Surfers Paradise New Year’s Eve will deliver Queensland’s biggest fireworks display and New Year’s Eve celebrations with fireworks set to go off from Q1 at the stroke of midnight. With a Spectacular theme, gourmet canapes and beverages, live DJs and acrobatic performers, this will be one New Year’s celebration that you don’t want to miss. See www.surfersparadise.com
Staunch Energy Drink National Finals Rodeo will be complemented by Aussie rock legend Jimmy Barnes this year when this unique double act hits the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre from January 8-11.
Cowboys young and old will be fighting for the prestigious right to secure a National Finals Rodeo winner’s belt in traditional events, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bareback Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling and Ladies Barrel Racing. See www.nfrgoldcoast.com.au
Conrad Jupiters Magic Millions yearling sales, carnival and race day will be held January 1-19 and now in its 22nd year will again offer the glitz and glamour of countless functions and activities while saluting the development of Australia’s lucrative thoroughbred breeding and racing
program. See www.magicmillions.com.au
XXXX Gold Beach Cricket will be held on three successive weekends starting January 10/11, the XXXX Gold Cricket Tri-Nations Series will see some of the greatest players in the world to have played the game, hitting the golden sands of Coolangatta Beach for another entertaining and
competitive tournament. This year the series will be contested by hosts Australia, South Africa and New Zealand in the eight-a-side limited overs contest. See www.xxxxgoldbeachcricket.com.au
GOLD COAST ACCOMMODATION
Ruffles Lodge and Spa has introduced its own signature spa, featuring three individual treatment rooms including a double room with outdoor courtyard, plus luxurious stone bath for couples. See www.ruffleslodge.com.au
Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat has released ten all new specialised programs designed to restore energy and provide solutions for hectic lifestyles. Programs include Sleep Discovery, Chill Out Weekend, Organic Living Weekend, Feast of Nutrition and Health Discovery. See www.gwinganna.com
CLV Smart Stays has launched on the Gold Coast offering individuals and families looking for the ideal value for money accommodation starting from just $55 per night. See www.clvsmartstays.com
Sea World Resort guests will now be able to enjoy free, unlimited use of the expansive 1.6 hectare Water Park featuring two lagoon style pools, two full sized flumes, a mammoth plunge and a kid’s water zone. See www.seaworldresort.myfun.com.au
Watermark Resort now boasts a new level of 5-star sumptuously appointed accommodation distinctly contemporary by design, whilst inspired by the cool, casual persona of the Gold Coast. Great summer holiday deals such as the new five star Club Watermark guest room with buffet breakfast in Waves Restaurant from $93 per person, per night, twin share, save $73 per night. See www.hotelwatermark.com.au
