Category: Council Related

  • The Removal of iconic Pandanus Trees

    The Removal of iconic Pandanus Trees

    Recently, the picturesque stretch of the Gold Coast Highway witnessed the unfortunate destruction and removal of 24 Pandanus trees. This decision has left a significant void in the landscape, evoking strong reactions from the local community. The Tugun Progress Association (TPA) reached out to both the local council and the Department of Transport and Main…

  • Beach Bar Boycott – Let’s keep beaches public

    Beach Bar Boycott – Let’s keep beaches public

    Please, before the Council Consultation about bar and eatery commercial premises on the beach at Kurrawa, Broadbeach, Gold Coast closes on July 4, let the GCC Council know that you do not want commerce, eateries, liquor sales, and private profit infrastructure on our beaches. The TPA strongly believes that Gold Coast beaches should remain public…

  • 2024 Council Elections

    2024 Council Elections

    The Tugun Progress Association in conjunction with Friends of Currumbin last night hosted a Meet the Candidates Night at the Tom Atkin Hall in Tugun. In keeping with tradition of keeping our local community informed on important issues Division 14 and Mayoral Candidates presented to the audience why they should be elected. Questions from the…