Free Rides to try Walks to try Benefits for you Southport – the The colour of the route on the map The colour of the route on the map and for the city Gold Coast CBD corresponds with the list below. corresponds with the list below. Reduced traffic congestion Easily reach the Gold Coast CBD by 1. ■ Griffith University to Main Beach 1. ■ Federation Walk walking or cycling and explore this 30 minutes | 7.3 kilometres 55 minutes | 4.5 kilometres More people walking and cycling means fewer cars on the road. dynamic and vibrant urban centre. 2. ■ Surfers Paradise Beach to 2. ■ Surfers Paradise Coastal Sea World and The Spit Pedestrian Network, Fern Street Gold Coast Chinatown is right in the heart of the CBD and the Broadwater Parklands, 25 minutes | 7 kilometres to Narrowneck Better health 1 hour, 25 minutes | 7 kilometres Walking and cycling are ideal Southport Library, Southport Community ■ 3. Surfers Paradise Beach to HOTA, forms of exercise. Centre and Aquatic Centre adjoin. The Gold and the Gold Coast Turf Club 3. ■ Commonwealth Walkway, Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct is a 15 minutes | 3.8 kilometres Southport Chambers in the Southport community where people live, learn and work. Discover central CBD to the Evandale Council Chambers A better natural environment Jump on your bike – it’s fifteen minutes away. 4. ■ Surfers Paradise Beach to Did you know? at HOTA - Home of the Arts precinct. Walk, cycle and Reduced air pollution and road Pacific Fair Shopping Centre 2 hours | 10 kilometres Gold Coast On average a person can walk noise. 18 minutes | 4.5 kilometres public transport map 1 kilometre in 10-12 minutes. Download the Commonwealth Explore key attractions around the Gold Mermaid Beach, Broadbeach, Bundall, 5. ■ Surfers Paradise to Coast by cycling, walking or running, On average a person can cycle Walkway passport, guide and map from Saves you money Surfers Paradise, Southport and surrounds. including Surfers Paradise Beach, Pacific Fair Fair Shopping Centre and 5 kilometres in 15-20 minutes. cityofgoldcoast.com.au/activetravel Shopping Centre and Australia Fair Shopping the Broadwater Parklands Walking and cycling are more Centre. Easy to follow routes will connect 20 minutes | 4.8 kilometres economical than running a car. you to G:link stations, Sea World, Griffith University, Metricon Stadium and everywhere in between.

Boosting walking, cycling Start riding Commuting by bike Public transport Gold Coast Oceanway When using and public transport Cycling can be a fun and social mode of transport for to and from work The Gold Coast has many public Did you The Gold Coast Oceanway is a 36 kilometre work or recreation. active travel, transport options that can be stretch of pathways from The Spit to As part of the Gold Coast City Transport Strategy be sun safe Follow these tips for a safer journey: know? . Sections up to four kilometres 2031, we aim for as many daily trips as possible combined with a walk or ride. The Gold Coast has over 1000 kilometres of bikeways that link There are seven long are lined with information markers to include walking, cycling and public transport. and keep • get the right bike – ensure it is the correct Public transport information for bus, neighbourhoods, schools, foreshores and parks. bikesheds available and have accessible viewing platforms hydrated. size and type to meet your needs train and light rail services, including for people with disabilities. along the G:link. • plan your route timetables and journey planners, are available at translink.com.au The Oceanway allows everyone to walk, cycle Get striding • maintain your bike with a regular service or catch a bus while exploring the Gold Coast. The new G:link light rail system Walking is low impact, reduces stress and improves fitness. • fit your bike with a bell and a white and The entire route is serviced by TransLink buses. red reflector operates from 5am to midnight on weekdays and throughout weekends. Try walking to the local shops, school, work or connect with the natural areas • pack wet weather gear and a water bottle The Oceanway is shown on the map with: of the Gold Coast. • use front and rear lights at night The route links Helensvale, Gold Coast University Hospital, ■ Oceanway • carry a simple puncture repair kit Southport, Main Beach, • always wear a helmet that complies with Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach Oceanway marker Australian Standards, it is the law. with a 7.5 minute service between 7am and 7pm weekdays.

Share the road Whether you’re a motorist, a cyclist, or both, we all need to share the road.

Queensland Government laws mean Walking safely Travel safer Gold Coast Cycling Guide motorists must allow: How to use this map Walking is fun, free and easy. Bikes are a vehicle. When you ride Get the most out of your cycling experience. • a minimum of one metre when passing cyclists in a 60 kilometres per hour or All existing pathways and bikeways are a bike on the road, you have rights highlighted on the map. Keep in mind these tips when you are out Download a copy of the Gold Coast Cycling Guide at cityofgoldcoast.com.au/cycleguide less speed zone and about: and responsibilities like all other • at least 1.5 metres where the speed Yellow dashed lines indicate It provides general cycling information and shows the city’s cycle routes, bikeways, cycling clubs and road users. limit is over 60 kilometres per hour. pathways for pedestrians and • walking with a friend is a great motivator organisations across the Gold Coast. cyclists, unless otherwise signed. • stay visible and wear reflective or bright Cyclists can: Motorists are allowed to cross centre lines, Charcoal dashed lines indicate coloured clothing including double unbroken centre lines, on-road bikeways. • walk facing oncoming traffic • ride on footpaths (unless prohibited straddle lanelines or drive on painted islands • wear comfortable clothing and footwear by a sign), but must keep left and give to pass cyclists provided the driver has a Suburbs included: Arundel, Ashmore, Benowa, Broadbeach, way to pedestrians Incorporating clear view of any approaching traffic and Broadbeach Waters, Bundall, Carrara, Clear Island Waters, • use marked crossings wherever possible • ride two abreast on the road, but must active travel into it is safe to do so. Labrador, Main Beach, Mermaid Beach, Mermaid Waters, For more information • be aware of traffic and your surroundings. Molendinar, Parkwood, Southport, Surfers Paradise. stay within 1.5 metres of each other your daily lifestyle See road rules at qld.gov.au/sharetheroad on our free cycle workshop See road rules for pedestrians at • ride in bicycle lanes, bus and transit lanes qld.gov.au/transport means that it’s easy to meet programs, walking, cycling or • ride on the road shoulder or in a using public transport safely Check out ’s walking programs: traffic lane the 30 minutes of activity Learn young around the Gold Coast, visit • 10000steps.org.au • overtake other vehicles on the left recommended for adults For more information cityofgoldcoast.com.au/ • heartfoundation.org.au unless they are signalling to turn left. and the 60 minutes Improve your child’s road safety awareness and try out the mini bike circuit located at P 1300 GOLDCOAST (1300 465 326) activetravel • nprsr.qld.gov.au See road rules for cyclists at recommended the Broadwater Parklands. W cityofgoldcoast.com.au/activetravel CGC13549 June 2019 qld.gov.au/transport for children.