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HEADING WEST WORDS Sam Stolz PHOTOS Various
As coastal fringe dwellers, we often overlook the beauty of our own backyard. With regional tourism soaring to new heights, the allure of Canungra calls.
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ometimes it’s worthwhile to get out of your comfort
Brimming with heritage-listed architecture and plenty to see
zone.
and do, Canungra oozes vintage vibes and serves as a perfect
Living on the sun-kissed Gold Coast, we often take
weekend getaway spot to let your hair down.
advantage of the short drive to picturesque white beaches,
Cowboy boots are perfectly acceptable in Canungra, which
vibrant retail and dining hotspots and the thriving nightlife.
hosts its annual rodeo in July of each year, drawing in
But there’s more to be seen close to home than its famous
thousands of boot scooting tourists who are captivated by its country charm.
coastline, and all it takes is a little venture beyond the black stump to see it.
But in this part of the picturesque Scenic Rim there’s more to
You don’t have to travel far to take in a different way of life
country town has played host to a swathe of swanky dining
(45 minutes from our Robina dealership) and none more so
options, luxury accommodation offerings and a selection of
apparent than in the stunning country township of Canungra.
exciting retail stores.
do than just kickabout in the dust. In recent years the quaint
