The " I visit the coast regularly but i wouldnt want to live there, its a great place to party etc etc" comment is so common from southerners. Im obviously biased as I was born in Southport and have lived on the GC for over 30 years but the Gold Coast has so much more to offer than just the tacky party scene and theme parks. It really is such a small part of the Gold Coast if you live here. The tourists really miss the best part of the Gold Coast as they don't really get to settle into the lifestyle.
We have an amazing hinterland, you can live on acres of land and be a 20 minute drive from the beach. Great waterways and offshore fishing, amazing beaches and surfing. Good employment opportunities. Cheap house prices (sort of) ... Also we have pretty much the best year round climate in the world as well. Oh and Gary Ablett!
Not having a dig at you at all either mate, im sure Adelaide is equally as great in different ways. Living in Australia, we are all pretty bloody lucky ! These draft kids should embrace wherever they end up as it would all be such a good experience!