Surf World Gold Coast - The Alley Fish Fry

Surf World Gold Coast is hosting The Alley Fish Fry Night on Saturday 5th March, from 6.30 PM and the

Currumbin Alley - The Alley Fish Fry - on Sunday 6th March.

This is great opportunity to meet other people interested in the Fish surfboard and other alternate boards that have spawned from the innovative shapers of our surf community. It is also a chance to hear from some very talented individuals who build them.

The Fish shape has led to a wider interest in alternate shapes from the past, such as the Simmons, finless boards and other planing hulls. Rich Pavel, Jordan Nobel and Ryan Lovelace will give a brief overview of their various backgrounds and experiences with shaping these boards. This will be followed by an open question and answer forum with the guys. Just a sample of the talented shaper you're likely to meet at the Fish Fry in the park at Currumbin Alley the next day.

Gold Coast Hosts Biggst Surfing Events

The surfing world will converge on the Gold Coast from 26 February to 9 March as two of the biggest surfing events kick start the 2011 ASP Men’s and Women’s World Tours.

The 2011 Quiksilver Pro presented by Land Rover will feature the world’s top male surfers including the likes of reigning and ten-time x World Champion Kelly Slater (USA), two-time World Champion Mick Fanning (AUS) and hometown hero Joel Parkinson (AUS).

The Gold Coast’s most southern break of Snapper Rocks will also be host to the women’s Roxy Pro presented by Land Rover and brings together the world’s top female surfers including the reigning and four-time World Champion Stephanie Gilmore (AUS) and world number two Sally Fitzgibbons (AUS).

Best Kept Secrets

Known for its laid-back lifestyle, excellent swimming and surfing conditions, the Southern Gold Coast boasts many of the area's best-kept secrets.

This more tranquil environment has attracted Australians for many years, and now its charms attract an increasing number of international visitors.
These beaches offer the perfect place to enjoy some of life’s great, but simple pleasures. Relax on a blanket with fresh cooked fish and chips from one of the many local shops and enjoy the lights from Surfers Paradise in the distance as the sun sets slowly over the mountains of the hinterland.

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Find your secret spots here:
Burleigh Heads
Coolangatta
Currumbin
Kirra
Mermaid Beach
Miami

Shop in Style

Marina Mirage is Queensland's finest waterfront shopping and dining resort.
Marina Mirage is situated on the Gold Coast, directly opposite the five star Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa and is adjacent to the world's first Palazzo Versace Hotel.
Marina Mirage offers award winning restaurants, designer boutiques filled with the world's top fashion labels, and speciality stores overflowing with elegant homewares, gifts and exceptional artwork.

With its spectacular waterfront location overlooking the beautiful Broadwater, Marina Mirage is one destination you cannot miss. One of the stores not to miss is Upper Deck Sportswear which has something hot for the guys: a new range of beach shorts called “The Rocks Push.” Designed for the Australian lifestyle, the shorts can take you from a day at the beach to sunset drinks on the Marina Mirage Broadwater.

In Two Weeks: CHOCS AWAY SWEETIE

Resistance is useless, give in to your inner sweet tooth desires with a cooking demonstration by one of the world’s finest chocolatiers and Director of Savour Chocolate School, Kirsten Tibballs. Learn the sacred secrets of how to create delectable chocolate, divine nougat and delicious macaron treats. Sponsored by Callebaut Belgian Chocolate, this deliciousness comes with an exclusive cooking demonstration and appetising two course lunch all washed down with a lovely glass of wine in the exclusive Vanitas Restaurant at Palazzo Versace.

Two classes only on the 28 February and 1 March 2011. Day one is filled with chocolate creations and nougat delights. Day two will cover meticulous macarons and joyful jellies.

Time: 9.30am until 1.30pm
Ticket: $90 per person per class
Bookings: 07 5509 8000

Dubmarine Stars at 2011 Good Vibrations Festival at Parklands

Australia’s high-powered, high energy, dub and dancehall sub bass vessel, “Dubmarine,” are prepping the ship, and plotting a course for 2011 which is already shaping up to be huge, following the launch of their debut LP “Depth of Sound” to rave reviews.

Dubmarine features 9 musicians and is lead by the vocal gymnastics of indigenous Australian superstar, Darumbal man D-Kazman.

For more information, check out the festival news site.