Gold Coast 2018 began with a vibrant and colourful Opening Ceremony ©Getty Images

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A demonstration of local culture and history dominated the early section of the Ceremony ©Getty Images
A demonstration of local culture and history dominated the early section of the Ceremony ©Getty Images
Rickie Lee-Coulter performed on a beach at the centre of the stage ©Getty Images
Rickie Lee-Coulter performed on a beach at the centre of the stage ©Getty Images
Prince Charles and Camilla were among the dignitaries presented to the crowd ©Getty Images
Prince Charles and Camilla were among the dignitaries presented to the crowd ©Getty Images
The Ceremony also included the usual dose of fireworks and splendour ©Getty Images
The Ceremony also included the usual dose of fireworks and splendour ©Getty Images
Australia's entrance was greeted with a cascade of green and yellow sandpaper confetti ©Getty Images
Australia's entrance was greeted with a cascade of green and yellow sandpaper confetti ©Getty Images
CGF President Louise Martin struggled to open the Baton before she passed it to Prince Charles ©Getty Images
CGF President Louise Martin struggled to open the Baton before she passed it to Prince Charles ©Getty Images
Australian star Sally Pearson was the last to carry the Baton ©Getty Images
Australian star Sally Pearson was the last to carry the Baton ©Getty Images
A traditional smoking ceremony also took place during the spectacle ©Getty Images
A traditional smoking ceremony also took place during the spectacle ©Getty Images
Delta Goodrem was the headline singing act during the Ceremony ©Getty Images
Delta Goodrem was the headline singing act during the Ceremony ©Getty Images