GOLD COAST CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE LOCATED AT: 2684-2690 Gold Coast Hwy, Broadbeach QLD 4218 SPORTS: Basketball & Netball YOUR OFFICIAL VENUE GUIDE ni d b re Bee y a... Surrounded by pristine beaches, vibrant nightlife, dining and world-class shopping, the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre is in the centre of the GC2018 action. This is Netball and Basketball at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. On the courts, the stakes are high. Agility, speed and tactics will see the best teams prevail, securing a place on the podium and in Commonwealth Games history. This venue guide contains everything you need to know to make the most of your GC2018 experience. You can find even more information on the GC2018 App and the website. KNOW YOUR LIMITS You will pass through an airport style screening process as you enter the venue. Restrictions apply to certain items, such as water and sunscreen, so please check the Venue Entry Conditions and Prohibited & Restricted Items before you leave home. • Water: Commercially sealed water bottle up to 350ml. Only bring empty re-usable transparent plastic bottles (free water refill points are available in venue) • Sunscreen: Sunscreen bottles up to 250ml AVOID BAGS It will be much faster to enter the venue. If necessary, make sure your bag will fit under your seat, as there are no cloakrooms in GC2018 venues. DOWNLOAD THE GC2018 APP The app includes all the information you’ll need to know for your event, in one place. You’ll find venue maps, fun facts and more. ARRIVE EARLY Don’t miss a moment of the action. Entry gates will open up to 90 minutes before the beginning of each session. KEEP YOUR TICKET WITH YOU Ensure you have the correct ticket for your session. It also entitles you to free public transport* to and from the event. PLAN YOUR JOURNEY Use the GC2018 Journey Planner on the app and make sure you allow plenty of time for travel and entry, and your departure after the event.
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GOLD COAST CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRELOCATED AT: 2684-2690 Gold Coast Hwy, Broadbeach QLD 4218SPORTS: Basketball & Netball
YOUR OFFICIAL VENUE GUIDE
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
Before you leave...
Surrounded by pristine beaches, vibrant nightlife, dining and world-class shopping, the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre is in the centre of the GC2018 action.
This is Netball and Basketball at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. On the courts, the stakes are high. Agility, speed and tactics will see the best teams prevail, securing a place on the podium and in Commonwealth Games history.
This venue guide contains everything you need to know to make the most of your GC2018 experience. You can find even more information on the GC2018 App and the website.
KNOW YOUR LIMITS You will pass through an airport style
screening process as you enter the venue. Restrictions apply to certain items, such as water and sunscreen, so please check the Venue Entry Conditions and Prohibited & Restricted Items before you leave home. • Water: Commercially sealed
water bottle up to 350ml. Only bring empty re-usable transparent plastic bottles (free water refill points are available in venue)
• Sunscreen: Sunscreen bottles up to 250ml
AVOID BAGS It will be much faster to enter the venue.
If necessary, make sure your bag will fit under your seat, as there are no cloakrooms in GC2018 venues.
DOWNLOAD THE GC2018 APP The app includes all the
information you’ll need to know for your event, in one place. You’ll find venue maps, fun facts and more.
ARRIVE EARLY Don’t miss a moment of the action. Entry gates
will open up to 90 minutes before the beginning of each session.
KEEP YOUR TICKET WITH YOU Ensure you have the
correct ticket for your session. It also entitles you to free public transport* to and from the event.
PLAN YOUR JOURNEY Use the GC2018 Journey Planner on the app and
make sure you allow plenty of time for travel and entry, and your departure after the event.
Your Official Venue Guide
Fast Facts • Men and women play with different sized
basketballs. During competition, women will play with a size 6 basketball and the men a size 7.
• Basketball made its debut at the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games and has not featured on a program again until GC2018.
• For the first time in Commonwealth Games history, Uganda has qualified for Netball.
• A netball goal post is 3.05m high.
• Australia and New Zealand have claimed all Netball gold medals to date, with three and two gold medals a piece since Netball made its debut in Kuala Lumpur in 1998.
MAKE A DAY OF IT Check out Festival 2018 presented by The Star Gold Coast, indulge in some shopping and explore the restaurants, bars and cafés in Broadbeach.
STAY SUN SAFE The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre is an indoor venue with outdoor features, so consider sun protection. For more health advice, visit the Queensland Health website.
KEEP HYDRATED Hydration is important for both athletes and spectators, but make sure you know what bottles you can and can’t bring into the venue.
SETTLE IN FOR THE SESSION There are no pass outs during the session and smoking is not permitted in GC2018 venues. For full details on the conditions of entry, see the Venue Entry Conditions.
BE A GOOD SPORT Cheer on your team as loudly as you can, but whistles, air horns, vuvuzelas or similar are not permitted to be used during events. We’d love to see your photos - don’t forget to tag #GC2018! Filming and photography must be for personal, non-commercial purposes only and flash photography is prohibited during competition.
GC2018 COURTSIDE TIPS
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT BASKETBALL & NETBALL
Basketball Teamwork, tactics and skill will take over Queensland as GC2018 Basketball is
contested in Cairns, Townsville and the Gold Coast.
With four captivating quarters of action each match, spectators will witness some of the world’s best players defending, rebounding, dribbling, dunking, shooting and scoring in an on-court battle for Commonwealth supremacy.
NetballIt’s fast, loud and a split second decision can be the difference between winning
and losing. Netball is the most popular women’s sport in Australia and at GC2018, 12 of the world’s best nations will vie for Commonwealth rule.
The fast-paced sport will captivate the crowds at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre for the preliminary and classification round matches, with the 12 teams playing for a place in the finals, hosted at Coomera Indoor Sports Centre.
Your Official Venue Guide
*Free public transport will be available for ticketed spectators travelling to and from competition venues on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane on the South East Queensland TransLink public transport network. Just show your GC2018 ticket upon boarding. Free travel will terminate at 3am the day after your event and is not available on the AirTrain service.
GC2018 is the largest sporting event Australia has seen this decade, so make sure you allow plenty of time for travel, queuing at transport hubs and security checks. There are many travel options to get you to and from the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre and public transport is free with your ticket.*The earlier you plan your journey, the more you’ll enjoy your Games experience. Use the GC2018 Journey Planner to get started.
GETTING THERE AND BACK
GET ACTIVE If you’re travelling locally, walking or cycling will be the easiest way to get to the venue. Bike parking is available near the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.
TAKE THE BUS Many bus routes, including 700, 705 and 750, will run frequently during the Games and can take you close to the venue. Route GC2018 will also take you close to the venue.
CATCH THE TRAIN Catch the train to Nerang station. From there, you can take a Games Shuttle close to the venue.
ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTAccessible shuttle buses will be available and Park ‘n’ Ride spaces can be booked via the GC2018 Journey Planner. Plan your journey.
PARK ‘N’ RIDE Book a space at Boowaggan Road Park ‘n’ Ride for the duration of your session. From here, you can take a Games Shuttle close to the venue. Spaces are limited and you must book a spot.
RIDE THE G:LINKWalk, catch a bus or train to the G:link light rail, then get off at Broadbeach North station and walk to the venue.
THE BEST WAY TO TRAVEL
#SHARETHEDREAM
DID YOU KNOW?Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre became the first
convention centre in the world to achieve EarthCheck Gold status, in recognition of its commitment to operating at the world’s highest environmental standard.GC2018 will be an inclusive celebration of our diverse Commonwealth, with benefits lasting beyond the Closing Ceremony. Be inspired to Share the Dream for a sustainable GC2018 by reducing your impact, choosing reusable options and recycling.
TAKE THE TRAIN
RIDE THE G:LINK
HOP ON A BUS
700 / 777
Hooker Boulevard
Ashmore Road
Main Beach
Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach
Gold Coast H
ighway
Nerang Station
BroadbeachNorth Station
BoowagganRoad Park ‘n’ Ride
705
Pacific Motorw
ay (M1)
Gold Coast
Coomera
Ormeau
Bermuda Street
Broadwater Avenue
Oxenford
Nerang
Mudgeeraba
Southport
Runaway Bay
Main Beach
Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach
Mermaid Beach
Palm Beach
Burleigh Heads
Coolangatta
Miami
Pacific Motorway (M
1)
Gold Coast Highway
Ashmore Road
750
705
700 / 777
Robina Station
Coomera Station
Ormeau Station
Beenleigh Station
Varsity Station
Nerang Station
HelensvaleTransport Hub
Walking, cycling or public transport is your best option to get you to and from the competition. There are road restrictions in place and no parking around the venue. Gold Coast Airport
Getting to and from Gold CoastConvention & Exhibition CentreLegend
Gold Coast Convention& Exhibition Centre
Plan your specific journeyby visiting
gc2018.com/transport
Brisbane CBD and Airport (70kms)
Kilometres
0 94.5Average walking time is 12 mins per kilometre
Park ‘n’ Ride - Bus
Train Station
Light Rail Station
Airport
Preferred Train StationFor Event Access
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Local Bus Routes
Games Shuttles
Route GC2018
Train Line
Light Rail Line
45 Minute Walking Zone
DRAFT
Victoria Avenue
ShoppingCentre
The StarGold Coast
Main Pl
Casino D
rive
Surf Parade
Gold Coast H
ighway
Queensland Avenue
Philip Avenue
Elizabeth Avenue
TE Peters Drive
Charles Avenue
Anne Avenue
Margaret Avenue
Albert Avenue
Metres
0 12060
Gold CoastConvention &Exhibition Centre
Light Rail Line
Main TicketBox Office705
700
705
Venue Perimeter
Venue Exit
Venue Entry
Recommended Signed Walking Route (Entry: from Broadbeach North Station - 10 mins walking time, from Transit Mall - 6 mins walking time)
Recommended Signed Walking Route (Exit:to Broadbeach North Station - 10 mins walking time, to Transit Mall -6 mins walking time)
Local Buses
Taxi Stand
Light Rail Station
GC2018MerchandiseSuperstore
Festival 2018Presented byThe Star Gold Coast
Accessible WelcomePoint
Transit Mall (Games shuttle bus serviceto/from venue)
PassengerPick Up
Bike Parking
BroadbeachNorth Station
Surfers Paradise
40 mins
10 mins
Average walking time is 12 mins per kilometre Average cycling time is 3.5 mins per kilometre
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Legend
Walking, cycling or public transport is your best option to get you to and from the competition. There are road restrictions in place and no parking around the venue.
Visitor InformationPod
TE P
eter
s Driv
e
Gold Coast Highway
Gold CoastConvention & Exhibition CentreGround Level
Venue Perimeter
Spectator Area
Accessible Lift
Escalator
Stairs
Metres
0 2010
Field of Play
Slight inclineto venue
Food & Drink
Water Refill Point
ATM
Toilets
Official Shop
First Aid
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Legend
Information• Stroller Storage• Lost and Found Service• Family Rest Area
Walking, cycling or public transport is your best option to get you to and from the competition. There are road restrictions in place and no parking around the venue.
Basketball& Netball
Venue Exit
Venue Entry
Gold CoastConvention & Exhibition CentreFirst level
Door E Door H
Door F Door G
Metres
0 2010
Spectator Area
Field of Play
Accessible Lift
Escalator
Stairs
Food & Drink
Toilets
Official Shop
First Aid
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Legend
Walking, cycling or public transport is your best option to get you to and from the competition. There are road restrictions in place and no parking around the venue.
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