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Welcome to the Gold Coast, Australia’s endless playground of entertainment Northern Gold Coast and adventure. The northern stretches of the Gold Coast are all about extreme attractions; lifestyles For generations we’ve been embracing and entertaining our guests with a promise of and adventure. Here the skyline is intersected with towers of terror, aqua loops, big smiles and warm memories in a spectacle of golden beaches, legendary theme and rollercoasters while the wind carries screams of delight from every direction. parks, iconic rainforests and lively attractions. Feel the excitement of life in the fun In a 1km radius there are six major themed attractions including Dreamworld, lane, where the sun shines on an unlimited variety of things to see and do, all year WhiteWater World, Wet‘n’Wild Water World, Paradise Country, Warner Bros. Movie round. Cuddle a koala, learn to surf and walk a World Heritage listed rainforest trail World, and Australian Outback Spectacular. Sanctuary Cove is an experience of the in a day full of natural adventure. Scream with excitement on the biggest and best good life, where locals and visitors can enjoy boating, golfing, shopping, dining and theme park rides, browse the boutiques or putt your way to a win on a championship entertainment. The stylish Marine Village with its restaurants, bars and boutique golf course. And as the sun sets over this city by the sea, treat yourself to an shops is at the heart of the precinct, which was opened in 1987 by Frank Sinatra international stage show, dine on the freshest local produce or sip a cocktail with Whitney Houston and Peter Allen as support acts. The Gold Coast Broadwater beachside as the Gold Coast glimmers into the night. The Gold Coast is a celebrated is a great expanse of easily accessible calm water with plenty of room for locals and holiday experience set on one of Australia’s most spectacular natural stages. visitors to sail, fish, jet ski, parasail, scuba, cruise, kite surf, jet boat, kayak, swim, The Official Gold Coast Visitor Guide contains some great information for you to paddle board, snorkel, windsurf, picnic... you get the idea. make the most out of your visit. Accommodation and dining options, fun things to do both day and night, treating yourself to some luxury, insider shopping tips, safety Central Gold Coast and climate details and local travel information will all help you discover that the The Gold Coast’s central precincts are all about fun and entertainment — sunrise Gold Coast truly is FAMOUS FOR FUN. to sunset. The lively quarters of Main Beach, Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach attract locals and visitors with their bright lights, signature restaurants, energetic to BRISBANE nightlife, diverse shopping offers and gorgeous beaches. You can easily fill your day checking out some attractions, indulging in some retail therapy or dining out at some Ormeau Jacobs Well of the Coast’s best establishments. Surfers Paradise is still legendary for its after- Coomera Sanctuary Cove dark action with bars and clubs springing to life as the sun sets and just south in Broadbeach they too celebrate the end of another day with alfresco dining strips Sth and lounge bars welcoming those who like to milk the most of their coastal visit. Oxenford Stradbroke Main Beach shares all of the above but just in a more laid back, village-like way. Helensvale Island Southern Gold Coast Runaway Bay Mt The further south you go on the Gold Coast, the more space you find. Southern Tamborine Biggera Waters Ashmore precincts such as Burleigh, Currumbin, Kirra and Coolangatta are idyllic coastal Southport communities defined by their own individual stretches of sub-tropical coastline. Main Beach Nerang From one of the world’s best surf breaks to some of the Gold Coast’s laziest Surfers Paradise secluded coves, the southern stretches are an inviting part of Australia’s iconic Carrara Broadbeach beach culture. Burleigh Heads National Park is a bushwalk, whale watch and scenic lookout adventure imposing over one of the Gold Coast’s most iconic surf beaches. Advancetown Currumbin is an active community where lovers of watersports, hiking and nature Gold Coast Highway take advantage of the Currumbin Creek waterway. The Currumbin Valley starts just Miami two kilometres from Currumbin beach and leads visitors into a World Heritage listed Pacific Motorway Burleigh Heads Highway 1 rainforest. Kirra is famed by surfing superstar Kelly Slater as his favourite point Tallebudgera break on the planet, the legendary Kirra barrel is a spectacle to behold as it roles in perfect formation up the coast. Coolangatta is an authentic microcosm of old-school Aussie surf culture where Combie vans and Kingswood cars fill the beachfront car Palm Beach parks and retro buildings and signage gives the area a vintage film-set feel. Gold Coast Hinterland Kirra From the days dinosaurs walked the earth, some natural ecosystems still remain. Coolangatta Such is the magical world of the Gold Coast Hinterland. Untouched lush beauty in QLD / NSW BORDER all its green glory stretches as far as the eye can see north, south, east and west. A true hidden gem of the Gold Coast, our Hinterland breathes in harmony with the This map is designed only to show approximate location of towns pulse of the Pacific Ocean swells that pound our golden beaches; we are proudly in relation to others in the area. Not to scale. green and gold. Be awestruck on bushwalks through subtropical rainforests that This map is designed only to show approximate location house living ancient relics and lava flows, crystal waterfalls cascading into rock of towns in relation to others in the area. Not to scale. pools and abundant native wildlife it’s a multi-sensory organic overload. Such is its pristine condition and under-canopy diversity, the Hinterland’s national parks have been World Heritage listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural PRICES quoted herein are indicative only at the time Organisation (UNESCO). The area is a hotbed for the international science and conservation community which means you truly will explore one of the earth’s best of publication. Many parks will have a range of pricing eco-experiences. Lamington and Springbrook National Parks are the best places to relative to site type, accommodation type and season. set off with official bushwalks in place and the quaint village of Mount Tamborine Always check with your selected parks for prices is the ideal stop off to grab a bite to eat in an ornate café or boutique winery with Gallery Walk a lovely stroll of art galleries, antique stores and homewares hubs. applicable at the time of your proposed stay.
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Events & Festivals Attractions *Date not available at the time of print JANUARY MAY Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary 6-12 Magic Millions Gold 8 Mothers Day Hot Air Phone: 07 5534 1266 Web: www.cws.org.au Coast Yearling Balloon Festival Amazing Australian wildlife, cuddle a koala, feed kangaroos and wild lorikeets or hold 9 Jeep Magic Millions Raceday 14-15 Women’s Health and a baby crocodile. Aboriginal performances, world class wildlife presentations, ride 9-10 Gatorade Triathlon round 5 Wellbeing Expo, Robina the miniature train, wildlife hospital. Segway safaris and the Tree Top Challenge high- 22-24 Gold Coast 19-22 Blues on Broadbeach ropes course. More Australian, More Natural, More Fun! Food & Wine Expo Music Festival 26 Australia Day Celebrations 19-22 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 29-31 Burleigh Pro JUNE Markets FEBRUARY 3-13 Cooly Rocks On * Chinese New Year (Gold Coast & Tweed) Hot Air Fiesta 8-13 QUEENSLAND * Volvik RACV Australian Ladies Masters CARAVAN, CAMPING & 5-28 Sand Sculpting TOURING SUPERSHOW, Championships BRISBANE SHOWGROUNDS 14 Valentines Day Hot Air 11-24 Australian Open, Balloon Event Bowls Australia 21 Gatorade Qld Triathlon 17 Broadbeach Country Music Festival Feb/Mar Quiksilver Pro & Roxy Pro JULY MARCH 1-12 Winter Bowls Carnival 4-6 GOLD COAST CARAVAN 2-3 Gold Coast Airport Marathon & CAMPING EXPO, 8-17 Viva Surfers Paradise METRICON STADIUM 16-17 Kokoda Challenge (Gold 4-20 Bleach Festival Coast Hinterland) 9-11 Somerset Celebration of Literature AUGUST ADVANCETOWN A C 24-28 Easter Weekend at 20-21 Broadbeach Jazz Festival Currumbin RSL N 26-28 Gold Coast Show 25-28 Australian Street Small clean park in quiet hinterland bush setting amongst native birds. Central to 3 major national parks. Entertainment SEPTEMBER 3km to Hinze Dam & fi shing. 7km to supermarkets & Gold Coast Highway. 20mins
SOUTHPORT Championships to central Surfers Paradise, 10mins Theme Parks. Pets allowed. TO CANUNGRA 31-10/4 Gold Coast Film Festival * Gold Coast Renaissance Faire L N E E E D A F F • Swimming Pool * Swell Sculpture Festival • BBQs APRIL Powered Sites $36 $8 • Kiosk OCTOBER Unpowered Sites $30 $8 • Public STD Phone • Laundry NERANG * Surfers Paradise Festival • Amenities Block ADVANCETOWN 3 The Cooly * GarterBelts & Gasoline CARAVAN PARK Classic Ocean Swim Nostalgia Festival 8-10 Supanova Pop * Kingfisher Reality Hinze Burleigh Swim Run Dam Culture Festival E N L N 9-10 Gold Coast Triathlon * Gold Coast Sevens – Fever Pitch (Rugby) ASHMORE A – World Series 10 Luke Harrop * Gold Coast International Marine Expo Memorial Triathlon G 21-23 Castrol Gold Coast 600 Ashmore Palms provides a fun, yet relaxed, holiday setting for families, couples & groups visiting the Gold 17 Gold Coast Bulletin Fun Run Coast. The village offers quality self-contained cabins, family friendly facilities & 25 ANZAC Dawn 27-30 PRE-CHRISTMAS CARAVAN free kids activities. EXIT 69 Service, Currumbin & CAMPING SALE, E E (Off M1) L N E SOUTHPORT- BRISBANE SHOWGROUNDS A F F • 2 Pools NERANG RD 30 Australian Super QUEEN • 2 Playgrounds (ROUTE 20) ST Corporate Triathlon Cabins (ensuite) $108 $15 • Free Kids Activities Palm Cottage $147 $15 • Macaw Parrots Classic Family Villa $160 $15 • Rainforest Walkway Macaw Mansion $220 $15 • Tour Desk
HINDE ST For more information on these and other events call GOLD COAST HIGHWAY Gold Coast Tourism Phone: 1300 309 440. ASHMORE PALMS PACIFIC MOTORWAY (M1)PACIFIC MOTORWAY HOLIDAY VILLAGE N E
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GOLD COAST REGION 33 BURLEIGH HEADS T G Situated in the heart of Burleigh Heads across the road from the famous Burleigh Beach & National Park. GOLD COAST REGION Close to swimming pool, shops, hotels, bowls club & fi ne restaurants. Prime Ocean fi shing area. 20min drive to theme parks. A holiday to remember. BURLEIGH N E E E BEACH GOODWIN TCE D A F F • BBQ/Camp Kitchen TOURIST • Gas Refi lls and Ice PARK Cabins (ensuite) $115 $10 • Laundry Facilities
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HAYLE ST D L O SEE R ER ISE E E G GEORGE ST N E JACOBS WELL T Located at the southern end of Moreton Bay approx. 20km north of Surfer’s Paradise, it is adjacent to a boat ramp, restaurant & shops. Enjoy the peace and quiet and abundance of native wildlife. Dreamworld and Movie World are just 15mins away. TO BRISBANE BEENLEIGH N E E E 4km D A F F • Dog Friendly Sites PIMPAMA-JACOBS WELL RD JACOBS WELL • BBQ/Camp Kitchen TOURIST Cabins (ensuite) $95 $10 • Laundry Facilities PACIFIC HIGHWAY PARK Premium Powered Sites $32 $10 • Easy Access Villa 19km Powered Sites $29 $10 • Playground Premium Unpowered Sites $25 $10 • Safe Swimming encl. Unpowered Sites $24 $10 16GC010
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