WALLY FANKHAUSER SPORTS PARK

Public BBQ

Wally Fankhauser Sports Park sits on Musgrave Avenue like a well-maintained secret that locals seem determined to keep to themselves. The oval stretches out in that particularly Australian way - vast enough to make you wonder if they're expecting a small aircraft to land rather than a footy match. The Southport Sharks have claimed this territory, and you can sense their presence in the purposeful way the facilities are arranged. The barbecue areas suggest weekend gatherings where serious discussions about team performance unfold over sausages. Clean toilets - always a relief at sporting venues - and enough parking to accommodate the optimistic crowds that Gold Coast sporting ambitions tend to inspire. It's functional rather than flashy, which somehow feels exactly right.

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Musgrave Ave, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
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Address
Musgrave Ave, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
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Generally No! The BBQs are first come, first serve. However, if you plan on having a larger event then please check with Gold Coast council.

Come prepared with the right essentials, and you'll enjoy a fun day of barbecuing in WALLY FANKHAUSER SPORTS PARK. For more information, check out our What to Bring to a Public BBQ guide.

Aussie public BBQs are simple to use. Majority of sites listed on this website are gas or electric BBQs. Simply press the button and it will turn on for a set amount of time (10-20 minutes).

We do also list wood fired BBQs on this site, so check the above descriptions and photos to be prepared.

Check out our How To Use Public BBQ Guide for further information.

Did you turn it on properly? Check out our How to Use Public BBQ guide.

If you are convinced that the BBQ has issues, then contact Gold Coast council and let them know it's faulty.

You should first check with Gold Coast council about the rules and restrictions.

Generally, it is permissible to utilize your own gas BBQ, provided it remains under continuous supervision. However, the usage of Charcoal BBQ's is typically restricted, with the exception of parks equipped with designated charcoal disposal bins.

Check out our guide on Portable BBQs in Aussie Parks and Beaches for more information.