What's On in the Gold Coast

Coolangatta Gold (1-2 November, 2014)

A 42.7 kilometre test of endurance comprising a 22.5km surf ski leg from Coolangatta to Surfers Paradise and back down to Broadbeach, followed by a beach run of 2.3km from Broadbeach to Nobby's Beach; a 2km surf swim from Nobby's Beach to Miami; a 2km beach run from Miami to Burleigh and a 5.3km board race from Burleigh to Currumbin Creek, before the final gruelling 8.6km beach run from Currumbin Creek to Coolangatta.
www.sls.com.au/coolangattagold

'Gunnas' Writing Masterclass with Catherine Deveny (7-8 November, 2014)

A masterclass opportunity awaits for all those “Gunna Be” writers with author and comedian, Catherine Deveny, at La Costa Motel near Bilinga Beach on 7 and 8 November. Catherine Deveny is well known for her work as a columnist with The Age newspaper, as a Melbourne International Comedy Festival favourite and as an ABC regular. See her join forces with La Costa Motel to deliver two Masterclasses on Friday 7 and Saturday 8 November at $250 per person. Catherine Deveny's Masterclass is suited to writers of all kind from creative writings, blogs, memoirs or stand-up.
www.lacostamotel.com.au

NAB AFL Draft on the Gold Coast (27 November, 2014)

The NAB AFL Draft is back on the Gold Coast. It's a massive event where Australia's best young players are selected by AFL clubs to start their playing careers. Queenslanders have a rich history of being drafted into the AFL like Nick Riewoldt from St Kilda, David Hale from Hawthorn and Daniel Merrett from the Brisbane Lions. You too can witness the next round of superstars get drafted at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Broadbeach. The 2014 NAB AFL Draft on the Gold Coast is proudly supported by NAB and Tourism and Events Queensland.
www.aflq.com.au

Jeep Magic Millions Carnival and Raceday (January 2015)

The Gold Coast provides the perfect environment for Australia's Greatest Summer Racing Carnival – the 2015 Jeep Magic Millions Carnival and Race Day. Experience the thrill and excitement, at any of the week-long events and activities held at a variety of locations around the Gold Coast. Combining horse sales, racing and fun, come and share the magic and have the time of your life.

www.magicmillions.com.au