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Lifestyle

A vibrant and dynamic city, the Gold Coast offers an enviable lifestyle, making it one of the best places in the world to live, work and play.

Local life

Days spent soaking up the great outdoors, vibrant culture, alfresco dining and retail therapy.

Family friendly

The quality of life on the Gold Coast makes it one of the world’s most family-friendly cities.

Active lifestyle

The Gold Coast offers an incredible natural terrain and climate to get out and be active.

What’s on

Our official guide to a packed calendar of exciting events, happening right across the Gold Coast.

Climate

300 days of sunshine a year, our warm days and balmy nights are more than alluring.

Surfers waiting for waves, Pat Fagan Park

Getting around

Moving around is easy with light rail infrastructure, affordable public transport and two international airports.

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Living on the Gold Coast

The Gold Coast

From our breathtaking beaches to the majestic hinterland, there is nowhere else like the Gold Coast.

Natural beauty

Gold Coast possesses a unique geographical footprint that makes it a haven for nature lovers.