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The Very Best of Surfers Paradise

At the heart of the Gold Coast is the ever-popular Surfers Paradise and in this guide, I will intro the best of what the area offers inc. attractions & things to do, restaurants, nightlife, and more. Background The central suburb is bordered to the east by the long stretching sandy beach with its pure ocean […]

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Stephens

In 2002, Stephens was merged with Andrews and a portion of Robina, to form the new suburb of Varsity Lakes and the West Burleigh part of Burleigh Heads. Stephens is no longer an official placename.

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Springbrook

Springbrook is a mountain and plateau in the Gold Coast hinterland of South East Queensland, Australia. It is also the name of the associated town and locality within the City of Gold Coast. The highest point, known as Springbrook Mountain is 990 metres high. The plateau is covered in subtropical rainforest and crossed by many small creeks. The area has excellent views to the Gold Coast and is known […]

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The Best of Southport, Gold Coast

The essential intro to Southport on the Gold Coast, Queensland – including the very best of local attractions, restaurants, things to do, and where to stay. Jump to: Attractions & Things to do | Shopping | Nightlife | Restaurants | Coffee | Accommodation | Transport | Best of Map The longtime business district of the […]

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The Best of Sanctuary Cove

Sanctuary Cove is an upmarket residential community and recreation hub featuring a large marina, golf course, shopping precinct, and hotel. The area also hosts the famed Sanctuary Cove Boat Show which features displays of luxury boating including superyachts, power cruisers right down to jet skis and boating accessories. Beside the marina, there is a village […]

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Runaway Bay

n 1967, the Lae Enterprises company bought 182 hectares of land along the western shore of the Gold Coast Broadwater. Development started in 1972 to transform the subdivision into a residential and boating area. The name “Runaway Bay” was coined to promote the area as a tranquil retreat.   Runaway Bay Facts 9,443 – 2017 ABS ERP […]

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Robina

Robina is a popular local residential area on the Gold Coast which features a major shopping centre, local service industry, intercity train station, and sports stadium.     History In 1980, Singaporean real estate developer Robin Loh purchased 20 sq km of land in the southern Gold Coast, west of Broadbeach. The acquired land, which had previously been used for grazing, would […]

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Reedy Creek

The suburb is adjacent to the Pacific Motorway (M1). Located in the hinterland towards the southern end of the city, Reedy Creek is a developing residential area.   Reedy Creek Facts Postcode: 4228 Population: 6,659 (2016 census)

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Parkwood

Parkwood is characterized by leafy, green streets, well-kept gardens and detached homes, the majority of which are owner-occupied or rented. The suburb as a whole was developed in the last 20 years and falls under the Gold Coast City Council Division 6.     Parkwood Facts Postcode: 4214 Population: 8,988 – 2017 ABS ERP Land area: 6 […]

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Paradise Point

Paradise Point is a mostly residential area featuring many waterfront homes along it’s many canals. It also faces the Broadwater and Sovereign Islands and Ephraim Islands are connected via bridges to the mainland of Paradise Point. The area is popular for boating and fishing, and there is a boat ramp near Doris Gibbs Park which […]

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The Best of Palm Beach

Palm Beach is fast becoming one of the Gold Coast’s hip suburbs featuring a laid-back vibe, a little less concrete, and loads of new eateries. Here’s our guide to the best of Palm Beach including things to do, places to eat and drink, and where to stay. Jump to: Attractions & Things to do | […]

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Pacific Pines

Pacific Pines is a northern suburb on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. It is located between the Pacific Motorway(M1) and the NNE side of the Nerang State Forest. Pacific Pines Facts Postcode: 4211 Population: 16,757 (2016 census)  

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Oxenford

The suburb is bordered to the north by the Coomera River; the Pacific Motorway forms the eastern boundary. The western edge of the suburb is also bordered by the Coomera River, which can only be crossed via the Coomera River causeway. Major theme parks inc Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet’n’Wild Water World are located within Oxenford’s boundaries and […]

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Numinbah Valley

The Numinbah Valley is a valley and suburb in the Gold Coast hinterland in South East Queensland, Australia. This Scenic Rim valley covers 116 km² and contains cleared grazing land, rocky outcrops, waterfalls, rainforest walks and good hinterland scenery. Lonely Planet has described the valley as the most beautiful in South East Queensland.   Numinbah Valley Facts Postcode: 4211 218 (2016 census)   Things to do […]

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The Best of Nobbys Beach

Located south of Surfers Paradise in between Miami and Mermaid Beach on the coastline of the Gold Coast is the suburb of Nobby Beach. A small suburb, it offers a mostly quiet, beautiful beach and a group of shops popular for its cafes and eateries.     Nobbys is almost a secret suburb with many […]

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Neranwood

The name Neranwood is a contraction of the name of the Nerang Hardwood Company which established a sawmill in the area in 1923. Neranwood Facts Postcode: 4213

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Nerang

The township of Nerang was surveyed by Martin Lavelle in June 1865. Lavelle named a street after himself and others after local pioneers like William White the local squatter, and Edmund Price the local planter. Nerang has focused very much on the river crossing and the head of navigation. Land was first sold here in […]

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Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge (Postcode: 4211), located within the Gold Coast Hinterland, is a small yet scenic rural locality known for its natural beauty. Natural Bridge is located at the southern extent of the Nerang River valley on the southern border with New South Wales, between the Springbrook plateau and Binna Burra in the Scenic Rim Region. The suburb is nestled in […]

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Mudgeeraba Guide & Things to Do

Mudgeeraba (Postcode: 4213) is a leafy suburb in the Gold Coast hinterland in Queensland, Australia. Mudgeeraba’s essential character remains that of a nineteenth-century village retaining much of its old charm and character. Housing Housing in Mudgeeraba offers a mix of older-style Queenslander homes, large acreage properties, and contemporary houses in newer estates. The area is particularly attractive to families […]

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The Best of Mount Tamborine

If you’re looking for a nature escape that’s still within reach of cafes, restaurants, and boutique shopping, then Mt. Tamborine might be just the place. It’s located around 40 km inland of Surfers Paradise and has much to offer. The area is also renowned for its wineries and natural produce. Some people may choose to […]

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