VILLAGE Roadshow’s boss is calling on the State Government to explain why the Gold Coast’s famed shopping centres can host thousands of customers but the city’s renowned theme parks cannot.

Tourism operators know the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, with lettable space of more than 33,000 square metres, is gaining delegates who would prefer to the visit the Coast.

In an effort to revive the tourism industry after the impact of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the Gold Coast is offering visitors the chance to double their money. Experience Gold Coast is offering ...