Currumbin's edges
Over the headland
The Gold Coast Highway crosses Currumbin Creek and climbs through bushland past Currumbin Hill Conservation Park and the wildlife sanctuary. At 42 m, this is the highest point on the whole highway.
Two exits close by
The M1 runs down Currumbin's western side. Exit 93 at Elanora, and exit 95 at Tugun with its link to Currumbin Creek Road, are the nearest ways on.
Creek mouth and surf
Currumbin Beach runs from Currumbin Rock at the creek mouth down to Elephant Rock. Salt from the surf reaches any car parked near it, and salt speeds up rust underneath.
The valley behind
Currumbin Valley Reserve lies to the west, past the motorway. If the car is out that way rather than in the suburb, mention it in the note so the mechanic knows how far they're going.
Broken down on the highway or the M1?
Get everyone out on the side away from the traffic and somewhere safe, put the hazard lights on, and call roadside assistance if you have it. If anyone is hurt or in danger, call 000. On the stretch over the headland, don't try to fix anything at the roadside.
What to ask for at the next service
For a car that lives within reach of the surf, ask the mechanic to look underneath with the car on the hoist: brake lines, fuel lines, exhaust hangers and the floor. Rust caught early is a smaller job than rust found late.
Everything else is what any car needs: servicing to the book, tyres, brakes and a battery test. Car service on the Gold Coast runs through how to pick the right schedule.
What we'd do in your shoes
We'd hose the underside with fresh water after a run of beach days and ask for the hoist inspection at every service, rather than leaving it to chance. This close to the sea, that habit is worth more than most.