Loud sirens, vehicles zooming past, who is it - Police? Ambulance? Fire Brigade? What’s happening?  We all have a natural curiosity when it comes to our local heroes, especially when they’re faced with an emergency or a disaster. We invite you, your friends and family to our Emergency Services Safari event. Meet the hard-working heroes from our emergency services and learn how we're recovering from Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Get up close with the emergency services vehicles and learn what to do when faced with severe weather and disasters.  Pacific Pines Central Park Saturday 10 May 2025 9:00am to 2:00pm Featuring our very own local heroes from: Queensland Police Service Queensland Fire Department Queensland Ambulance Service State Emergency Service Rural Fire Service Surf Life Saving Queensland Community recovery support agencies Immerse the family in a FREE action-packed day out:  Engage with experts on emergency response and recovery strategies Demonstrations and workshops Important tips for personal preparedness and planning Interactive children’s activities Plenty of giveaways An assortment of delicious food trucks! Event details: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BhMyoawfF/

Saturday 10 May, 10am - 12pm, HOTA, Bundall Get ready for a day bursting with giggles, dancing, magic, bubbles, and unforgettable memories as Humphrey B. Bear and his friends take centre stage at the Gold Coast Film Festival’s Kids Day Out! This fun-filled family event features the high-energy disco-inspired Big Bear Singalong Show, packed with toe-tapping classic kids tunes, dance-along moments, and singalong favourites that will have the whole family joining in. Watch as Humphrey busts a move, shares his biggest bear hugs, chases bubbles, and even performs some magic tricks with the help of his favourite magician friends. Don’t miss your chance to say hello and snap a photo at the Meet and Greet with Humphrey himself – it's all happening in the heart of the Gold Coast at HOTA (Home of the Arts). Tickets are just $5pp and must be prebooked. Details: https://gcff.com.au/events/heres-humphrey

Saturday 10 May, 5.30 - 7pm, Broadwater Parklands What better way to spend an evening than outdoors watching a movie under the stars! The City of Gold Coast Movies under the Stars program is free, family-friendly fun on offer right across the city. Gather your family and friends, pack a picnic or take advantage of delicious food options available in the local area. Doors : 5.00pm Movie starts : 5.30pm Event date : Sat, 10th May Location : Broadwater Parklands Movie : Harold and the Purple Crayon