Hope Island, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hope Island Gold Coast, Queensland
The Palms Golf Course, 2013
Hope Island Location in Gold Coast, Australia
Population	14,522 (2021 census)
• Density	1,023/km2 (2,650/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4212
Area	14.2 km2 (5.5 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	15.7 km (10 mi) NNW of Southport 19.1 km (12 mi) NNW of Surfers Paradise 61.2 km (38 mi) SE of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Gold Coast
State electorate(s)	Broadwater
Federal Division(s)	Fadden
Suburbs around Hope Island: Coomera Coomera Southern Moreton Bay Islands Coomera Hope Island Southern Moreton Bay Islands Helensvale Helensvale Paradise Point

Hope Island is a suburb located on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. It is a popular place known for its beautiful waterways and fancy resorts. In 2021, about 14,522 people lived here.

Hope Island has three main towns within its area. These towns grew up around large housing developments. They are:

• Sanctuary Cove: This is a private community in the north.
• Boykambil: You can find this town in the eastern part of the suburb.
• Santa Barbara: This town is located in the west.

Exploring Hope Island's Location

Santa Barbara, a town within Hope Island, 2019

Hope Island is in the northern part of the Gold Coast. The Coomera River surrounds it on the west, north-west, and north sides. This river then splits into two branches. The southern branch forms the eastern border of Hope Island.

Saltwater Creek borders Hope Island to the south-west and south. Coomera Island is to the east. This island means Hope Island does not have direct access to Moreton Bay.

Hope Harbour is a spot in the east where boats can get into the Coomera River. The Pacific Motorway is nearby to the west. It passes through the suburb of Helensvale.

A Glimpse into Hope Island's Past

The original name for this area, used by Indigenous people, was Boykambil.

Hope Island got its current name from Captain Louis Hope. He was a rich person from colonial times. In 1867, he was given the island then called Boykambil. This was to thank him for helping to grow the sugar industry in Queensland.

Captain Hope arrived in Moreton Bay in 1848. For the next 20 years, he built sugar farms. One sugar farm called ‘Rockholm’ was built on the island. The Grimes Family did most of the work to set it up. Later, the Sheehan and Davidson families owned the sugar and arrowroot farms. Captain Hope himself never lived on Hope Island. He preferred to live in Ormiston.

Who Lives in Hope Island?

In 2016, about 11,186 people called Hope Island home. By 2021, the population had grown. The number of people living in Hope Island reached 14,522.

Learning in Hope Island

There are no schools directly in Hope Island. However, there are schools very close by.

The closest government primary schools are:

• Coomera State School in Coomera (to the west).
• Coombabah State School in Coombabah (to the south-east).

For high school students, the nearest government secondary school is Helensvale State High School. It is located in Helensvale, to the south-west.

Fun Things to Do in Hope Island

Hope Island Marina, 2019

Hope Island has many places for boats. These are called marinas:

• Hope Harbour Marina: This is in the east, accessed from the Coomera River.
• Hope Island Resort Marina: Found in the west, you can get here from Saltwater Creek.
• Sanctuary Cove Marina: Located in the north, where the Coomera River splits.

There is also a boat ramp and jetty at Boykambil Esplanade South. This spot is managed by the Gold Coast City Council.

Hope Island offers shops, restaurants, and three golf courses. It is home to the fancy Hope Island Resort and Sanctuary Cove. These places have great dining and shopping areas. They also offer places to moor boats and luxury homes.

The area is growing with new plans for both homes and businesses. The Gold Coast City Council is working with developers on this.

Getting Around Hope Island

Hope Island has many ways to travel. It is right next to the M1 motorway. This road connects it to the rest of the Gold Coast and Brisbane. The Coomera railway station is also just 20 minutes away. From there, you can catch trains to Brisbane city and the airport.

Golf buggies are a very popular way to get around. Many people use them within Hope Island Resort and Sanctuary Cove Resort. A special path for buggies now links these two resorts. This means residents can easily visit each other's resorts.

Buses also serve Hope Island. Routes 711 and 718 are run by Surfside Buslines. The 711 bus goes from Sanctuary Cove to Southport every hour. The 718 bus goes from Santa Barbara to Helensvale Station less often.

Sports and Outdoor Fun

Hope Island has great places for sports and recreation. Robert Dalley Park is a nice green space. The Pat Cash Tennis Academy is also here.

There are three golf courses for golf lovers:

• Palms Golf Course: Located in the north of the suburb.
• Sanctuary Cove Golf & Country Club: This course is in the middle of the suburb.
• Hope Island Golf Course: You can find this one in the south-west.

The Pat Cash International Tennis Academy is a sports center. It offers tennis training and facilities.

Shopping and Services

Hope Island Marina Shopping Village is a lovely outdoor shopping area. It is right by the water at Hope Island Resort Marina. The main store there is Coles. You can also find many other shops, cafes, and restaurants.

There is a large medical center called Hope Island Medical Centre. An optometrist and a pharmacy are also nearby. Smaller shopping areas are at Hope Island Central and along Hope Island Road. These include places like vet clinics and childcare centers.

Thanks to the new buggy path, residents can easily reach the shops and restaurants in Sanctuary Cove. They can also visit the Intercontinental Hotel and other facilities there.

All About Hope Island Resort

A big part of Hope Island is home to the Hope Island Resort. This is a private community with many features. It has a marina, a large swimming pool, a golf course, and tennis courts. There is also 24-hour security.

Links Hope Island is part of the resort. It has an 18-hole golf course. This course was designed by Peter Thomson, a famous golfer.

Hope Island Resort has its own special internet network. This network provides cable TV, gate intercoms, and super-fast internet for all residents. Newer parts of the resort have a very fast fiber optic connection.