Good morning Robina.
Welcome to this week's edition of The Robina Locals.
It has been a week of significant highs and lows for our community. From major wins for Robina’s future with the $1.83 billion City Budget and long-awaited approval of the Robina Quarter master plan, to a recent spike in local property crime and the chaotic incident at the Laver Drive Guzman y Gomez, there has been plenty happening close to home.
Whether you’re looking for the best community events this weekend, keeping an eye on the local property market, or simply searching for a cheap feed, we’ve rounded up the latest news, updates and opportunities happening across Robina this week.
Let’s get into it.
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HAPPENINGS IN ROBINA
Teenage Joyriders Smash Audis Stolen From Robina and Chermside Into Three Local Police Cars
A wild property crime spree came to a crushing halt when police arrested three teenagers who allegedly rammed three separate police vehicles in a local car park.
The trio was tearing through the area using two black luxury Audis. One of them was stolen from a home right here in Robina and another from Chermside, turning local streets into a high-stakes video game before being pinned down.
When joyriders are willing to weaponise luxury cars against police vehicles, it means local security thresholds are being tested like never before.
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Right now, new members can jump in on a 7- Day Trial for just $30 which includes a pair of boxing gloves to keep and unlimited access to all classes for the week. It’s the best way to experience the community, try something new, and see what you’re made of.
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Wild GYG Drive-Thru Meltdown Turns into a Local Manhunt
A bizarre case of road rage gripped the community over the weekend at the Guzman y Gomez on Laver Drive. Frustrated by the wait time on a rainy Saturday night, the driver of a brown Nissan Patrol tried to aggressively exit the queue.
When the hatchback in front couldn't move, the driver rammed it five times, pinning and trapping his own 4WD in the process.
He didn’t end it there. He then hopped out, threatened two teenagers in the front car with a screwdriver, locked his vehicle, abandoned his food order, and fled on foot.
The teens were treated at Robina Hospital for minor injuries, and Queensland Police are currently hunting for the runaway driver.
Farm-Fresh Blooms For Everyone at GC Flower Market!
Whether you are a DIY flower lover, a wedding stylist, or just seeking that vibrant morning market buzz, GC Flower Market has it all.
Located right next to Robina in Varsity Lakes, our wholesale warehouse is fully open to the public! Skip the retail markup and score premium, farm-direct bunches fresh off the truck.
Set your alarms! We operate on a "first in, best dressed" basis from 5:30 AM to 10:30 AM, Monday to Friday at 5/17 Crown Court.
Come grab your raw bunches and create your own magic!
It’s about time you saw where the florists shop!
Local Nurse Denied Bail Over Serious Child Protection Charges
A heavy cloud hit our healthcare sector this week after a 58-year-old Robina man who worked locally as a nurse was arrested following a multi-year investigation by the Gold Coast Child Protection and Investigation Unit.
Detectives allege the man misused his professional position to offend against six teenage girls between 2020 and 2024.
He was charged with stalking, indecent treatment, and child exploitation material, among other serious charges and was officially denied bail.
It’s hard to hear that trusted professionals who are supposed to be helping our kids are capable of such horrific acts. We hope justice lands swiftly and hard!
Ditch the Diets, Reclaim Your Energy with Food deFined!
Tired of feeling tired and like you are never quite 100%?
Located right here in Robina, Food deFined offers a refreshing, holistic approach to clinical nutrition.
Practitioner Kate Eason helps you clear brain fog, manage chronic health issues, and rebuild sustainable energy through simple, delicious, nutrient-dense foods. It’s not about cookie-cutter restriction; it’s about realistic, personalized health that actually fits your lifestyle.
Robina Locals can book a free discovery call to see how Kate can help.
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Greenheart Parkland Secures Mega Funding in New City Budget
On a much brighter note, our backyards are about to get a massive upgrade! Mayor Tom Tate handed down the $1.83 billion "Team Gold Coast" 2026-27 City Budget on Monday, locking in vital funds to progress the next stages of Greenheart.
Spanning a massive 257 hectares right across Robina and Merrimac, this environmental wonderland will be six times larger than the Broadwater Parklands!
Expect massive new spaces for weekend family recreation, sports, and pristine conservation zones.
Planning your special day should be filled with excitement, not dread
Based right next to Robina in Varsity Lakes, Suzie Jones is a fun-loving, experienced marriage celebrant who handles all the details so you can simply soak in the moment.
From grand formal weddings to intimate beach elopements, Suzie knows exactly what your story needs for ceremonies with plenty of heart and humour.
To celebrate our community, she is offering an incredible Locals Special up to August 2026:
Wedding Ceremony: $850 (Normally $950)
Elopement Ceremony: $400 (Normally $450)
Renewal of Vows: $500 (Normally $600)
📞 Call 0455046691 or visit suziejonescelebrant.com.au to book your chat!
As part of the new budget, the hope is to dismantle aging infrastructure at the Robina Community Centre precinct to build advanced, free-to-use co-working creative zones, high-speed fiber upgrades, and community-led multimedia recording studios.
Rather than focusing on physical expansion, the council’s shift targets equal tech access for remote workers, local students, and elderly residents navigating an increasingly paperless city, ensuring public venues operate as functional utility hubs rather than just book repositories.
Bypassing traditional master-planned constraints, this landmark transaction saw an affluent buyer secure a colossal, ultra-luxury freestanding waterfront residence.
Sprawling across an expansive lakefront allotment featuring 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and premium lakeside entertainment zones, this massive deal proves that premium, standalone lakefront land in the heart of Robina remains heavily insulated from broader market shifts.
| 22 Kuranda Drive, Robina | $2,515,000 |
| 5 Blakehurst Place, Robina | $2,500,000 |
| 28 Federal Place, Robina | $2,320,000 |
| 33 Geraldton Drive, Robina | $2,020,000 |
| 17 Applegum Court, Robina | $1,950,000 |
| 28 Merion Court, Robina | $1,810,000 |
| 9 Rosebud Street, Robina | $1,800,000 |
| 16 Anglesea Court, Robina | $1,775,000 |
| 7 Ryder Court, Robina | $1,750,000 |
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What's on: 19-20 June
Visitors are encouraged to wear a splash of rainbow to support inclusivity. Because programs are completely free for Gold Coast Library members, they offer a seamless, accessible way to combine family weekend fun with community spirit.
Inflation is battering our wallets, but this passionate local tabletop community refuses to surrender to expensive arcade prices.
Join their casual weekend board game meetup right inside the library's community rooms for a completely free, top-tier afternoon of strategy, trading, and card battles with fellow enthusiasts.
Happens every fortnight.
You can get a spot in their fast-paced QuizzaMe tournament using wireless buzzers for instant point tallies.
Registration fires up every Thursday night at 6:00 PM for a 6:30 PM kickoff, making it a dirt-cheap way to pair high-stakes game-show action with a couple of budget-friendly happy hour drinks.
Cold nights call for good food and a reason not to cook. Here is where to find value in Robina right now.
$1 Wings & Daily Dining Knockouts
TGI Fridays
Shop 1005B, 19 Robina Town Centre Drive, Robina QLD 4226
Inflation is battering our wallets, but this American-style diner fights back with a heavy-hitting daily specials roster. Score $1 wings on Tuesdays or half-price ribs on Wednesdays for a dirt-cheap, top-tier feast right on the shopping centre promenade.
$29.90 Friday Parma & Pint Pair
The Sporting Globe
Robina Town Centre, 19 Robina Town Centre Drive, Robina QLD 4226
Weekend dining prices are soaring, but this massive sports bar keeps Friday night completely affordable. Get their Footy Friday deal featuring a signature MVP Parma and a ice-cold pint for a dirt-cheap, top-tier feed while watching the big game.
$1 Pool & Cheap Community Pub Vibes
The Robina Pavilion
229 Ron Penhaligon Way, Robina QLD 4226
Entertainment costs are high, but this lakeside local refuses to price out the neighborhood community. The pool is affordable and you can get $1 games all day Sunday alongside cheap local beers for a dirt-cheap, top-tier afternoon out with friends on the deck.
Robina Tradies Locals Recommend
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DEBATE OF THE WEEK
Adult Crime, Adult Time: Is the New Crisis Strategy Working, or Just Masking Recidivism?
A sharp debate over the State Government’s landmark Adult Crime, Adult Time laws has gripped the Gold Coast following a string of high-profile, machete-wielding home invasions spanning from the Sunshine Coast down to Ormeau.
Recent Queensland Government Statistician’s Office data shows an encouraging 16.7% drop in overall youth offender numbers, alongside significant dips in stolen cars and home break-ins. Supporters argue these numbers prove it’s working.
However, youth advocacy groups and criminologists push back heavily. Pointing to alarming independent safety briefs showing that 71.5% of released youth offenders in Queensland return to sentenced supervision within 12 months.
What are your thoughts?
Hit reply and let us know what you think.
LEGEND OF THE WEEK:
This week's legend is Dawn Forrest
Dawn joined Robina Bowls Club in 1994 and has served as Secretary, Treasurer, Ladies President, and Board Member in the three decades since. When the club faced permanent closure due to mounting financial pressure and post-pandemic uncertainty, she kept showing up.
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That’s us for the week, Robina. Enjoy the winter sun, snag a ticket to the Q-Clash if you can, and go grab a cheap parmy at the club so you don't have to cook.
Have a cracking weekend, and we’ll catch you next Thursday.
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