Robina is a rather new suburb at the southern Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia.

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The Gold Coast in South East Queensland

As of 2024, the estimated population of the Gold Coast is around 742,600 A. It’s one of Australia’s fastest-growing cities and continues to attract both residents and tourists with its beautiful beaches and vibrant lifestyle A.

The population of the Greater Brisbane area, excluding the Gold Coast, is approximately 2,526,238 as of the 2021 Census A.

The population of the Gold Coast is projected to grow significantly by 2032 A. According to the Queensland Government’s population projections, the Gold Coast’s population could increase from 742,600 in 2024 to 849,000 to 1,130,000 by 2046 A. This means an expected growth of 106,400 to 387,400 people over the next 20 years A.

For Greater Brisbane (excluding the Gold Coast), the population is projected to grow from 2,526,238 in 2021 to 1,459,649 to 1,757,745 by 2046 A. This indicates an expected growth of 196,000 to 494,000 people over the same period A.

It is very exciting to think about how these cities will develop and expand over the coming years until 2035 and beyond.

Robina

Robina is a fascinating suburb with a rich but rather new history A!

A brief overview of its development:

Early Beginnings

1980: Robina was originally a series of farms and grazing land A. Singaporean industrialist Dr. Robin Loh, along with local developer Arthur Earle, purchased 20 square kilometers of this land B.
1985: The suburb was officially named Robina, combining Dr. Loh’s name with “a” for Arthur Earle B.

Development Phases

1980s-1990s: The Robina Land Corporation, led by Dr. Loh, began transforming the area into a master-planned community B. International urban designers Moshe Safdie and Robert Lamb Hart were engaged to create a comprehensive plan B.
1990: Robina State School opened, marking the beginning of educational infrastructure B.
1995: The boundaries of Robina were extended to include the area known as Kerrydale B.
1996: Robina State High School opened B.
2000: The Robina Library was established B.

Modern-Day Robina

Present: Robina is now home to over 30,000 residents and a workforce of 20,000 B. It features the Robina Town Centre shopping center, Bond University, Robina Stadium, and various amenities B.

Robina has grown into one of Australia’s most successful planned communities, with a vibrant lifestyle and strong economic growth B. It’s a great place to consider for land investment, especially with the upcoming 2032 Olympic Games.

Robina’s development was visionary. The suburb was established in the early 1980s by Robin Loh, a Singaporean–Australian developer. Robina was one of Australia’s first master-planned residential communities, focusing on integrating living, working, and leisure spaces. Its early days saw rapid growth with shopping centres, schools, and a hospital. Gold Coast itself transformed from a small holiday destination in the early 20th century to the vibrant city it is today, booming especially from the 1950s onwards, attracting tourists and new residents with its beaches and entertainment options.

This is only the beginning with further development and growth to be expected.

Why?

In Robina, two major projects are shaping the landscape. First is the Greenheart Stage 1, a new 22.5-hectare park on Stadium Drive, with construction from May 2023 to early 2025. This park will include amenities like a yoga lawn, a water play area, an events lawn, and a dog off-leash area.

The second development is the Lakesview project. It’s a $1.2 billion residential estate transforming old farmland into a community with 1,500 homes. The first stage features 48 townhouses, new roads, and public spaces, all connected by 6 km of paths and cycleways. These developments are adding more vibrancy to Robina.

My Backyard at the Southern Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia

Varsity Lakes has an interesting history and promising future! A brief overview:

Early Days

1873: The area was originally purchased by former Brisbane Mayor Thomas Blacket Stephens, who began draining the swampy land for dairying A.
1981: The southern section of the estate was named Stephens in honor of Thomas Stephens A.
1999: Delfin Lend Lease began developing the area, creating man-made lakes named Lake Orr and Lake Azzura A.
2002: Stephens, Andrews, and a portion of Robina were amalgamated to form the new suburb of Varsity Lakes A.

Recent Developments

2021: Varsity Lakes had a population of 16,493 A. The suburb is known for its waterfront homes, proximity to Bond University, and various amenities B.
2023: The area continues to attract families and professionals due to its well-planned infrastructure and community facilities B.

Future Growth (until 2035)

2035 Projections: Varsity Lakes is expected to see continued growth, driven by its proximity to major infrastructure like the Pacific Motorway and the Gold Coast railway line A. The area is likely to attract more residential and commercial developments, especially with the upcoming 2032 Olympic Games C.
Infrastructure: Planned infrastructure improvements, including enhanced rail links, will further boost the area’s connectivity and appeal C.

Varsity Lakes is poised to become an even more vibrant and dynamic community in the coming years.

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