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With their newly refurbished floating marina, Runaway Bay Marina now has 145 new berths in an easily navigable marina layout for vessels up to 18 metres. The large marina now has 195 wet berths plus a further 280 dry berths in their dockside dry-stack facility.
Conveniently located on the protected waters of the Gold Coast's popular waterway. the Broadwater, Runaway Bay Marina offers one of the best sheltered marina basins on the extensive waterway that stretches all the way from Surfers Paradise in the South to Moreton Bay, Brisbane in the north. With little cross tide that makes boat handling difficult in other parts of the Broadwater, Runaway Bay Marina is protected from the Tasman Sea swell by South Stradbroke Island. Access to the open water is within easy reach via the Gold Coast Seaway at the southern end of South Stradbroke.
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The marina office is open seven days a week, with access to all facilities available from 0800 onwards. For vessel owners utilising the modern dry stack facilities (up to 8metres in length), it's a simple matter of phoning ahead to advise your intentions and your vessel will be waiting for you ready for you to just jump onboard. There's a fuel jetty (that also stocks ice, bait, fishing tackle and other essentials) conveniently located at the marina entrance, supplying both diesel and ULP.
Marine trades such as electrical and electronics, mechanical repairs,engineer, steel fabricator, surveyor, shipwright and antifoul service are all located within the marina village as well as a 35 tonne travelift and adjacent hard stand area. Many other essentials like restaurants and cafes, boat broker, newsagent, physiotherapist, real estate, and a hair salon are located dockside within the village. |
Runaway Bay is midway between Paradise Point, where visitors will find a plethora or waterfront dining, boutique shops as well as the bridge that links the mainland to swanky Ephraim Island. To the south of Runaway Bay is Southport and Main Beach, where visitors flock to the long expanse of beach and sand, along with shops restaurants and vibrant nightlife. It's all just a whisper from Runaway Bay Marina, and with an efficient public transport system, it's easy to explore the Gold Coast knowing your vessel is safely berthed at Runaway Bay Marina.
Boating Destination Guide: Gold Coast's Broadwater
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| Marina Facilities |
Marine Services |
| WET BERTHS |
195 |
WATER AT BERTHS |
YES |
| DRY BERTHS |
280 |
POWER AT BERTHS |
YES |
| DEPTH AT ENTRANCE |
2.3 - 3.5m |
3 PHASE POWER |
YES |
| MAX BERTH LENGTH |
18m |
LPG AVAIL |
YES |
| MONITOR VHF |
NO |
FUEL AVAIL |
7 DAYS 07 5577 2966 |
| OFFICE HOURS |
0800 - 1700 |
SHOWERS |
YES |
| INDUSTRY MEMBER |
MQ, MIAA |
LAUNDRY |
YES |
| SEWAGE PUMP OUT |
YES, FROM DEC 09 |
WIFI INTERNET |
NO (GOOD TELSTRA 3G ACCESS) |
| HAULOUT / DRYSTACK |
YES |
BOAT BROKER |
YES |
| HARDSTAND |
YES |
CHANDLERY |
NO |
| BOAT RAMP & TRAILER STORAGE |
YES |
BAR |
YES |
| CAR PARK & DOCK SECURITY |
YES |
RESTAURANT |
YES |
| COASTGUARD SOUTHPORT |
07 5531 1421 |
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| Marina Berth Prices (Prices in AUD, correct at November 2009) |
Berth Pricing Notes |
| Monohull 12m |
$45 per day / $210 per week |
| Monohull 15m |
$65 per day / $280 per week |
Multihull
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Usually require a double berth, but please enquire and we will offer the most cost effective berth available. | |
Prices are indicative only, are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. Contact the Runaway Bay Marina Office or visit Runaway Bay Marina website for the best berth option to suit your vessel. Long term rates are available upon application. | |
| Local Essentials |
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| Bus / Train / Ferry |
Translink (Ph 13 12 30) is the Queensland Transport operated public transport system, with the Gold Coast benefiting from an extensive network of buses, trains and ferry services. A regular rail/coach service operates from Brisbane Airport to the Gold Coast, while there are plenty of frequent bus services as well as tourist shuttles operating to and from major tourist attractions. |
| Car Hire |
All the major car hire operators are represented on the Gold Coast. |
| Airport |
Coolangatta Airport to the south is serviced by Jetstar and Virgin Blue. Brisbane International Airport to the north is serviced by all domestic airlines and major international airlines. |
| Hotel Accommodation |
Casual overnight stays are available at Runaway Bay Motor Inn Ph 07 5537 5555 (3.4km from marina). Longer stays can be accommodated at Bayview Waters Apartments Ph 07 5537 6517 (2.5km from marina). |
| Medical Centre |
The closest medical facilities are at Runaway Bay Shopping Village Ph 07 5537 3311 (1.7km from marina) or Paradise Pt Medical Centre Ph 07 5529 5899 (1.8km from marina). |
| Shopping & Provisioning |
Runaway Bay Shopping Village is a short walking distance from Runaway Bay Marina. There's a major supermarket plus specialty shops and a food court are all open 7 days. Nearby is a liquor store, plus there's also a bus stop right outside. |
| Dining Out |
Ruffinos Italian Restaurant comes highly recommended and is located with the Runaway Bay Marina village Ph 07 5577 1070. |
Visitor Information
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Very Gold Coast is the authority on all things tourism related.
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| Reasons to Linger |
| Explore |
The Gold Coast Broadwater is well known for its' intricate waterways that meander inland between the Gold Coast in the south and Moreton Bay, Brisbane in the north. Protected from the Tasman Sea swell by North and South Stradbroke Islands, it's an intriguing maze of canals, rivers and open spans of water, creating a picturesque inland waterway. Further north, Moreton Bay and Brisbane opens up into a wide open expanse of water with plenty of islands to explore.
Southport Yacht Club's Hollywell annexe is nearby, which is the base for major dinghy sailing regattas. |
| Enjoy |
Recently opened after a major redevelopment (Nov 2009), the Southport Broadwater Parklands are situated on the west bank of the Broadwater. Designed to attract locals and visitors to the foreshore, just look for the 100m pier that juts out from the Southport foreshore, providing stunning views of the Gold Coast waterway. Expanisve lawns and landscaped gardens intermingle with children's play areas, public artworks and pedestrian promenades, along with an outdoor cinema, BBQ's and picnic tables, shower amenities and bicycle lockers. It's the perfect spot for a lazy afternoon spent lapping up the Gold Coast lifestyle. |
| Join the Locals |
Take a early morning stroll along the extensive cycle and walking paths that meander through the Broadwater parklands. Or leave your shoes behind and walk barefoot through the sparkling Main Beach sand, along with the scores of locals who enjoy a daily walk along one of Australia's favourite beaches. |
| Events |
- Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (May)
- Gold Coast Marathon (July)
Check the Events Calendar to find current dates for this years' events | |
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