Aroona, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Aroona Caloundra, Queensland
Aroona Location in Queensland
Population	3,466 (2021 census)
• Density	1,820/km2 (4,700/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4551
Area	1.9 km2 (0.7 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	4.4 km (3 mi) N of Caloundra CBD 89.9 km (56 mi) N of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Sunshine Coast Region
County	Canning
Parish	Bribie
State electorate(s)	Kawana
Federal Division(s)	Fisher
Suburbs around Aroona: Meridan Plains Currimundi Battery Hill Little Mountain Aroona Battery Hill Little Mountain Caloundra West Caloundra

Aroona is a suburb located in Caloundra, which is part of the beautiful Sunshine Coast Region in Queensland, Australia. It's a place where many families and people live. In 2021, about 3,466 people called Aroona home.

Where is Aroona?

Aroona is part of the bigger urban area around Caloundra. It is located about 4.4 kilometers (2.7 miles) north of the main part of Caloundra.

History of the Name

The name Aroona has a special meaning. It comes from an Aboriginal word. It means "place of refreshing" or "place of running water." This suggests that long ago, this area might have been known for its fresh water.

People of Aroona

In 2021, Aroona had a population of 3,466 people. Most people (79%) living here were born in Australia. Other people came from countries like England (5.6%) and New Zealand (4.4%). Most people in Aroona speak English at home.

Schools Near Aroona

There are no schools directly inside Aroona. Students living in Aroona usually go to primary schools in nearby suburbs. These include Currimundi, Caloundra, and Meridan Plains. For high school, students can attend schools in Caloundra and Meridan Plains.

Important Facilities

Aroona has an important facility called the Sugarbag Road Reservoir. This is a water treatment plant. It helps make sure the water is clean and safe for everyone to drink and use.

Parks and Green Spaces

Aroona is home to several parks where people can relax and enjoy nature. These parks offer great places for outdoor activities and spending time with friends and family.

• Aroona Park (26°46′54″S 153°07′06″E / 26.7816°S 153.1184°E / -26.7816; 153.1184 (Aroona Park))
• Bapaume Park (26°46′47″S 153°07′29″E / 26.7796°S 153.1247°E / -26.7796; 153.1247 (Bapaume Park))
• Juno Park (26°46′52″S 153°07′22″E / 26.7812°S 153.1229°E / -26.7812; 153.1229 (Juno Park))
• Kalana Park (26°46′44″S 153°07′33″E / 26.7790°S 153.1257°E / -26.7790; 153.1257 (Kalana Park))
• Kestrel Park (26°47′20″S 153°07′16″E / 26.7889°S 153.1212°E / -26.7889; 153.1212 (Kestrel Park))
• Michael Olm Park (26°46′37″S 153°06′46″E / 26.7769°S 153.1127°E / -26.7769; 153.1127 (Michael Olm Park))
• Ocean Ridge Park (26°47′06″S 153°07′17″E / 26.7851°S 153.1215°E / -26.7851; 153.1215 (Ocean Ridge Park))
• Ridgehaven Natural Amenity Reserve (26°46′45″S 153°06′35″E / 26.7792°S 153.1097°E / -26.7792; 153.1097 (Ridgehaven Natural Amenity Reserve))
• Ridgehaven Park (26°46′35″S 153°06′59″E / 26.7764°S 153.1163°E / -26.7764; 153.1163 (Ridgehaven Park))
• Rothfall Chase Reserve (26°46′32″S 153°06′35″E / 26.7756°S 153.1098°E / -26.7756; 153.1098 (Rothfall Chase Reserve))
• Sharyn Bonney Bushland Reserve (26°47′03″S 153°06′35″E / 26.7842°S 153.1097°E / -26.7842; 153.1097 (Sharyn Bonney Bushland Reserve))