Cr Donna Gates - Gold Coast

Cr Donna Gates - Gold Coast Councillor Donna Gates serves the people of Division 3 and was the city’s Deputy Mayor from 2012 until April 2025.

She is an experienced representative who enthusiastically represents northern Gold Coast. Councillor Donna Gates serves the people of Division 3 and has been the city’s Deputy Mayor since 2012. Cr Gates has had a strong focus on the delivery of major infrastructure for the northern community, including the Upper Coomera Centre, the Ormeau Centre and the Pimpama Sports Hub.

What’s important to you?Have an idea for improving our local area? I’m looking for your suggestions on projects that cou...
20/02/2026

What’s important to you?

Have an idea for improving our local area? I’m looking for your suggestions on projects that could be delivered through the Division 3 budget — big or small — from footpaths and park upgrades to playgrounds, community spaces, or anything else that would benefit the community.

Your feedback will help inform budget decisions and ensure funding is directed to projects that matter most to our community.

Have your say on Division 3 priorities by completing the short survey - https://createsend.com/t/d-AB97893D5AE5CB132540EF23F30FEDED

How good do the drone shots of the Magpies Field 1 look, showing new upgraded LED lighting! This project is part of the...
18/02/2026

How good do the drone shots of the Magpies Field 1 look, showing new upgraded LED lighting!

This project is part of the Coomera Field 2 project which sees a new pole replacing lighting previously fixed to the telecommunications pole and the lowering of three other poles.

Go well in the 2026 season Magpies! Coomera Magpies Australian Football Club - Seniors

The Queensland Reconstruction Authority has supported post-storm repair work at two sites on Welches Road, Wongawallan. ...
18/02/2026

The Queensland Reconstruction Authority has supported post-storm repair work at two sites on Welches Road, Wongawallan. Work is to commence within the next month or so, as follows:

At 151 Welches Road, Wongawallan repairs to the road pavement will be undertaken by reconstructing the unbound granular base and applying a two-coat bitumen spray seal. Two reinforced culverts will be replaced and one concrete pipe per culvert.

Culvert Repair just east of Julndor Place on Welches Road will also be undertaken, including repair of the damaged western side of the culvert.

Both projects will be completed by the end of this financial year.

Protecting the heart of our community - Defibrillator Grant Program Applications for a grant to fund a defibrillator for...
12/02/2026

Protecting the heart of our community - Defibrillator Grant Program

Applications for a grant to fund a defibrillator for your club or community group can now be submitted to Council until Monday 2 March 2026. The grant is to enable the single purchase of an Automated External Defibrillator and associated supplies, to improve the response to any medical emergencies.

Up to $2,400 is available per organisation and for eligibility and to apply visit https://goldcoast.smartygrants.com.au/AEDgrantprogram26.

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting localised heavy rainfall from Thursday 12 February, with the potential for loca...
12/02/2026

The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting localised heavy rainfall from Thursday 12 February, with the potential for localised flash flooding.

A sandbag station will be open today only, Thursday 12 February, from 11.30am to 6pm at the following location:

📍 196 Old Pacific Hwy, Pimpama (next to the City of Gold Coast Coomera Depot)

Bags and sand will be provided. Please bring a shovel to make your own sandbags.

Sandbags can also be purchased from major hardware stores, landscape suppliers and other retailers or made using garbage bags filled with soil.

Stay up-to-date through our Disaster Dashboard citygc.au/DisasterDashboard

Field 1 lights at Coomera Sports Park have been updated to new LED field lighting which will significantly enhance night...
10/02/2026

Field 1 lights at Coomera Sports Park have been updated to new LED field lighting which will significantly enhance night training by providing consistent illumination that mimics daylight, improving visibility for players and safety on the field.

Great to see training under the new lighting after sunset.

Please let me know if something in your neighbourhood requires attention. After looking at Rosemallow Parklands in Upper...
06/02/2026

Please let me know if something in your neighbourhood requires attention. After looking at Rosemallow Parklands in Upper Coomera, I've requested maintenance and removal of tree debris, together with clean-up of the drainage area by the exercise area.

Overall Rosemallow Parklands is looking good and, importantly, the fantastic fully fenced playground and BBQ and picnic area.

Potholes on Rosemallow Ave will be filled with Officers adding the road to the road resurfacing and rehabilitation program as it’s looking a little rough.

Please continue to contact me on 07 5581 6598 or email division3@goldcoast.qld.gov.au

International Women's Day Luncheon invitationTickets are now on sale for the Experience Gold Coast International Women’s...
31/01/2026

International Women's Day Luncheon invitation

Tickets are now on sale for the Experience Gold Coast International Women’s Day Luncheon on Friday 6 March to be held at The Star Gold Coast.

The networking luncheon will feature keynote speeches from inspiring female leaders. I’ve got my tickets - secure your place now https://tickets.experiencegoldcoast.com/50807/50808

$200 voucher for children to help cover the costs of participating in sport!The QLD Government’s Play On! Sports Voucher...
30/01/2026

$200 voucher for children to help cover the costs of participating in sport!

The QLD Government’s Play On! Sports Vouchers for Round 2 are now open for applications.

Every Queensland child aged 5 to 17 is eligible for one $200 voucher per financial year to help cover the cost of sport.

For more information and to apply visit https://www.sport.qld.gov.au/sport/funding-programs/play-on

2026-27 BUDGETAs we move toward the delivery of the coming year's budget, consultation across the city is underway. Ple...
30/01/2026

2026-27 BUDGET

As we move toward the delivery of the coming year's budget, consultation across the city is underway. Please put forward your suggestions by visiting https://gchaveyoursay.com.au/citybudget2026-27 to Have Your Say. Whole of City consultation is open until 16 February 2026.

I will also welcome your suggestions for the local projects you would like to see delivered, such as footpath connections, park improvements, playground upgrades or similar, and will soon release a Local Survey to Division 3 newsletter subscribers – if you haven’t subscribed please visit https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/Council/Mayor-Councillors/Division-3

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Gold Coast Australian of the Year Awards celebrating people whose actions help bui...
29/01/2026

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Gold Coast Australian of the Year Awards celebrating people whose actions help build a stronger and more connected Gold Coast.

In elevating their prominence, the Awards are now closely aligned with the national Australia Day awards with the Gold Coast Australian of the Year competing against other State finalists.

The four award categories include:

• Gold Coast Australian of the Year, honouring eminent Gold Coasters who contribute to making the city great and act as positive ambassadors.

• Gold Coast Senior Australian of the Year, celebrating Australians aged 65 and over who continue to achieve or inspire.

• Gold Coast Young Australian of the Year, recognising inspirational 16 to 30-year-olds who have accomplished great things.

• Gold Coast Local Hero, acknowledging people who challenge and inspire their community through local action.

For further information and nomination details visit https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/Council/City-awards-recognition/Gold-Coast-Australian-of-the-Year-Awards - Nominations close Monday 23 March 2026.

Image: Photo with 2023 Aus of the year Marco Renai

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