Real Stories.

Lasting Impact.

Sport on the Gold Coast is about more than medals and records, it’s about the people, the moments, and the memories that continue to shape our city’s sporting culture.
From legendary athletes and iconic events to behind-the-scenes insights and community celebrations, this is where we share the stories that matter.

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Daphne
Pirie OBE
Meet the trailblazer behind the Spirit of Sport Medal and her lasting impact on sport in Queensland and Australia.
Origins of the
Gold Coast
Sports
Awards
Discover how one of the city’s most prestigious sporting events came to be and how it continues to celebrate excellence today.
Gold Coast
Sporting
Legends
Honouring the greats who’ve left a lasting legacy on the field and in the community.

Featured Stories

46th Inductee – Mick Fanning

Mick Fanning & Joel Parkinson Join the Hall

Emerging from a deep pool of talent based out of Coolangatta, Mick Fanning is the latest be inducted to the Gold Coast Sporting Hall of Fame.

Spirit of Sport Medal

Nominations Open

Nominate someone who demonstrates true sportsmanship and dedication to their sport.

47th Inductee – Joel Parkinson

Gold Coast Sporting Hall of Fame Inductee

One of the ‘Coolangatta Kids’ joins the Gold Coast Sporting Hall of Fame

Explore Award Categories

Gold Coast
Athlete of
the Year
Gold Coast
Parasport
Athlete of
the Year
Gold Coast
Junior Athlete
of the Year
Daphne Pirie
AO MBE Spirit
of Sport
Medal
Nomination
Info and
Criteria

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