Settled by Europeans in the 1840s, Currumbin Valley, with its rich, fertile soil has long been associated with food production. Its original use for logging and grazing was soon joined…
Burleigh Heads Farmers Markets, opened in June 2012, offer a different blend of produce and wares to other markets on the coast. There are fruit and vegetables for sale (like…
“Come down and taste what the Tweed has to offer.” The ten-day Taste Tweed festival challenges locals and tourists to experience the region. Event Manager Jayne Henry says that the…
There are lots of attractions that draw us to Ipswich. While many visit the city to enjoy rail or car racing events, our natural inclination is to visit the Top…
A recent trip to China convinced us that there’s plenty of Chinese food to discover besides the tiny slice we know. In this widely varying cuisine, some foods, such as…
The Gold Coast offers a wide variety of markets that are guaranteed to please. Gold Coast markets offer residents the chance to purchase food directly from farmers and producers, to…
As the dust settles on NightQuarter’s opening, it’s easy to see the entertainment precinct’s many benefits to the Gold Coast. Its concert calendar is a huge boost to local talent,…
Local residents may be tempted to overlook their local art and craft markets, but they really shouldn’t. In fact, they’re some of the most diverse markets on the coast, with…
We always love visiting the Gold Coast’s original boutique creative markets, The Village Markets, because there’s a surprise around every corner. On our last visit to TVM Burleigh there were…
Although completely shaded by canopies, it’s best to visit Helensvale Markets early during the summer months. Held on the basketball courts at Helensvale State High School, this market is nestled…
