Doonan, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids DoonanSunshine Coast, Queensland |
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 Doonan
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 3,727 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 118.32/km2 (306.4/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4562 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 31.5 km2 (12.2 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 15 km (9 mi) SW of Noosa Heads | ||||||||||||||
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| Federal Division(s) | Wide Bay | ||||||||||||||
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Doonan is a quiet, leafy area in Queensland, Australia. It's a bit special because it's split between two local areas: the Sunshine Coast Region and the Shire of Noosa. In 2021, about 3,727 people lived there. Doonan is known for its peaceful, rural feel, even though it's close to bigger towns.
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Doonan's Location and Landscape
Doonan is divided into two parts. The northern part is in the Shire of Noosa, and the southern part is in the Sunshine Coast Region. For a few years, from 2008 to 2013, the whole area was part of the Sunshine Coast Region.
Hills and Roads in Doonan
Doonan has some interesting hills.
- Lone Tree Hill is on the western side. It rises to about 210 metres (689 feet) above sea level.
- Mitchell Hill is also in the west. It's about 140 metres (459 feet) high. This hill was named after two brothers, Harold and Allan Mitchell. They used to farm in this area. Both brothers bravely served in the 5th Light Horse during World War I.
The main road through Doonan is the Eumundi-Noosa Road. It runs from the south-west to the north of the area.
A Look at Doonan's Past
The name Doonan is thought to come from an Aboriginal word meaning leaf.
Early Settlers and Farming
From the 1800s into the 1900s, people settled in Doonan to farm. They raised animals and grew crops on large pieces of land. This farming continued until the 1990s. There was even a plan to build a railway line connecting Eumundi to Tewantin through Doonan. However, this project was stopped because World War I began.
Doonan's Old Schools
Doonan had a few schools in its early days:
- Doonan Provisional School opened on 2 April 1919. It became Doonan State School in 1920. This school closed in 1954.
- Doonan Lower State School opened in 1924 but closed around 1931.
Who Lives in Doonan?
In 2016, Doonan had a population of 3,459 people. By 2021, the number of people living in Doonan grew to 3,727.
Learning in Doonan
Doonan has one main school:
- Noosa Pengari Steiner School is a private school that teaches students from Prep (the year before Year 1) all the way up to Year 12. It opened in 1996. In 2018, about 298 students attended this school.
There are no government schools directly in Doonan. Students often go to nearby towns for public schooling.
- For primary school, they might go to Eumundi or Noosaville.
- For high school, students might attend schools in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Beach, or Cooroy/Pomona.
Things to Do and See
Doonan is a lovely place with a mix of rural and residential areas, surrounded by peaceful bushland. The roads in Doonan offer amazing views of the Pacific Ocean.
You can find many things to do here:
- Play a round of golf at the local golf course.
- Visit the country club.
- Relax at a day spa.
- Buy fresh produce from a farm gate.
- Explore a variety of shops and cafes.
Important Places and Services
- RSPCA Noosa is an animal shelter located in Doonan. It helps animals in need in the area.
