Welcome to the Northern Gold Coast
Hillsea Real Estate was established in 1986 and now has six offices in key locations, together with a stand alone Property Management Department.
At Hillsea, we acknowledge our responsibility as a large company to “give back” to the community. The Hillsea group donates substantially to national groups including World Vision, The Salvation Army and The Smith Family, and supports local community groups and clubs. Our senior managers and auctioneer also donate time and energy to local schools and fundraising events.
In addition, you’ll also find a list of phone numbers that may assist you.
We hope you have a wonderful start in your new home and hope you use the following guides as a regular reference in organising your day to day activities on the “Always Amazing, Ever Changing” spectacular Northern Gold Coast.
A BETTER LIFESTYLE
Location
The Northern Gold Coast region encompassing Labrador, Parkwood, Arundel, Biggera Waters, Runaway Bay, Hollywell, Coombabah, Paradise Point, Helensvale, Gaven, Monterey Keys, Hope Island, Sanctuary Cove, Oxenford and Coomera – is just simply superb and ideally located South of Brisbane and North of Surfers Paradise with easy commuter access to both. Indeed a delightful place to live, work and play.
There are many beach / broadwater locations ideally suited for swimming / family picnics / watersport, or simply enjoying the outdoors.
Population
Currently the sixth largest city in Australia and one of the fastest growing regions for the past 30 years, the Gold Coast has a population of 507,439* which swells by an average of 100,000 visitors on any one day. The growth rate is approximately 6% per annum.
Climate
Perhaps one of the best climates on earth! With an average of 300 days of sunshine each year, this subtropical climate is perfect for just about everyone to enjoy all that the city has to offer. The average summer temperatures are between 19-29 degrees Celsius and in winter between 9-21 degrees Celsius.
Transport
The Gold Coast is linked to Brisbane by rail. Four stations with ample parking are conveniently located at Ormeau, Coomera, Helensvale and Nerang for commuting residents. Local transport includes a bus service and a large taxi fleet.
FACILITIES
STATE SCHOOLS
Arundel Primary Ph: 5561 4888
Biggera Waters Primary Ph: 5537 1033
Coombabah High Ph: 5594 0155
Coombabah Primary Ph: 5577 2611
Coomera Primary Ph: 5573 1251
Gaven Primary Ph: 5573 7933
Helensvale High Ph: 5573 8555
Helensvale Primary Ph: 5573 2499
Labrador Primary Ph: 5537 6974
Musgrave Hill Primary Ph: 5531 3919
Oxenford Primary Ph: 5573 2305
Pacific Pines High Ph: 5502 5111
Pacific Pines Primary Ph: 5502 5333
Upper Coomera Ph: 5580 7555
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
AB Patterson – Primary & Secondary Ph: 5594 7947
Aquinas College – Primary & Secondary Ph: 5539 2033
Coomera Anglican College Ph: 5585 9900
Jubilee Primary School Ph: 5502 8566
St Francis Xavier Primary Ph: 5537 2633
St Stephens College – Primary & Secondary Ph: 5573 8662
DOCTORS
(a list of a few of the medical centres in our area)
Coombabah Medical Clinic Ph: 5577 4811
Coomera Family Practice Ph: 5573 1941
Helensvale Surgery Ph: 5573 2122
Labrador Medical Centre Ph: 5532 1822
Olsen Ave Day & Night Medical Centre Ph: 5571 1638
Oxenford Medical Centre Ph: 5573 1122
Paradise Point Medical Centre Ph: 5577 3788
Parkwood Family Practice Ph: 5571 7233
Paradise Point Medical Clinic Ph: 5577 1866
Runaway Bay Doctor’s Surgery Ph: 5537 3311
HOSPITALS
Allamanda Private – Southport Ph: 5532 6444
24 Hour Emergency Centre Ph: 5591 9400
Gold Coast Hospital Ph: 5591 9400
VETS
Arundel Veterinary Surgery Ph: 5529 0700
Coomera Veterinary Surgery Ph: 5573 2330
Helensvale Veterinary Surgery Ph: 5573 3355
Labrador Veterinary Surgery Ph: 5591 2255
Oxenford Veterinary Surgery Ph: 5573 1414
Runaway Bay Veterinary Surgery Ph: 5537 3611
SPORTS CLUBS
The Northern area features virtually any sport you might wish to participate in, be it a sport for the children or for yourself. In summer or winter, indoor or outdoor, competitive or social, you’ll find a club to suit you! May we suggest you consult your local yellow pages for a comprehensive list of all the venues.
CINEMAS
Harbour Town Reading Cinemas – Biggera Waters Ph: 5529 3066
Birch, Carrol & Coyle Cinemas – Australia Fair, Southport Ph: 5531 2200
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Surfside Bus Ph: 13 1230
Regent Taxi Ph: 13 1008
LIBRARIES
Helensvale, Sir John Overall Drive Ph: 5573 6555
Runaway Bay, Lae Drive Ph: 5581 7220
PARKS
Members of the public are more than welcome to use Council parks for their own special events, totally free of charge. However, booking is advised. This can be made in writing to the Councils Chief Executive Officer nominating the park, date, time and outlining the proposed event. For further details Ph: 5581 6929.
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Police Ph: 000
Coomera Police Station Ph: 5573 6111
Runaway Bay Police Station Ph: 5537 5099
Southport Police Station Ph: 5571 4215
Fire Brigade Ph: 000
Helensvale Fire Station Ph: 5529 4215
Hollywell Fire Station Ph: 5564 1307
Energex – Emergency Service Ph: 13 6262
Ambulance Ph: 000