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If you are new to Highland Park, continue reading for a brief history lesson to find out more about the fantastic lifestyle and what the suburb has to offer.
Overview Located in the southern part of Nerang, Highland Park is a suburb in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland. According to the 2016 census data, it has a total population of 60,803 with a total land area of 3.9 square kilometres. Some of its landmarks are Cineplex Cinema Nerang and the Highland Park shopping centre.
Living in Highland Park Living in Highland Park consists of encountering a lot of kangaroos and birds outside. It may be quite far from the beaches, but it has leisure spots to fulfil one's enjoyment. It has a variety of restaurants, local shops, and parks. Cineplex Cinema Nerang offers the cheapest movie tickets sold around Gold Coast and Highland Park shopping centre for retail shopping. There are three primary schools, and the nearest secondary school is in its neighbouring suburb Nerang. The most common residents in Highland are young to middle-aged families.
History of Highland Park The William Duncan State School first opened its doors on January 27, 1987. Ivan Gibbs, the Queensland Legislative Assembly for Albert, declared it open on October 31, 1987. William Duncan, an early immigrant and timber-getter in the area, was honoured with the school's name. An earlier suggestion suggested renaming the school Boorajing (an Aboriginal word meaning 'windy place').
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