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Welcome to Gold Coast Recreation and Sport Inc

Providing recreation and sport for people with disability

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Welcome

Gold Coast Recreation & Sport Inc is a community-based organisation which provides sport and recreational opportunities for people with disability. 

We are an organisation that has been operating for over 30 years and are dedicated to a philosophy which reflects its beliefs, values and attitudes. 

This philosophy has guided the interactions, relationships, practices and culture of the organisation since its inception.

Organisational Philosophy

GCRS deeply values its history, its current standing within the community and its future promise.  GCRS has and will continue to maintain its original focus of specialising in what it does best.  This is in recognition of the significant benefit recreation and sport can play in the lives of all people and upholding the right of people with a disability to participate.

We are committed to our mission of enhancing the quality of life of people with a disability by facilitating opportunities for participation and achievement in recreation and sport.

The language we use and the interactions we have with people are critical in shaping and reflecting our thoughts, beliefs, feelings and concepts.  GCRS insists on interacting with people with a disability in a manner that ensures dignity, recognises ability, encourages appropriate social interaction, and demonstrates due respect for age, gender, socio-economic and other personal circumstances.         

We insist on promoting a positive image of people with a disability.

GCRS’s dedication to professionalism guides its daily practice and ensures the quality of the service it provides.  This dedication is intrinsic to the programs GCRS provides, the people it employs, interactions with colleagues and stakeholders, and the links forged within the local community.

We strive for the highest of standards in all that we do.

GCRS is committed to meeting its legal and ethical obligations in its roles as a service provider, an employer and a community-based organisation.  GCRS aims to ensure that its management committee, employees and volunteers demonstrate the highest level of responsibility when performing their duties

We promote the concept of mutual responsibility in upholding the values of the organisation.

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30 May 2026
Southport Sharks Club, Corner Olsen and Musgrave Ave
Southport, QLD Australia
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Special Olympics Basketball competition is back August 9th at Carrara Sport and Leisure Centre9-3pm$30 to registerGet your registrations in early by emailing goldcoast.vicechair@specialolympics.com.au Special Olympics Gold Coast #inclusivebasketball #goldcoast #specialolympics #goldcoastrecreationandsport ... See MoreSee Less
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We’re excited to announce our emcee for the 2032 Legacy in Motion Summit – Strengthening Community Through Sport, Health and Inclusion, Carol Fox. Carol brings over 30 years of experience across elite sport, leadership and communication, working with athletes, sporting organisations and leaders across government, corporate and community sectors. She is widely recognised for her work in women’s sport leadership and her ability to translate high-performance principles into practical tools that build confidence, clarity and connection.Joining her are two incredible speakers.Naomi McCarthy OAM — Olympic Gold Medalist and advocate for women and girls in sport. Naomi will share her journey from campaigning for women’s water polo at the Sydney 2000 Olympics to driving systemic change in sport through leadership and governance.Lee Harrington from The Golf School Gold Coast is creating powerful grassroots impact through inclusive golf programs for women and girls, Special Olympics athletes and blind athletes, showing the true power of sport to build belonging and connection.Together, these voices will explore both grassroots action and the systemic change needed to create more inclusive opportunities across sport, recreation and physical activity.This summit is about turning ideas into action and building a lasting legacy for the Gold Coast leading into 2032 and beyond.If you work in sport, recreation, health, education or community services — this is a room you want to be in.Tickets $47 (valued at $297)Register:https://events.humanitix.com/2032-legacy-in-motion-summit-strengthening-community-through-sport-health-and-inclusion ... See MoreSee Less
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Office Closure Dates 2026

Last day of programs and support for 2026 will be on Thursday 17th December 2026. The office will therefore be closed and there will be no support on Friday 18th December 2026. 
GCRS will reopen and programs will resume on Wednesday 6th January 2027.

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