2025When it comes to Italian on the Gold Coast there’s one name that is synonymous with authenticity – Gemelli the Gemelli family certainly has a proven formula for success in the hospitality game the group – headed by twins Alec and James alongside older brother Paul – have opened a brand-new casual Italian concept on Pappas Way and here’s everything you need to know … Papa Rolly’s is a bricks-and-mortar nod to the food truck that rolled through the streets of the Gold Coast back in 2016 Named after the Gemelli brother’s late grandfather their latest venture seeks to build upon the legacy of convivial dining with a brand-new Italian concept that is family friendly and fun Spurred by the success of Roy’s by Gemelli in Sorrento the team jumped at the opportunity to stray further from the usual dining hotspots this time bringing the authentic Italian Gemelli is known for to Carrara embraces the concept of approachable dining where comfort food meets artisanal craftsmanship – think of it as a modern take on the classic red-and-white-checkered tablecloth vibe The space radiates warmth and a welcoming atmosphere making it the ideal spot for families to grab a bite groups and anyone craving authentic Italian fare without the formalities of fine dining with classic Italian cocktails including limoncello spritz sitting pretty next to negronis the house wine – in Rosso red or Bianco white – is available by the glass Perhaps the most unexpected and delightful twist is that Papa Rolly’s is also BYO wine Papa Rolly’s echos a familiar palette of raw exposed brick and concrete elements found in other Gemelli locations Though there is seating for 85 scattered inside and out Although it’s early days, the Carrara community has been quick to embrace the neighbourhood newcomer with bookings in hot demand. If you’re keen to nab a table, head to The Directory for the details. InDaily Queensland acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live, the Turrbal, Yuggera, Yugambeh and Kombumerri people, and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. It’s a known fact that every stadium improves by 100% when it has an athletics track in it currently undergoing a massive transformation to become the centrepiece venue for the track and field at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games as well as the 2018 Australian Athletics Championships & Nomination Trials as evidence of that Carrara Stadium (known commercially as Metricon Stadium) is primarily used as the Gold Coast Suns' AFL home ground during the year but since September the ground has seen the turf removed and work begin on the IAAF certified track as well as the stands to increase the spectator capacity to 35,000 The temporary northern stand that has been constructed can hold 9,500 With the track line marking almost complete the stadium is expected to be finished on schedule in time for its first big test where Australia’s best track and field talent will fight for glory and a place on the Australian team at the 2018 Australian Athletics Championships & Nomination Trials from 15-18 February 2018 The time lapse below shows the extent of the transformation between mid-October to the end of November the track will be cut up and sent around Queensland to be used by schools for long-jump run-ups “Children will be able to run, jump and follow in the steps of their elite sporting heroes, including our own Sally Pearson,” Commonwealth Games Minister Kate Jones told the Gold Coast Bulletin “This is an exciting time in the Games' journey with this key venue evolving from an AFL field to a spectacular stadium where the eyes of the world will be focused for the Opening Ceremony on 4 April 2018.” See below shots of the stadium before the construction and during the transformation the stadium will also host the Games’ opening and closing ceremonies Just recently GOLDOC declared Opening Ceremony tickets have sold out GC2018 athletics tickets are still available, with seats to sessions that include the men’s 100m, 400m and long jump finals, as well as the women’s 400m, 1500m and javelin throw finals among many other events. Click here for tickets. We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. A 46-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with murder after a 10-year-old girl was found dead at her home in a tight-knit Gold Coast community on Tuesday night. Emergency services were called to a residential unit complex on Central Place at Carrara, just inland from Surfers Paradise, about 6pm. The girl, Sophie Wang, was located unresponsive in a unit, reportedly by one of her parents, and declared dead at the scene. Gold Coast schoolgirl Sophie Wang, 10, was found dead in her home at Carrara. A 46-year-old woman has been charged with her murder. Following investigations, Gold Coast detectives located and arrested a 46-year-old Carrara woman at a nearby street about 10.25pm. She was charged with murder and was due to appear before Southport Magistrates Court on Wednesday morning. Police said the woman knew Wang but wouldn’t confirm the relationship between the pair. Inspector Lou Serafim earlier said a male relative called triple zero about 6pm on Tuesday after finding the girl. There were unconfirmed reports Wang, a student at nearby Emmanuel College, had suffered stab wounds to her neck. In a statement, the college said the school community was “devastated by the tragic passing of one of our students at a home within Emerald Lakes last night”. “Our prayers are with the family, friends, first responders and all affected by the loss of this beloved child in her home,” the college said. Police are seen at a crime scene in Carrara on the Gold Coast.Credit: AAPIMAGE “Our priority is supporting our community at this difficult time. We have mobilised our counselling and pastoral care teams to provide comprehensive support to students, staff and parents as our community comes to terms with this distressing news.” Police said the woman knew Wang but wouldn\\u2019t confirm the relationship between the pair. In a statement, the college said the school community was \\u201Cdevastated by the tragic passing of one of our students at a home within Emerald Lakes last night\\u201D. \\u201COur prayers are with the family, friends, first responders and all affected by the loss of this beloved child in her home,\\u201D the college said. \\u201COur priority is supporting our community at this difficult time. We have mobilised our counselling and pastoral care teams to provide comprehensive support to students, staff and parents as our community comes to terms with this distressing news.\\u201D A candlelight ceremony of remembrance will be held to honour the 10-year-old Cararra girl’s life on Friday The Gold Coast community will hold a candlelight vigil for slain schoolgirl Sophie Wang as friends and colleagues rally around her academic father Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Dr Yun Wang, a respected associate professor of chemistry at Griffith University’s Gold Coast campus, is being offered support by the university. Police said he called for help after returning to his Carrara home and discovering a scene described by experienced detectives as “one of the most confronting” they had ever seen. Sophie’s mother, Yingying Xu, was arrested nearby about four hours later and has been charged with her murder. Xu did not appear in Southport magistrates court on Wednesday when her charges were mentioned and she was formally remanded. Read moreWang’s professional profile says he arrived on the Gold Coast in 2018 He obtained his doctorate from Fudan University in Shanghai in 2002 and later worked at the University of Texas and the University of Sydney 1:34Mother charged with 10-year-old girl's murder; police describe 'confronting scenes' – videoProperty records show that Wang and Xu bought the townhouse in the upmarket Emerald Lakes area of Carrara and that they were involved in the community’s strata association Sign up to Afternoon Update: Election 2025 Free daily newsletterOur Australian afternoon update breaks down the key election campaign stories of the day telling you what’s happening and why it matters A candlelight vigil for Sophie has been organised at Emerald Lakes on Friday at 4pm The weekly Thursday night markets at Emerald Lakes will also hold a minute’s silence Members of the local community say they are in shock released a statement saying the incident would “profoundly impact our school community” “Our prayers go out to the family and friends of the child and we extend our deepest condolences to all those affected by this tragedy.” Tickets will go on sale tomorrow for the clash proudly supported by Suncorp and Experience Gold Coast which will be held at the Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre in Carrara on Friday This marks the fourth edition of the Suncorp Spirit Cup with previous matchups thrilling sold-out crowds in Mackay Lightning currently hold the cup after a win in Townsville earlier this year but the Firebirds are determined to reclaim Queensland bragging rights in front of a passionate Gold Coast crowd Queensland Firebirds mid-court star and Gold Coast local Hulita Veve emphasized the importance of the Spirit Cup in the team’s preparation for the upcoming season “The Suncorp Spirit Cup is a key part of our pre-season as it allows us to test our skills against top opposition in the Lightning,” Veve said “I know all of us are excited to showcase what we’ve been working on under new Head Coach Kiri Wills as well as seeing new faces Imogen Allison Mary Cholhok and Ash Barnett representing the Firebirds on court “Playing on the Gold Coast in front of friends and local fans is going to be an incredible experience and I can’t wait to see the Purple Family out in force.” This thrilling rivalry match is made possible through the generous support of Suncorp and Experience Gold Coast underscoring their commitment to promoting elite netball in Queensland and creating opportunities for local fans to experience live said she can’t wait to return to her hometown for the Spirit Cup “We always love coming up against the Firebirds and the Spirit Cup is a great opportunity for us to play some quality netball in preparation for the 2025 season,” she said “The Gold Coast was my home until I moved to the Sunshine Coast in 2022 so it’s pretty special to have the opportunity to play there again in the place where it all started for me “I’m looking forward to putting on a show for netball fans on the Gold Coast and can’t wait to meet and connect with our Lightning Members and fans as well.” Suncorp Chief Executive - Consumer Insurance Lisa Harrison said Suncorp is proud to be partnering with both the Queensland Firebirds and Sunshine Coast Lightning to bring exciting live netball action to the Gold Coast "We’re thrilled to support these talented teams and help bring world-class netball to Queensland ahead of the Suncorp Super Netball season," Ms Harrison said "The Suncorp Spirit Cup is a testament to our dedication to growing the sport of netball and strengthening our connection with the local community." Gold Coast Acting Mayor Donna Gates said hosting the Suncorp Spirit Cup was a natural fit for the city "We are thrilled to see the Queensland Firebirds and the Sunshine Coast Lightning go head-to-head on the Gold Coast showcasing the best of Queensland netball in this exciting pre-season derby," Cr Gates said "As a city that embraces sport and community spirit these incredible athletes will inspire fans and future stars of the game This event reinforces the Gold Coast’s reputation as a premier destination for world-class sporting events." Tickets for the event are expected to sell quickly as fans flock to see their favourite players in action so don’t delay and buy yours from 10am AEST on Thursday, November 28 via Ticketek The 2025 Suncorp Spirit Cup will feature the same intensity and format as a regular Suncorp Super Netball game with four 15-minute quarters and the inclusion of the Suncorp Super Shot ensuring an unforgettable experience for all netball fans A schoolgirl who was allegedly killed after her throat was slashed has been identified The girl's father is believed to have found the 10-year-old at their home in Emerald Lakes, in Carrara, on the Gold Coast He called triple-zero but paramedics were unable to save her. Sophie's 46-year-old mother, Yingying Xu, was arrested just before 10.30pm and charged with murder The schoolgirl has since been identified as Sophie Wang - a Year 5 student at Emmanuel College 'At this point in time we are treating the death of the 10-year-old girl as suspicious, and investigations are currently under way in relation to the demise of the girl,' Queensland Police Inspector Lou Serafim said before the arrest was made public 'The triple-0 call was made by a relative who was at the incident scene when they located the 10-year-old girl 'He is a relative and he is being very cooperative and is assisting police with the investigation.' Emmanuel College Principal Dan Brown penned a school community letter on Wednesday morning to share his condolences 'It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of a tragic incident that occurred in a home within Emerald Lakes last night resulting in the passing of one of our beloved students,' the letter said 'We are devastated by this incident and know it will profoundly impact our school community 'Our prayers go out to the family and friends of the child and we extend our deepest condolences to all those affected by this tragedy.' Counselling and grief support services have been provided to students 'Our priority is the wellbeing of our students and staff and we will do everything possible to help our community over the coming days,' Mr Brown said 'Please be assured we are here for all in our community – students staff and parents – and these support services are available to anyone in need 'While words cannot ease the shock and pain of such a tragic loss please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.' The college said in a statement: 'Our priority is supporting our community at this difficult time 'We have mobilised our counselling and pastoral care teams to provide comprehensive support to students staff and parents as our community comes to terms with this distressing news 'We ask for understanding and respect for the privacy of our families and students at this time.' where fees cost up to $13,000 for year 10-12 pupils counts recent Olympic gold medalist swimmer Cameron McEvoy as one of its former pupils with the head of athletic performance David Reid recently attending the Paris games as Australia's relay coach Insp Serafim said police officers and paramedics had walked into a 'quite traumatic' scene 'These officers and the paramedics are receiving internal counselling in relation to the incident that they were exposed to,' she said Several ambulances were seen outside the home on Tuesday evening as police blocked off the street Forensics officers were seen entering the home and a gazebo has been set up outside the front The 46-year-old woman is due to face Southport Magistrates Court on Wednesday morning Major terror attack 'was just HOURS away' before it was foiled by the special forces and police:.. 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This is probably not the page you’re looking for A 46-year-old woman has been arrested overnight and charged with murder after a ten-year-old girl was discovered dead with her throat slashed in a Queensland home on Tuesday night A 46-year-old woman has been charged with murder after she was taken into custody overnight when a ten-year-old girl was found dead with her throat slashed at a Carrara Police attended the home on Queensland's Gold Coast just after 6pm on Tuesday Paramedics desperately tried to save the girl but she was declared dead at the scene It is understood the ten-year-old's father had located her and called emergency services Police tracked down the 46-year-old woman around 10.25pm on Tuesday and she was taken into custody before being charged with murder early Wednesday morning Authorities confirmed the woman is known to the child Speaking at a media conference on Tuesday night Queensland Police Inspector Lou Serafim described the scene as “traumatic” "These officers and the paramedics are receiving internal counselling in relation to the incident that they were exposed to," Inspector Serafim said “At this point in time we are treating the death of the 10-year-old girl as suspicious and investigations are currently underway in relation to the demise of the girl “The triple-0 call was made by a relative who was at the incident scene when they located the 10-year-old girl.” Inspector Serafim said the male relative was being "very cooperative" and assisting police with the investigation The 46-year-old woman is due to appear before Southport Magistrates Court on Wednesday morning Police are investigating after a young girl was found dead on the Gold Coast with her throat slashed Police have described the scene where a 10-year-old girl was found dead on the Gold Coast with her throat slashed as "traumatic" Emergency services were called to a home at Emerald Lakes Carrara just after 6pm on Tuesday where they found the child It is understood one of the girl’s parents made the discovery A crime scene has been declared with the street blocked off by police An ambulance remained parked in front of the property with a gazebo erected beside it shortly before 8pm Forensics officers wearing blue suits were seen entering the home She said the death was being treated as suspicious and investigations were ongoing “The triple zero call was made by a relative who was at the incident scene when they located the 10-year-old girl,” she said “The unit complex where the 10-year-old girl was located was her place of residence “We’ve had nothing but cooperation with the people here and also the residents of the unit complex.” She said officers and paramedics were receiving counselling as a result of the nature of the incident.  A resident described her shock at the incident “I can’t believe it," she told the Courier Mail WordsLaura Carrara-CagniPhotoPortrait, Agnese Sanvito After moving around with my (separated) family – London Florence – I relanded in Genoa as a teenager and stayed until my late twenties It is a provincial but important port town with a history of accommodating newcomers That warmth and robustness mixed with a distinct roughness about the edges is what I find intriguing I find a place interesting when you see potential get irritated by things that can be better and admire those that are already beautiful you feel your work is done when every space is at its best but in Genoa there will always be something to work on one of the largest historic centres in Europe is where you get lost in little lanes sometimes so narrow you can stretch your arms and touch both sides Explore it on foot and be surprised by its constantly changing nature from generations of Genoese to a variety of ethnic communities Hidden within the old town are amazing domesticscale squares surrounded by beautiful palazzi with glimpses of exquisite frescoes visible through the imposing windows Much still needs to be restored and upgraded are difficult to use due to the lack of daylight but more and more people are moving into the bustling centro storico where slate articulated roofscapes offer jaw-dropping sea views When you exit the historic centre you find yourself in a regimented 19th century new town with wider streets that are lined with ornate buildings This is where everyone gets confused on styles the 1930s produced the grand neoclassical fascist buildings lining the sides of the covered section of the Bisagno river came up with the idea of covering the river) Constructed in harsh stone these neoclassical buildings have grand Imperial proportions to assert the power and toughness of the regime They would be very hard to bring back to a comfortable human scale But there are also beautiful 1930s rationalist buildings with human proportions and naval references including round volumes and large terraces My favourite is the former Mercato del Pesce Although badly reshaped by the construction of the elevated road it is still charming and I am proud that I managed to get it listed back in the 90s Of course everyone knows that Cristoforo Colombo was Genoese although the Spanish are still disputing this the elevated road construction cut off the old city from the seafront – the working port But the elevated road provides spectacular views for those entering the city from the motorway are hidden and take years to discover; churches It was years after I moved to Genoa that I discovered blue jeans were invented here The town centre features the colonnade garden of his home I’ve noticed that Genoese people are very reticent to move away – even when work prospects are not brilliant as they are not ready to renounce the quality of life here and the swim season starts in late April and ends in early October while vitamin D harvesting is really all year round it is a very popular place for an evening stroll for people of all ages At the end of the promenade is Corso Italia providing some very sought after real estate Most local people though are mountaineers rather than sailors Rambling from one fort to the next on the hills crowning the town is a popular pastime I wasn’t truly a newcomer as my family is Ligurian the rest of my family stayed at our extended family home in Quarto dei Mille from where Garibaldi left by sea with 1000 soldiers to unify Italy in 1860 I left in my twenties because I had broader horizons but as time passes I enjoy returning over and over again to discover its secrets © Built Environment and Architecture Media Ltd 2025 We use cookies and other tracking technologies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website analyse your use of our products and services assist with our promotional and marketing efforts These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services You can set your browser to block or alert you about 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content with your favourite social networks The devastated father of a 10-year-old girl who was allegedly murdered by her mum was given the harrowing task of helping detectives piece together what happened during a walkthrough of the crime scene Hours after coming home at 6pm to find his daughter dead Griffith University Associate Professor Yun Wang put on a blue forensic suit and helped detectives piece together the alleged murder of Sophie Wang Seasoned detectives described the crime scene as one of the 'most confronting' they have ever seen. Police will allege the Year 5 student's mother Yingying Xu slashed her daughter's throat at their Emerald Lakes home, in Carrara, on the Gold Coast earlier on Tuesday before fleeing the scene was arrested in a nearby street more than four hours later - at 10.25pm - and has since been charged with murder Sophie's death has rocked the tight-knit local community and which is located just 600 metres from her home laid flowers outside her home with his mother and other school friends 'She was one of the smartest kids in our school,' Oliver told Daily Mail Australia she really cared about people a lot and she was very kind.' The tragedy has also rattled staff at Griffith University where Prof Wang works in the chemistry and forensic science department Two male colleagues of Prof Wang's visited the crime scene on Wednesday morning and spoke to officers The university is offering support to Prof Wang and his close colleagues 'We are deeply saddened to hear about the tragic death of the daughter of a valued member of the Griffith community,' the university said in a statement 'Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.' Prof Wang, who specialises in renewable energy, has worked at the university in various roles since 2010 after relocating to the Gold Coast from Sydney Detective Acting Inspector Kent Ellis said Queensland Police are keeping the family and the community in their thoughts during this 'tragic' and 'distressing' time it is one of the most confronting scenes I have ever seen,' Detective Acting Inspector Ellis told reporters on Wednesday 'Despite her father and the emergency service's best efforts the 10-year-old was pronounced deceased by attending paramedics 'An investigation was immediately commenced and as a result the child's mother was charged with her murder.' Mr Ellis would not comment on whether Xu had a history of mental health issues The 46-year-old woman was due to face Southport Magistrates Court on Wednesday morning She did not appear in person and a police application to have names and details of the case suppressed was later withdrawn after it was opposed by lawyers and media Xu was remanded in custody and will next appear on November 29 Emmanuel College Principal Dan Brown earlier penned a school community letter on Wednesday morning to share his condolences Log in via email All your bookmarks will be available across all your devices Password must be 8 characters long including one capital letter Please confirm your email address and we’ll send you a link to reset your password Single account access for STIRworld.com,STIRpad.com and exclusive STIRfri content Verification link sent to check your inbox or spam folder to complete sign up process or opt for the best experience by closing this banner For more detailed information please read our Privacy Policy showcases marble sculptures by erstwhile and contemporary designers such as Estudio Campana by Almas SadiquePublished on : Aug 26 “White Carrara 2024 is a truly collective experience founded on the responsibility and generosity of sharing what Carrara is able to do.” designed by architect Simone Micheli and made by Sa.Ge.Van in 2023 is a pouffe-cum-sculpture that brings a new dimension of fluidity and softness to the otherwise hard material Franchi Umberto Marmi and Angeloni Marble studio is a recreation of the designer’s iconic and popular electric kettle created with help from the Barattini family and produced by Bosa Ceramiche is a panda that symbolises all the species at risk of extinction entitled ‘Design is Back’ is on view from June 14 - September 29 As evidence of the high level of competition, the best Italian teams are expected at the start, including Astana, Colpack and Bahrain. Some inconvenience at the passage of the race will be inevitable, but the show along the roads is guaranteed. Get more inspiration, tips and exclusive itineraries in Florence The Carrara area, along with Pietrasanta, Seravezza and surroundings are filled with quarries vibrating with life and are seen as a “test-bed” for experimenting with new styles and languages, a sort of cultural district, a showcase for young artists, a blend of tradition, genius, creative spirit and innovation. “One can do anything with marble”, says Fiammetta Vannelli, an entrepreneur, designer and artist, a child of this land, deeply in love with marble from an early age, when her father used to take her to the quarries with him. Her love of marble is the reason behind the establishment of Statuaria Arte, the first workshop she opened with her brother and cousin, a special place where she welcomes artists, offering them the chance to create works of art and showcase them. Cave di marmi di Carrara Over the years and having had major working experiences abroad, Fiammetta Vannelli developed an expertise in the art market which allowed her to express herself in the most varied fields and collaborate with artists and young sculptors such as Matthew Spender, Mario Tapia, Massimiliano Giornetti, Marco Borgianni, with her creations enjoying fast-growing success. Leading the Festival Carlo Conti, Jovanotti super host and among the Bigs Francesco Gabbani, Irama and Lucio Corsi Events, exhibitions and highlights from 10 to 16 February 2025 The best spas where you can spend unforgettable moments of relaxation and well-being in the city Traditional, mechanical, ecological or in the grotto: all the various representations of the Nativity not to be missed All events not to be missed on Monday 25 November in Florence The first edition of the artisan panettone from 29 November to 1 December in Piazza Duomo News and confirmations of the most beloved guidebook for foodies 38 athletes fly to Paris and dream of medals At the Palasport in Avenza, in front of a passionate home crowd, Apuania Carrara celebrated their fourth consecutive Italian Super Cup triumph by defeating their historic rivals, Top Spin Messina Watches Together, 5-3. The victory was particularly special as Top Spin Messina had won the Super Cup in 2019 and 2020. The trophy was presented by FITeT President Renato DI NAPOLI. The match was played across two tables and showcased thrilling action from start to finish. In the first round, Apuania Carrara took a commanding lead, with Croatia’s Tomislav PUCAR defeating Niagol STOYANOV and Portugal’s João MONTEIRO, a former Top Spin player, overcoming Tommaso GIOVANNETTI. Top Spin Messina fought back in the second round. Moldova’s Vladislav URSU prevailed over Mihai BOBOCICA, but MONTEIRO maintained Apuania’s momentum by defeating STOYANOV. The third round brought excitement for Top Spin Messina as they leveled the match 3-3. URSU secured a victory against PUCAR, and GIOVANNETTI outplayed Matteo MUTTI. In the decisive fourth round, MONTEIRO completed a hat-trick by defeating URSU, and MUTTI sealed the win for Apuania by overcoming STOYANOV in a thrilling five-game match. The European Table Tennis Union (ETTU) is the governing body of the sport of table tennis in Europe, and is the only authority recognized for this purpose by the International Table Tennis Federation. The ETTU deals with all matters relating to table tennis at a European level, including the development and promotion of the sport in the territories controlled by its 58 member associations, and the organization of continental table tennis competitions, including the European Championships. Miriana Pino’s art is characterized by the tension between free and at the same time controlled forms that, once engraved on the matrix, find an autonomous dimension on paper. The images, made of sharp, intentional marks, take on a life of their own, transforming themselves into “strange attractors,” as Silvia Papucci observes, that stand in constant dialogue with memory and the present. With Raw Data, Miriana Pino invites to a profound experience where the graphic sign is transformed into a universal and meditative language, capable of revealing new possibilities of reading and interpretation, opening the door to a universe rich in visual and logical implications. The exhibition remains open Thursday through Saturday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. For information or to visit the exhibition at other times call 338 4417145. Pan-African Forum for the Culture of Peace Public access to information is a key component of UNESCO's commitment to transparency and its accountability. Based on human rights and fundamental freedoms, the 2005 Convention ultimately provides a new framework for informed, transparent and UNESCO’s e-Platform on intercultural dialogue is designed for organizations and individuals to learn from shared knowledge or experiences from infl Established in 2002, the GEM Report is an editorially independent report, hosted and published by UNESCO. To recovery and beyond: The report takes stock of the global progress on the adoption and implementation of legal guarantees on Access to Info Addressing culture as a global public good For almost 75 years, the UNESCO Courier has served as a platform for international debates on issues that concern the entire pla Lifelong learning is key to overcoming global challenges and to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. 64,000) is known throughout the world forits white marble quarries the prestigious marble of Carrara has appeared in many famous works of art and has been crafted by the likes Michelangelo Although the marble industry remains the backbone of the local creative economy and historic identity in order to reduce the impact on human labour and on the natural environment the city is currently rethinking the supply chain through innovative extraction Carrara boasts a rich cultural offering of crafts and folk art as well as holding 10 international events each year including the Carrara International Biennale over the years this festival has hosted a number of prominent gures including Pablo Picasso the city is also undertaking a large number of initiatives focused on generating innovative and sustainable approaches within the crafts sector The revival of the Start- up Arena Award in 2018 grants nancial support to creative projects best re-using off-cuts marble and the International Fair Carrara Marmotec offers training activities on the use of state-of-art technologies for stone processing The Municipality of Carrara demonstrates a strong commitment to strengthening and promoting the role of culture and creativity by engaging both the public and private sector This includes participatory projects aiming to vitalise public spaces for the use of cultural activities Community-based action reflects the vision of Carrara to foster inclusive and sustainable urban planning as well as intercultural and intergenerational dialogue.  Teaching resources for primary and secondary levels including background information New geochemical analysis indicates a previously unexplored area of northern Australia has promise as a new hydrocarbon province Geoscience Australia today released geochemical results from the National Drilling Initiative’s Carrara 1 deep stratigraphic drill hole located in the newly discovered Carrara Sub-basin which straddles the Northern Territory and Queensland border in partnership with Geoscience Australia and the Northern Territory Geological Survey completed the 1750-metre-deep drill hole in the Carrara Sub-basin last December said this analysis showed the Carrara Sub-basin contained rocks with promising hydrocarbon potential Hydrocarbons are the principal components of petroleum and natural gas “These results highlight the Carrara Sub-basin as a potential new energy province in the Northern Territory and Queensland,” Dr Heap said “It’s too early to tell how far these rocks extend but the results are encouraging and give industry another reason to be looking seriously at this unexplored frontier.” The Carrara Sub-basin was one of the most significant discoveries made during the first phase of the Australian Government’s $225 million Exploring for the Future program uncovered as a result of a seismic survey of the South Nicholson Basin in 2017 Early data from the Carrara 1 drill hole, announced by Minister for Resources and Water Keith Pitt in April indicated that the Carrara Sub-basin showed similarities to the Beetaloo Sub-basin one of the most promising shale gas resources globally Dr Heap said further analysis being undertaken by Geoscience Australia is testing the link to the Beetaloo Sub-basin and other geological regions “Geoscience Australia is undertaking radiometric age dating of samples taken from Carrara 1 which will establish whether the Carrara Sub-basin has geological links to the Beetaloo Sub-basin or to the older petroleum plays of the McArthur Basin These results will provide us with a better understanding of the energy resource potential of this sub-basin,” Dr Heap said The National Drilling Initiative is one of three research programs run by MinEx CRC – which is a 10-year $220 million collaboration between government It aims to overcome the technical challenges of exploring for mineral deposits in prospective rocks concealed under the cover of younger rocks and sediment through new exploration tools and techniques Discover the data through the Exploring for the Future website Learn more about MinEx CRC here View Google Map is a place where the Etruscan and medieval past is intertwined with modern life the “Florence of Lunigiana,” amazes with its elegant squares and Renaissance buildings that conceal traces of the past that linked the town to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany where life flows slowly and local traditions Here the mountains are not just a place to explore-it is a way of life Life in the Apennines is marked by the rhythms of nature and ancient farming traditions still survive to this day Mountains are a constant and inescapable presence for those who live on the Apuan coast and in Lunigiana such as the marble of the Apuan Alps or the chestnuts of the Apennines have been the sustenance and wealth of this land for centuries; they have created a direct link between the mountains and the people who live here Life in the mountains has never been easy: the harsh climate steep terrain and communication difficulties have required an extraordinary ability to adapt This same strength is reflected in the tenacity and proud character of the local communities The mountainous lands of Lunigiana and the Apuan Alps have also preserved their cultural and gastronomic traditions insulating them from the sudden changes brought by modernity Ancient customs manage to survive here thanks to the link with this mountainous landscape that protects them and keeps them alive was already revered by the ancient Ligurians as a mystical place mountains are seen not only as a physical place but as a space in which man can approach the transcendent finding peace and connection with something greater than himself The history of Italy can be said to have passed between the Apuan Alps and Lunigiana: the position of the Apuan and Lunigiana mountains made this territory a borderland but also a strategic communication route for many centuries the territory was the boundary between Regio VII Etruria and Regio IX Liguria a separation not only geographical but also cultural The Apuo-Lunense mountains then formed a natural line of defense: throughout history they were exploited as a natural defense against invasions and attacks serving as a bulwark to protect the local populations the routes through Lunigiana were traversed by travelers and soldiers who used these paths to cross from northern Italy to Rome and vice versa were crucial for crossing the barrier of the Apennines From here then passed the salt routes used to transport the precious mineral from the Ligurian Sea northward to the Po Valley and the cities of Emilia and beyond The border position then made large parts of the territory of today’s province of Massa-Carrara a contested land between different political entities The crossroads position of these areas enriched the territory but always nevertheless attached to their lands dotted with castles and fortifications (from Piagnaro Castle in Pontremoli to Malaspina Castle in Massa from Brunella Fortress in Aulla to Castruccio’s Tower in Avenza di Carrara not to mention the many castles in Lunigiana: Fosdinovo built to control the passes and defend the territory testifies to the strategic role of the entire area in the past Massa-Carrara’s strategic position made this land a protagonist of encounters and clashes transforming it into a place of cultural and historical richness the mountain passes and villages of the province tell this story of passages speaking to visitors who want to discover an area where the mountains are not just a barrier but a bridge between the past and the future The mountains of Massa-Carrara are then deeply linked to the art and culture of this province so much so that they themselves become muses and material for immortal masterpieces traditions and mountain landscapes become protagonists which celebrates the importance of Apuan marble in art and culture (here it is possible to discover how marble has been extracted from the mountains and transformed into works of art since theRoman times work tools and models that testify to the inseparable link between the mountains and Carrara’s artistic tradition) to the quarries themselves where you can visit the places where the mountains are “carved out” and understand how their material has become sculptures buildings and monuments all over the world the places scattered throughout the territory that offer living evidence of this link: the Carrara Cathedral is one of the finest examples of the link between mountain marble and sacred art The façade is built entirely of Apuan marble while inside one can admire marble works with which one can admire the beauty and purity of the material which was the residence of the Cybo-Malaspina family Apuan marble was used to decorate interiors and exteriors showing how the material of the mountains influenced the art and architecture of the Renaissance and Baroque periods Going up to Pontremoli, we visit the Museum of the Stele Statues, which preserves the stele statues mysterious prehistoric stone sculptures carved by the first inhabitants of the mountains: these anthropomorphic figures testify to a spiritual and artistic connection with the mountain landscape that goes back millennia as in all the villages and castles of Lunigiana This link between mountains and art is still alive: in the center of Carrara the Padula Park hosts contemporary artworks that dialogue with the landscape marble sculptures displayed in a natural setting to remind us of the inseparable relationship between art and nature that these lands have always experienced as part of themselves In every corner of the province of Massa-Carrara from monumental quarries to medieval villages art and mountains are intertwined in an eternal dialogue offering anyone who comes here the opportunity to discover how nature can become art and how art can give voice to nature The mountains here are not just an element of the landscape but a symbol of resilience and identity for the communities that live at their foot these mountains have been a physical and cultural barrier but also a source of inspiration and protection the mountains of Massa-Carrara were the scene of dramatic events: the Gothic Line ran through these lands and what happened on these mountains left deep scars behind but not only that: in this land the history of the Resistance was made And even today the paths of the mountains tell stories of freedom keeping the memory of those difficult days alive And it should not be forgotten that the mountains of Massa-Carrara have always inspired artists Their imposing forms and changing landscapes have been celebrated in works of art and literature and they continue to be a source of inspiration for anyone who visits them the Apuan Alps have inspired poets such as Gabriele D’Annunzio “Marmoreal crown of threatening points from their pride assumed”: this is one of the many verses about the Apuan Alps that can be found inAlcyone But mountains do not only inspire artists: for those who live in these lands they represent a deep connection with their history a connection with nature and a call to simplicity and authenticity the symbol of a thousand-year history and a culture rooted in nature Industry sources say a $20m contract has been signed for 10 Maryland Ave A home in Carrara has potentially trumped some of the biggest sales along the Gold Coast beachfront with the property going under contract for a rumoured $20m Designed by the internationally renowned Gold Coast architect Jared Poole 10 Maryland Ave was on the market for only 11 days before three significant offers were received by agent Adam Cain who co-marketed the property with colleague Faith Liu of Amir Prestige Group The house was designed by the internationally renowned Jared Poole Neither would comment on the sale other than to say that it was a record for the suburb which would no doubt stand for some time to come the price paid would have exceeded any previous sale in Carrara by $7m The record currently stands with 640 Nerang Broadbeach Rd which was sold by Dennis and Angela Perry for $13m earlier this year It would also make it equal fourth in a list of the top sales in Queensland for 2022 matching the sale of the penthouse in the yet-to-be-built Glasshouse development on the Burleigh Heads beachfront MORE NEWS: From rat infested to heaven on earth Reedy Creek sale smashes suburb record price Calille Hotel designers behind Byron Bay bolthole it is equal the second most highest sale of the year coming in only behind the $21m sale of a multistorey home at 159 Hedges Ave on the beachfront in Mermaid Beach The motor court at the end of a magnolia tree-lined drive but did confirm they were a family from interstate who will spend time between their current home and the Carrara property “What I can say is that it is just a beautiful property built to a money-is-no-object budget,” he said “It is a great story for the Gold Coast because it shows that there is still confidence in the market Agents say quality craftsmanship is what sets the house apart “When we see the market in Sydney and Melbourne going down and we are still getting record-breaking sales it shows that the Gold Coast is the place to be And demand from the interstate market remains strong.” the house at 10 Maryland Ave is owned by Ian and Janette Callow They demolished an existing property on the block to make way for the tri-storey home built to the highest of standards the estate is elegant and sophisticated with a sweeping magnolia tree-lined avenue leading to its porte-cochere and motor court Other standout features include triple-height steam room and 25m heated lap pool flanked by an entertaining pavilion 1,340 bottle wine cellar and a pillar-less basement garage that accommodates 12 cars The house is surrounded by gardens designed by a landscape architect said what placed the home on a par with some of the Coast’s most expensive beachfront properties was its quality Because when you sit in it you can see it is all hand made and has only the best components throughout The house at 10 Maryland is the Bentley of houses The exquisite kitchen with coffered ceilings Carrara and in particular Maryland Ave is fast making a name for itself among cashed-up buyers on the Gold Coast The suburb has turned out several $10m-plus sales over the past two years including the home of V8 Supercar champion Paul Weel and his wife Emma who sold their property in Maryland Ave for $10.9m last year and the $12m sale of a block at 8-12 Riverbend Ave Outside of well-heeled Monaco St in Broadbeach Waters Carrara is one of the last remaining suburbs that is close to the coast but has large acreage-size blocks with direct access to main river third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. World-famous entertainer P!NK has announced her highly anticipated return to Australia bringing her Summer Carnival 2024 show to the Gold Coast at Carrara Stadium on February 20 P!NK’s Summer Carnival 2024 will commence in Sydney at Allianz Stadium on February 9 followed by Newcastle’s McDonald Jones Stadium on February 13 and concluding at Perth’s Optus Stadium on March 1 Special guests will be announced at a later date Carrara Stadium has hosted world-famous acts Queen + Adam Lambert and Guns ‘N Roses in recent years with Harry Styles also set to play his only Queensland show at the Stadium later this month The announcement of P!NK’s Summer Carnival tour of Australia coincides with the release of her highly anticipated new album P!NK said today,” I am so excited to finally get a chance to tour Australia and New Zealand in the summer! I can’t wait to bring the Summer Carnival Tour to my home away from home and smile and sing together until our cheeks hurt P!NK is a 3 time Grammy Award winner and has had 5 #1 albums in Australia the Australian tour follows P!NK’s 21-city UK/European tour commencing June 7 until July 16 and her 23-city North American/Canadian tour commencing July 24 through October 9 General public tickets go on sale on Friday Telstra customers can be among the first to secure tickets during an exclusive pre-sale commencing with Adelaide at 9am on Monday See below for specific details and head to Telstra.com/ticketsfor more information Telstra Plus pre-sale commences Monday February 13 – all times local Adelaide – 9amMelbourne – 10amBrisbane – 10am Newcastle – 12pmPerth – 12pm Sydney – 1pmGold Coast – 1pm  My Live Nation pre-sale commences Thursday February 16 – all times local Adelaide – 10amMelbourne – 11amBrisbane – 11amNewcastle – 1pmPerth – 1pmSydney – 2pmGold Coast – 2pm  General public tickets go on sale Friday February 17 – ALL TIMES LOCAL: Adelaide – 9amMelbourne – 10amBrisbane – 10amNewcastle – 12pmPerth – 12pmSydney – 1pmGold Coast – 1pm For full pre-sale and on-sale start and finish timings Zambrero will be the club’s exclusive quick service restaurant partner and will feature on the top-back of the club’s 2025 playing and training guernseys We FINALLY got the big man in to chat how he got into playing footy fatherhood and captaining a footy side through COVID as well as some childhood antics along the way two knee reconstructions and 99 games into phase #2 of his AFL career after a life-changing decision made in 48 hours seven and a half years ago The Gold Coast SUNS have revealed the club’s 2025 ANZAC Appeal Round guernsey to be worn in the Round 7 ANZAC Appeal Round match against the Sydney Swans at People First Stadium It’s a bold new era for the Gold Coast SUNS who are taking our fearless identity to the Barossa for Gather Round in 2025 Brisbane has stormed to the top of the competition table with a 17-point QClash victory over Gold Coast at a sold-out Gabba on Sunday night Voting is now open for the Austworld Player of the Round after the QClash at the Gabba The Gold Coast SUNS' VFL side played their system to their advantage last Sunday and will be looking to again in the upcoming QClash SUNS young guns Jasmyn Smith and Jed Walter have both received nominations for the Gold Coast Bulletin Junior Sports Star of the Year Award Watch Coach Damien Hardwick's press conference after round eight’s match against Brisbane The Lions and SUNS clash in round eight of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Mac Andrew shows why he's one of the most versatile players in the league with a brilliant major on the run Coach Damien Hardwick speaks to media in the upcoming QClash 28 this Sunday Night The SUNS will take a wealth of experience into Sunday’s VFL QClash at Brighton Homes Arena The Gold Coast SUNS would like to respectfully acknowledge all the traditional custodian groups from the Yugambeh language speaking region We acknowledge all First Nations people and Traditional Custodians of Australia’s land and waterways We pay our respects to Elders of the past to the present and those of the future as they hold the stories culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people The Brisbane Lions boast a rich and unique history – born from over 100 years of Fitzroy and a decade of the Bears – that lives on through the Club today The names of past greats from all arms of the Club are now enshrined in the Brisbane Lions Hall of Fame while many of the stories from yesteryear are often recounted and have become part of our football folklore One of the most significant moments in our Club’s Queensland history came in 1991 when discussions started surrounding the potential move of the then Bears to Brisbane came to life at Carrara on the Gold Coast in 1987 after a consortium headed by former actor Paul Cronin – who sadly passed in September – and financed by Christopher Skase were awarded the license for Queensland’s first VFL team control of the Club was transferred to the Pelerman Group (headed by Gold Coast businessman Reuben Pelerman) who soon also became to realise the harsh business implications of owning the Bears It was at this time that discussions commenced between keen supporters of AFL in Queensland – future Bears/Lions Directors Alan Piper and Peter Williams – and the Brisbane (Gabba) Cricket Ground Trust Piper and Williams had identified that for AFL in Queensland to succeed the Bears needed to relocate from the Gold Coast into the heart of Brisbane The two sports catered for at the Gabba back then were cricket and greyhound racing – with the cricket ground (then far too small for AFL) surrounded by a greyhound racing track McKnoulty needed little convincing of the proposed redevelopment and went into bat with the then Goss Labour Government to obtain approval – not just to permit the AFL tenancy rights but to commit to rebuilding the Gabba to accommodate the Bears with a staged development McKnoulty and Williams met in Melbourne with the then AFL Commissioner Ross Oakley and then AFL CFO Greg Durham McKnoulty committed the Brisbane Cricket Ground Trust and confirmed he had an agreement with the Premier to the program above The AFL in turn agreed to the Bears proceeding with negotiations with the current owners to relocate the Bears to the Gabba The only condition was that after 12 months the Bears were to cease private ownership and become a members-run club The first stage of the development was to remove the cricket practice wickets on the south-west corner which enabled the Bears to trial two home games at the ground in 1992 (with the dog-track still in place) The next stage involved the removal of the dog-track (sizing the ground to the same dimensions as the MCG) rebuilding the Northern Stand (incorporating Gabba Towers) and permitting the Bears to take over the ‘Silks’ Greyhound Club the Bears moved permanently to the Gabba and hosted all home games in 1993 at the venue Not only were the Bears now playing in their home city but the move to the Gabba also resulted in a significant spike in attendances and membership there would be further upgrades to the facilities and stands converting the tired old ground to a state-of-the-art sporting venue McKnoulty’s unwavering support of the initiative throughout the months of discussion and negotiation cannot be understated and many maintain that the move would never have happened without his commitment and endeavor Sadly John McKnoulty passed away in May this year at which time he was recognised with distinction for his enormous contributions to Queensland Cricket and as long-standing member of the Queensland Cricketers’ Club And although he wasn’t an avid supporter of VFL/AFL his impact on the Brisbane Lions’ journey won’t be forgotten The Brisbane Lions are proud to launch their 2025 Sir Doug Nicholls Round guernsey we're asking you to vote for the Brisbane Lions player that was the ultimate MVP The player who stood up and put forward a performance that separated them from the rest of the pack Brisbane is still king of the Queensland hill storming to the top of the competition table with a 17-point QClash victory over Gold Coast at a sold-out Gabba on Sunday night Watch Brisbane’s press conference after round eight’s match against Gold Coast Will Ashcroft delivers a standout performance and shares a special moment with his dad while accepting the Marcus Ashcroft Medal The Lions and Suns clash in round eight of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season Watch the Lions celebrate their round eight win The Brisbane Lions VFL side have defended home turf with a late Harry Arnold goal sinking the Gold Coast SUNS by two-points at Brighton Homes Arena We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land the Yuggera and Turrbal people and pay our respects to their Elders past and 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