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Content last updated 14/11/2022

COVID-19 testing on the Gold Coast

COVID-19 symptoms include respiratory/cold/flu-like symptoms, such as cough, fever, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny/stuffy nose, fatigue or lack of taste or smell or a range of other symptoms, including vomiting, nausea or diarrhoea.

If you have symptoms, no matter how mild, stay home, don’t go to work, school or the shops, and get tested as quickly as possible.

There are several COVID-19 testing options on the Gold Coast and it is important that you get tested, to ensure you get the care you need and to stop the virus spreading.

Latest information

For the latest information on COVID-19 testing, visit Queensland Health’s COVID-19 testing requirements webpage. 

COVID-19 testing requirements

Gold Coast Primary Health Network does not arrange COVID-19 testing or book testing appointments. 

Most private pathology providers require a GP referral and a Medicare card for Medicare to cover the cost of your PCR test. Contact the provider to check whether you need a referral.

PCR tests are offered at private pathology-operated locations around Queensland. Remember to check the conditions of bulk billed COVID-19 testing on the private pathology provider’s website before you get you get tested or you may be charged a fee for pathology services.

Gold Coast COVID-19 testing options include:

  • Respiratory Clinics are Commonwealth funded clinics, supported by Gold Coast Primary Health Network, providing a safe environment for assessment and testing of respiratory symptoms including COVID-19, located at Burleigh Waters, Upper Coomera, and Hope Island. * Please note these clinics do not test asymptomatic cases (people with no symptoms).

The Commonwealth Government with support from Gold Coast Primary Health Network, has helped establish GP led local respiratory clinics, which offers a safe environment for dedicated assessment and testing. These clinics provide a thorough assessment of any respiratory symptoms (fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath etc.) and also tests for COVID-19.

Referrals: There are no referrals required.

Bookings: Bookings are essential.

Cost: Free.

Where:

Clinic details Hours To Book
Burleigh Cove Respiratory Clinic

Shop 13/109 West Burleigh Road, Burleigh Waters, QLD 4220

 COVID-19 testing & vaccination

Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm

 Walk-ins will not be accepted. Bookings are essential.

No referral is required. 

Book online at HotDoc or burleighcrc.com.au or call 0410 831 919
Upper Coomera Respiratory Clinic

Ground Floor, Shop 6/21 Coomera Grand Drive, Upper Coomera, QLD 4209

 COVID-19 testing & vaccination

Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm

Saturday, 8.30am-12.30pm

 

 Walk-ins are accepted.

No referral is required. 

Book online at HotDoc or call 07 5529 7125
Hope Island Respiratory Clinic

10 Santa Barbara Road, Hope Island, QLD, 4212

 

*Hope Island RC will no longer be providing COVID-19 vaccinations from 30 September 2022

 COVID-19 testing & vaccination

Monday – Friday, 1pm – 5pm

Saturday, 8am-12noon

** Please note we are closed public holidays and Sundays unless otherwise specified

 Bookings are required – No referral is required. 

Book online at HotDoc or call 07 5563 5151
  • General Practitioners (GPs) may conduct testing for COVID-19 or provide referrals to pathology clinics or other options for testing. Telehealth consultations may be available to discuss symptoms.

Some general practices are able to conduct testing for COVID-19 or can refer patients to dedicated pathology clinics for testing, which includes some drive through testing facilities, or recommend other options. Telehealth consultations may be available to discuss any symptoms. Patients should call the practice in advance to discuss their options.

Find your local general practitioner

Anyone with respiratory/cold/flu-like symptoms should always phone the clinic first, before visiting the practice.

  • Pathology Testing Centres  Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology and QML Pathology.

    Free Medicare-funded PCR testing are available at private pathology-operated clinics for anyone with a Medicare card and a GP referral.

    If a patient does not have a Medicare card and a GP referral, they may be charged for the test by the private pathology-operated clinic.

    Some PCR testing at private laboratories interstate may have a cost.

  • Temporary Testing Centres – Other testing options, including drive through options are available on the Gold Coast. Please check the Queensland Health website for locations and times.

Polymerase chain reaction tests (PCR)

PCR tests are no longer required to confirm a positive rapid antigen test (RAT). 

PCR tests are available where RATs cannot be accessed. 

PCR Testing sites 

Rapid antigen tests (RATs)

A positive RAT result must be reported to Queensland Health. RATs can be purchased at pharmacies and retail stores. 

Report a positive RAT result 

Free COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) are available from the Carrara Health Centre, Monday to Friday between 10am-2pm. Entry is via Pappas Way into Chisholm Road.

Queensland health have advised that the following groups can access free RAT kits via the Queensland Health distribution centres (Carrara and Upper Coomera in the GC) without a concession card:

  • People at risk of or experiencing homelessness, including people escaping domestic and family violence
  • Certain Medicare ineligible cohorts, including: