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Where is Nerang, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Nerang is located in the central Gold Coast region of southeast Queensland, about 70 kilometres south of Brisbane. It lies between the Nerang River and the foothills of the Gold Coast hinterland, including areas that lead toward Mount Tamborine. It is famous for its role as a key inland hub of the Gold Coast, extensive parklands and bike trails, and easy access to both the coast and hinterland.

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Facts about Nerang, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Queensland
Region	Gold Coast Region
Location	Inland suburb of the Gold Coast, situated along the Nerang River west of Surfers Paradise
Coordinates	27.99° S, 153.33° E
Local Government Area	City of Gold Coast
Founded	1860s (as a rural settlement)
Original Name	Nerang (from the Yugambeh word “Neerung,” meaning “little shark”)
Elevation	~5–20 m
Population	Approx. 17,000
Area	Approx. 14 sq km
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Postcode	4211
Major Waterways	Nerang River, Advancetown Lake (Hinze Dam nearby)
Top Attractions	Nerang National Park, Hinze Dam, Nerang River trails, Country Paradise Parklands, Nerang Velodrome.
Demonym	Nerang residents
Main Industries	Retail, trades, construction, transport services, community services
Nearest Airport	Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
Website	https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au

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