Queensland location profile
Elanora QLD 4221
Elanora is a leafy, family-friendly suburb on the southern Gold Coast, known for its lakes, quiet streets, and proximity to beaches. It offers established homes, strong schooling options, and convenient shopping at The Pines.
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Why families consider Elanora
Predominantly owner-occupier families and downsizers in established houses, with a relaxed coastal-lifestyle feel. Residents value green space, good schools, and easy access to beaches and the M1 for commuting.
Amenities & services
- The Pines Elanora shopping centre
- Elanora Medical Centre and local GPs
- John Flynn Private Hospital (nearby Tugun)
- Robina Hospital (nearby)
- Supermarkets (Coles, Aldi, Woolworths at/near The Pines)
- Cafes and restaurants at The Pines, Palm Beach and Currumbin
- Elanora Library – The Pines Shopping Centre, Guineas Creek Rd, Elanora
- Burleigh Heads Library – Park Ave, Burleigh Heads
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train stations: Varsity Lakes and Robina
- Bus services via The Pines (e.g., 760, 763, 765 and local routes)
- Pacific Motorway (M1), Gold Coast Highway (via Palm Beach), Guineas Creek Rd, Nineteenth Ave
Lifestyle & recreation
- Eddie Kornhauser Recreation Reserve walking/bike tracks and dog areas
- Pine Lake foreshore paths
- Nearby surf beaches at Palm Beach and Currumbin
- Currumbin Creek for kayaking/SUP
- Local sports clubs and school ovals
- Burleigh Head National Park (nearby)
- Eddie Kornhauser Recreation Reserve
- Pine Lake Park
- Lakewood Park
- Schusters Park (nearby Tallebudgera)
- Tallebudgera Creek Conservation Park (nearby)
Education context
Multiple long day care centres and kindergartens (e.g., Goodstart and C&K) with generally good availability; infant rooms can have moderate waitlists. School-based OSHC available at Elanora State School.
- Bond University – Robina/Varsity Lakes (approx. 7–10km)
- Southern Cross University Gold Coast – Bilinga/Airport (approx. 8–10km)
- Griffith University Gold Coast – Southport/Parkwood (approx. 25–30km)