Coolangatta, Queensland — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Coolangatta, in the Gold Coast City local government area.
| Locality | Coolangatta |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Gold Coast City |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -28.17025 |
| Longitude | 153.53048 |
| Population | 8,245 |
| Density | 4555.2 /km² |
| Area | 1.8 km² |
| Elevation | 11 m |
| Postcode | 4225 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 92 km south-southeast |
Coolangatta is a locality in the Gold Coast City local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 8,245. The locality covers an area of 1.8 km², giving a population density of about 4555.2 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 11 m above sea level. It lies approximately 92 km south-southeast of Brisbane. Coolangatta is located at 28.1702°S, 153.5305°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4225.
Coolangatta unfurls along the Queensland coastline, a vibrant tapestry of golden sands and rolling surf. It lies 17.6 km south-east of Robina, QLD (from Robina, QLD: bearing 129°T), and is situated 6.1 km north of Banora Point. Here, the Pacific Ocean breathes its salty tang into the air, shaping a landscape where gentle dunes meet the persistent caress of the sea. The southern end of the Gold Coast is a place of sun-drenched esplanades, where the curve of the bay invites contemplation and the distant calls of seabirds punctuate the steady murmur of the waves. Palm trees, their fronds rustling like hushed secrets, offer dappled shade, and the light, especially as it softens in the late afternoon, paints the ocean in hues of sapphire and emerald.
This coastal strip, long a favoured destination, carries echoes of its past in its very character. Once a quieter locale, Coolangatta has grown, yet its spirit retains a certain unhurried charm, a legacy of its origins as a seaside retreat. The local economy, intrinsically tied to the ocean's bounty and the allure of its beaches, thrives on tourism, drawing visitors from across the country and beyond. Surfing culture is deeply ingrained, with legendary breaks attracting those who seek the thrill of the wave, a testament to the powerful, consistent swell that washes ashore. The town centre buzzes with a lively energy, a blend of holidaymakers and residents who appreciate the easy access to the water and the neighbourly feel that pervades the streets.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Coolangatta, Queensland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Coolangatta, in the Gold Coast City local government area.
Detailed location data for Coolangatta includes the postcode (4225), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Gold Coast City), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Coolangatta is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |