A 74 year old former big band crooner has taken out the inaugural Golden Idol.
Duke Bannister’s dulcet tones were a winner, not only with an audience of hundreds at the Surfers Paradise Commerce Centre, but the judges.
He earned a $1,000 cheque for his efforts.
More than 100 people took part in the Gold Coast City Council sponsored event for over 55s.
Organisers from Volunteering Gold Coast are already planning for next year.
Griffith University is making a documentary of the event.
