An ambitious real estate project could reshape the Gold Coast skyline and turn Australia into the stage for the latest iconic development linked to the Trump brand.
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The billion-dollar plan — announced by developers and the Trump Organization itself — includes the construction of the Trump International Hotel & Tower Gold Coast, a luxury skyscraper with 91 floors and approximately 335–340 meters in height, which could become the tallest building ever planned in the country.
What’s included in the project
- Luxury hotel with 285 rooms under the Trump brand.
- 272 high-end residential units, with prices starting at around A$5 million (approx. US$3.5 million).
- Commercial spaces, restaurants, bars, and an exclusive beach club focused on luxury tourism.
- Located in Surfers Paradise, the main tourist destination on the Gold Coast.
According to Altus Property Group, the licensing agreement with the Trump Organization was finalized in February during a meeting at Mar-a-Lago in the United States — marking the brand’s first major move into the Australian market.
A milestone — and a debate
The project, estimated at around US$1.5 billion (A$1.5 billion), is expected to attract international investment and boost local jobs, especially with the growth of tourism and preparations for events such as the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
However, the idea has already sparked controversy. Critics argue that such large-scale developments may not come to fruition and that a skyscraper associated with the president of the United States on Australian soil raises questions about cultural identity and urban development. A formal development application has not yet been submitted to the Gold Coast City Council.
What’s next?
The project is currently in the design and planning phase, with estimates suggesting construction could begin as early as 2026, though legal steps and approvals are still pending.
Source: Unilad
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