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4/465 Oxley Dr, Runaway Bay QLD 4216 Thu–Tue 9am–7pm · Closed Wed
About 13 minutes from Southport

Massage 13 minutes from Southport

Southport is the Gold Coast's business heart — and just a short drive north sits a calm, private massage studio worth the trip. Massage by Laura is about 13 minutes from the Southport CBD in Runaway Bay, with free on-site parking and one-on-one remedial care from a therapist with 100+ five-star Google reviews.

Remedial and relaxation massage for Southport residents

As the Gold Coast's traditional CBD, Southport keeps a lot of people busy — office and professional workers around Australia Fair and the Southport business district, students, health-precinct staff, and the runners and cyclists who make the most of the Broadwater Parklands. All of that sitting, screen time and training adds up in the body. Massage by Laura offers a genuinely restorative alternative just up the road: a quiet, private studio in Runaway Bay where every session is one-on-one with Laura, an ATMS-registered remedial massage therapist.

Whether you are dealing with desk-driven neck and shoulder tension, need recovery work after training along the Broadwater, or simply want to switch off with a relaxation massage, it is an easy trip from Southport.

Getting to the studio from Southport

The drive from Southport to our Runaway Bay studio takes roughly 13 minutes. Head north on the Gold Coast Highway or up Marine Parade, then follow Oxley Drive into Runaway Bay — we are at Shop 4, 465 Oxley Drive. Unlike the metered parking and busy streets around the Southport CBD and Australia Fair, there is free on-site parking right at the studio, so you can arrive relaxed and leave without watching the clock. It is a short, straightforward drive that regular Southport clients tell us is well worth it for the quality of the treatment and the calm of the space.

Treatments popular with Southport clients

Southport is a mix of professionals, students and active locals, and the treatments that get booked reflect that:

Why Southport clients make the short drive

Southport has plenty of large, busy clinics — but Massage by Laura is deliberately different. You see Laura herself every time, in a calm private studio rather than a high-turnover practice, and every session starts with a proper assessment so the treatment actually fits your body. With more than 100 five-star Google reviews, health fund rebates on eligible remedial treatments, and easy free parking, it is an easy call for Southport locals who want quality over convenience-around-the-corner.

Health fund rebates

Laura is an ATMS-registered remedial massage therapist, so most Southport clients with private health extras that include remedial massage can claim a rebate on eligible treatments. Just mention it when you book so your invoice is prepared correctly.

Book your Southport massage

Ready for a treatment that is worth the short drive? Book online 24/7 via Fresha, or call 0493 428 064. We are about 13 minutes from Southport at Shop 4, 465 Oxley Drive, Runaway Bay.

All treatments

Treatments available to Southport residents

Every service at our Runaway Bay studio is available to you — whether you're driving from Southport or one of the surrounding suburbs.

Remedial Massage

Assessment-based clinical massage that treats pain, injury and movement restriction at the cause. Health fund rebates available with ATMS registration.

From A$59 Learn more

Relaxation Massage

The classic full-body massage — flowing strokes, calm pace, and the most accessible price on the menu. The everyday choice for unwinding and resetting.

From A$89 Learn more

Deep Tissue Massage

Slow, firm pressure that works into the deeper layers of muscle and fascia to release chronic tension, break down knots and restore proper movement.

A$119 Learn more

Sports Massage

Recovery-focused remedial work for athletes, gym-goers and active people. Firm-pressure techniques that support training cycles, ease muscle fatigue and aid recovery.

A$119 Learn more

De-Stress Massage

A calming, full-body massage designed to switch off a stressed nervous system — slow strokes, soft music, calm lighting and the option of aromatherapy.

From A$119 Learn more

Ear Candling & Head Massage

A calming 30-minute wellness ritual combining traditional ear candling with a soothing scalp, head and neck massage to ease tension and quiet a busy mind.

A$59 Learn more

Remedial Pregnancy Massage

Safe, side-lying remedial massage for the second and third trimesters. Eases pregnancy back pain, hip and pelvic tightness, and supports sleep — claimable on health fund.

From A$119 Learn more

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) — gentle, rhythmic technique to support the lymphatic system. Used for post-surgical recovery, fluid retention and lymphoedema management.

From A$179 Learn more

Reflexology Massage

A deeply relaxing foot massage that uses pressure-point techniques drawn from the reflexology tradition. Ease tired feet, soften stress and switch off completely.

From A$59 Learn more

OrganicSpa Facial Massage

A calming facial massage using organic skincare. Releases jaw and forehead tension, soothes the nervous system and leaves skin feeling refreshed.

From A$70 Learn more

Hot Stone Massage

Smooth heated basalt stones placed on the body and worked through the muscles, combining deep warmth with flowing massage for a uniquely calming experience.

From A$119 Learn more

Cupping Therapy Massage

Specialised suction cups combined with massage to release deep muscle tension, improve circulation and support faster recovery — without heavy direct pressure.

A$79 Learn more
Common questions

Massage for Southport residents — FAQs

How far is Massage by Laura from Southport?
The studio is about 13 minutes north of the Southport CBD by car — head up the Gold Coast Highway or Marine Parade and follow Oxley Drive into Runaway Bay. We are at Shop 4, 465 Oxley Drive.
Is there parking?
Yes — there is free on-site parking right at the studio, which many Southport clients appreciate compared with the metered parking around the CBD and Australia Fair.
Do you offer mobile massage in Southport?
No — Massage by Laura is a studio-based practice in Runaway Bay, so all treatments are done at the studio. It is a short, easy drive from Southport, with free parking when you arrive.
What massage is best if I work at a desk in Southport?
For desk and office workers, remedial massage targeting the neck, shoulders and upper back is usually the best fit. Our desk-job and posture pain page explains more.
Can I claim on my health fund?
Yes. Laura is ATMS-registered, so most clients with private health extras that include remedial massage can claim a rebate on eligible treatments. Mention it when booking.
What are your hours and how do I book?
We are open Thursday to Tuesday, 9am to 7pm, closed Wednesdays. Book online 24/7 via Fresha or call 0493 428 064. A 10% surcharge applies on public holidays.
Find us

Massage by Laura · Runaway Bay

Address: Shop 4, 465 Oxley Dr, Runaway Bay QLD 4216

Hours: Thu–Tue 9am–7pm · Closed Wed. A 10% surcharge applies on public holidays.

Phone: 0493 428 064

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Ready to feel like yourself again?

Book online 24/7 or call Laura directly — every session is tailored to you.