Safer Schoolies Beach Hub

• entry restricted to genuine year 12 school leavers only (you must have your official Safer Schoolies wristband to gain access)
• smoking is not permitted, including the use of electronic cigarettes (vaping) or similar devices
• sexualised behaviour without consent is assault (including groping—keep your hands to yourself)
• moshing, circle pits, and crowd surfing are not permitted
• aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated
• no bags allowed*.

Management reserves the right to:

• refuse entry to any person
• inspect any bags, clothing, or other items at entry point or within the Hub
• refuse entry and confiscate wristbands if they are found to be cut, tampered with, or not belonging to the registered wearer.

The following items are not permitted:

• alcohol
• illegal substances (controlled, dangerous or illicit drugs, and drug paraphernalia)
• items that could cause harm or public nuisance (firearms, knives, flares, fireworks, smoke bombs, explosives, or chemical substances)
• glass (including bottles), cans, or drink containers
• laser lights
• aerosol cans or bulbs
• inflatable products or projectiles
• bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and rollerblades/ skates.

A person may be ejected from the Hub where that person:

• is deemed by management to be displaying offensive, disorderly, or unlawful behaviour
• enters the Hub or other restricted internal area without proper authorisation
• fails to comply with these conditions of entry or a lawful request from management.

Call it out! If you witness any of your peers not abiding by these conditions, please notify your nearest security guard, police officer, or volunteer.

*No bags allowed means no handbags, bum bags, fanny packs, shoulder bags etc. Clear plastic pouches will be available at the Wristband Centre—grab one when you get your official Safer Schoolies wristband. These can be worn in the Safer Schoolies Beach Hub.

You may also carry a small medical bag for items such as EpiPens, asthma inhalers, and other prescription medication. There aren’t any cloak room facilities, so we strongly suggest you leave bags and valuables at your accommodation or at home.

Accessibility and the Safer Schoolies Beach Hub

All graduating year 12 students are free to celebrate the end of their schooling in a safe and happy environment and we welcome school leavers requiring different accessibility needs to the Safer Schoolies Beach Hub.

The Safer Schoolies Beach Hub is an inclusive area that recognises the diverse needs of young people and caters for those who are mobility impaired, have other disabilities, or have non-visible disabilities.

We have viewing platforms, disabled toilet facilities, and other support mechanisms in place to make the Safer Schoolies Beach Hub an inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy.

In 2024 we proudly announced our partnership with the Hidden Disability Sunflower Program. This means many of our staff and volunteers have now been trained to support people with hidden disabilities at the Safer Schoolies Gold Coast Response.

For accessible parking, toilets, beach access, and other facilities in Surfers Paradise, please see the below resources:

• The City of Gold Coast Accessible Visitor Guide
• Download the PDF of the City of Gold Coast Accessible Visitor Guide (PDF, 13.9 MB)
• Download the PDF Map Mobility Map of Surfers Paradise (PDF, 2.7 MB)

Parking options are available close to the Schoolies Beach Hub entry for eligible patrons.

If you have any other questions about accessibility or to make accessibility arrangements, please contact Safer Schoolies HQ at SaferSchoolies@housing.qld.gov.au and we'll be in contact to discuss your needs directly.