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It was a case of animal neglect which had even the most hardened vets and RSPCA officers in tears. But 12 months after Twist the horse was almost left for dead, she’s just weeks away from starting the next chapter of her life. The RSPCA would like to thank the Nerang Equine Veterinary Practice, the…

A controversial plan to shift nightclubs out of Surfers Paradise is gaining momentum. As police bunker down for a rumoured bikie battle, councillors are searching for a new party hub.

Ram raiders have struck again on the Gold Coast, this time a gang targeted an ATM at Upper Coomera. They used a stolen tow truck to smash into the machine, but left empty handed when alarms sent them running.

As if living on the Gold Coast wasn’t expensive enough, now the price of a bus ticket has gone up 15 per cent. Some locals fear they could lose their jobs, because they simply won’t be able to afford public transport.

The Opposition is calling for courts to get tougher on hoons who flout the law and endanger other drivers. It comes after one man, who allegedly drove at police, walked from the watch house.

Meanwhile revellers on the Gold and Tweed coasts headed outdoors to ring in the new year, despite the wet weather. Overall police were happy with behaviour.

Two Gold Coast community groups have been left thousands of dollars out of pocket after separate acts of vandalism. The Surfers Paradise Soccer Club has become a regular target, while a long awaited new home for the Miniature Train Club was gutted early this morning.

The 38-year-old Mermaid Waters man found murdered in his home on Christmas Eve, was today laid to rest in a moving Maori ceremony. Police are still hunting for Tony Williams’ killer.