Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre is a modern multi-purpose sports complex in Carrara, designed for competitions, training sessions and large-scale events. The facility consists of two spacious indoor halls connected by a pedestrian plaza, with flexible court layouts that can be adapted to different sports and event formats. Its main event space can accommodate around 5,000 spectators, while the venue has also gained international significance through major competitions, including events staged during the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Inside, the focus is on clear views of the competition areas, functional grandstand seating and enough flexibility to host major sporting events, exhibitions and other special occasions. The adaptable hall configuration can create an energetic, compact atmosphere when the stands are full, while supporting facilities include meeting rooms, changing areas and food-and-drink outlets whose availability may depend on the event.
The venue is located at Nerang Broadbeach Rd 296, Carrara, Gold Coast, Australia, within the larger Carrara sporting precinct. The entrances can be reached directly from the area around Nerang Broadbeach Road, with undercover and outdoor parking available within the precinct as well as designated passenger drop-off and pick-up areas; individual parking areas may operate differently for major events. For a broader overview of transport between Carrara and other parts of the Gold Coast, see the city transport information further down the page.