Good morning Robina. Queensland Health has named half a dozen of your regular suburb spots on a live measles exposure list - the ALDI, the medical centre, the shopping centre. A local councillor is finally taking aim at the abandoned trolleys that keep turning up in your parks.
The Titans host the Broncos at Cbus on Saturday. And Walker group’s 2,750-home Lakesview plan is shaping up as the suburb’s biggest argument of 2026. Grab your morning coffee, let’s get into it.
THIS WEEK IN ROBINA
HEALTH ALERT
Your usual Robina haunts are on the measles exposure list
Queensland Health issued the alert on 28 March after two confirmed cases were linked to overseas travel. The named sites are not vague regional locations - they are ordinary Robina errands.
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Exposure Sites
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Watch for fever, cough, or rash for up to three weeks from the exposure date. Call a doctor before attending in person. Full details at health.qld.gov.au
DEVELOPMENT
2,750 homes approved. One councillor is worried about your commute
This state fast-tracked Walker Group’s Lakesview Robina project. Up to 2,750 dwellings, around 550 affordable homes, $150 million in community infrastructure. Construction within two years.
Councillor Dan Doran disagrees. He is on record warning about overwhelmed M1 exits 79 and 82, flood prone land, 72-metre towers, and a lack of community consultation. Mayor Tom Tate has separately pushed Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg to prioritise Exit 82 upgrades.
COUNCIL
Cr Dan Doran is pushing for a review of local laws on abandoned shopping trolleys in the community.
Do you put back your trolley? well Cr Dan Doran received unanimous support from the Planning & Regulation Committee and hopes to secure full Council backing. Measures being considered include mandatory containment systems, CCTV, stronger impounding powers, and corporate fines of up to $1,300. For reference, Ipswich has had automatic trolley locks in place since 2013.
NEW OPENING
New training centre opens at Robina Town Centre Drive
ACE Community Colleges opened at Shop 6001, Level 2/19 Robina Town Centre Drive on 30 March. Aged care, disability support, and business qualifications. First classes start this week. Free car parking for students.
NRL ROUND 5
Titans vs Broncos. Saturday. Cbus.
Gates open 4:00pm. Kick-off 6:30pm. Centreline Place, Robina.
This is the Macca’s Local Derby back on home turf - Broncos rivalry, genuine crowd, proper Saturday night. Tickets from $38 via Ticketmaster.
SOCCER
Robina City FC - winter season is on
Check the club’s schedule for home games at Robina Common this season. The club has been selected as one of eight Gold Coast clubs to receive new modular female changerooms as part of Council’s 10 million investment - female participation at the club has grown 50% since 2021.
COMING UP
Vinnies CEO Sleepout - 18 June at Cbus
Cbus Super Stadium hosts the 2026 Gold Coast event. Target: $750,000 raised for homelessness services. Mark it down if you’re connected to a business looking to enter a team.
| 60-62 Newport Drive | $2,550,000 |
| 80 Cottesloe Drive | $1,710,000 |
| 56 Woody Views Way | $1,420,000 |
| 1/34 Riverwalk Avenue | $1,230,000 |
| 32 Outrigger Drive | $1,420,000 |
Things Happening Around Robina This Weekend
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Coming Up - April 15-26
"Robina Remembers" Anzac Art Exhibition at Robina Gallery. Main commemorative service on 25 April at Robina Auditorium. Schools and community groups can submit artworks.
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Where Robina Locals Play
Up for a game or two? Come join other locals playing your favourite games.
Robina Library Social Games
Every Thursday | 10:30am
Board games, card games, word games. Free for Gold Coast Library members. The Board Games Meetup also uses this space fortnightly on Saturday afternoons - Ticket to Ride, Azul and more. Free entry
Club Robina
Ron Penhaligon Way, Robina
The lawn bowls club that doubles as a proper community hub. Regular social gaming, live entertainment, and a relaxed "what's on" calendar. The kind of place you end up staying longer than planned. clubrobina.com.au
Currumbin RSL Bingo
Mon, Tue & Wed each week
Three sessions a week in a large air-conditioned space. Paper and electronic PETs available. About 15 minutes from Robina and consistently well-attended. Eyes down. currumbinrsl.com.au
Deals and Specials for the Week
Looking for good food without overspending? Here are this week’s best food deals in Robina, Queensland. Real savings, not just random spots.
🔥 50% OFF Dining (Best Deal)
Double Zero Robina
Robina Town Centre Dr
Up to 50% off your food when you book early dining slots through First Table. Same menu, half the price.
👉 Best for: date nights or trying premium dishes on a budget
🍝 Up to 50% OFF Casual Italian
Spaghetti and Jazz
30-34 Commerce Dr
Enjoy up to 50% off your total bill through EatClub deals.
👉 Best for: affordable pasta nights
🍻 Pub Specials (Rotating Deals)
RQ’s Tavern
361 State Route 7
Think steak nights, schnitzel deals, and weekday promos.
👉 Best for: cheap dinners if you go on the right day
See you next week for more local deals worth your money.
Robina Tradies Locals Recommend
Names that come up when locals ask. Not a paid listing. Do your own checks.
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DEBATE OF THE WEEK
Are abandoned shopping trolleys a retailer problem, a shopper problem, or just life near a major centre?
Cr Dan Doran wants tougher local laws, mandatory containment systems, and bigger fines. Residents are filing complaints. The retailers are pointing at the shoppers. The shoppers are pointing at the retailers.
Reply with your take
LEGEND OF THE WEEK:
⭐ This Week's Legend: Robina City Soccer Club
One of eight Gold Coast clubs selected to receive brand-new modular female changerooms as part of Council's $10 million investment. Female participation at the club is up 50% since 2021. Good infrastructure for good football. Read more >
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That wraps up this week’s issue. Whether you’re heading to Cbus for the derby, grabbing some hand-pulled noodles, or just navigating the school run, we hope this week is a smooth one.
Keep an eye on those exposure sites, stay safe, and let’s keep the trolleys where they belong. We’ll see you back in your inbox soon with more of what’s happening in our corner of the Coast.
See you next Thursday.
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