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Content last updated 9/05/2022

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 a number of 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 spread to your family or to the community.

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. 

Changes to the cost of private COVID-19 testing

From 7 March 2022, private pathology clinics will require patients to have a Medicare card and a GP referral. Without a valid referral, patients may be charged for their test by the clinic. Find out more about the cost of testing. If requirements are met, COVID-19 testing is free of charge at any of the Queensland Health operated testing clinics listed here.

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, Hope Island and Nerang. * 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

 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
Haan – Upper Coomera Respiratory Clinic

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

 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

 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
Kalwun Nerang Respiratory Clinic

14 Nerang Street, Nerang

Criteria/Details: This clinic is for anyone who meets the testing criteria, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families and vulnerable people. Patients are to phone ahead to book an appointment.

 COVID-19 testing & vaccination

Please visit the Kalwun Nerang Clinic webpage for clinic open hours and dedicated vaccination/ testing times.

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

No referral is required. 

Book online at HotDoc, call 07 5647 3477 or for more information visit the Kalwun website
  • 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.

  • COVID-19 Testing Centres are run by Gold Coast Health to specifically test for COVID-19.

These clinics are run by Gold Coast Health to specifically test for COVID-19 at the Gold Coast University Hospital and Robina Health Precinct (near Robina Hospital).

Cost: Free.

Referrals: No referral required.

When: 9am to 9pm, seven days a week. *please check Gold Coast Health website in case hours change.

Visit the Gold Coast Health website to find out more

  • 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.

Self-testing tools

Most people can manage COVID-19 at home and are advised to utilise the tools and helplines below in the first instance they suspect they have COVID-19. 

COVID care self-checker – A clinical self-assessment tool designed to help patients understand what healthcare they may need based on their symptoms and other risk factors. 

National Coronavirus Hotline 1800 020 080 - Available 24 hours a day 7 days per week, with an interpreter available (press 8). 

Queensland Health Automated Assessment Service Billie the Bot – Adults 1800 953 919 | Youth (less than 16 years) 1800845 298 

Access COVID self checker 

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. 

Queensland Health have a limited supply at testing sites. 

Report a positive RAT result 

To search for local testing centres anywhere in Queensland visit the Queensland Health website.