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Famous for its sun surf and beaches, Gold Coast stretches along 57 kilometres of beautiful coastline. Just inland from the beaches is breathtaking scenery amongst the vast rainforests of the Gold Coast hinterland. Mackintosh College is at the centre of the Gold Coast.
The Gold Coast has become the first choice for many Australian and international students wanting a first class education. With a reputation for quality, the Gold Coast offeres a wide range of choices that are contemporary, challenging and rewarding. You are offered the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of coming to a beautiful city that is safe, clean and full of opportunities.
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| MACKINTOSH COLLEGE CAMPUS |
| The campus at Palm Beach is only 20 minutes from Surfers Paradise which is a popular and well known tourist destination. The Gold Coast has a multicultural population who provide services that cater to the special needs of people from throughout the world. Every year over 5 million visitors come to the Gold Coast for holidays, for business, for study, or to simply enjoy the many recreational and cultural opportunities. |
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| The Gold Coast is a dynamic and expanding city. There is a population of over 500,000 which makes it the 6th largest city in Australia. |
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| CLIMATE |
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| Gold Coast City's climate is sub-tropical with an average of 287 days of sunshine annually. |
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| TRANSPORT |
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SUMMER TEMPERATURES |
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| Travelling around the Gold Coast is easy. The area is serviced by buses and trains which operate 7 days a week. The Gold Coast's largest airport for both International and Domestic travel is at Coolangatta. This is only 15 minutes from the Mackintosh College Campus. |
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20 to 30 degrees Celsius |
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| WINTER TEMPERATURES |
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| 11 to 22 degrees Celsius |
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COST OF LIVING ON
THE GOLD COAST
The cost of studying and living on the Gold Coast is
generally cheaper than in the capital cities of Australia
such as Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane. Food, medical
facilities, public transport and educational services
are some of the best in the world. The following links
can assist you.
Gold Coast City Council - About the Gold Coast
Study Gold Coast - Living on the Gold Coast
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