Runaway Bay Locality Guide

Originally known as Angler’s Paradise, Runaway Bay is surrounded by South Stradbroke Island to the East and beautiful canals to the west. Only 10 minutes south of the M1 and a stone’s throw from the ever-popular Broadwater, Runaway Bay is definitely located in a prime position for a relaxing lifestyle.

Location Description

Bracketed by South Stradbroke Island to the east and a colourful canal system to the west, this northern Gold Coast suburb was originally better known as Angler’s Paradise. It’s a fishing feast galore here where you can opt for deep sea reef and game fishing, or select the more sedate option of dropping your line in a calm water estuary. 

The waterways around here are known for being abundant in snapper, kingfish, pearl perch, tuna, wahoo or mackerel. In the early 1970s, this parcel of land was transformed into the more upmarket Runaway Bay, but the laid-back vibe remains. These days, the local marina is bursting with luxury yachts and plenty of options to explore the local waterways though houseboat hire. THose of us who prefer to keep their feet dry will enjoy the Runaway Bay Shopping Centre, while sports enthusiasts will be drawn to the aquatic and sports centres nearby.

Facilities

Shopping can be done locally at the Runaway Bay Shopping Village or at the Harbour Town Shopping Outlet which is only a short drive away located in Biggera Waters.

There are many restaurants located along Oxley Drive in Runaway Bay which boast quite a lot of variety giving diners both dine-in and take-away options. Paradise Point is also only a short drive away providing a few more options.

The nearest cinema is the Reading Cinemas, also located in the Harbour Town outlet shopping centre.

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Transport

Surfside Buses service the Gold Coast region. Information including timetables are available here.

Helensvale Train station is located 10 minutes north of Runaway Bay by car, providing you access from the Brisbane Airport all the way through to Robina.

Community

Hospitals closest to the area are:

Gold Coast University Hospital
1300 744 284

Gold Coast Private Hospital
(07) 5530 0300

Pindara Private Hospital
(07) 5588 9000

Pre-Schools & Kindergartens

Several pre-schools & early learning centres operate in Runaway Bay. These include:

Gold Coast Kindyland Kids
(07) 5537 8884

Goodstart Early Learning Centre Labrador
(07) 5594 6034

Primary Schools

Local primary schools include:

St Francis Xavier Primary School
(07) 5537 2633

Biggera Waters Primary School
(07) 5537 103

Coombabah Primary School
(07) 5501 3888

Labrador Primary School
(07) 5537 6866

Secondary Schools

The secondary schools in the area include:

Coombabah High School
(07) 5552 3888

A.B. Paterson College
(07) 5571 5333

Keebra Park State High School
(07) 5509 2555

Sport

The Runaway Bay Sports Super Centre is located in the heart of Runaway Bay. The Sports Super Centre is a training base for local athletes and members of the community, boasting a fully equipped gym, and Olympic sized swimming pool and a track & field facility for those in training.

Located a short drive away is The Southport Aquatic Centre and Broadwater Parklands, also offering an Olympic sized swimming pool, gymnasium and a large grassed area perfect for boot-camps and training.