Moving to the Gold Coast

04/03/2025

🌧️ Flood Preparation Info 🌧️

If you're worried that your property might flood, check the council's interactive map showing the potential flood risk for Cyclone Alfred.

🌐 https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/bebdd7fbf82b45359397c3a1d2ad07fc

Sandbag stations are open 8am to 5pm at:

📍 196 Old Pacific Highway, Pimpama (next to the City of Gold Coast Coomera Depot)

📍 42-44 Boyd Street, Bilinga (next to the City of Gold Coast Tugun Depot)

📍 61 Hutchinson Street, Burleigh Heads(at the Reedy Creek Waste and Recycling Centre)

There are also DIY sandbag stations (bring your own shovel) at:

📍 Carrara Sports Precinct Parking (access via Alabaster Drive, Carrara)

📍 414 Coolangatta Road, Tugun (Tugun Village Community Centre)

⏳ Limit of 10 sandbags per customer – get prepared early!

Stay safe, Gold Coast 💪🌀🌧️

17/06/2024

🌟 Customer Journey Highlight 🌟

Natasha & Scott, along with their adult son, were looking for a fresh start and a change of lifestyle, planning to move from Sydney to the beautiful Gold Coast. They reached out to us at to help find and secure the perfect rental home for their family, which included two dogs and a cat.

The search came with its challenges, but with a strong application and a clear understanding of their needs, we managed to secure the ideal property for them. Their journey shows that moving to a new city can be daunting, but with the right guidance and support, it can also be a smooth and exciting adventure.

Here's what Natasha & Scott had to say about their experience:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Moving from Sydney to the Gold Coast was exciting and scary. I found Janneke online and she made searching for a rental home easy, especially since a week before the move, we were in Bali for 10 days. We gave her our list of requirements and she came through on almost everything we asked. The property she secured for us is us to a T. From the original call, she knew exactly what we were after. I can't recommend her enough if you're planning to move interstate. Huge thank you for her patience and understanding."

Relocating to a new city or country can be overwhelming, but I’m here to support and guide you through every step. I take the time to understand your unique lifestyle preferences, budget, and needs. Whether you're buying or renting, I’ll help you secure the perfect home, making your transition smooth and enjoyable.

06/06/2024

Put on your polka-dotted swing dress, grease your engines, and don your dancing shoes because the Cooly Rocks On Festival is back this weekend in Coolangatta! 🎉

From June 5 to 9, 9am-late, celebrate the motors, music, and lifestyle of yesteryear. 🚗🎸🕺

✨ Motors: Over 900 incredible cars, hot rods, and bikes on display.

🎵 Music: Dance to rock ’n’ roll, swing, and rockabilly tunes. Don't miss the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest!

👗 Lifestyle: Enjoy the Pin-up Pageant, Moonlight Swing Dance, and Beachside Rock ‘n’ Roll Dance, plus shop for retro goodies at the beachfront markets.

30/05/2024

🌟✨ It's all happening on the GC this Saturday! SeaFire is back! ✨🌟

Get ready for a spectacular night as fireworks 🎇 displays light up the skies of Surfers Paradise once again. The annual FREE event features an International Fireworks competition where Sweden & Germany will vie for the coveted title.

Here are all the details:

✅ IS THE EVENT FREE?
Yes! This is a non-ticketed free event.

🗓 WHEN IS THE EVENT?
This Saturday 3 June from 6pm to 9pm.

🛣 WHERE IS IT?
Surfers Paradise Foreshore.

💥 WHAT TIME ARE THE FIREWORKS ON?
7pm Team Sweden
8pm Team Germany
8.40pm Winner announced 🥇
8.50pm Finale by Australia’s leading pyrotechnics team, Skylighter Fireworks

♿️ IS THE EVENT INCLUSIVE?
There will be a PWD area setup on the Foreshore, north of Tower 34

📣 WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING?
4pm Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
6pm DJ Pia Pressure

🚀 WHAT PUBLIC TRANSPORT WILL GET ME THERE?
Catch the G:link to Cavill Avenue or make your journey active and walk, ride, scoot or skate to the event. Extra G:link services are running from 5pm to 10pm, every 7.5 minutes 🚊

🚘 WHAT ABOUT PARKING?
If driving your car is a must, be sure to carpool with friends or family. There are many paid car parking options throughout Surfers Paradise, allow extra travel time as heavy traffic is expected.

🍺 CAN I BRING ALCOHOL?
No, this is an alcohol free event.

🐶 CAN I BRING MY PET?
For the wellbeing of all attending the event (and the animal!) we recommend pets are left at home.

🍔 WHAT FOOD WILL BE AVAILABLE?
There is a plethora of food and beverage outlets in the Surfers Paradise precinct 👏 book ahead to secure a table 😌

15/04/2024

Big day for our son! Today marks the start of his journey at Mastery Schools Australia.

About a year ago, he was diagnosed with Dyslexia, and despite the incredible support from his previous school, he was finding it tough.

As a school with a focus on supporting kids with learning difficulties, at MSA, he's in an environment tailored to his needs.

If you're exploring educational options for your child, check out our guide to special assistance schools on the Gold Coast: www.movingtothegoldcoast.com/comprehensive-guide-to-special-assistance-schools-on-the-gold-coast

30/03/2024

Happy Easter from the Gold Coast 🐇

26/03/2024

Curious about the top high schools on the Gold Coast?

🌟🏫 We've listed the top performers based on the latest NAPLAN results!

Read it here 👇👇👇
https://www.movingtothegoldcoast.com/best-high-schools-on-the-gold-coast-top-10-rankings

07/03/2024

Last night, we experienced a terrifying moment when our beloved dog, Koda, suddenly dropped to the ground and had a seizure—stiff, convulsing, and frothing at the mouth. This occurred around 8pm, and I can't begin to express the panic we felt.

Now, why am I sharing this as a community update? Two reasons:

For pet owners, accidents can happen at any time, just like for us humans. However, unlike humans with access to ambulances and emergency services, there's no such thing for our pets. It's crucial to know where your nearest Emergency Vet is (I've listed the Gold Coast options below—save them in your phone).

The vet suspects that Koda's episode may have been caused by one of two things: contact with a cane toad or underlying neurological issues. Although we don't often see cane toads where we live, it's Queensland, so they're everywhere. We've spotted them in our backyard occasionally, but Koda has never shown interest in them.

As a pet owner, here are steps you can take to prevent your dog or cat from coming into contact with a toad:
• Cane toads are nocturnal. Keep your pets inside at night and take them out for toilet breaks on a lead.
• Turn off outside lights and pool lights as much as possible.
• Remove any fresh standing water. Toads look for water without fish in it to breed.
• Place wire mesh around the outside of your fence, burying it at least 10cm and extending it at least 50cm above the ground.
• If you find any in your backyard, get rid of them! Cane toads are considered a major pest in Australia, and it is encouraged to humanely euthanize them.

What to do if your pet comes in contact with a toad:
• Use a damp cloth to wipe their gums, tongue, and roof of the mouth. Wash the cloth thoroughly between wipes. Continue this process for 10-20 minutes.
• Do not use a hose to rinse out the mouth; the toxin is sticky and requires wiping/rubbing to remove it. There is also a significant risk of them inhaling water, causing aspiration pneumonia or drowning.
• Contact your vet. In mild cases, wiping the mouth may be sufficient; however, it is recommended to take them to the vet immediately.
• Symptoms, including mouth irritation, excessive drooling/frothing, vomiting, panting, wobbliness, shaking/seizures, can worsen rapidly, and early treatment will give your pet the best chance of survival.

Emergency Vet Contacts on the Gold Coast:

• Varsity Lakes: Animal Emergency Centre Gold Coast - 24-hour Emergency Service
4/492 Scottsdale Dr, Varsity Lakes QLD 4227
0755 934 544

• Carrara: Animal Emergency Service - After-hours and weekend service
104 Eastlake St, Carrara QLD 4211
07 5559 1599

26/02/2024

Discover the top 20 best-performing primary schools on the Gold Coast based on the 2023 NAPLAN results.

While the private schools once again dominate the top rankings, there are eight Gold Coast state schools that ranked in the top 20. Find out which ones 👇

While private primary schools dominate the top rankings, there are several state schools that consistently rank amongst the top schools on the Gold Coast, and a few that have pushed their way into the top this year. The best-performing school on the Gold Coast for the third consecutive year is The S...

22/02/2024

Peter's Fish Market at Main Beach is getting a dazzling makeover!

The iconic family-run shop has been a local favourite for nearly three decades and serves up a huge variety of the freshest fish and seafood, and arguably the best takeaway fish & chips on the GC.

The new-look Peters Fish Market Mainbeach will be ready to dazzle by Christmas 2025. But don't worry, they'll keep serving up your favourite fish and seafood throughout the entire makeover.

21/02/2024

Discover the winners and losers of the Gold Coast real estate market.

Find out which suburbs are prospering and which are declining.

Read it here 👉 www.movingtothegoldcoast.com/gold-coast-property-market-winning-and-losing-suburbs

24/01/2024

🇦🇺 No plans yet for Australia Day and don't know what to do?!

Home of the Arts - HOTA is hosting an unforgettable evening of fun, music, and family entertainment! 🌟

📅 Date: 26 January
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM, gates open 3:30PM

This FREE family-friendly, alcohol-free extravaganza kicks off at 4 PM with an incredible live and local music lineup on HOTA's Outdoor Stage (limited space available, so arrive early!).

🎶 Plus, there's a plethora of free kids' activities and delicious food trucks to satisfy your taste buds.

Don't miss out on the grand finale🎆 A spectacular fireworks display lights up the night sky at approximately 7:50 PM. 🌌

21/01/2024

Get ready to dive into a world of wonder! ✨🎨

, the acclaimed interactive art playground, is making its mark in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast. Opening its doors on 21 March 2024, this multi-sensory installation promises an unforgettable experience.

🚀 Immerse yourself in 15 jaw-dropping rooms, with five exclusive to the Gold Coast. Light, sound, sculpture, and gaming come together to create an art-filled journey like no other.

🌈 Are you ready to unleash your imagination? Save the date! 🗓️

19/01/2024

Dreaming of the perfect family home on the Gold Coast? Discover the top 5 family-friendly suburbs where safety, excellent schools, and abundant space take centre stage. 🏡✨

👉 www.movingtothegoldcoast.com/gold-coast-ultimate-family-friendly-suburbs

16/01/2024

Back to school next week for us, Gold Coasters! Who else is a little bit excited to get the kids back to school? 🙋‍♀️

Not to worry, though, first week back, and the kids will already have a day off as we celebrate (or not celebrate) Australia Day 🇦🇺 on Friday 25th Jan.

Check out all other Gold Coast school and public holidays for 2024 here 👉 www.movingtothegoldcoast.com/2024-school-public-holidays-on-the-gold-coast-qld

02/11/2023

Gold Coasters certainly love walking barefeet 🦶🦶

Which one are you; a shoes-on or shoes-off kinda person?

Shoes ON = ❤️ / Shoes OFF = 👍

17/10/2023

An expansive new parkland 🌳, situated between the stunning Gold Coast beaches and the picturesque hinterland, is currently in progress.

Robina's Greenheart 💚 will be the Gold Coast's very own Central Park. 🏞

With construction of the 252-hectare sprawling parklands in full swing, here's what the first stage, due for completion in 2025, will bring:

🌟 Endless fun with a fully fenced playground.
💦 Stay cool with a water play area.
🧘‍♂️ Unwind on the serene yoga lawn.
☕ Grab a coffee at the café, and check out the accessible amenities.
🍔 Host a barbecue, picnic, or find shelter when needed.
🎉 Enjoy special events on the spacious events lawn.
⚽ Play your favourite ball sports in a dedicated zone.
🏋️‍♂️ Stay active at the outdoor gym.
🛴 Ride your scooter or bike on the tracks around the park.
🐶 Bring your furry friend to the fenced dog off-leash area.
🅿️ Ample car parking and a convenient bus set stop.

Exciting, right? Learn more about this fantastic project 👉 citygc.au/greenheart.

12/09/2023

Exciting news for Carrarians*🎉 The old Cocos shopping centre in Carrara is getting a makeover and a brand-new identity as Carrara Village. 🛍️✨

It's planned to be food and retail paradise, complete with a fresh food market, restaurants, cozy cafes, a deli and bakery, and so much more!

The construction for this $7 million transformation of the Manchester Rd location is already underway and on track to unveil the all-new Carrara Village by early next year.

📸 Swipe 👉 to see the before & after photos

*Carrarians = people living in Carrara, I'm pretty sure I made this up, so maybe don't repeat 🤔 🤣