Karawatha, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Karawatha Brisbane, Queensland
Karawatha Forest, 2012
Karawatha Location in Queensland
Population	337 (2021 census)
• Density	39.19/km2 (101.5/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4117
Area	8.6 km2 (3.3 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	25.4 km (16 mi) SSE of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Calamvale Ward)
State electorate(s)	Stretton
Federal Division(s)	Moreton
Suburbs around Karawatha: Stretton Kuraby Woodridge Stretton Karawatha Woodridge Drewvale Berrinba Logan Central

Karawatha is a quiet suburb located in the southern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's known for its large natural areas. In 2021, about 337 people lived in Karawatha.

Exploring Karawatha's Nature

Karawatha is about 22 kilometers (14 miles) south-east of Brisbane's city center. It's a very green area with lots of open space. Most of Karawatha is made up of natural parkland. This special area is called Karawatha Forest. It's a place where nature thrives, with very few buildings.

Karawatha's Past

The name Karawatha comes from an Aboriginal word. It means "a place with pine trees." This tells us about the types of trees that grew here long ago.

This area was once called Berrinba. But now, Berrinba is a different suburb. It is located to the south, in Logan City.

Who Lives in Karawatha?

The number of people living in Karawatha has grown. In 2016, only 19 people lived here. By 2021, the population had increased to 337 people.

Learning in Karawatha

Karawatha is home to two schools that offer different ways of learning.

Islamic College of Brisbane

The Islamic College of Brisbane is a private school. It teaches students from Prep (kindergarten) all the way to Year 12. Both boys and girls can attend this school. It opened on January 5, 1995. The school is located at 45 Acacia Road, right next to the beautiful Karawatha Forest. In 2018, over 1,100 students were enrolled here.

Faith Christian School of Distance Education

Faith Christian School of Distance Education is another private school. It also teaches students from Prep to Year 12. This school is special because it focuses on home-based education. This means students learn from home, following Christian beliefs. It started in 2012 and is run by Christian Home Based Education Ltd. You can find it at 129 Garfield Road.

Fun Places to Visit

Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre

If you love nature, you can visit the Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre. It's located on Acacia Road. This center is run by the Brisbane City Council. It's a great place to learn about the local plants and animals in Karawatha Forest.