Where the Women Come to Play Golf

The ANZ RACV Ladies Masters will be played at the RACV Royal Pines Resort between 10-13 February, under the co-sanctioning of Australian Ladies Professional Golf and the Ladies European Tour. 

See seven times champion Karrie Webb take on a stellar field of world stars.  She's a hometown hero who can still surprise us with miracle shots on the 18th (like the Eagle celebration at a recent tournament).

For more information, check out the official website.

Keep up with the buzzing local scene catering to gay and lesbian travellers on our social media sites and share them with locals and visitors.

Download Guide:  Gay & Lesbian Destination Guide to Australia's Gold Coast

SkyPoint Observation Deck - 360* Unlimited Locals Pass $29

SkyPoint Observation Deck offers you unlimited entry for 12 months to experience the spectacular 360* views of the Gold Coast plus many other benefits as well for only $29. You can sit back, relax and enjoy the view whilst grabbing a bite to eat from our licensed Cafe & Bar.  (Formerly called Q1 as Queensland's tallest building.)

The iconic SkyPoint Observation Deck is located in the heart of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. Rising 235m into the sky, SkyPoint takes you to the highest point above the Gold Coast and provides stunning panoramic views from the surf to the hinterland and beyond.

Your journey begins with an inside look at the construction of this landmark development before boarding one of the world's fastest express lifts which transports you from ground to Level 77 in less than 43 seconds. Once at the top you'll be amazed by spectacular views which reach, on a clear day from Brisbane to Byron Bay.

You can relax and marvel at the glittering Gold Coast skyline at the fully licensed bar located on Level 77 and enjoy coffee and cake during the day or indulge in a cheese platter and cocktails at sunset.

SkyPoint is a must see Gold Coast attraction.  With your locals' pass, you can take your next set of out-of-towners up for a look up the coast.  It's also a nice change of scene for date nights or happy hour drinks with friends and co-workers.  


Join Your Coast and get vouchers like this SkyPoint deal every month.  

Are you a big kid? Talk to Paradise Jet Boating this month

To welcome the newest addition to its fleet, Paradise 3 - the safest and most advanced jet boat in the world – Paradise Jetboating has a special offer for locals this month.

Experience the ultimate dose of extreme adrenaline packed adventure - including extreme 360* spins, awesome wake surfing, high speed drifting and incredible `Beach Buzzing' - on the 55 minute Broadwater Adventure.

Get the voucher here and let the kid inside you come out.

Foodies Beat a Path to Hinterland's Songbirds Restaurant and Retreat

While most Gold Coast holidaymakers find seventh heaven with surf and sand, others are drawn to the green behind the gold.

The Gold Coast Hinterland is draped like a crushed velvet backdrop to the high-rises, theme parks, and glitz of the coastal strip. You won't find bikin'd meter maids or shopping arcades in the 'green behind the gold', but you'll gain a new appreciation of the region's hidden charms.

In the heart of the Hinterland's Mount Tambourine National Park, is the acclaimed Songbirds Retreat. Once a run-down tearooms struggling to pay its way, Bonnie Rodwell had the vision in 2004 to transform the 51-acre rainforest property into a unique hideaway of gourmet restaurant, luxury villas and spa. Within 18 months, she'd beaten 500 other restaurants to win Queensland's Best Restaurant – the first time the Gold Coast had taken top honours from Noosa and Brisbane's established restaurants.

Foodies beat a path to her door while stressed city-dwellers book in for a few days of massage, pampering and battery recharging.

Despite its popularity, Songbirds remains a haven of tranquility. Kookaburras and colourful parrots gather at feeding trays around the open air restaurant. human visitors are also encouraged – lunchtime guests are invited to explore the retreat's walking trails and lush organic gardens before plunging back into the coastal throng.

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Events Galore Around Gold Coast for Locals and Visitors Alike

The Gold Coast is famous for its spectacular, year-round event calendar - from sports to festivals to performing arts. The Your Coast list of events with special vouchers should be bookmarked, too. For example, it has details on the real party on BMW Magic Millions day.  You can buy your tickets here for the Party in the Paddock on 15 January - from $45 per person.


With a little online  research, you can find a gay and lesbian calendar of local events. For example, the social group called Gold Coast Rainbow Alliance has plenty on offer for locals - and visitors can join in. Like kayaking at Tweed on 6 Feb.