The Gold Coast Convention Centre was truly transformed, its blank canvas halls rendered unrecognisable as they were reborn into a realm of grandeur for a Gala Awards show that welcomed 700 distinguished guests.

The evening was a dazzling spectacle, with a multi-screen projection layout that seamlessly blended the intricate Awards program with theatrical scenic background loops, creating an immersive experience that captivated everyone present. The room itself was a masterpiece of decadent design, with layered table styling that was a feast for the eyes - cut crystal clinked amidst urns overflowing with flowers, feathers, brocade, and candelabras, all combining in a textural clash that was as bold as it was beautiful.

Suspended above the scene were 40 glittering crystal chandeliers, their light dancing across printed drapes that evoked the opulence of the Palace of Versailles. The stage was no less extravagant, dressed in a lush garden of florals and topiary, setting the perfect backdrop for the evening’s entertainment.

The highlight of the night was a mesmerising Black Swan-inspired performance by Couture Air, featuring the graceful Ballerina Tahlia Fowler. Her ethereal movements, combined with the surreal atmosphere of the event, transported guests to a bygone elegant era.