St Margaret’s Church in Surfers Paradise

St Margaret’s Church is located in Surfers Paradise

Address: Gold Coast Arts Centre grounds, 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise

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St Margaret’s Church, built in 1877, is historically significant in demonstrating the early development of ecclesiastical structures in the late 19th century on the Gold Coast. The modest, timber church was the first dedicated church building to be erected in the Nerang area. The church is representative of the design and form of early 19th century timber churches that were once common on the Gold Coast. As a result of development, which has transformed rural areas into suburban environments, these types of churches are now becoming increasingly uncommon. The church is an example of a place that has fulfilled a function that has been an important part of the cultural and social development of the Gold Coast society. Despite being relocated in 1992 and extensively renovated, the church retains its evocative qualities and expressive attributes including traditional symbolism in the form of a bell tower and Christian cross. Today, St Margaret’s continues to serve the community as a church and retains a special association and symbolic connection with the Anglican Church of Australia.

Queensland Heritage Register: NO
Heritage protection boundary: Building plus 10m radius