Kirra Reinvented
Saturday, January 9th, 2010Kirra Beach. One of the worlds’ most scenic and well-know beaches is undergoing an as a result of investment in the region. Sand relocation, the Tugan bypass, the opening of Southern Cross University and luxurious come together to give this sleepy surfing village a eagerly anticipated lift.
Developments like Nirvana By The Sea by Niecon which has a mix of the ‘old’ Kirra lifestyle with a degree of tasteful luxury have brought about a new life to the until recently often-missed beauty spot along the Southern Gold Coast.
The Local and State governments have relocated sand to Kirra Beach in order to revive the legendary surf break. A sand-pumping project that started out on 2001 at the base of the Tweed River is has been blamed for the issues. The Queensland Government pledged $1.5 million towards restoration work which Anna Bligh stated “…will help bring back Kirra’s world-famous surf break”.
Southern Cross University (SCU) Gold Coast campus, across from the international airport and just 400 m from Kirra opens this year. Students are invited to be part of the foundation year experience as well as enjoy the lifestyle benefits of this unmatched location.