Welcome to the Gold Coast. Australia s Gold coast. Australia s best training Environment. Major Sporting events

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4 Welcome to the Gold Coast Australia s Gold coast 8 10 Australia s best training Environment Major Sporting events GOLD COAST 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES HOST CITY Gold coast 2018 commonwealth games competition venues World Class sporting FACILITIES LEADERS IN SPORTS SCIENCE AND ALLIED HEALTH Customised accommodation options A WORLD BEYOND TRAINING Accessing the Gold Coast THE Support of a winning team Council of the City of Gold Coast makes no statements, representations or warranties relating to accuracy or completeness and you and all other persons should not rely upon any information contained in this publication. Any reference to any specific organisation, product or service does not constitute or imply its endorsement or recommendation by the Council of the City of Gold Coast. Council of the City of Gold Coast disclaims all responsibility and all liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses, damages and costs you might incur as a result of the information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way and for any reason. 6 7

5 Welcome to the Gold Coast As Mayor of the Gold Coast I am honoured to introduce you to our great city. As a centre for sporting excellence, we have a proud sporting tradition and a strong have-a-go spirit. In the lead-up to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games we are embracing change and dreaming big. More than $200 million in new and upgraded sporting facilities will be built in preparation for the event. In recognition of the importance we place on being an international sport city, the City of Gold Coast has a dedicated team to assist you to bring your next training camp or event in the city. I invite you to consider the Gold Coast as training centre for your high-performance sporting program or location for your next event. The Gold Coast is already a training destination of choice for international sporting teams. Our world class facilities, expert sport science capabilities and sport-friendly accommodation options make training in our city cost-effective and enjoyable. MAYOR TOM TATE 8 9

6 Australia s Gold Coast The Gold Coast is a city coming of age. It is a place of opportunity that, over the next decade, will transform into a globally recognised city while retaining its enviable lifestyle and stunning natural environment. As one of Australia s favourite tourism destinations, there is also an abundance of entertainment options and accommodation providers that specialise in catering to large sporting teams. The international spotlight will be on the Gold Coast in 2018, when the city hosts one of the largest multisport events in the world the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018). sporting apparel and equipment to experts in sports coaching and management and internationally recognised architects who are designing facilities around the world. Welcoming a growing number of sports teams each year, the Gold Coast is one of Australia s premier sport destinations. The Gold Coast offers a combination of high quality training and playing facilities; cutting edge research and expertise in sports science; and an innovative sport industry. Strategically located on the edge of the Asia-Pacific rim, with access to two international airports, the Gold Coast is perfectly positioned as a destination for sport. Stretching along 57 kilometres of coastline and bordered by vast, sub-tropical rainforests, the Gold Coast offers one of Australia s best training environments. There are a growing number of international champions coming out of the Gold Coast, including: Olympic hurdles gold medallist, Sally Pearson; world surfing champions, Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson and Stephanie Gilmore; world sailor of the year, Mat Belcher; US Masters golf champion, Adam Scott; US Open tennis champion, Sam Stosur; and professional men s tennis player, Bernard Tomic. Each year the Gold Coast welcomes more champions to the city when it plays host to major sporting events including the Gold Coast Marathon, Quiksilver and Roxy Pro professional world surfing events, Magic Millions Horseracing Carnival and PGA Championships to name a few. As host city for the Commonwealth Games, the Gold Coast is embracing transformative civic projects like never before, with more than $13.5 billion in major infrastructure projects planned or underway that will change the face of our city in a way that is distinctly our own. This includes approximately $200 million in new world class sporting infrastructure to be constructed in readiness for GC2018, building on the city s existing high performance sporting facilities. With a robust economy valued at more than $30 billion, and an ambitious strategy that encourages innovation and sustainable growth, the Gold Coast continues to remain at the forefront of the sports industry. The city is a hub for cutting edge sports businesses; from manufacturers of high-performance As a city that encourages forward-thinking, the Gold Coast is leading the way in sports science. Our three universities Bond, Griffith and Southern Cross are at the forefront of sports research, with Australia s largest sports science research project, new university health facilities and Australia s first Doctor of Physiotherapy program. The City of Gold Coast has a significant sport attraction program to assist you with all of your sport related needs. Contact our experienced team to find out how we can assist you every step of the way. W sportgoldcoast.com.au P E sport@goldcoast.qld.gov.au 10 11

7 Quick facts Sub-tropical climate Average summer temperatures Average winter temperatures Summer Autumn/Fall Winter C (66 83 F) 9 21 C (48 69 F) December February March May June August Spring Approx sunrise/sunset summer Approx sunrise/sunset winter September November 4.50am/7pm 6.30am/5pm Australia s best training Environment With an enviable natural environment, the Gold Coast is widely acknowledged as one of the best sports training locations in the world. Sporting teams can make use of 52 kilometres of sandy beaches, 200 kilometres of navigable waterways, a 36 kilometre network of coastal pathways, more than 2600 parks covering 21,000 hectares and world heritage-listed rainforests. Average rainfall summer 67mm Average rainfall winter 76mm Humidity (average 3pm relative humidity) Summer 70% Autumn/Fall 65% Winter 56% Spring 65% The Gold Coast enjoys a sub-tropical climate. The region receives an average of 10 hours of sunshine a day for close to 300 days per year; with an average summer temperature measuring degrees (70% humidity) and an average winter temperature measuring 9 21 degrees (56% humidity). Australian Football League, St Kilda training camp 12 13

8 Olympic My career highlights include winning a gold medal at the World Youth Games in 2003, a silver medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, becoming world champion (100m hurdles) at the 2011 World Athletics Championships in South Korea and achieving the ultimate goal of winning a gold medal at the London Olympic Games in The city offers easy access via Gold Coast and Brisbane international airports. We are a world famous holiday destination, with a variety of available sports specific accommodation venues and plenty of activities to add to training camp programs. I attribute part of my success to the training and coaching I have received on the Gold Coast. The warm climate, the beaches and hundreds of parks, as well as top quality local sports facilities, provide a perfect training environment. As a Gold Coast athlete competing internationally, I am thrilled about the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games and believe they will be a major driver for sports development in the city. I think the Gold Coast is the perfect choice for high performance sports training camps but don t just take my word for it, come and see for yourself. Sally Pearson Olympic Gold Medallist

9 Major Sporting Events The Gold Coast has an ambitious event acquisition strategy and has invested significantly to grow its existing event portfolio. Each year the Gold Coast plays host to local, national and international sporting events including Australian PGA Championships, Gold Coast Marathon, Magic Millions Horseracing, Quiksilver and Roxy Pro, Pan Pacific Masters Games, Gold Coast 600 V8 Supercars and Gold Coast Triathlon. With a strong local sporting community the Gold Coast is home to national sporting teams the Gold Coast Titans (National Rugby League) and Gold Coast Suns (Australian Football League). The Gold Coast is also home to a range of peak sporting bodies including Association of Surfing Professionals, V8 Supercars Australia, Australian Institute of Sport (sprint canoe, triathlon and BMX), Baseball Australia, Triathlon Australia and Mountain Bike Australia. Recent investment into new and redeveloped sporting infrastructure continues to improve the city s ability to attract and host international sporting events Quiksilver Pro surfing competition

10 2018 Commonwealth Games Host City The international spotlight will be on the Gold Coast in 2018, when the city hosts one of the largest multi-sport events in the world the Commonwealth Games athletes and team officials from 71 Commonwealth nations and territories will participate in 11 days of competition, with the event broadcast to almost one third of the world s population. The Gold Coast Aquatic Centre Australia s newest international-standard centre made its international debut as the venue for the 2014 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships. This major event saw two world records broken, reinforcing the aquatic centre s reputation as the perfect venue for world champions to compete at their best. The recently completed centre includes a new 50 metre competition pool, 50 metre training pool, dive platform and pool, indoor learn-to-swim centre, conference facilities, gymnasium and café. Work is about to commence on the $100 million redevelopment of Carrara Sports Precinct. This internationally significant sports precinct, which incorporates the 25,000 seat Carrara Stadium (upgraded to 40,000 for the Commonwealth Games), and the world class new Carrara Sports and Leisure Centre, will host the Commonwealth Games opening and closing ceremonies, athletics, badminton, wrestling and weightlifting competition. Carrara Sports Precinct is also home to one of the city s two national sporting franchises, the Gold Coast Suns AFL team, and is an ideal major event and high-performance training location. The Gold Coast is already a training destination of choice for international sporting teams and new infrastructure for the Commonwealth Games will ensure the city has the facilities to meet any requirement Gold Coast Aquatic Centre

11 Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games competition venues Here are just a few of the competition venues available post GC2018. Commonwealth Games Village This 29 hectare site includes 1200 apartments and townhouses across 30 buildings, including a central park and boulevard. Gold Coast Aquatic Centre The Gold Coast Aquatic Centre is an outdoor venue featuring a new 50 metre competition pool, refurbished 25 metre pool, 50 metre pool, dive pool and new dry dive facilities. Broadbeach Bowls Club Four international standard bowls green and refurbished clubhouse facilities make this venue one of Australia s premier lawn bowls venues. Nerang Mountain Bike Trails Upgrades include a new international competition and standard mountain bike trail and further upgrades at the Gold Coast Cycle Centre. Gold Coast Sports Precinct Redevelopment of the precinct included Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre, Carrara Stadium and the Southern Precinct with community sporting fields. Gold Coast Hockey Centre The centre has been upgraded, providing two all-weather, synthetic pitches and seating for 5000 spectators. Coomera Indoor Sports Centre A brand new facility, Coomera Indoor Sports Centre is the centrepiece for the transformation of Coomera Sports Park into a significant elite and community sports precinct. Broadwater Parklands The Broadwater Parklands has undergone significant upgrades in recent year making it the Gold Coast s premier foreshore park

12 The warm weather, beaches and parks, as well as top quality training facilities, provide real advantages for athletes looking to experience a world class event, or take in some off-season training in the perfect environment. Cameron Hart, Chief Executive Officer Events Management Queensland Gold Coast Marathon Gold Coast Marathon

13 World class sporting FACILITIES Sporting teams from across the globe come to the Gold Coast to train and compete at our world class facilities. The Gold Coast boasts two multi-purpose stadiums Metricon Stadium and Cbus Super Stadium Olympic-standard swimming pools and athletic tracks and sport-specific venues including hockey grounds, tennis centres, gymnasiums, sailing facilities and beach volleyball. Our premier venues have been designed with team experience in mind. Many of our facilities offer grandstand seating, good sight lines, unique corporate facilities and well-equipped change rooms with the majority including amenities for the disabled. The Gold Coast also offers incredible cross-training options including our beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waterways, pathways stretching along the coastline and sporting fields. The hinterland provides a diverse range of rainforest tracks with varying inclines. The Gold Coast s strategic geography means that many of our venues and support services are within a 20 kilometre radius, enabling teams to spend less time travelling. Metricon Stadium 24 25

14 To Brisbane 50km (30mins) Upper Coomera M1 Coomera 1 inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity 2 3 Helensvale 5 4 GOLD COAST SPORT FACILITIES MAP KEY Sporting facility Gold Coast Compound Coomera Sports Park Sports Super Centre Gold Coast Hockey Centre Sports science and education Griffith University Bond University Southern Cross University inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity Nerang M Southport Robina Surfers Paradise Broadbeach Southport Sharks Griffith University Gold Coast Aquatic Centre Gold Coast Athletics Centre Queens Park Tennis Centre Southport Yacht Club The Southport School Gold Coast Cycling Centre Nerang Mountain Bike Trails Carrara Sports Precinct and Metricon Stadium RACV Royal Pines Golf Club Broadbeach Bowls Club Accommodation Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove Resort Sports Super Centre QT Gold Coast Outrigger Surfers Paradise Soul Surfers Paradise RACV Surfers Paradise Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise Peppers Broadbeach Mercure Gold Coast Resort Tallebudgera Active Recreation Centre Ashmore Palms Holiday Village Mudgeeraba Varsity Lakes 32 Burleigh Heads Convention and Exhibition Centre Cbus Super Stadium Pizzey Park Miami Aquatic Centre 35 Outrigger Twin Towns 28 Bond University Elanora Bill Pippen Oval Somerset College 31 Sports House 33 Coolangatta Tallebudgera Active Recreation Centre KDV Sport

15 Stadiums and sports precincts inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity The Gold Coast Sports Precinct consists of: Hall 1: Seven modern and flexible sports courts which can be transformed into a large show arena with grandstand seating for up to 5000 people. Effortlessly morphs from large-scale elite sporting event to crowdpleasing corporate venue, perfect for a multitude of special events square metres of flexible space Outside 2 snack bars bar speciality rooms: physio/drug testing/first aid 4 official change rooms 8 team change rooms courtside café and bar ticket office/cloak room. Gold Coast Sports Precinct (Carrara Stadium) Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games venue Carrara Sports Precinct will undergo a $100 million redevelopment for the Commonwealth Games that will Metricon Stadium is a $144 million facility, with regular capacity of 27,500 (upgraded to 40,000 for the Commonwealth Games) and is home to the city s Australian Football League (AFL) team, the Gold Coast Suns. The stadium features an oval shaped playing surface that has previously hosted sporting events, 5000 person high grandstand seating state-of-the-art sprung floors timber floor space: 92 metres x 65 metres ceiling height: 14 metres fully air-conditioned international digital broadcast lighting LED production screen loading dock access broadcast compound commentary booth public address system Easy accessibility easily reached location 50 minutes from Brisbane Airport 30 minutes from Gold Coast Airport 15 minutes from Broadbeach 4 minutes from M1 adjacent to Nerang train station, 3 minutes by shuttle or 15 minute walk extensive parking facilities (400 undercover and 1100 external spaces). transform it into an internationally significant elite and high performance sports precinct. Redevelopment will include refurbishment of the existing indoor centre as well as construction of the new world class Carrara Sports and Leisure Centre. concerts, music festivals and corporate events. In the future the stadium is designed to accommodate ICC cricket matches, soccer matches and athletics events. The facility has been tried and tested by: 6 multi-sports courts 1 show court. Hall 2: Incorporates a large light-filled space which includes eight sports courts with 350 spectators Metricon Stadium grandstand seating for 25,000 people unique corporate facility includinh corporate suites and function rooms. The Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre is a new Gold Coast Suns (AFL) seating available upstairs. multi-purpose facility with a show court (up to 5000 seats) and up to 15 indoor courts already successfully being used for major weekly community sports such as basketball, netball, futsal and volleyball. This precinct also caters for outdoor sports, with community and elite football fields. Australian men s and women s football teams Australian Men s Basketball Team (Boomers) major music festivals and concerts. Gold Coast Sports Precinct 6006 square meters 350 spectator tiered seats state of-the-art sprung floors timber floor space 91 metres x 66 metres ceiling height: 14 metres W cityofgoldcoast.com.au/majorevents court controllers room P A Nerang-Broadbeach Road, Carrara 8 multi-sport courts

16 Cbus Super Stadium Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games venue Cbus Super Stadium is a $160 million, 27,400 seat stadium located at Robina. This multi-purpose, world grandstand seating for 27,400 people state-of-the-art technologies to enhance spectator experience The Southport School The Southport School (TSS) is a leading education facility specialising in the development of athletes. Football and cricket 9 international standard ovals class sporting and entertainment stadium is the home of the Gold Coast Titans National Rugby League team. The facility has been tried and tested by: environmentally-friendly design 2 function rooms (500-person capacity) 101 open corporate boxes 25 enclosed suites It has invested significantly in quality sporting infrastructure that is used extensively by sporting teams for training camps. The school is centrally located, allowing for quick and easy access to hotels and entertainment options. Swimming and water polo Olympic standard 50 metre, 12-lane pool with racing blocks (heated all year round) 25 metre, 6-lane lap pool (heated all year round) National Rugby League games W cbussuperstadium.com.au The facility has been tried and tested by: water polo facilities 2008 Rugby League World Cup games The Gold Coast IRB Rugby Sevens World Series competition P A Cbus Super Stadium Centreline Place, Robina Australian men s and women s basketball teams Rugby Union teams from Australia, England, Hong Kong, Canada, Scotland and South Africa Gymnastics training pit and equipment Other sports International Rugby Union test matches National A League games Nitro-Circus action sports show National and International soccer and football teams multi-sport arena with two indoor courts 1 undercover court for basketball, badminton, volleyball, futsal, gymnastics and rock-climbing retractable seating for 1000 people weights W tss.qld.edu.au P A Winchester Street, Southport

17 Multi-purpose Sports centres inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity Sports Super Centre The Sports Super Centre is an official training venue for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. As a multi-purpose sports centre for health and fitness excellence, this caters for all sports in one location. The centre features a range of world-class sporting facilities, including a synthetic competition hockey pitch, a 50m international standard swimming pool, athletics stadium, a 600 square metre open-air gym and more. The Sports Super Centre opened in September 2000 as an elite training base for international athletes competing at the Sydney Olympic Games, including Canada and Moroccan Athletics teams. Over more than a decade, the centre has played host to many elite sporting teams from Australia and around the world who have visited the sunny Gold Coast to train, play and stay. Owned and operated by the Queensland Government s Department of Education and Training (DET), the centre is located on almost 20 acres at the northern Gold Coast s Runaway Bay. The Sports Super Centre is located only a short drive from the Gold Coast s busy tourism mecca Surfers Paradise, and the thriving central business districts of Southport and Broadbeach. The facility has been tried and tested by: athletes training at the Sports Super Centre prior to the 2000 Olympics produced 31 medals, including England, Germany, USA, Norway, the Bahamas, Barbados, Estonia, Romania, Poland, Switzerland, Kazakhstan, Morocco and Ireland during the Rugby World Cup in 2006, the centre hosted Samoa, New Zealand, England, South Africa, Ireland and Tonga, along with the Australian Wallabies for triathlon, national teams from Italy, Brazil, Poland, USA, Portugal, England and Germany many Australian and international rugby league, rugby union and AFL teams paralympian s have regularly prepared for international events at the Sports Super Centre the English Women s netball team trained and stayed at the Sports Super Centre ahead of the 2015 Netball World Cup New Zealand para-athletics and Australian athletics teams for pre-rio 2000 Olympic Games camp Australian women s soccer team, the Matildas the Japanese, Brazilian and New Zealand swimming teams preparing for Pan Pacific Games in synthetic competition hockey pitch 50 metre international standard swimming pool international standard athletics track 600 square metre open-air gym. W sportssupercentre.com.au P A Morala Avenue, Runaway Bay 32 33

18 Bond University The Bond University High Performance Training Centre provides award winning strength and conditioning facilities, supporting the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine teaching and research programs, as Gym 559 square metre strength and conditioning gym and training facility Hammerstrength and Ironedge equipment (8 lifting platforms) 185 square metre change room and bathroom facilities. Pool 4 lane, 25 metre heated indoor pool lane 1 and 2 are standard FINA depth lane 4 and 5 have 4 flat platforms for rehab at approximately 5 metre intervals from 1.35 metre at shallow end to 2 metre at the deep end. Chamber hypoxic only (heat and humidity) 60 square metres 10 person 2 treadmills, 3 watt bikes and 4 rowing machines. well as elite sporting organisations requiring access to a high end training and recovery facility. This facility is located adjacent to Robina Stadium. Recovery Pools pool 1: cold walk-through, 15 metre x 1.5 metre x 1.35 metre, run at 14 degrees pool 2: cold plunge, 7 metre x 1.5 metre x 2 metre, run at 14 degrees pool 3: warm spa, 7 metre x 1.5 metre x 2 metre, run at 38 degrees plunge and spa pool temperatures can be adjusted with 48 hours notice. Other facilities sauna and steam rooms conference facilities and meeting rooms with audio-visual kitchen, breakout spaces, private outdoor BBQ. The facility has been tried and tested by: professional National Rugby League teams professional Australian Football League W bond.edu.au/hsm P A University Drive, Varsity Lakes 34 35

19 KDV Sport Accreditations: Pizzey Park KDV Sport is a modern, state-of-the-art sporting complex providing high quality golf and tennis facilities and coaching using the latest technology available for improved performance. The sport centre has a 40 bay split-level golf driving range, fitness centre (with pool and sauna), mini golf, function rooms, restaurant, 20 tennis courts (12 clay, eight hardcourt), golf course, chipping/putting area, club fitting services and private golf coaching studios. KDV s vision is to be the market leading golf and tennis facility in the world for local, domestic and international guests seeking a professional, friendly and safe environment. KDV Sport provides the facilities and training services necessary to nurture and develop the talents of golfers and tennis players in a range of ages, while also being committed to giving everyone from beginner to professional the opportunity to participate and enjoy golf and tennis. golf coaches, PGA members advanced coaching head of fitness Certificate III and IV Fitness golf coaches, TPI certified in both coaching and junior development golf coaches are Trackman Master Professionals head of performance, tennis former NSW National Academy/Manager ( ) head of performance, tennis former Australian Junior Davis Cup Captain (2015) head of performance, tennis coached 3 top 100 ATP/ WTA players (2002 present) golf and tennis professional coaching services 20 tennis courts (12 clay/8 hardcourt) 40 bay driving range (split level/underover) fitness centre (gym, sauna, pool, ice baths) Pizzey Park is a large multi-purpose venue that can cater for a range of sports and teams. This hub of sporting activity capitalises on the city s natural assets with beautifully manicured ovals, walkways and cycle ways, canals and a skate and BMX park for all sporting levels. This facility has been tried and tested by: Australian women s water polo team Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) sprint canoe/kayak, triathlon and BMX programs USA synchronised swimming team Swimming teams including New Caledonia, USA and Canada Queensland Rugby League Team Professional skateboard and BMX riders rugby league skate and rugby union BMX park tennis football (soccer) swimming cricket softball beach volleyball netball canoeing athletics track kayaking (grass) cycling gymnastics walking W sportgoldcoast.com.au P A Pacific Avenue, Miami restaurant, function rooms and mini golf golf course and short game area (chip and putt) W kdvsport.com P A Nerang-Broadbeach Road, Carrara Specialised Junior Golf Academy (5yrs 18 yrs) High Performance Golf Academy Tennis Performance Pathway Program (3 16+)

20 Griffith University Griffith University is one of Australia s leading sporting universities. With a strong commitment to supporting the local community and international sport, Griffith University is dedicated to achieving excellence in sports science, medical research and clinical practice. Griffith University s Gold Coast campus, centrally located in Southport, is the university s largest campus. Playing host to over 17,300 students, the campus is renowned for expertise in sport and health education and research, and is the site of the new $150 million Griffith Health Centre. Athletics Track international standard track and field facility Swimming 50 metre Olympic, 8-lane heated pool with racing blocks Tennis 2 plexipave tennis courts with floodlighting Beach Volleyball beach volleyball court This facility has been tried and tested by: Queensland Academy of Sport Australian Institute of Sport Swimming Australia Rugby Union teams Australian Rugby League squads Cricket teams W griffith.edu.au P A Parklands Drive, Southport Basketball 1 plexipave basketball court with floodlighting Rugby Union Field located at Gold Coast TAFE, Benowa Road sport field with floodlighting clubhouse exclusive change rooms Other sports fully equipped gymnasium and exclusive change rooms comprehensive group exercise room for aerobics, tai chi, boxing dedicated spin room 38 39

21 Tallebudgera Active Recreation Centre The Tallebudgera Active Recreation Centre is a multi-purpose sport and outdoor recreation venue. The centre has direct surf beach and creek access which are great for cross-training and team recovery sessions. The facility has been tried and tested by: State basketball teams National Rugby League teams Queensland Women s Weightlifting squad W nprsr.qld.gov.au P A Gold Coast Highway, Tallebudgera 3 multi-purpose international standard indoor courts for judo, netball, volleyball, basketball, badminton and futsal 250-seat grandstand 2 outdoor national standard multi-purpose courts with floodlighting for night training or competition in tennis, basketball and netball 1 outdoor field (10 x 150 metre) with lighting 25 metre 6-lane swimming pool with wheelchair access high and low ropes courses fully accessible gymnasium recreation camp able to accommodate groups of up to 480 people in ensuite cabins 15 x 10 metre indoor vertical rock climbing wall various group package deals Gold Coast Suns outdoor training session TRAINING 40 41

22 It has been great to take the team into a different environment. The weather is great here and so are the facilities. At The Southport School (TSS) we ve got three courts, the gym, the pools and the beach so experience says to me that it would be great preparation for the girls and they re very happy with the training environment. Brendan Joyce Former Coach, Jayco Opals Women s Basketball Team 42 43

23 Coomera Sports Park Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games venue Located in Coomera Sports Park, Coomera Indoor Sports Centre is an important piece of community infrastructure for one of the Gold Coast s fastest growing regions. This new $35 million multi-purpose facility accommodates a range of elite and community indoor sports such as netball, volleyball, futsal, gymnastics and basketball. The venue has been designed to world-class competition standards. Key features of the venue design include a 1500 square metre gymnastics arena and eight mixed-use sports courts. This premium complex is designed to be highly versatile, allowing for a variety of events with a maximum seating capacity of Coomera Sports Park also has a range of outdoor sporting fields used for AFL, soccer, rugby union and touch football. 8 multi-use sports courts with a building footprint of 11,760 square metres gymnastics arena 6 change rooms 8 meeting rooms 2 first aid rooms court controller room kiosk accessible amenities 9 bays of mobile seating: total 300 seats 350 mezzanine seating 200 car parking spaces. COURT SPECIFICATIONS sprung wooden floors wooden floor space 100 metres x 55 metres height: 14 metres. Somerset College Somerset College is located around a 30 minute drive to the west of the Gold Coast on approximately 22 hectares of land at Mudgeeraba. The hinterland location allows teams to concentrate on sports performance in a relaxed setting. The college is often utilised by elite training camps and has extensive sporting facilities that in recent years have been continuously upgraded. The facility has been tried and tested by: rugby teams including Queensland Reds swimming teams including Australia, Japan, France and China 2 international-standard indoor courts with sprung flooring lined for Netball, Basketball, and Volleyball fully-equipped fitness centre group fitness and multi-purpose room IAAF accredited 10-lane synthetic running track function and seminar rooms 10-lane Olympic swimming and water polo pool Tennis complex comprising 6 courts and clubhouse premier football (Soccer) match and practice fields 2 full size Rugby fields with change and physio rooms Indoor rock climbing wall W somerset.qld.edu.au W cityofgoldcoast.com.au/majorvenues P P A Somerset Drive, Mudgeeraba A Beattie Road, Coomera 44 45

24 Exhibition centre inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity Southport Sharks Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre Southport Sharks is one of the biggest Australian change room facilities Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games venue main arena seating 6000 people Football League Clubs in Queensland and one of fitness centre featuring over 110 classes per state-of-the-art technology and infrastructure the Gold Coast s premier entertainment and leisure precincts. The Fankhauser Reserve is the home ground of the local AFL team, as well as the training and playing field for junior teams. The fantastic playing surfaces, multiple ovals, training spaces and club facilities make Southport Sharks very popular with sports teams as a competition and training camp venue. week, functional training area and state-ofthe-art equipment separate team gymnasium ice baths accommodating up to 12 athletes physiotherapy rooms and associated services in partnership with Allsports Physio team briefing rooms The $167 million Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre is conveniently located in Broadbeach (central Gold Coast). It specialises in the management of sporting and special events, corporate and association conferences, meeting and national and international exhibitions and concerts. This facility has been tried and tested by: on-site, in-house audio visual services in-house catering for all events up to 3500 W gccec.com.au P A Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach 8 lane, 50 metre swimming pool 10 minute Located in the heart of the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct, Southport Sharks features two premium ovals, a multi-award winning 24/7 Health and Fitness Centre, events centre, separate players gymnasium, ice baths and physiotherapy related services (through our partner, AllSports). The facility has been tried and tested by: walk, in association with our partners Griffith University post-training catering professionally maintained Australian Rules Football ground with 311 lux level lights fence to fence metre x metre boundary to boundary Queensland Firebirds and Australian netball teams National Basketball League games National Cheerleading Championships Gold Coast Marathon and Pan Pacific Masters registration Sport related conventions and trade shows Gold Coast Suns National AFL team metre x 137 metre Southport Sharks NE AFL team Southport Sharks Junior AFL team second training ground viewing platforms and coaches box events centre. W P A Musgrave Avenue, Southport 46 47

25 Aquatic centres Miami Aquatic Centre Gold Coast Aquatic Centre Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games venue The new $41 million Gold Coast Aquatic Centre in the city s CBD is a world class multi-purpose competition and training venue. Seating capacity can be expanded up to 10,000 for major events and the venue can cater for a range of aquatic activities including swimming, water polo, underwater hockey, diving and synchronised swimming. This facility has been tried and tested by: Australian and USA synchronised swimming teams Current Australian swimming team members Australian women s water polo team 50 metre 10-lane competition pool 50 metre 8-lane training pool 25 metre x 18 metre program pool 10 metre x 15 metre indoor learn-to-swim pool diving pool 1, 5, 7.5 and 10 metre heights dry dive training facility change rooms and amenities support facilities 600 square metre gymnasium indoor/outdoor café multi-function conference/meeting rooms consultation rooms crèche This elite facility in the central/southern area of the Gold Coast caters to a range of athletes from training squads to elite athletes. In close proximity to the Gold Coast s beaches and hinterland, the complex offers a diversity of training options. It is also conveniently located close to the Altitude Training Centre that offers Intermittent Hypoxic Training (IHT) to athletes for sports performance enhancement and rehabilitation. This facility has been tried and tested by: Queensland State of Origin Rugby League Team England and New Zealand Rugby League Teams Gold Coast Suns AFL team Triathlon teams including Australian and Great Britain Swimming teams including Australia and China 50 metre, 10-lane competition pool 50 metre, 8-lane training pool support facilities change room and amenities shaded areas disabled access to pool indoor teaching pool 15 metre, 2-lane teaching pool beach volleyball all pools are heated W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/thegoldcoast/miamiaquatic-centre P A 80 Pacific Avenue, Miami W goldcoast.qld.gov.au/thegoldcoast/gold-coastaquatic-centre html P event facilities 155 car parking spaces all pools are heated A Marine Parade, Southport 48 49

26 Sports specific venues inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity Gold Coast Hockey Centre Sports House Queens Park Tennis Centre Bill Pippen Oval Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games venue Sports House is a $4.5 million state-of-the-art facility Queens Park Tennis Centre is located in Southport, Bill Pippen Oval, located at Robina on the Gold Coast, The Gold Coast Hockey Centre is located at Keith located on Lake Orr at Varsity Lakes. The centre the Gold Coast CBD. The centre is conveniently is the home ground of the Gold Coast District Cricket Hunt Park, Labrador. The centre has been upgraded focuses on water based sports and features a leading located a short drive to major hotels and beaches. Club and hosts travelling teams while on the Gold for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, boat shed facility which includes launching and Coast. It boasts a picturesque oval and surrounds providing two all-weather synthetic pitches and seating for 5000 spectators. The redevelopment has established the centre as Queensland s premier hockey venue, providing a valuable, world class competition and training venue for current and future athletes and the Gold Coast community. storage facilities for watercraft. Sports House also has 200sqm of flexible space for training, coaching, workshops, meetings, corporate events, art and craft, sport and recreation services and other community activities. floodlit, 10 tennis court complex, synthetic grass and hard-court surfaces Sam Stosur Tennis Court No.2 clubhouse featuring function room, café, bar and pro-shop with the large playing surface carefully manicured to meet international standards. international standard cricket pitch fully irrigated and drained outfield two Global FIH standard hockey pitches with floodlighting to 500 lux (international requirement) international standard amenities fully equipped sheds and facilities water access for rowing, sailing, dragon boats and canoeing The facility has been tried and tested by: Australian and international professional tennis players: Sam Stosur, Bernard Tomic, Jarmila Gajdosova, floodlit training facilities 9 turf practice wickets 3 synthetic practice wickets The facility has been tried and tested by: The facility has been tried and tested by: Samuel Groth, Ben Mitchell, Marion Bartoli (France) The facility has been tried and tested by: International test matches International hockey tournaments including the JWCQ 2013 event Australian hockey league matches Pan Pacific Masters Games AIS Canoeing Elite Development Squad State and National Dragon Boat Squads Special Olympic sailing program Paralympic canoeing program Pan Pacific Masters games 2011/12 Turkish National Team the historical Bruce Lynton BMW Rosebowl Tennis Championships est.1956, with past champions including Rod Laver, Mal Anderson, Geoff Masters, Pat Cash, Wendy Turnbull, Mark Draper and Bernard Tomic Centre of Gold Coast regional junior tournaments and inter-school competitions Queensland Bulls Cricket Team Irish Cricket Team Australian Southern Stars Women s Cricket Team vs Pakistani Women s Cricket Team (4 game series) Gold Coast Dolphins Cricket Teams W goldcoastdolphins.com.au W goldcoasthockey.com P A Keith Hunt Park, Labrador W P A Christine Avenue, Varsity Lakes W tennisgoldcoast.com P A Queen Street, Southport P A Priddeys Road, Robina 50 51

27 Southport Yacht Club Established in 1946, Southport Yacht Club s purpose is to provide excellent facilities for those interested in boating. Southport Yacht Club Marina awarded 4.5 in the International Gold Anchor accreditation. Enjoy the exceptional and exclusive waterfront dining; the Hollywell Sailing Squadron is home base for dinghies, off-the-beach catamarans, trailable yachts, Etchells and Sailing Academy. In addition to our regular club racing, Southport Yacht Club hosts a range of state and national events throughout the year. Our private retreat Dux, located on South Stradbroke Island is a very popular weekend destination. Accreditations: 4.5 Gold Anchor award winning 300 berth marina super yacht berths 24 hour fuel cruising division waterfront dining and bar function centre sailing academy club racing and events gym 470 Australian Sailing Olympic sub-site. W southportyachtclub.com.au P A Macarthur Parade, Main Beach Fish Friendly Accreditation Gold Coast Athletics Centre Gold Coast Athletics Centre regularly hosts national, state and regional athletics events. The modern facility is located adjacent to Griffith University. The facility has been tried and tested by: Training ground of Gold Coast Olympic Gold Medallist Sally Pearson Athletics teams from Denmark, Sweden, Great Britain, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea Teams competing in the Pan Pacific Masters Games 2008 Under 20 Athletics Championship teams international standard track and field facility 8-lane, 400m synthetic athletics track with a 9-lane straight field event facilities floodlighting for night training photo finish capabilities W sportgoldcoast.com.au P A Parklands Drive, Southport Discover Sailing Centre Awards: 2012 Clubs Queensland Best Large Dining 2014 Marine Queensland Best Marina Dining 2016 Clubs Queensland Best New Innovation Waterscape Pontoon Bar and Gym 2016 Clubs Queensland Young Manager Award Bronwen Hemmings

28 Broadbeach Bowls Club Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games venue The Broadbeach Bowls Club, located at Nikiforides Family Park, Broadbeach, has been upgraded for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games, providing four international standard bowls greens and updated clubhouse facilities. The redevelopment has established the centre as Australia s premier lawn bowls venue, providing a valuable, world class competition and training venue for current and future athletes and the Gold Coast community. Gold Coast Cycling Centre The Gold Coast Cycling Centre regularly hosts national, state and regional level cycling events. velodrome off-road critierium circuit clubhouse and grandstand change rooms Nerang Mountain Bike Trails Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games venue There are ten mountain bike trails located at the Nerang National Park, including Casuarina Grove circuit (2.7km circuit) and three hills track (2km one way). The Nerang Mountain Bike Trails will host the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Mountain Bike competition. The trails utilise the facilities within the Gold Coast Cycling Centre and venture into the Nerang National Park. Riders are able to experience the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games mountain bike race route and also utilise the extensive selection of existing trails within the park. For downhill mountain bike facilities, the Gold Coast s Boomerang Farm located at Mudgeeraba has 10 trails. W nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/nerang P A North Street, Nerang four international standard lawn bowls pitches with floodlighting international standard clubhouse and amenities The facility has been tried and tested by: Regularly hosts national, state and regional level athletics events Preferred training site for numerous countries prior to the 2000 Olympics This facility will also host the Australian Open, the southern hemisphere s largest lawn bowls event for W sportgoldcoast.com.au P A Hope Street, Nerang W broadbeachbowlsclub.com.au P A Surf Parade, Broadbeach 54 55

29 Pizzey Skatepark Pizzey Skatepark is located in Miami approximately 10 minutes from Surfers Paradise. The central location ensures this is the most popular skatepark on the Gold Coast. It is also our largest skate facility and home to the world renowned Pizzey bowl. The skatepark is often the venue for travelling professional skateboarders, however caters to all levels. 11ft old school bowl 10ft bowl 6 4ft bowl street section flow area with 4ft to 5ft transitions W gcparks.com.au P A Ozone Parade, Miami Gold Coast Compound Gold Coast Compound has an international reputation as an exceptional skate and BMX facility. It features international standard competition skating ramps as well as smaller ramps especially for novices. Each year the team welcomes visitors from around the world with people travelling to the city specifically to visit the facility. This facility has been tried and tested by: Qld Scooter and BMX Championships Australian Scooter Championships Monster Energy BMX Tag Team Competition large foam pit resi box resi quarter box jumps spines hips street section stadium seating (400 people) W gccompound.com P A Days Road, Upper Coomera Kyle Baldock BMX rider Australian (winner of many international events) Jed Adams Scooter Australian Ryan Williams Scooter/ BMX Nitro Circus rider Australian Keegan Palmer Skate Boarder Australian Gavin Godfrey Nitro Circus performer USA 56 57

30 RACV Royal Pines Resort This wonderland of green golf courses, fields, accommodation and supporting facilities makes it an ideal venue for hosting high performance training camps. A five star hotel, with a rectangular football field has a long and extensive history supporting high performance sporting teams and events. The facility has been tried and tested by: Australian PGA Championship Queensland Rugby League squads National Rugby League squads Junior Rugby Union teams A-League football camps AFL Training camps W racv.com.au/royalpines P A Ross Street, Benowa FACILITIES 27 hole championship golf course 7700m2 football field which can be marked for numerous different sports requirements gym inclusive of cardio area, free and pin weights, group fitness and treatment rooms outdoor swimming pool with spa 5 tennis courts (two undercover, three outdoor) function and meeting space with capacities to house from 12 to 1000 day spa 58 59

31 LEADERS IN SPORTS SCIENCE AND ALLIED HEALTH Our city s sporting culture is supported by a breadth of experience in sports science, strength and conditioning services and state-of-the-art testing facilities, including three award-winning universities. This fast growing city provides an abundance of health care services for a broad range of athletes and their health and medical requirements, giving teams access to a range of leading sports specific specialists including physiotherapists, sports doctors, exercise physiologists, nutritionists, osteopaths, podiatrists and chiropractors. The Gold Coast has an Altitude Training Centre that works with coaches and athletes to help them achieve their sporting goals in all sports areas, including Intermittent Hypoxic Training (IHT) to athletes for sports performance enhancement and rehabilitation. Bond University Bond University has been listed in the prestigious global top 20 universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings of the Best Small Universities in the world. This is due to its personalised teaching philosophy and outstanding student experience which translates to extraordinary student satisfaction ratings. Bond University has a proud history of sporting tradition. Supporting students in their endeavours to play, compete and represent at all levels. At Bond University, sport is part of DNA, just as it is for all Australians. Bond University sees sport and education entwined: investing in potential, encouraging participation and rewarding performance. Bond University s degrees open up a wealth of exciting career opportunities in sport. The sports management students gain valuable practical experience and mentoring from leading experts in the global sporting industry. Graduates have established careers in a range of settings within the multi-faceted sport industry both nationally and internationally. The exercise and sports science, physiotherapy and nutrition students enjoy extensive access to state-of-the-art laboratories with the latest technologies. Industry relevant practical experience in the classroom is complemented by ample placement opportunities in a variety of sport, exercise and healthcare environments. Degrees include: sports management exercise science sports science nutrition physiotherapy. The Collaborative Research Network for Advancing Exercise and Sports Science is a premier research program lead by Bond University. It brings together partners from prestigious research and sport science institutions including the University of Sydney, the University of Queensland and the Australian Institute of Sport. The total value of the project exceeds $14 million with the aim of producing a world-class program of research in sports, exercise and health science. Bond University runs a number of programs that aim to assist student athletes including scholarship and the Elite Sport Program. This provides students with guidelines for flexible study loads and requirements. The intensive three-semester year that Bond University offers can create an added strain on students trying to balance sport and academia and Bond University work closely with students to offer flexible study options where required. W bond.edu.au/hsm P A University Drive, Varsity Lakes 60 61

32 Griffith University Southern Cross University Ranking in the top three per cent of universities worldwide, Griffith University offers future-focused degrees that are developed in consultation with industry, based on cutting-edge research, and taught by Australia s most awarded teachers. Griffith is known for its high-impact research outstanding student experience, commitment to social justice and welcoming environment. Students can study and specialise in various aspects of sport via a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, including exercise science, sport science and engineering, medicine, musculoskeletal and physiotherapy, nutrition, sport development and sport management. Griffith University is one of Australia s leading sporting universities and brings together sport science expertise and innovative facilities to provide knowledge and technologies that benefit sport and the general public. From preparation to performance and results to recovery, Griffith offers a full range of services to athletes and teams at all levels. Griffith s sport and exercise science research laboratories include state-of-the-art motion analysis and performance testing equipment to assess: aerobic power and anaerobic capacity; kinematic, kinetic and electromyography analysis using latest 3D motion technology (Vicon); and body composition (DXA, pqct imaging). Griffith University s Gold Coast campus is centrally located in Southport and is the university s largest campus. Playing host to over 18,000 students the campus is renowned for expertise in sport and health education and research and is the site of the $150 million Griffith Allied Health Clinic, newly constructed $16 million Griffith University Aquatic Centre and Griffith University Athletics Centre, the official athlete training venue for Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. Degrees include: physiotherapy exercise science sport development sport management sport technology health and physical education. W griffith.edu.au P A Parklands Drive, Southport Southern Cross University is member of the Australian Institute of Sport s Elite Athlete Friendly Universities (EAFU) Network and provides a program that supports Australia s elite athletes to achieve academic excellence whist pursuing a sporting career. Benefits of the University s Elite Athlete Program include flexible academic and administrative support, access to financial support and access to a bonus points admission scheme where eligible. The EAP has attracted elite student athletes from many of the professional players associations including the Gold Coast Suns (AFL) and the Gold Coast Titans (NRL) plus numerous national and state ranking athletes in sports that have chosen the Gold Coast as the hub for their high performance centres. The Gold Coast campus offers a three-year Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science with majors in Exercise Science or Education. From 2019 students on the Gold Coast will also be able to enrol in the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours), a four-year program offering accreditation as a clinical exercise physiologist. Research: staff and postgraduate students in Sport and Exercise Science undertake a wide range of research. This includes current projects examining aspects of surfing (e.g. injury epidemiology, hydration and metabolic cost of surfing, skin cancer prevalence among surfers); analysis of exercise technique using 3D motion capture technology; hamstring injury and rehabilitation strategies; and coaching practice and its role in the development elite level football players. Sport Science Services: students have the opportunity to work with a wide range of local sport organisations in the provision of sport science testing and training program delivery. The campus is located at the southern end of the Gold Coast on the doorstep of world renowned surfing breaks. Degrees include: Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology. W scu.edu.au P A Southern Cross Drive, Bilinga 62 63

33 Customised accommodation options A variety of Gold Coast hotels and resorts offer customised accommodation for sporting teams. Many are able to cater for the specific needs of sporting teams, right down to nutritional support and a great night s sleep. These sport-friendly accommodation providers can be found across the Gold Coast, and close to training facilities. The resorts and hotels listed have a history of successfully accommodating elite national and international sporting teams. For more information on sport friendly accommodation, contact our experienced team: P E sport@goldcoast.qld.gov.au W sportgoldcoast.com.au

34 Soul Surfers Paradise RACV Royal Pines Resort inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity Soul offers five-star luxury for teams wanting to experience a first-class experience while on the Gold Coast. W peppers.com.au/soul-surfersparadise P A The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise RACV Royal Pines Resort offers an extensive range of sporting and recreational facilities including a 27-hole composite golf course, five pro-experience tennis courts and a heated outdoor lagoon swimming pool with spa, perfect for recovery sessions. W royalpinesresort.com.au P A Ross Street, Ashmore Peppers Broadbeach QT Gold Coast The resort has a lap pool, heated resort pool, outdoor star, gymnasium, sauna, steam room and is conveniently located across the road from parks and beaches. W peppers.com.au/broadbeach P A Elizabeth Avenue, Broadbeach QT Gold Coast is located in Surfers Paradise, just a short walk to beaches and the central dining precinct. The hotel has the capacity to provide a tailored accommodation solution to sporting teams. The hotel s unique style and beach and hinterland views have made it a popular choice for training camps. W qtgoldcoast.com.au P A Staghorne Avenue, Surfers Paradise Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove Resort The hotel offers world-class recreational facilities, a one acre salt-water beach lagoon pool, heated terrace pool, spa and 25 metre lap pool, all ideal for recovery sessions, along with expansive lawn and private garden areas for fitness needs. W intercontinental.com P A Manor Circle, Sanctuary Cove Outrigger Twin Towns Resort Outrigger Twin Towns Resort is located at the very southern end of the Gold Coast and offers affordable yet stylish hotel rooms and apartments with private balconies overlooking the Pacific Ocean, hinterland and the Coolangatta and Tweed Heads cityscapes. W twintowns.com.au/resort-outrigger P A Griffith Street, Coolangatta 66 67

35 Outrigger Surfers Paradise Ashmore Palms Holiday Village inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity Outrigger Surfers Paradise offers spacious, refurbished hotel rooms with sweeping views of Surfers Paradise and the Pacific Ocean. Featuring a spacious pool area, spa, tennis court, gymnasium and conference facility, Outrigger Surfers Paradise is the ideal choice for sporting teams. W otriggeraustralia.com P A 22 View Avenue, Surfers Paradise Located at Ashmore towards the northern end of the Gold Coast, Ashmore Palms offers a range of accommodation for groups staying on the Gold Coast. W ashmorepalmsgoldcoast.com.au P A Hinde Street, Ashmore Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise Sports Super Centre Successfully catering to the requirements of professional sporting teams for many years, Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise appreciates the importance of routine, consistency and flexibility. W crowneplaza.com.au P A Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise The Sports Super Centre is a home away from home for many athletes who visit the Gold Coast to train or compete. The centre is a live-in sports training facility with nine eco lodges accommodating up to 286 guests. W rbssc.com.au P A Sports Drive, Runaway Bay Mercure Gold Coast Resort Mercure Gold Coast Resort is designed to cater for elite training squads and is a favourite for many sporting groups, from swimmers to baseball players. The resort provides peaceful accommodation for athletes and is able to cater for the specific dietary requirements of each visiting team. W mercure.com P A Palm Meadows Drive, Carrara Tallebudgera Active Recreation Centre Located within the Tallebudgera Active Recreation Centre are five single-storey accommodation buildings and five doublestorey buildings. The accommodation offers basic shared accommodation for sporting teams adjacent to the beach. W nprsr.qld.gov.au P A Gold Coast Highway, Tallebudgera 68 69

36 A world beyond training inspired by lifestyle + driven by opportunity The Gold Coast offers an envious lifestyle. It is a place of energy, excitement, culture and entertainment. The city is a natural playground of beaches, waterways and bushland bordered by a beautiful coastline and mountainous hinterland. Known world-wide for its 52 kilometres of spectacular surf beaches, Gold Coast is also a smart, creative city offering a variety of shopping, theatres, galleries, a casino, theme parks, exciting nightlife, restaurants and cafes. The hinterland, which provides a backdrop to the city, boasts picturesque villages, historic buildings, wineries, craft galleries and walking trails. We also have an exciting calendar of events and cultural attractions, making it the perfect destination to explore outside of your training schedule. For more information on attractions and entertainment on the Gold Coast, go to destinationgoldcoast.com.au 70 71

37 The Gold Coast has become an annual camp location for our Boomers program over the last 10 years. Our return visits are reflective of our positive experiences over this long period of time. The Gold Coast offers first class facilities and the gorgeous climate only adds to the overall hospitality that is always extended to our national program. Brett Brown, Former Head Coach, Australian Men s Basketball Team (Boomers) Accessing the Gold Coast Gold Coast Airport Gold Coast Airport is one of the fastest growing airports in the country and offers direct domestic and international services. The airport services more than 6.5 million passengers per year and over 350 flights per week. Gold Coast Airport welcomes direct flights from all major Australian cities, including over 25 services a day from Sydney and over 15 a day from Melbourne. Direct flights are available from four New Zealand ports including Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and Queenstown, with connections available from Auckland to West Coast USA and Canada. Regular international air services are available from key Asian ports, including Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Tokyo, offering long haul connections to Middle East, Europe and UK. W goldcoastairport.com.au P A Eastern Avenue, Bilinga Brisbane Airport Brisbane Airport services nearly 23 million passengers, making it the third-largest airport in Australia by passenger numbers. Brisbane Airport is the arrival port for more than 34 airlines, with direct services to 28 international and 35 domestic destinations. Located about one hour north of the Gold Coast, Brisbane is the main international airport servicing South East Queensland. Connected by fast access using the Pacific Motorway and Airtrain, Brisbane s world class airport rail link creates a seamless connection between Brisbane Airport and the Gold Coast. There are also many road transfer options between Brisbane Airport and the Gold Coast including coach transfer, car transfer, hire car and taxi. W brisbaneairport.com.au P A The Circuit Brisbane Airport, Brisbane 72 73