood buffet, three hour premium drinks package (wine, beer, soft drinks and juice) plus a gift for the kids from Santa. Bookings are essential.

WHERE // SkyPoint Observation Deck, Level 77 Q1 Tower, 9 Hamilton Ave, Surfers Paradise

WHERE // Four Winds 360˚ Restaurant, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 2807 Gold Coast Hwy, Surfers Paradise

WHEN // Saturday 7 December, 2013 from 7.00pm until midnight

WHEN // Wednesday 25 December, 2013 Lunch 12.00 – 2.30pm, Dinner from 5.30pm

COST // $129 per adult

COST // $225 per adult, $100 per child (ages 5 – 12)

CONTACT // 07 5582 2700

WHAT // Christmas Dinner at Relish Restaurant Celebrate Christmas with a seafood buffet dinner at Relish Restaurant, located on the ground floor at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Priced at just $90 for adults and $45 for children, you can afford to take the whole family! Live entertainment is also included in the price. Bookings are essential. WHERE // Relish Restaurant, Crowne Plaza Hotel, 2807 Gold Coast Hwy, Surfers Paradise WHEN // Wednesday 25 December, 2013 from 6.00 – 9.00pm COST // $90 per adult, $45 per child (ages 5 – 12) CONTACT // 07 5592 9900

CONTACT // 07 5592 9906 or fwr@crowneplazasurfersparadise.com.au

WHAT // Seaduction Christmas Lunch Indulge in a decadent six course lunch this Christmas Day at critically acclaimed restaurant, Seaduction at Soul. With lobster, scallops, turkey and wagyu beef on the menu, this will truly be a treat for your tastebuds. There will also be traditional Christmas desserts including brandy pudding and mince pies to ensure your Christmas experience is complete. Bookings are essential.

WHAT // Christmas in the Grand Ballroom at QT Gold Coast

WHAT // Christmas Day Luncheon at Salt Grill by Luke Mangan

Celebrate Christmas in the Grand Ballroom at QT Gold Coast. Be treated to a delicious Bazaar style marketplace luncheon. Enjoy fresh local seafood, whole roasted meat, slow braises, soups, cheese and charcuterie and festive desserts. Live music, a visit from Santa, gifts for the kids, face painting and more!

For a Christmas lunch to remember, celebrate at Salt Grill by Luke Mangan at the Hilton Surfers Paradise. With a delicious four course meal on the menu, tickets are sure to sell out fast so be sure to get in quick. Bookings are essential.

WHERE // Seaduction at Soul, 8 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise

WHEN // Wednesday 25 December, 2013 12.00 – 3.00pm

WHEN // Wednesday 25 December, 2013 from 12 noon

WHERE // Grand Ballroom, QT Gold Coast, 7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise

COST // $249 per adult, $125 per child (ages 6 - 12, children aged 5 and under dine free)

COST // Adults $195* Young adults (12 - 17) $150* Children (under 12) $110* Children (under 4) Free

CONTACT // 07 5635 5728

WHERE // Level 1, Hilton Surfers Paradise, 6 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise WHEN // Wednesday 25 December, 2013 from 12 noon COST // $169 per person CONTACT // 07 5680 8100 or email saltgrill@hilton.com

*Cost includes Bazaar style marketplace luncheon and three-hour beverage package (local wine, beer and soft drinks). CONTACT // 07 5584 1200

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Precinct Magazine / Surfers Paradise / Gold Coast

Christmas spread

WHAT // Lobster and Moët Christmas Day Luncheon On Christmas Day, the Marriott's famous seafood buffet in Citrique will feature lobster, premium Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne, a live Grand Marnier dessert station, chef crafted canapés and all the Christmas favourites including honey glazed ham on the bone with pineapple sauce and roasted turkey with traditional stuffing and cranberry sauce. There will also be an elaborate beverage list included, with everything from summer spiced sangria, to Queensland eggnog, as well as artisan beers, premium wines and French Champagne. WHEN // Wednesday 25 December, 2013 12.30 - 3.00pm WHERE // Citrique Restaurant, Marriott Resort & Spa, 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise COST // Adults $295 Young Adults (13 – 17) $195 Children (6 – 12) $150 Children (3 - 5) $50 CONTACT // 07 5584 1200

WHAT // White Christmas Extravaganza

WHAT // Christmas Day Lunch at Déjà View

Join in the White Christmas celebrations on Christmas Day at the Watermark with a fabulous lunch or dinner package including a delicious festive feast with all the trimmings, fresh seafood, beverages, chocolate fountain, live entertainment and even a visit from Santa with gifts for the children!

Enjoy a Christmas buffet lunch brimming with the day’s seafood catch together with slow roasted turkey, honey baked ham, roast pork and lashings of Christmas pudding. Santa will also be making an appearance with his sack filled with goodies for the little ones.

Christmas Day Lunch

WHEN // Wednesday 25 December, 2013 12.00 – 3.00pm

WHEN // Wednesday 25 December, 2013 12.30 – 3.00pm

WHERE // Outrigger Surfers Paradise, 22 View Ave, Surfers Paradise

WHERE // Waves Restaurant, Watermark Hotel & Spa, 3032 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise

COST // Lunch $149 per adult (includes threehour basic beverage package of beer, wine and soft drink) $119 per adult without beverage package Children (13 - 17yrs) $89 Children (4 - 12yrs) $49 Children (0 - 3yrs) Free

COST // Adult $165 Teenager $129 Child $95 Infant $40 CONTACT // 07 5588 8321

CONTACT // 07 5579 1000

Christmas Dinner WHEN // Wednesday 25 December 2013, 6.30pm WHERE // Waves Restaurant, Watermark Hotel & Spa, 3032 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise COST // Adult $130 Teenager $90 Child $75 Infant $40 CONTACT // 07 5588 8321

Precinct Magazine / Surfers Paradise / Gold Coast

*Prices correct at time of printing, subject to change without notice

The summer Edition / 2013 - 2014

Life’s a Beach Music & Entertainment Christmas spread

Life’s a beach this summer in Surfers Paradise with one of the hottest music festivals Australia has ever seen, Beachlife, set to hit our shores on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 January

The Gold Coast’s most famous stretch of sand will be transformed into a mega stage, with a host of international superstars performing under our sunny skies. Grammy Award-winning DJ, Skrillex, and two of the hottest names in hip hop, Wiz Khalifa and A$AP Rocky, will be among the acts performing at the beach festival, much to the delight of the many ticket holders who have already snapped up their passes.

The two day event will be the only Queensland appearance for Skrillex, Wiz Khalifa and A$AP Rocky, making it yet another major score for Surfers Paradise. Ten thousand festival goers are expected on each day of the event, providing the local economy with a massive boost. Cross Promotions and Fuzzy Events, the people

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bringing you Beachlife, believe there is no better place than Surfers Paradise for an event of this calibre. “We’re so excited to be bringing some of the world’s hottest acts to our beautiful Surfers Paradise Beach,” says Billy Cross of Cross Promotions.

A spectacular stage, designed to resemble a spaceship, along with state-of-the-art lighting and the stunning natural backdrop of our shoreline will surely provide a once in a lifetime experience for artists and audience alike. “The Gold Coast is all about tourism, lifestyle and events – and we’re showcasing the jewel in the crown with Beachlife 2014,” promises Cross. For a complete list of acts, and more information on Beachlife 2014, please visit www.beachlifegc.com.au.

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Your Guide to Beachlife 2014

WHAT TO WEAR

Make sure you’re looking your finest with the hottest fashions from these Surfers Paradise retailers. TIP: Layer up! Wearing items that can easily be removed, such as a bathing suit under a top or dress, covered with a lightweight cardigan will ensure you are comfortable at any time of the day. And be sure to wear comfortable shoes! 2

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Cotton On Logan Shirt – RRP $29.95 Avoid sunburn and stay cool with this cotton chambray shirt from Cotton On.

Cotton On Rake Shorts – RRP $29.95 Jump around with these comfy shorts with frayed hem from Cotton On.

Quiksilver Shop T122 - T124, Soul Retail, 4 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise 07 5592 0031 3

Quiksilver Ferris Sunglasses – RRP $129.99 Inspired by Mr. Bueller himself, these retro shades take the authentic route and are practically plucked off Ferris' head.

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Quiksilver Kombat Watch – RRP $199.99 The Kombat watch is perfect for polishing off your look! Designed for a man with impeccable taste, this slick style will keep you a step ahead and with its flashy good looks, we think it's well worth spending a little time with! Featuring a solid marine grade stainless steel case and strap, reinforced mineral crystal, Japanese quartz movement and water resistant to 100metres.

Quiksilver Mens Jazzy Hat – RRP $29.99 Top off your look with this slick brimmed hat.

Quiksilver Reese Forbes Shoes – RRP $99.99 Spruce up your favourite skater-inspired shoes with a smooth leather exterior and breathe easy, perforated leather lining.

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Music & Entertainment

Her s Roxy Australia Soul Retail, 4 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise 07 5504 6433 1

Roxy Aloha Overswim Dress - RRP $69.99 Subtly sexy, the Aloha maxi dress is perfect for the beach or for a casual day out! Featuring an elastic back and adjustable straps for comfort, and a side slit for just the right amount of sass! Roxy Avenue Leather Watch - RRP $79.99 The Avenue watch does double duty as a stunning water resistant time keeper and a pretty accessory when you're out on the town. With its sleek and modern good looks, it's all about adding personality to your look! Roxy Miller Sunglasses - RRP $79.99 Slide on some shades this season with the Miller sunnies! Classic shape in a range of this seasons hottest colours!

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MIMCO G009/3113 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise 07 5504 6521 4

MIMCO Buckle Bracelet – RRP $59.95 Get the leather look with Mimco's Buckle Up Leather Bracelet. A doubled up strap crafted from luxe leather combines with beautifully sculpted enamel, making it a stylish everyday go to. A traditional buckle closure provides a classic finish to this textural wrist adornment. MIMCO Facet Bezel Stud Earrings – RRP $59.95 Make these Faceted Bezel Stud Earrings your top pick for daily dazzle. Featuring a stunning central Swarovski crystal set on a plated pewter base, make them stand out with a complementary hued top and matching manicure. Incorporating surgical steel posts, they can be comfortably worn in even the most sensitive ears.

MIMCO Fibonacci Fedora – RRP $79.95 With an emphasis on classic silhouettes and stand out splicing, the Fibonacci Fedora is a key addition to any trans-seasonal look. Managing to be both masculine and unquestionably feminine, it is the perfect piece to top off a boy chic outfit.

Rubi Shoes Shop 224, 3105 Centro Surfers Paradise, Cnr Cavill Mall & The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise 07 5538 3475 7

Rubi Cilla Sandal – RRP $14.95 These gorgeous sandals will quickly become your must have festival footwear this summer!

Precinct Magazine / Surfers Paradise / Gold Coast

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Gold Coast Bikini Parade Guinness World Record Attempt

November

Join the Guinness World Record attempt for the Largest Bikini Parade on Surfers Paradise Beach as part of the Gold Coast Swim Fashion Festival. The event is attempting to break China’s current record of 1,085 women as they show off their best bikinis. The event is open to girls and women of all ages; so far there’s even a two-year old and a 71-year old registered to participate! Register online at goldcoastbikiniparade.com.au/registration

Queensland Beach Volleyball Tour The state's top beach volleyball talent will scorch the sands of Surfers Paradise at the Queensland Beach Volleyball Tour, a traditional proving ground for the sport's future champions. As well as watching the elites put on a show, onlookers can also jump into the action in one of the competition's other divisions; there's a good game at each round for players of all levels.

WHEN Saturday 30 November, 2013 WHERE Surfers Paradise Beach, Surfers Paradise COST Anyone is welcome to watch the event at no cost, however there is a registration fee for participants CONTACT Phone 07 5531 7333 or visit www.goldcoastbikiniparade.com.au for more information.

WHEN Please check website for dates of heats and finals running from November 2013 until March 2014. WHERE Surfers Paradise Beach Volleyball Courts, End of Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise COST Free

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CONTACT www.beachvolleyballgoldcoast.com

Australia and New Zealand Pinball Championships Come on down to Timezone Surfers Paradise and watch the state's best pinball players battle it out for an all expenses paid place at the Grand Final in Sydney!

WHEN Saturday 7 December, 2013 WHERE Timezone Surfers Paradise, Cavill Mall, Surfers Paradise COST Free CONTACT 07 5539 9500

Magic Millions Barrier Draw

WHEN Tuesday 7 January, 2014

The excitement of the Magic Millions racing carnival thunders onto Surfers Paradise Beach with the Magic Millions Barrier Draw. The event will be hallmarked by a stunning display of equestrian beauty, with thoroughbreds in full racing colours to race along a stretch of Surfers Paradise Beach to mark commencement of the draw.

COST Free

WHERE Surfers Paradise Beach, end of Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise CONTACT 07 5584 3700

The draw itself will be held on the Surfers Paradise Foreshore, with each draw announced over the PA and screened on a large outdoor monitor. Everyone is welcome to get in on the action of the barrier draw, so come along and rub shoulders with the nation's top racing identities. Enjoy a sausage sizzle, face painting, roving entertainers and views of the barrier draw.

Australia Day in Surfers Paradise

WHEN Sunday 26 January, 2014

Head to Surfers Paradise and create your very own sports event this Australia Day! The sands of Surfers Paradise are waiting for you, so pack up the family, and your favourite sports equipment, and create a game on the soft white sand. Bring your own cricket, AFL or NRL games, or have a paddle between the flags, before enjoying a meal at one of our many restaurants and cafe's. It’s time to say g’day!

COST Free

SLAM Summer Volleyball February

SLAM Beach Volleyball Festival returns this summer with its unmistakable energy breathing fresh life into Australia's active beach culture. In its 14th year running, SLAM will visit five of Australia's favourite beaches, including Surfers Paradise, blending friendly competition with a chilled beach party. SLAM is the largest volleyball festival in the Southern Hemisphere attracting 3000+ amateur competitors keen to simply 'have a go' or really show off their volleyball talents. The round robin competition determines three skill set divisions from highest to lowest within; The CUP, PLATE and BOWL, each with prize money and sponsor prizes up for grabs.

WHERE Surfers Paradise Beach, Surfers Paradise CONTACT www.surfersparadise.com

WHEN Saturday 1 February, 2014 WHERE Surfers Paradise Beach, Surfers Paradise COST

$40 per player

CONTACT 02 9922 1113 or www.slamfestival.com.au

Anyone can enter a team, no matter your skill level!

Precinct Magazine / Surfers Paradise / Gold Coast

The summer Edition / 2013 - 2014

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SURFERS PARADISE AMBASSADOR Profile: Bronwyn Abraham Precinct Magazine recently caught up with this year’s Jupiters Summer Surf Girl, 17 year old Gold Coaster, Bronwyn Abraham, to find out why she loves Surfers Paradise. 1.

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I am an ambitious person in almost all aspects of my life: I like to paint and consider myself quite creative, I am an active member of my Surf Life Saving Club (Surfers Paradise), an active patrolling member, assist in training new life savers to patrol our beaches and have coached the 5 - 7 year olds (greenies) with my dad for the past three years. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Applied Sciences externally through the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (in my second year) and have had an all round love of the beach since I was young.

9. What do you think is Surfers Paradise's best-kept secret? Yoghurt City in Cavill Avenue is one of my favourite frozen yoghurt stores, where you can decorate your favourite flavour frozen yoghurt with lots of lollies and yummy treats. They also support the work we do by offering us a discount, which I think is amazing! 10. Finish this sentence: If you're visiting Surfers Paradise for the first time, don't forget your... Togs and boogie board!

2. What is your favourite thing about Surfers Paradise? The endless opportunities and new experiences. 3. What’s one thing about Surfers Paradise you think the rest of the world should know? That it is an incredibly family friendly environment, and I know this first hand from coaching the Nippers, and previously being one myself. 4. If you could fly any celebrity in the world, living or dead, into Surfers Paradise for a day, who would it be and where would you take them? Beyonce, because I love her dedication to charities, and would love to have her participate in my Nippers. Although it may not be the same as the work she does, for me it is my bread and butter to see the smiles on kids’ faces when they catch waves and finish races. 5. What does your ideal day in Surfers Paradise consist of? A morning with the Nippers, a patrol in the afternoon with my fellow members from patrol 6 and then dinner afterwards to reflect on our highlights of the day with my patrol friends. 6. You are the 2013/2014 Jupiters Summer Surf Girl. Tell us what this means to you. Representing Surfers Paradise as their Jupiters Summer Surf Girl is the most amazing experience; it is a passion of mine to raise funds for my club, to ensure we have enough equipment to perform rescues when needed, to train new life savers, and to coach the Nippers, who are the surf life savers of the future. I was so excited to see all the older girls go through the Summer Surf Girl process when I was still in Nippers, and now it is my opportunity to represent our club. 7.

Summer Surf Safety is a very important message in Australia, especially here on the Gold Coast. What are your top tips for staying safe on the beach this summer? My top tips on the beach are: • If unsure ask a lifeguard or life saver where swimming is the most safe; • Read the information board so you are aware of any dangerous conditions; • Slip – Slop – Slap; • And most importantly, always swim between the red and yellow flags.

8. Surfers Paradise is one of Australia’s top family holiday destinations – why do you think it is so popular with families? I think that there are just so many activities that the whole family can do; whether it’s a day at the beach, surfing, Timezone, Aqua Duck, whale watching, jet boating or maybe some shopping. There are so many possibilities; I can’t imagine why people wouldn’t come!

Precinct Magazine / Surfers Paradise / Gold Coast

BRONWYN’S SURFERS PARADISE TOP FIVE 1.

Favourite Store: Baskin Robbins (I love ice cream!!!)

Favourite Attraction: The Sling Shot

Favourite Restaurant: Hogs Breath Café

4. Favourite Chillout Spot: Evandale Lake (behind council chambers, great for family picnics and swimming) 5.

Favourite Outdoor Activity: Surf swimming

The summer Edition / 2013 - 2014

Put more under your tree

for less this Christmas!

This festive season, the giving starts at Harbour Town. You’ll save on big brands like Oroton, Nike, RM Williams, Peter Alexander and Fossil. Plus, pay a visit to our Tourism Lounge to receive extra Christmas discounts from a huge selection of outlet stores. There’s only one place to trim the tree this Christmas.

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The City of Gold Coast's Active & Healthy Program is an established and comprehensive community based physical activity and healthy eating program. The program aims to build healthier more vibrant communities and actively engages the broader community to ensure inclusivity and accessibility. Everyone from residents, local organisations, sporting clubs, schools and businesses are invited to attend.

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he Active & Healthy Program activates public space and community venues and facilities, and reduces the barriers that prevent the community from participating in regular healthy lifestyle activities. The Active & Healthy Program aims to create a city where an active and healthy lifestyle is normal practice and where our residents and visitors are informed of the accessible, everyday opportunities to incorporate physical activity and healthy eating practices in their daily lives. All residents, regardless of age, gender or ability, will be encouraged and supported in their choices of structured and unstructured physical activity, play or sport. Through the Active & Healthy Program, the City of Gold Coast provides over 170 free or low cost activities across the city weekly, with activities suitable for all ages and ability levels. Popular activities include Tai Chi, yoga, group fitness, healthy cooking workshops and seminars, stroller groups, Kids After School Fun, Nifty Over Fifty classes and much more. The program also offers an action packed weekend experience program which includes activities such as stand up paddle boarding workshops, kayaking, skateboarding workshops, mini Active & Healthy Fun Days, rock climbing, and naturally GC workshops, which are a perfect way to discover a new activity and get fit while having fun with the family. Each school holidays the Active & Healthy Program offers many fun and affordable activities for kids aged four to 18 years. Activities are offered all across the city and provide a great way to get the kids outdoors and enjoying all that the Gold Coast has to offer. Active & Healthy in Surfers Paradise Want to get fit and enjoy our beautiful climate at the same time? Come along to free Pilates by the Sea on Tuesdays at 5.15pm, beginning November 2013. Meet at the grassy area along the Surfers Paradise Foreshore just north of Cavill Avenue. Classes are provided by the City of Gold Coast's Active & Healthy Program and Essence of Living. No bookings required. For more information contact 07 5526 6600. Fitness Equipment Fed up of the long run to nowhere on the treadmill? Need to re-energise and re-inspire your fitness routine? Have you checked out a park recently? Many Gold Coast parks have had fitness equipment installed, enabling you to enjoy a free workout in our glorious climate.

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More than 20 city parks have exercise equipment installed in them, providing an opportunity to exercise and get fit outdoors for free. Exercise equipment is different in each park, ranging from simple, static equipment for chinups, sit-ups and step-ups, to new interactive and movable equipment with cardio and resistance features (similar to indoor fitness equipment) such as rowing and stepping machines. Dotted along the Surfers Paradise Foreshore is a series of outdoor fitness equipment, which are free to use, and a great way to get some extra resistance work into your exercise routine. Walk or run between stations and make up your own exercise routine using the various pieces of equipment as you go, all while taking in spectacular beachside view. Oceanway The Gold Coast Oceanway is a 36-kilometre network of pathways along beaches from the Gold Coast Seaway (The Spit) to the Point Danger Lighthouse (Coolangatta). The pathways provide healthy and environmentally friendly ways for pedestrians and cyclists to explore the renowned beaches of the Gold Coast. The Oceanway travels through the heart of Surfers Paradise along the Esplanade and is a great way to discover Surfers by foot, bike, scooter or pram. Fern Street to Narrowneck Surfers Paradise is the tourism heart of the Gold Coast and a walk along the beachfront promises plenty of opportunities to observe the colour and activity of this busy and vibrant destination. From Fern Street turn back towards the ocean and then head northwards along Garfield Terrace. Northcliffe SLSC is a popular spot to stop for a drink, before continuing along Northcliffe Terrace and along a foreshore pathway for the last few hundred metres until you reach the famous Cavill Mall.

Precinct Magazine / Surfers Paradise / Gold Coast

THE ICONIC SURFERS PARADISE ...has it all! Your shopping, dining & entertainment precinct.

SURFERS PARADISE

Beachfront Markets Wednesday, Friday & Sunday from 5pm - 10pm On the Foreshore at the end of Cavill Mall

WWW.SURFERSPARADISE.COM facebook.com/surfersparadiseqld Undercover parking available at: CENTRO SURFERS PARADISE, Hanlan Street The Soul Building, 4 The Esplanade ($7 after 4pm) Bruce Bishop Car Park, 10 Beach Road (2hrs FREE)

NEW YEAR'S

ome New Year’s Eve, the Surfers Paradise sky will light up with all the colours of the rainbow in one of the largest fireworks displays in Queensland. For the second year running, the theme will be ‘superheroes’, and kids (big and small!) are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite. There will even be photo opportunities with some of your favourite superheroes before the early fireworks show.

of Spectrum Fireworks promises an absolutely spectacular display, using over 3,400 kilograms of fireworks. Displays are fine tuned in the weeks before the event, but you can be assured of one thing – lots of colour and plenty of noise! Keep an eye out for fireworks in the shape of love hearts, along with huge shimmering gold stars, short rockets and lots of gold, red, purple and pink.

This year’s festivities will include two phenomenal pyrotechnic displays, one at a new time of 8pm, and the other at midnight to ring in the New Year. Both shows will be set to a thumping musical beat, with some of the major hits from 2013 ready to ring out along the Foreshore. Chris Corbee

The party won’t just be limited to New Year’s Eve though, with carnival rides, kid’s slides and even a fortune teller’s zone along the foreshore in the lead up to New Year’s Eve. Come on down from December 28 until January 1 to join in the family fun.

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We recommend the following tips, to make the countdown to 2014 as enjoyable as possible:

• Bring a picnic blanket so you and the family can really get comfortable.

• Decide which vantage point is going to comfortably accommodate your needs and give you the best view of the show. We recommend staking out a spot on the sand between the Soul Building and the Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club.

• Consider leaving the car at home and taking public transport.

• Make reservations for dinner well ahead of time – most restaurants are booked out before New Year’s Eve. You can see the party calendar on page 32 for some suggestions, or simply phone your favourite place to see what they’ve got planned.

• If you are driving, plan ahead with travel routes and parking options. We recommend the Bruce Bishop Car Park on Beach Road – with over 1,600 spaces available and the first two hours free, it’s some of the best value parking in Surfers. To find out more about this year’s event, or for more handy hints on where to park or public transport facilities, please visit www.surfersparadise.com

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NEW YEAR' Club Liv NYE Party

Forbidden Delights Dinner and Show

New Year’s Eve Party with Conspiracy

Party away 2013 at GC Mag’s Club of the Year! Experience all the hits of 2013 with Mike D and Kurt Joseph from Radio Metro, plus G-Wizard and Zannon.

The Arts Centre Gold Coast in collaboration with Wilde Applause and Marissa Burgess present a world first event bringing glamour and sensuality, circus and magic, aerial artistry, intrigue, cocktails, music and tantalising fine dining to the Gold Coast. Forbidden Delights is sensual, classy and wickedly delicious. Once the show concludes, dance the night away with Gold Coast cover band The Red Cherries and see in the New Year under the stars on the Lakeside Terrace.

Ring in the New Year with free entertainment by party band, Conspiracy, at Surfers Paradise RSL.

WHEN // 9.00pm WHERE // Club Liv, 26 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise COST // Early bird tickets from $29.99 CONTACT // 07 5538 3338

New Year’s Eve is best celebrated on the beach and Déjà View will be the place to be beforehand, with a special three hour dinner and drinks package, finishing in time for you to enjoy the night’s festivities. WHEN //

6.00 – 9.00pm

WHERE // Déjà View, Outrigger Surfers Paradise, 22 View Ave Surfers Paradise

WHERE // Surfers Paradise RSL, 9 Beach Rd, Surfers Paradise COST // Free CONTACT // 07 5539 8966

This event is strictly 18+ WHEN //

New Year’s Eve at Déjà View

WHEN // 8.00pm

6.30pm for a 7.00pm start

WHERE // The Arts Centre Gold Coast, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise COST //

$195.00 per person Dinner and Show | VIP ticket $245.00 per person (limited availability, includes menu upgrade, VIP booth seating, Mumm Champagne and exclusive server)

CONTACT // 07 5588 4000

New Year’s Eve at Benihana Japanese Steakhouse Why not end 2013 in style with a theatrical feast at the award winning Benihana Japanese Steakhouse? Select from a range of teppanyaki treats such as hibachi scallops, wagyu beef, lobster tail, chicken, king prawns or salmon. All set banquets include onion soup, Benihana signature salad, prawn appetiser, chicken rice and more. WHEN //

from 5.30pm

WHERE //

Benihana Japanese Steakhouse, Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa, 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise

COST // Child $59.50 (aged 5 – 12 years) Adult $89 (child’s package without seafood available for $30)

COST // From $85 per person (food only)

CONTACT // 07 5579 1087

CONTACT // 07 5592 9770

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*Prices correct at time of printing, subject to change without notice

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'S EVE 2013 Watermark Hotel New Elsewhere Year’s Eve Extravaganza Presents NYE 2013

New Year’s Eve at Citrique

The party continues as New Year’s Eve rolls in. Whether you are after a New Year’s Eve Seafood Spectacular with a band or New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party to kick off the night with a cocktail, canapés and two hours of flowing beverages, you’ll find it at the Watermark Hotel.

Set the stage for a sensational New Year’s Eve to remember at Citrique. Enjoy Marriott’s famous seafood buffet which showcases a huge selection of ocean treasures including locally caught ocean fresh prawns, scallops, sweet fleshed bugs, mussels, Tasmanian smoked salmon, oysters and spanner crab. For those preferring their food from the land, there is a wonderful choice of artisan antipasto, succulent roasts, Asian inspired dishes, summer salads, wood fired pizza and European classics. To finish, a fantasy array of decadent desserts are available for your enjoyment.

New Year’s Eve Seafood Spectacular WHEN //

7.30 – 10.30pm

WHERE //

Waves International Buffet, Watermark Hotel, 3032 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise

COST // Child $45 | Teenager $75 | Adult $110

Escape from the mayhem of NYE to the comfort of elsewhere. Last year a full house experienced an intimate performance from Bag Raiders, one of Australia's premier acts. What is in store this year time will only tell ... Regardless, you can be assured of welcoming 2014 with great people, service, sound and a nationally awarded music policy. Tickets strictly limited. WHEN //

10.00 – 5.00am

WHERE //

23 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise

COST //

$50 (tickets available via Oztix)

CONTACT // 07 5592 6880 or email info@elsewherebar.com

CONTACT // 07 5588 8321

New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party WHEN //

7.30 – 9.00pm

WHERE //

Watermark Hotel lobby, 3032 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise

COST // $95 CONTACT // 07 5588 8321

Glow Party

WHEN // 6.00pm WHERE // Citrique, Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa, 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise COST // Child $79 Adult $159 CONTACT // 07 5592 9770

Dress in fluoro and white to trip the blue lights at The Beergarden’s Glow in the Dark New Year’s Party! You could start 2014 on a high, with thousands of dollars of prizes to be given away, including $1,000 worth of travel vouchers, tickets to the Big Day Out and more. WHEN // 6.00pm WHERE // Surfers Paradise Beergarden, Corner Cavill and Orchid Aves, Surfers Paradise COST // $40 CONTACT // 07 5570 1322

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Sandscapes Magical Visit Surfers Paradise this February for a magical journey the whole family will enjoy! Marvel as fairies, dragons and ancient legends take shape on the Foreshore as part of the third annual Australian Sand Sculpting Championships, presented by Streets Ice Cream.

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his year's theme is Myths, Legends and Fairytales; one that is sure to inspire entrants and wow passers by with what will surely be magical sand sculpted creations. Held over 17 days along the Surfers Paradise Foreshore, Australia’s best sand sculptors will create masterpieces in the hopes of winning the coveted championship.

If you want to see the sculpting in action, then be sure to attend the opening weekend, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 February. Once the sculptures are completed, you can visit any day to admire the masterpieces. You will even get the chance to vote on your favourite sculpture by placing a $1 coin in a voting box that will be located at the front of every sculpture.

The sculptors have free reign with the theme, however the pressure is on to create a seven tonne sculpture in just two days. Sharon Redman, Project Manager and sand sculpting expert, spoke to Precinct about what people can expect to see.

“The People’s Choice Award is considered by the sculptors as the award to win, as it shows them if they have managed to connect with the public,” said Sharon.

“We will usually see a mixture of myths and fairytales. Popular fairytales with the sculptors are: Alice in Wonderland, Little Red Riding Hood and Jack and the Beanstalk. Popular myths are Hare and the Rabbit, Greek mythology and Lord of the Rings. We will, however, have to wait and see what sparks their imagination!”

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A series of children’s activities will run on every day of the event, including sand art, sand bottles and sculpting workshops, and a sculptor’s demonstration piece. The workshops will give insight into the world of sand sculpting and debunk common misconceptions; such as that beach sand is used to create the sculptures. It is in fact brick sand - and added water - during the compaction stage that holds the sand together.

"The pressure is on to create a seven tonne sculpture in just two days." There will also be the Australia versus the World Sculpting Challenge, whereby two teams, one Australian and the other international, will carve against each other with a pre-arranged theme, with the public to vote on the winner. These sculptures will be interactive so people will get the chance to take pictures in front of the sculptures and appear as if in them. On top of that, the highlight of the championship will be a combined effort of ten professional sculptors working on a 12-tonne sand sculpture for Streets Ice Cream, to be located on the Surfers Paradise Foreshore.

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For kids and adults alike, it may just inspire the inner artist! “People find their way into sand sculpting in many different ways. The most common way in Australia is that they attend one of our events and have an interest or inclination to sculpt. Their visit triggers an interest, they approach us and we offer them an opportunity to enter our intern program to learn the art of sculpting. About eight years ago we had only two sand sculptors in Australia – today we have 12 sculptors and of these, around eight would be able to work internationally,” said Sharon. Everyone is welcome to get in on the action with lots of activities for families and children, and night markets will also be open on certain nights. It is expected that around 6,000 spectators daily will flock to the Foreshore over the course of the championships – don’t miss out! The third annual Australian Sand Sculpting Championships presented by Streets Ice Cream commences Friday 14 February along the Surfers Paradise Foreshore.

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The Sand Trail In a first for the Gold Coast, this year sees the launch of the inaugural Australian Sand Sculpting Championships Sand Trail! An event that’s fun for the whole family, the Sand Trail sees key spots across the Coast house their very own four tonne sand display.

• Robina Town Centre

As the grand opening to the 2014 Australian Sand Sculpting Championships, the Sand Trail will take over the Gold Coast with a host of mythical creatures, fairytale folk and all of your favourite legendary characters, as sculptors explore the Myths, Legends and Fairytales theme in various locations.

• Centro Surfers Paradise

From Saturday 8 February, the following venues around the Coast will each house a magical creation, giving families a chance to discover a side of the Gold Coast they may have never seen before:

• Harbour Town • Australia Fair • Hilton Surfers Paradise • Hotel Grand Chancellor Surfers Paradise • Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa • Chevron Renaissance • Circle on Cavill • Marina Mirage • The Pines • The Oasis Shopping Centre • Tweed City Shopping Centre Visit www.surfersparadise.com to download your Sand Trail Map, and take a magical ride around the Gold Coast, as you tick off all 13 masterpieces! Saturday 8 February to Sunday 2 March, 2014 Contact: 07 5584 3700

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ARTs & Culture

November

WHAT’S ON National Theatre Live – Macbeth National Theatre Live will broadcast Manchester International Festival’s electrifying production of Macbeth, with Kenneth Branagh (My Week With Marilyn, Hamlet) in his first Shakespeare performance in over a decade as Macbeth, and Alex Kingston (Doctor Who, ER) as Lady Macbeth.

WHEN

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1 - 30 November, 2013

WHERE Arts Cinema 2, The Arts Centre Gold Coast, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise COST Adults $25, Concession/Member $23, Child $15 (special prices apply / no free tickets) CONTACT 07 5588 4000 www.theartscentregc.com.au

Collection Focus – QCA Lineage

WHEN

As one of Australia's longest-running art colleges, Queensland College of Art, which was established in 1881, has accumulated an impressive alumni. This exhibition of work showcases some of the talent that has emerged from both its Brisbane and Gold Coast campuses. Featuring Gwendolyn Grant, Vida Lahey, Margaret Olley, Alasdair McIntyre, Pat Hoffie, Joe Furlonger and Michael Zavros.

COST Free

2 November – 1 December, 2013

WHERE Foyer Gallery, The Arts Centre Gold Coast, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise CONTACT 07 5588 4000 www.theartscentregc.com.au

The Reveal - Designs for a new Gold Coast Cultural Precinct

WHEN

Gold Coast residents are invited to view the vision for the new Gold Coast Cultural Precinct at a dynamic three-week exhibition titled "The Reveal". 75 teams entered an international competition to design a landmark cultural precinct for the 2018 Commonwealth Games host city. Now the final proposals are in and the winner will be featured at an exhibition of entries at Gallery 2, The Arts Centre Gold Coast, between 22 November and 15 December 2013.

COST Free

22 November – 15 December, 2013

WHERE The Arts Centre Gold Coast, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise CONTACT 07 5588 4000 www.theartscentregc.com.au

After Dark – Creative Juices

WHEN

28 November, 2013 6.00pm

This is your chance to explore this exhibition of extraordinary architecture and design for our city’s new cultural heart, and to connect with the cultural community here on the Gold Coast. Creative Juices, an initiative of the Cultural Development Unit, City of Gold Coast, connects people and organisations in the arts, and cultural sector, and assists with professional development through a variety of programs, workshops and networking events.

WHERE

Gallery 1, The Arts Centre Gold Coast, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise

COST Free CONTACT 07 5588 4000 www.theartscentregc.com.au

January

December

This event is presented in conjunction with the exhibition The Reveal: Designs for a new Gold Coast Cultural Precinct on display in Gallery 2 from 22 November – 15 December 2013.

Gold Coast Art Prize 2013

WHEN

7 December, 2013 - 9 February, 2014

Now in its 45th year, the popular Gold Coast Art Prize provides an opportunity to showcase excellent contemporary art practice from across Australia. The prize is open to all Australian artists working in any art media except photography. There is a total of $30,000 for acquisitions. Judged by Chris Saines, Director, Queensland Art Gallery / Gallery of Modern Art.

WHERE

Gallery 1, The Arts Centre Gold Coast, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise

COST Free

TropFest Surfers Paradise is the only place on the Gold Coast where you can live the excitement of Tropfest, the world's largest short film festival.

CONTACT 07 5588 4000 www.theartscentregc.com.au WHEN

8 December, 2013

WHERE Circle on Cavill, Surfers Paradise COST Free

Each year, the global micro-movie phenomenon is beamed live to the big screen at Circle on Cavill Surfers Paradise from its home base at The Domain in Sydney.

CONTACT 07 5570 6006

Jimeoin in Yes, Yes, Whatever?!

WHEN

One of live comedy’s masters, Jimeoin, returns with yet another hilarious show – YES, YES, WHATEVER?!

11 January, 2014 8.00pm

WHERE The Arts Theatre, The Arts Centre Gold Coast, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise COST Adults $44.90, Concession and Groups (10+) $39.90, Children (under 15) $39.90 CONTACT 07 5588 4000 www.theartscentregc.com.au

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Chinese New Year 2014: The Year of the Horse A

lthough it’s still unclear as to the exact origins of the Chinese New Year, legend has it that it all started with a fight against a mythical beast named Nian, which is the Chinese word for ‘year’. The stories vary from village to village, but they all have the same common theme. The Nian, a sea-dwelling animal with the body of an ox and the head of a lion, liked to come out at night to prey on and cause damage to people, animals and properties. The village elder advised the villagers to try and ward off the Nian by making loud noises with drums and firecrackers and hanging red paper cutouts and scrolls on their doors, because the Nian is frightened by the colour red. The advice worked, and the villagers conquered the Nian, and the Chinese now celebrate the anniversary of the passing of the Nian, which is Chinese New Year.

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The actual date of Chinese New Year changes each year, as it is based on the lunar calendar, as opposed to the Western Gregorian calendar, which is dependent on the Earth’s orbit around the sun. Chinese New Year always falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice, generally around the end of January or beginning of February, and celebrations last for 15 days, culminating in the Lantern Festival on the last day. In 2014, The Year of the Horse, Chinese New Year falls on Friday 31 January. Chinese New Year comes with a whole host of traditions, from what to do, to what to wear and what to eat to invite good fortune for the year ahead. Here, we list some of the most recognised traditions with suggestions on how you can try them out for yourself this Chinese New Year!

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"Chinese New Year comes with a whole host of traditions, from what to do, to what to wear and what to eat to invite good fortune for the year ahead."

New Year’s Eve Dinner This is generally the most important event on the Chinese New Year calendar. Families will come together to ring in the New Year with a big celebratory dinner, sharing a number of auspicious dishes. Foods served include nian gao, a sticky rice pudding cake which is said to make people “advance toward higher positions and prosperity step by step” and dumplings, which represent wealth and prosperity. There are a number of authentic Chinese restaurants in Surfers Paradise that serve special Chinese New Year banquets. They tend to book out quickly over the Chinese New Year period, so it’s best to make a reservation in advance. To see a list of Chinese restaurants in Surfers Paradise, please visit www.surfersparadise.com

Dragon Dance and Lion Dance The Dragon Dance and Lion Dance are some of the most entertaining events during the Chinese New Year festival. The Dragon Dance involves a group of performers who hold poles making up the head, body and tail of the dragon, dancing

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in time with the drums, to ward off evil spirits. Sometimes one performer has a ‘Pearl of Wisdom’ on a pole and entices the dragon to follow him, searching for wisdom and knowledge. The Lion Dance is performed by two performers, one as the head of the lion, and the other as the tail. The movement of the head of the lion is supposed to enhance vitality and longevity, while the tail of the lion sweeps away bad fortune and unpleasant things from last year. A mirror is attached to the head of the lion to expel negative energy and evil spirits. Come on down to Cavill Mall on Saturday 1 February to see the Dragon Dance and Lion Dance. For scheduled times, please visit www.surfersparadise.com

Red Packets Red packets are small red envelopes, usually decorated with Chinese symbols for good luck, filled with money. Married adults customarily hand these out to younger children during the New Year period, with the belief that they will suppress evil and bless the children with good health and longevity.

Why not really get into the spirit of Chinese New Year by buying a few red packets and putting a few dollars in them to hand out to the kids? Red packets are usually available at most Asian grocery stores. Try the Oriental Supermarkets located at Beach Road, in the Surfers RSL Centre.

Save the Date! Presented by Soul Surfers Paradise

Celebrate Chinese New Year in Surfers Paradise, with Dragon and Lion dances, traditional Chinese music, yummy food stalls and plenty of activities for the whole family. Date: Saturday 1 February, 2014 Location: Cavill Mall, Surfers Paradise Contact: 07 5584 3700 Visit www.surfersparadise.com for more information

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Photo Credit: sunseeker swimwear

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Summer’s Best Fashion Festival

arm weather, beautiful bikinis and ontrend resort wear will dominate the Gold Coast Swim Fashion Festival in a spectacular display of the Gold Coast at its best, this November and December.

Come the first weekend of summer, a bevy of beauties will descend upon the Gold Coast in preparation for one of the most highly anticipated events to hit Surfers Paradise. The Gold Coast Swim Fashion Festival is an elaborate showcase of Australia’s leading resort and swimwear designers, paraded in spectacular shows on the white beaches of Surfers Paradise and poolside in the city’s most elegant resorts. The festival’s conception came about two years ago during what is now the festival’s highlight – the inaugural Gold Coast Bikini Parade. It was an idea spawned by the comments of a seasoned local, who was reflecting on the events the Gold Coast used to host years ago. Festival Director Leanne St. George wanted to revive the reputation of the Gold Coast as a fashion hub and create an event that represented everything the Gold Coast was renowned for. “The Gold Coast is a resort city and that is why millions have visited our city and beaches to enjoy our beach culture and magnificent climate, so by featuring resort and swimwear, and having fashion shows on the sand and poolside, what better way to portray our beautiful city?” Leanne says. A highlight of the festival this year will undoubtedly be international model and Gold Coast local, Samantha Harris, who is leading the parades, and at one point over the festival, stepping out in a million-dollar swimsuit. “Samantha epitomises the natural beauty and grace of our beautiful coastline. She is a born and bred Gold Coast girl, and loves this region. The million-dollar swimsuit is a creative collaboration between local

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award-winning jewellery designer, Ann Middleton, and Sunseeker swim label. It will be a great moment!” The Gold Coast Swim Fashion Festival is also offering the chance for another Gold Coaster to become the next Samantha Harris, with the Swim Model Search. Held in conjunction with one of Australia’s leading modelling agencies, Chic Management, the contest aims to unearth the next international superstar. Based in Sydney, Chic Management has launched the careers of some of Australia’s most successful models including Miranda Kerr, Gemma Ward, Abbey Lee Kershaw and Shanina Shaik, and Managing Director, Ursula Hufnagl, believes the next big thing in swim modelling could very well be homegrown. “The aspiring wannabes can join the ranks of some of the world’s top models like Samantha Harris, Catherine McNeil, Nicole Pollard, Alyssa Sutherland, Caitlin Sanderson, and Amanda Ware - these are all international success stories, discovered in Queensland,” said Ursula. Twenty successful entrants will strut their stuff in front of judges including Hufnagl (a former model herself) and Harris, as part of the Sunseeker Swim Model Spectacular to be held at the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa on Thursday 28 November. The festival’s signature event, is the world famous Gold Coast Bikini Parade, which in 2011 originally set the world record for the most bikini wearing girls parading across the beach. China stole the title in 2012, but this year the Gold Coast is set to reclaim the record. Anyone is welcome to register for the parade and help break the world record. Tickets for the Gold Coast Swim Fashion Festival can be purchased via www.goldcoastswimfashionfestival.com.au and all those interested in taking part in the bikini parade Guinness World Record attempt can register via www.goldcoastbikiniparade.com.au

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15 minutes with the face of the gold coast swim fashion festival

samantha harris P: Growing up on the Gold Coast, what do you remember most about your childhood? S: The thing I remember most about my childhood on the Gold Coast are the family barbeques we had at the beach. P: Where is your favourite destination you have been to, and why? S: I have just gotten back from a holiday in Thailand with my fiancé and I absolutely loved it - beautiful weather, food, beaches and people. What's not to love about it? And of course my hometown of the Gold Coast. P: Who are your style influences? S: I love Jessica Alba’s style, she is so effortlessly beautiful and always on trend. P: What are the top three songs you are listening to at the moment? S: I love a lot of old school R‘n’B and hip-hop music, but I'm actually really loving Katy Perry's new album. P: What are your top five beauty must haves for summer? S: A tinted moisturiser with SPF, paw paw cream, Aveda sun care hair spray, waterproof mascara and OPI Samoan Sands nail polish. P: What is your advice when picking a bikini/ swimsuit for summer? S: Pick a swimsuit that suits your body type and body shape. Always try it on before you purchase it - I love bikinis; I find they fit my body shape quite well.

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P: What would you say is your defining personality trait? S: I've been told I have quite a good sense of humour. P: Your summer wardrobe consists of … S: Denim shorts, summery dresses, sandals, ballet flats, black blazer and plain tees. P: Your daily beauty routine is … S: I try and take really good care of my skin. I cleanse morning and night and always make sure my skin is moisturised. P: One of your favourite quotes is … S: Why try and fit in when you were born to stand out. P: If you weren’t modelling, you would be … S: I'm not sure what I'd be doing, because as long as I can remember I've always wanted to be a model. P: The last movie you watched was … S: Turbo, with my fiancé. P: Your favourite food is … S: I'm a huge dessert fan - anything chocolatey or anything that has caramel, count me in. P: The last book you read was … S: The Poisonwood Bible, by Barbara Kingsolver. P: The one thing that you want to do before the year is out … S: Get my driver’s license!

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Happy 80th Birthday Surfers Paradise Established in 1933, Surfers Paradise is set to celebrate its 80th birthday on Sunday 1 December, 2013. A lot has changed in those last eight decades, but the one thing that remains the same is Surfers Paradise’s reputation as Australia’s favourite holiday destination. As we get ready to celebrate this milestone, let’s take a walk down memory lane and get reacquainted with our city’s rich history.

circa 1920s // Jim Cavill's Surfers Paradise Hotel. Photographer unknown.

1933

1952 // Paula Stafford introduces her take on the controversial French bikini to Australia on the Gold Coast.

1935 // Cyril Burcher rides the first surf ski at Surfers Paradise Beach, having imported it from Hawaii. Photographer unknown.

1957 // Miss Teenage Victoria with Paula Stafford in Paula's bikini shop, Surfers Paradise. Alexander McRobbie, photographer.

1959 // Surfers Paradise’s first high-rise, Kinkabool, is built. This demonstrates the entrepreneurial spirit and drive that would soon define the region. Photographer unknown.

Beach scene with the Iluka building in the background, Surfers Paradise, circa 1970s. A. L. Lambert, photographer.

1933 1933 // Jim Cavill successfully lobbies to have the city’s name changed from Elston to Surfers Paradise – also the name of his popular hotel.

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1936 // Surfers Paradise Hotel is rebuilt following a fire.

circa 1940s // Bill Hookway with Sybil and Susie Stafford, Surfers Paradise. Photographer unknown. 1947 // Northcliffe Surf Life Saving Club is established.

1960s - 1970s // Australia’s surf culture explodes, helping to shape the identity of Surfers Paradise. The development boom begins to hit full swing, with several iconic buildings including Iluka, St Tropez and The Pink Poodle built. The Iluka and Apollo became landmarks as the first buildings to reach 20 storeys. The summer Edition / 2013 - 2014

Aerial view of central Surfers Paradise, 1980s. A. L. Lambert, photographer.

1990s // A number of international luxury hotel chains establish their presence in the area, beginning with the Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort and Spa, resulting in Surfers Paradise’s reputation as the ‘glitter strip’.

Aerial view of the southern end of Main Beach near Narrow Neck, 1982. Photographer unknown.

2000

Aerial view between Cypress and Ocean Avenues, Surfers Paradise, November, 2003. Daryl Jones, photographer

2000 1980s // The 1980s bring strong Japanese investment to Surfers Paradise, with a large number of significant buildings added to the growing skyline.

1984 // Surf life saving drama The Coolangatta Gold is released, showcasing Surfers Paradise on the silver screen. The race itself captures Australia's imagination and helps launch the Australian Ironman Series. 1987 // Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club’s Trevor Hendy wins his first Australian Ironman Series championship.

Gold Coast City Council, Local Studies Library

2013

2000s // The Surfers Paradise skyline surges into the new millennium with some spectacular additions: Chevron Renaissance, Q1, Jade, Avalon, Circle on Cavill, Soul by Juniper and the Hilton Surfers Paradise.

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Hurricaneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hits Surfers Paradise

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Food & Lifestyle

Since opening its doors in early September, Hurricane’s Grill in Surfers Paradise has been a runaway success. With a number of Sydney locations already in the Hurricane’s family, the Surfers Paradise restaurant is a test of sorts for further expansion up the Queensland coast. And if the results of its first few months in business are anything to go by, it probably won’t be too long until we see the opening of more Hurricane’s outlets in the sunshine state.

he popularity of the restaurant so far has been due largely to word of mouth. A quick search online yields numerous positive reviews with popular comments such as “best ribs ever” and “just amazing” a frequent find. Contributing to the gourmet chain’s success in Surfers Paradise is the winning formula that has been in the Sydney locations over the past 18 years: modern fit-out, great food and fabulous service. To ensure the consistency of quality from location to location, the new Surfers Paradise location even operates under the watchful eye of manager Matt Le Souder who has previously run both the North Ryde and Bondi restaurants. “The reception on the Gold Coast has been pretty incredible so far,” marvels Le Souder. “On our opening night, we served over 400 guests.” Every night since then has been fairly solid, Matt informs us, and you can expect to see queues spilling out the front door on a Friday and Saturday night. Don’t be deterred by this though, because with a seating capacity of 300 and a large, very well stocked bar, it’s only a drink or two before you are shown to your table. And plus, it’s a great opportunity to soak up the jaw dropping view of Surfers Paradise Beach. Floor to ceiling glass windows line the entire front of Hurricane’s Grill, making the most of the restaurant’s prime location. Inside, the fit-out has a cool industrial vibe with black steel pillars and lots of concrete and raw or exposed surfaces. Huge chandeliers made up of hundreds of bare hanging light bulbs fitted with LED lights are visible from outside, inviting curious passersby to come in. A sizeable wine cellar displays the hundreds of wine varieties in a stunning wall display; all are featured on the extensive wine list. With influences from North America, South Africa and Portugal, the Hurricane’s Grill menu reads like a carnivore’s dream. Ribs and steaks are the focus here, with a choice of beef, lamb or pork

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ribs and close to a dozen cuts of steak, which are all marinated in Hurricane’s famous basting sauce and cooked over an open flame grill. A variety of mouth-watering sauces including oven roasted garlic cream sauce, sautéed mushroom sauce, a sweet and tangy South African ‘Monkey Gland’ sauce, creamy peppercorn sauce, Spanish tomato salsa and Portugese peri-peri are available to complement your steak. Both the ribs and the steaks are served with your choice of chips or baked potato. For something just a little bit lighter than steak or ribs, there’s a huge range of burgers including a decadent cheese and bacon burger, and a number of house specialties such as traditional South African Boerewors sausages, lamb cutlets and the Hurricane’s meat skewer – 200 grams of flame grilled chicken, beef or lamb, served on a bed of rice with a garden salad and spicy peri-peri sauce. If red meat is not your choice of protein, you can still enjoy a good meal at Hurricane’s, as they also serve up a range of chicken and seafood dishes. The seafood platter is ideal for sharing between two or three people and the Portugese chicken, basted in Hurricane’s secret sauce is our choice of the poultry dishes. Vegetarians are also amply catered for. As well as the option of a scrumptious veggie burger, packed with homemade vegetable pattie, giant sautéed mushroom, grilled capsicum, haloumi cheese, salad and spicy aioli, there’s also the delicious sounding veggie platter. With a selection of broccoli, snow peas and green beans lightly steamed and coated in olive oil, sea salt and cracked pepper, haloumi cheese, giant sautéed mushroom and fresh salad, this is the kind of vegetarian meal more restaurants should be offering! Families are welcome at Hurricane’s, with plenty of high chairs and a junior’s menu ensuring the kids are looked after. Hurricane’s Grill Surfers Paradise is open from 12.00pm until 3.00pm for lunch and from 5.00pm until late for dinner. The bar and lounge

area is open for drinks and snacks from 12.00pm until close. They’ll also be open New Year’s Day if you’re looking for somewhere to refuel! To experience Hurricane’s for yourself, we recommend making a reservation, although walk-ins are welcome. You can book online at www.surfers.hurricanesgrill.com.au or by calling 07 5503 5500. Hurricane’s Grill Surfers Paradise 4-14 The Esplanade, Level 1, Soul Surfers Paradise 07 5503 5500 www.surfers.hurricanesgrill.com.au

Matt’s Picks Restaurant Manager, Matt Le Souder, shares his top picks at Hurricane’s Grill Surfers Paradise. Cocktail: Definitely the fashionable Hurricane Cocktail! Includes Bacardi 8, Amaretto, Bacardi 151, shaken with lime and passion fruit pulp, garnished with a Hibiscus Flower. Entrée: Please don’t make me choose between the garlic mushrooms and our daily fresh natural or kilpatrick oysters? Both are great for sharing! Main: Best of both worlds … Steak and rib combo! 200 gram free range sirloin and your choice of pork, beef or lamb ribs Vegetarian Option: No question the veggie platter is your best bet, filled with pure health! Dessert: Top it all off with our sticky date pudding drizzled with caramel sauce and finished with our highly flavoured vanilla ice cream.

Precinct Magazine / Surfers Paradise / Gold Coast

Food & Lifestyle

Get Your Groove Back With summer around the corner, it’s time to indulge in a pampering session that will get you glowing again – inside and out.

ancy a day spa treatment tailored exclusively to suit your needs? Welcome to spaQ, located within the Gold Coast’s QT Hotel. Their point of difference; they listen first, and then adapt your therapy session to exactly what you need. It could be a facial, massage, pedicure or body treatment - but it will be designed to cater to how you are feeling. We were invited to experience the spaQ menu, and fill you in on the yummy treatments available. Normally you choose your treatment well in advance when making a booking, however spaQ encourages you to simply book in your preferred time and ‘freshly pick’ from their indulgent menu on arrival, with the help of your therapist. If you are taken by something in particular, you can of course make a booking for a specific treatment in advance. Upon walking through the doors, you are welcomed with a friendly face and warm greeting. Seated on the lounge in the contemporary and cool reception area, we were introduced to our therapist; in this case the lovely Rebecca, who has recently won Best Therapist of the Year for 2013. A quick questionnaire and beautiful cup of tea, and you are ushered into the Relaxation Room, complete with soft reclining chairs and a view to

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kill! A word on the questionnaire – whether you are feeling tired, stressed, jet lagged or even in need of ‘getting your groove back’ – write it down and let the therapists work their magic! For our first time, it is understandably hard to make a selection; spaQ’s therapeutic menu reads like a detailed guide to heaven on earth! With treatments such as the Organic Coco Cream Wrap, which is a moisture rich treatment to nourish the whole body, to the Therapeutic Sea Salt Glow, a green tea and sea salt infused combo designed to leave your skin smooth and glowing, it's difficult to pick. The beauty of spaQ is that the concept of tailoring your day spa treatment specifically for you ensures that you get the absolute most out of your session. Once changed into a robe and slippers, your therapy session is discussed over a soft foot and lower leg scrub – encouraging you to instantly relax. Next up, we indulge in our recommended massage and facial, and are left feeling completely calm and rejuvenated. In moments between the different facial applications, scalp and hand massages will leave you on the verge of sleep – heaven! A word that tends to get overused when it comes to day spas is ‘glowing’, but that is exactly how your skin will look and feel after a spaQ facial! The products that are used, Uspa, smell divine and feel even better. You will catch scents of lemon, rose and orange throughout your treatment, deepening your relaxation.

spaQ is a holistic experience for the mind and body. From the facials to the body treatments, and the expert therapists who really listen to you, you are looked after from start to finish. There are plenty of packages to consider, some created especially for the Gold Coast girl or guy. ‘Goldie Signatures’ are a series of carefully concocted treatments that are the ultimate blissful experience; warm oil back massages, lash tints, aloe wraps and foot baths, all in one! Treat yourself this summer and indulge in a little extra skin and beauty care at spaQ – your body and mind will thank you for it. For bookings visit www.spa-q.com.au

HOT SUMMER OFFER spaQ’s exclusive Turn up the Heat offer gives you the opportunity to receive the day’s top temperature discounted* off your treatment, when the temperature soars above 25 degrees! So if it is 29 degrees outside, you get $29 off any spaQ treatment of one hour or more. Keep an eye on that thermometer! For bookings call spaQ on 07 5584 1101 and quote I’M HOT *Discount based on the day’s top temperature according to www.willyweather.com.au of temperatures of 25 degrees or more. Valid on new bookings only Monday to Thursday. Valid on treatments of one hour or more. Offer is subject to availability and must be mentioned upon booking to receive the discount. Not valid with any other offer or discount.

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