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Regional island guide

A chain of islands. Different ways to live, visit and explore.

Start with South Stradbroke, then understand the wider island region—from Minjerribah and the Southern Moreton Bay Islands to Coochiemudlo and the Gold Coast Broadwater.

Choose the right island

“Island living” is not one thing.

Some islands have towns, buses and vehicle ferries. Others are conservation land, campgrounds, residential enclaves or boat-access recreation areas. Compare access and essential services before you compare scenery or property prices.

01Gold Coast

South Stradbroke Island

Getting there
Private boat, water taxi, charter, kayak or other arranged water transfer
What defines it
Conservation park, ocean beach, sheltered Broadwater, camping and small island communities
Know before you go
Facilities are limited, the ocean beach is unpatrolled and most visitor access is boat-only.
Open the South Straddie guide →
02Redlands Coast

Minjerribah · North Stradbroke Island

Getting there
Passenger and vehicle ferries from Cleveland, with island buses serving key townships
What defines it
Point Lookout, Dunwich and Amity; beaches, lakes, culture, walks and a larger visitor economy
Know before you go
Plan around ferry bookings, island transport and the different access rules for recreation areas.
Open the official visitor guide →
03Redlands Coast

Southern Moreton Bay Islands

Getting there
Passenger ferries and vehicle barges from Redland Bay
What defines it
Russell, Macleay, Lamb and Karragarra—four residential islands linked by the ferry network
Know before you go
Services vary significantly between islands; check transport, health, shopping and vehicle needs before travelling or buying.
Explore the four islands →
04Redlands Coast

Coochiemudlo Island

Getting there
Passenger ferry and vehicle barge from Victoria Point
What defines it
A compact residential island with calm beaches, foreshore walks, wetland habitat and short-stay options
Know before you go
Check the current F50 ferry timetable and barge arrangements, especially if travelling with a vehicle.
Check the island ferry →
05Northern Gold Coast

Gold Coast Broadwater islands

Getting there
A mix of bridge-connected residential islands and boat-access recreation areas
What defines it
Sovereign and Ephraim are residential; Wave Break Island is known for boating, kayaking, diving and snorkelling
Know before you go
These places serve very different purposes—do not treat a recreation island as a residential property market.
Explore Wave Break Island →
Within South Stradbroke

Four places—not one resort.

Couran Cove is part of the South Stradbroke story, but it is only one place on a long and varied island.

Tipplers

Campground, cabins, café access and walking tracks on the sheltered western shore.

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North + South Currigee

Council-managed campgrounds with boat-only access and a quieter, back-to-basics stay.

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Couran Point

The South Stradbroke Island Waters residential canal estate beside Couran Cove.

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Couran Cove

A resort precinct with private properties, a complex body corporate history and separate access considerations.

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iAlways check current park alerts, ferry or transfer arrangements, weather and tide conditions before travelling.

Thinking about property?

Compare access and services before price.

Use the property guide for live sales, rentals and research links across South Stradbroke and nearby island markets.

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