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11th April 2025

AM Edition

Claims Coast cops short-staffed as officers pulled from the frontline

A plan to help clear the backlog of unattended police jobs has backfired on the Gold Coast with claims cops are calling in sick and leaving the city short-staffed. Find out why

Decorated soldier turned podcaster and security expert in Border Force blunder

A former soldier turned podcaster lied on his Border Force job application, then once employed caused unauthorised access to restricted material. Read what happened here.

18 brutal hours: Maniac detains, hogties, bashes, cuts, films, taunts woman

A young Gold Coast labourer detained a woman for 18 hours in her bedroom, during which he brutalised her in a series of degrading ways, before abducting her dog, a court has heard.

Kids on e-bikes ‘causing chaos’ at Gold Coast Anzac memorial

A Gold Coast cenotaph has been targeted by “disrespectful” children on e-bikes who have damaged the important site less than three weeks out from Anzac Day.

Diamonds, jewels, VIP rooms: First look at new luxury Gold Coast store

A giant showroom dripping with diamonds, jewels, VIP rooms and a jeweller’s workshop is set to open in Pacific Fair.

Disgraced surf coach’s stunning admission amid new charges shock

Fresh accusations have been levelled at a Sunshine Coast surfer prior to him officially admitting to 29 charges which include allegations of indecent treatment and grooming.

‘He lost everything’: Stolen dream car ends in agonising tragedy

When Ryan McGrath’s father died he purchased his dream car in his memory but when it was heartlessly stolen, his struggles all became too much.

Petrolheads lose it over wild EV clip

Extreme footage of a Chinese EV ute being pushed to the limit in the Aussie bush has divided the four-wheel-drive community.

William, Kate face ‘real dilemma’ over George’s future

Prince William and Princess Catherine are reportedly at odds over a major decision surrounding Prince George as father and son enjoyed a night at the soccer. Watch the video.