Stories from Gold Coast · Australia

A tanning salon owner on the Gold Coast reported nearly a dozen fraudulent chargebacks occurring over the last 18 months. Business owners face financial penalties from fines when a chargeback is lodged, according to payment expert Brad Kelly. The merchant is held responsible for the out-of-pocket costs during the dispute process. The victim described the experience as extremely difficult for small businesses.

Teague Wilton scored the opening try for the Sharks during a match at Ocean Protect Stadium. The score reached 4-0 following the play. The match is being played on a sunny afternoon.

Police in Southport charged Dr. Adib with three counts of rape, one count of sexual assault, and two counts of deprivation of liberty. The charges relate to an alleged sexual assault of a woman in her 30s that occurred in March at a Gold Coast residence.

Australian surfer Stephanie Gilmour-Sally has reached the second round of the Gold Coast Pro at Snapper Rocks. The 36-year-old eight-time world champion defeated Canadian teenager Aaron Brooks to secure the win. This marks Gilmour's first victory on the tour in 2026 following a two-year hiatus. The 38-year-old world champion secured her first-heat win on the World Surf League Tour in 2026 following a two-year hiatus. Other Australian women, Sally Fitzgibbons and Tyler Wright, also advanced to the second round. The South Australian government stated it is maintaining contact with live golf following news that the tour lost key funding. Saudi Arabia reportedly withdrew its backing overnight, leaving the tour searching for new funds.

Lawyers for Queensland surgeon Dr. Police allege the offenses occurred on the Gold Coast. The surgeon stated he is primarily concerned with the welfare of his family and patients during the coming weeks. The investigation into the alleged offenses is ongoing. Police charged 64-year-old surgeon Dr. Officers searched his Burleigh Heads unit and declared it a crime scene during an investigation. The charges relate to an alleged sexual assault of a woman in her 30s on March 30. Adib attended the Southport police station this afternoon. O'Deib was granted bail and has left the Southport police station. He is scheduled to appear at the Southport Magistrates Court. O'Deib has been in a relationship with former Queensland Premier Estasia Pallochet since 2021. Pallochet is not accused of any involvement or wrongdoing.