Main Beach Pavilion and Southport Surf Lifesaving Club

The Main Beach Pavilion and Southport Surf Lifesaving Club consist of two Spanish Mission style structures situated along Macarthur Parade, featuring decorative parapeted gables and stucco render.

Built in 1934 and 1936 respectively by Hall and Phillips architects, these buildings emerged during a period when coastal regions experienced growth due to increased recreational sea bathing.

The buildings represent the evolution of Australian beach culture, with the pavilion providing public bathing facilities and the club supporting surf safety through equipment storage and training spaces.

Visitors can access change rooms, showers, and a cafe in the pavilion while the surf club maintains beach safety operations and offers community facilities throughout the year.

The original 1927 clubhouse was destroyed by a cyclone, leading to the construction of the current building that aligns architecturally with the adjacent pavilion.

Location: Queensland

Inception: 1912

GPS coordinates: -27.97530,153.42900

Latest update: April 2, 2025 17:12