Surf spirit – Rising Above Plastics

Posted on August 19, 2011 by

Burleigh Heads accommodationFor Adam Feichtmann, Pastor at the Christ Church in Currumbin and keen surfer, saving our beautiful Gold Coast from plastics is a no-brainer.  And Burleigh is set to be the test precinct for the Rise Above Plastics campaign, selected for its environmentally friendly, close-knit and community-minded population.

“I was born and raised in southern California near Huntington Beach, which is known as surf city USA,” says Adam.  “I grew up constantly surrounded by the surf, my dad surfed, I surfed and eventually worked as a lifeguard in Hawaii for a year.  As long as I can remember I’ve been by the beach.”

Adam came to Australia with his wife in 2008 and is employed as a pastor at the Christ Church.  He has been an active and enthusiastic member of the Surfrider Foundation for years. Continue reading →

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Spice trail…

Posted on July 25, 2011 by

According to Shammi, owner and manager of Burleigh’s much-loved restaurant, Zullaz, there is a misconception about spice.

“Spice is not hot, it is just warming,” says Shammi.  “Chili is hot, so if you look at our menu which incorporates spice it has different tastes to suit every single taste bud.  For example our Polynesian fish is absolutely not hot but has an exquisite flavour.”

Zullaz, within walking distance of all Burleigh Heads accommodation, is well known on the Gold Coast as a colourful, original restaurant serving exotic cuisine in which every individual ingredient can be tasted in dishes cooked to gourmet perfection. Continue reading →

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A very friendly ‘Hello’

Posted on July 4, 2011 by

James Street, Burleigh Heads, has always been a favourite shopping and café precinct for locals and tourists wandering over from their Burleigh Heads accommodation.

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Yet, tucked away in nooks and crannies, also close to all Burleigh accommodation, are some secret pockets well worth a peek.  In one such pocket, close to the trendiest cafes in Burleigh, is the high fashion, vintage paradise of Hello Friend run by the exceptionally friendly Kimberley.

Dressed to perfection on a cool winter’s day, Kimberley took time out to chat to Burleigh Tourism about what makes her shop so special and unique. Continue reading →

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A pre-determined path

Posted on May 24, 2011 by

Local artist ‘jumps on’ rabbit art space

2011 Prometheus Visual Arts Award finalist, Dan Mason, decided early on to be part of the exciting new Gold Coast art space, Rabbit & Cocoon.

“When I heard about this new art development I wanted to be in at its inception.  I said, ‘if you give me one of those spaces I’d get that Rabbit & Coccoon picture tattooed on me or something!  Just give me a space!’

“All the big cities have lots of these kind of spaces but the Gold Coast has never had one before. I’ve been working in and out of my garage for so many years, joining this community feels like part of my journey.” Continue reading →

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Kiwi Comfort at Burleigh Heads

Posted on May 19, 2011 by

If you’re wondering where to go this winter, then beautiful Burleigh Heads offers whale watching, beach walks, great golf, excellent cafes and a warm, wonderful Kiwi welcome at Solnamara Beachfront Apartments.

Kerry and Lyn are well known for their friendly approach and cheeky Kiwi humour.

Burleigh Tourism, specialising in Burleigh Heads accommodation, caught up with the pair for a friendly chat on what to do in the cooler months and exactly why they chose Burleigh Heads as their new home. Continue reading →

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Blues Burleigh style

Posted on April 29, 2011 by

Meet Andrew Baxter

Burleigh Heads lawyer and blues musician, Andrew Baxter, can’t imagine living anywhere else.

He talked to Burleigh Tourism about his love of Burleigh and passion for the blues.

“I’ve lived here most of my life and I don’t believe it could get much better than this.  Yes, I could probably earn more in the bigger cities, but then I’d spend more time at work and commuting,” says Andrew.

“I’d have less time with my family and definitely wouldn’t be able to have music as a hobby as well.  Living in Burleigh offers a great balance between work and lifestyle.” Continue reading →

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Meet Burleigh Tourism’s favourite Facebook fan!

Posted on April 19, 2011 by

From tree change to sea change, chasing warmer climes

Michael and Denise, managers of Wyuna Beachfront Holiday Apartments on the Esplanade at Burleigh Heads, were originally country folk from Victoria.

“We’re both from country Victoria and I owned a supermarket there for about 10 years, but it was really for personal reasons, wanting to escape those chilly winters, that we came north,” says Michael.

“I’d been coming to the Gold Coast since I was 2 years old because my dad was in the army and there were some army holiday flats near Coolangatta Airport.  We came up twice a year and always holidayed next to the water, so coming here was a logical choice.” Continue reading →

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