This northern Gold Coast beach swimming spot is perfect for families. Shady trees, a great fishing spot, comfortable picnic area, shade sails on the sand and a safe swimming beach makes for the perfect day out.
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Where to swim on the Gold Coast
Suffering through another Gold Coast summer without a swimming pool at home? Don’t worry!! Aside from the obvious beaches, there are so many amazing options, whether it be swimming pools, splash zones or swimming enclosures. I’ve rounded up a great list of both paid and free options to keep your cool this summer!
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a lush, 27-hectare outdoor space connecting wildlife and nature with the community. There is so much to see and do: Cuddle a koala, pat a kangaroo or book a hospital tour - whether paid or free, there are so many opportunities to interact with the animals and see the Sanctuary in action up close. Don't miss the Extinction Trail where you can get up close with dinosaurs, and the Wild Island water park and playground!
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Alexander Clark Park, Loganholme
Alexander Clark Park at Loganholme is a huge parklands filled with recreational options. The Australian themed playground is the real highlight of this space and provides lots of fun for families.
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Tamborine Mountain Botanic Gardens
Tamborine Mountain Botanic Garden's family-friendly discovery trail, Sooty Owl’s Creekside trail will intrigue, surprise and educate children and adults alike.
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Bookness Mudgeeraba
Bookness Mudgeeraba is a gorgeous little bookstore cafe, serving up light refreshments alongside a selection of quality books and gifts. Here you'll find racks of beautifully curated books across a range of categories, lounges and cafe tables to grab a seat and enjoy a coffee, and a cute children's corner with books to ignite their imaginations!
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Pimpama Sports Hub, Pimpama
The Pimpama Sports Hub is home to the northern Gold Coast's state-of-the-art aquatic centre with Olympic-standard 50m swimming pool, netball and tennis facilities and heaps of other recreational and sporting options. Built on a 14-hectare site, it has a large outdoor events space for things like Carols by Candlelight and outdoor movies, and also a community centre. The cherry on the top is the children's playground and walking trails, making this an inviting hub for families to visit any day of the week.
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Globe Trotters Travel Cafe, Mudgeeraba
A kid friendly cafe, allowing parents to relax over their coffee and even plan their next holiday! Kids will love the cubby house, parents will love the tasty and great value menu, and relaxing atmosphere.
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Christmas gifts for classmates & teachers
Here is a round up of some simple, low cost classmate and teacher Christmas gifts for end of year parties and gifting!
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The Junction GC, Burleigh Heads
The Junction GC at Burleigh Heads is a fantastic family friendly cafe, with gated play space and relaxing atmosphere. Grab a coffee to go, settle in for a morning tea get together with your mums group, or catch up on those work emails while the kids are occupied for a few minutes. Service is outstanding, delivered with a smile and zero hassle!
