Travel - Coolangatta, QLD
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Coolangatta is Queensland's most southerly coastal town, the gateway to the Gold Coast and Northern New South Wales. Located on the QLD-NSW border near Tweed Heads, Coolangatta is the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxing holiday tempered with the excitement of the Gold Coast just minutes away.
Coolangatta's European History Captain Cook sailed past Coolangatta and the Gold Coast in 1770 at which time he named both Point Danger and Mount Warning. Their names reflected the apparent danger the area presented to ships navigating off the Gold Coast. A light house was later erected at Point Danger to warn ships of the potential hazards and it became the first lighthouse in the world to attempt to use laser technology to aid in navigation. |
Their efforts were unsuccessful and the advanced technology was replaced with the tried and proven conventional navigation aids involving the use of high powered lamps.
Despite Cook's efforts, in 1846 a ship named the "Coolangatta" was wrecked off the coast and the town was named in its honour. Thanks to the Surveyor General of the day, many of the place names on the Gold Coast have been derived form Aboriginal words and the word "Coolangatta" is said to mean "beautiful place".
After the closure of the convict settlement further north where Brisbane is today, many of the newly freed settlers made the move south to the Gold Coast and Coolangatta and it fast became a popular holiday retreat as far back as 1880. The settlers included timber getters, cane farmers, cotton growers, oyster farmers, fisherman and the constant flow of visitors to the area inspired early entrepreneurs and developers. Coolangatta was one of the earliest resort destinations on the Gold Coast and today its beautiful beaches attract visitors from all over the world.
Despite Cook's efforts, in 1846 a ship named the "Coolangatta" was wrecked off the coast and the town was named in its honour. Thanks to the Surveyor General of the day, many of the place names on the Gold Coast have been derived form Aboriginal words and the word "Coolangatta" is said to mean "beautiful place".
After the closure of the convict settlement further north where Brisbane is today, many of the newly freed settlers made the move south to the Gold Coast and Coolangatta and it fast became a popular holiday retreat as far back as 1880. The settlers included timber getters, cane farmers, cotton growers, oyster farmers, fisherman and the constant flow of visitors to the area inspired early entrepreneurs and developers. Coolangatta was one of the earliest resort destinations on the Gold Coast and today its beautiful beaches attract visitors from all over the world.
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Getting there...
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- Rail - Trains run at regular intervals between Brisbane and the Gold Coast areas of Beenleigh, Ormeau, Coomera, Helensvale, Nerang and Robina. Queensland Rail AirTrain runs from the Brisbane airport to the Gold Coast. There are regular bus connections from these stations to many Gold Coast destinations. There are frequent trains from Brisbane to Varsity Lakes Train Station with connections to Surfside Bus 760 that stops at Gold Coast Airport.
- Bus - The coastal strip from Southport to Kingscliff is well serviced by local buses that can take you to restaurant and café precincts, major shopping centres, theme parks, railway stations and many other destinations.
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Accommodation
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Whatever your budget or style, you'll be sure to find a Coolangatta accommodation option to suit your needs. Hotels stand side by side with convenient self-catering apartments which in turn rub shoulders with oceanside accommodation with breathtaking views of the gorgeous beaches or secluded hinterland mountains. Surrounded by award-winning restaurants, casual beachside bars and some of the best burger joints and fish and chips on the coast, there's certainly nothing average about holidaying in Coolangatta.
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Below find links to accommodation near the conference venue at Southern Cross Uni at the Gold Coast Airport. Kirra Beach is walking distance from the airport and Southern Cross Uni.
Trip Advisor Apartments Kirra Beach
Expedia -Top hotels near Kirra Beach
Air B&B Kirra Beach
HomeAway Stayz Kirra Beach
Trip Advisor Apartments Kirra Beach
Expedia -Top hotels near Kirra Beach
Air B&B Kirra Beach
HomeAway Stayz Kirra Beach
Shopping
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Pacific Fair is the Gold Coast's unmissable shopping and dining destination, offering an expansive collection of luxury, iconic global brands and leading Australian retailers. With around 400 stores, Pacific Fair offers a captivating blend of the world’s best brands, all set amongst tropical landscapes and a unique outdoor ambience.
GETTING HERE Finding your way to Pacific Fair couldn't be easier. Pacific Fair is located on Hooker Boulevard (opposite Jupiters Casino). We are also located just a short walk from the Broadbeach South G:link station. |
