Good morning, Robina.
It’s been another lively week around the 4226, packed with great sports action and big community plans. The Titans put on a absolute show at Cbus Super Stadium with a thrilling win, and Council has unveiled exciting upgrade plans for Robina Common. From upcoming weekend events to new local deals, there is plenty to look forward to across our suburb.
Grab a coffee and settle in—here is your weekly update on everything happening around Robina!
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THIS WEEK IN ROBINA
Armed Man at Robina Town Centre Carpark Triggers Fatal Cross-Border Police Chase
Members of the public called police after spotting an armed man in the vehicle at Robina Town Centre shortly before midnight on Saturday 18 July. Officers located the ute at around 12:40am, but the 25-year-old driver fled toward the Gold Coast Highway and crossed into New South Wales.
The pursuit ended fatally near Kunghur in the NSW Northern Rivers. A firearm was recovered at the scene. The man has not been publicly named. Queensland Police's Ethical Standards Command has commenced a review of the pursuit, which is standard practice for any police-involved fatality.
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Red Rooster, Oporto, Taco Bell – Which Brand Will Be the Next to Take On 130 Robina Town Centre Drive?
Taco Bell is the latest fast-food brand to vacate the prominent drive-through site at 130 Robina Town Centre Drive (near the Robina Parkway roundabout), following Red Rooster and Oporto before it.
The site was shut as part of operator Collins Foods' nationwide restructuring and exit from the Taco Bell franchise. With the pad sitting empty for several months, r/GoldCoast has lit up with locals trading theories and lighthearted banter about what comes next.
The leading rumour circulating online points to US giant Wendy's—which is currently planning an aggressive Australian expansion—though no official lease or development application has been approved to confirm them as the next tenant. In the meantime, the pad retains its unofficial crown as Robina's most reliably vacant drive-through real estate.
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New Clubhouse, Lit Playing Fields, and 85 Car Spaces: Robina Common Upgrade Plans Are Open for Feedback
Council has released its draft concept plan for a major upgrade to Robina Common, and locals have until Monday 3 August to have their say.
The proposal includes a new multi-purpose clubhouse, 85-space sealed car park adjacent to the Junior Soccer Fields, astroturf playing surfaces on Fields 1 and 2, lighting upgrades on two additional fields, drainage improvements, and new path connections linking to the broader Robina Town Centre pedestrian network.
Feedback is open at gchaveyoursay.com.au/robinacommon until 3 August.
Meet The AD Man: 30 Years of Creative Experience Helping Businesses Stand Out
In today's battle for business supremacy, it's good to know that out there is someone to help champion your business to the level for which you strive.
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Having spent over 30 years in advertising and graphic design, there are few people around with this depth of knowledge and experience!
He is a force to be reckoned with. A man of many talents. A man you can trust to come through no matter what the odds. A man willing to go beyond the call of duty. A man willing to put his body on the line in the heat of corporate battles. A man on a mission to make your business world a better place. A man who knows no fear. And a man 100 per cent committed to making sure your marketing and advertising stands out and gets results! A man not afraid to embellish with countless 'a man' clichés!
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Titans Put on a 38–32 Clinic in Front of 15,252 at Cbus
The Gold Coast Titans handed the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles a 38-32 defeat in front of 15,252 fans. It followed the NRLW Titans versus the Parramatta Eels double-header earlier in the day, making for a quality afternoon of local football at the stadium.
Next home games: New Zealand Warriors on Friday 1 August (gates midday, kickoff 3pm) and the North Queensland Cowboys on Wednesday 6 August at 7:50pm. Tickets at cbussuperstadium.com.au.
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Gold Coast Rail Line Goes Dark This Weekend - Robina Commuters Back on Replacement Buses
The Gold Coast rail line is shut down this weekend, with track closures locked in for Saturday 25 July and Sunday 26 July.
Unlike the major multi-week Cross River Rail shutdowns earlier in the month, this weekend's closure is for routine general track maintenance on the Gold Coast Line. Regular train services will resume as normal first thing Monday morning.
Timetabled replacement railbuses will be running to cover the route, but they'll add noticeable time to your trip. If you're planning to take the train, allow extra time — replacement buses are running this weekend—or hit the road early to secure a parking spot.
| 26 Moorabbin Place | $1,620,000 |
| 13/901 Medinah Avenue | $1,400,000 |
| 1/342 Ron Penhaligon Way | $1,365,000 |
| 10 Redbud Lane | $1,330,000 |
| 7 Beaumaris Court | $1,275,000 |
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What's on: 25-26 July
From Bollywood nights to a Golden Retriever gathering, there is genuinely no excuse to stay on the couch.
A community fundraiser from the Varsity College P&C with introductory Bollywood dance instruction on the Lake Orr waterfront.
The weekly timed 5km community run, jog, or walk open to all ages and abilities. Register once at parkrun.com.au before your first run.
A one-day rural festival at Summer Land Camels with live music, local produce, artisan stalls, and camel encounters. Worth the drive if you have not been.
Bond's annual open campus event with guided tours, direct Q&As with academic staff, and program demonstrations. Note the rail closure above if heading up that way - drive and park early.
A full day of thoroughbred racing at Gold Coast's home track.
A Brazilian winter festival celebrating the festa junina tradition with traditional food, dance, and music in the Tallebudgera Valley.
The 750-nautical-mile offshore race from Sydney finishes at Main Beach this Saturday afternoon. Free beachside spectating as boats cross the line.
A high-energy Bollywood club night with Gold Coast DJs spinning traditional and modern dance remixes.
Annual Golden Retriever gathering at Broadwater Parklands. Hundreds of Goldens. That is it. That is the event.
Robina has more options for a regular social game or trivia night than most people realise. Here are the ones worth knowing about.
Real deals at Robina venues right now.
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The Market Place Cafe
Shop 71/2 Arbour Ave
Half-price early dinner bookings available through First Table. Book ahead at firsttable.com.au.
$10 Barefoot Bowls
Club Robina Bistro
9 Ron Penhaligon Way
Sunday and Monday Roast Nights plus a $10 Barefoot Bowls Sunday Lunch Special at the newly renovated bistro. Club Robina wrapped up a major internal renovation in late June, with a modernised bistro, refreshed bar, and new Gaming Lounge and TAB. Dine-in only.
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Eat Italiano
51A/14 Allandale Entrance
Half-price early dinner bookings through First Table. Book at firsttable.com.au.
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DEBATE OF THE WEEK
Robina Common's upgrade plan includes an 85-space car park next to the Junior Soccer Fields.
Robina Common's upgrade plan includes an 85-space car park next to the Junior Soccer Fields. Finally an end to the Saturday morning parking scramble - or are we paving over too much good green space?
Have your say on the draft plan at gchaveyoursay.com.au/robinacommon before Monday 3 August.
LEGEND OF THE WEEK:
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That is a wrap for this week, Robina. Get amongst the debate, have your say in the community corner, and we will catch you next Thursday with more of what is happening around the traps.
Thanks for reading. See you next week.
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