Sport attraction

The Gold Coast is one of Australia's premier destinations for high performance sport, year-round training and elite competition. Building on our success hosting the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games and now, as Co-Host City for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we continue to strengthen our reputation. Our focus is on creating a lasting sporting legacy for our community and future generations through ongoing investment, world-class facilities and a thriving sport ecosystem.

Whether you’re here to stay, train, play, compete or invest, the Gold Coast is ready to welcome you.

City of sport

Watch our video to discover why the Gold Coast continues to be a world-class sporting destination. With state-of-the-art facilities, expert sport science professionals and an incredible natural environment, we attract elite athletes, professional teams and major sporting events from around the globe.

Sport Business Guide

Our Guide showcases the Gold Coast’s elite venues, accommodation options and support services. It explains why our city is the perfect place for sport.

For details, view our Sport Business Guide(PDF, 9MB).

Sport Attraction Program

For more than a decade, our Sport Attraction Program has helped bring elite sporting opportunities to the Gold Coast. It drives job creation, investment and innovation, and supports the growth of our local sports industry.

Program aims

Attract and grow elite sport on the Gold Coast – including headquarters, centres of excellence, training camps and events that deliver economic, social and reputational benefits
Create jobs and boost investment in sport and related industries
Support local sports businesses and strengthen supply chains
Deliver long-term outcomes that reflect our city’s priorities and culture

Support and incentives

Relocating sports businesses, national organisations and centres of excellence to the Gold Coast
Hosting elite training camps, exhibition games and conferences
Growing local sport businesses and event supply chains
Domestic and international trade missions to attract new opportunities

Eligibility criteria apply.