Kawungan, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Kawungan Hervey Bay, Queensland
Kawungan Location in Queensland
Population	5,460 (2021 census)
• Density	958/km2 (2,480/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4655
Area	5.7 km2 (2.2 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
LGA(s)	Fraser Coast Region
State electorate(s)	Hervey Bay
Federal Division(s)	Hinkler
Suburbs around Kawungan: Pialba Scarness Torquay Urraween Kawungan Wondunna Nikenbah Nikenbah Wondunna

Kawungan is a suburb located in Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Fraser Coast Region. In 2021, about 5,460 people lived in Kawungan.

Exploring Kawungan's Landscape

Kawungan is mostly flat land. It sits about 20 to 30 meters above sea level. Some parts in the south are a bit hillier, reaching up to 60 meters high.

The northern part of Kawungan is where most homes are. The southern part is a mix of houses and farmland. This farmland is used for grazing animals on natural grasses.

Kawungan's Past

Kawungan became an official suburb on September 1, 1980. Its name comes from the Kabi language. Kawungan means "place of the scrub magpie." This name combines kai wung (scrub magpie) and dha/gun (place).

Two important schools opened in Kawungan. Hervey Bay Special School started on March 11, 1986. Kawungan State School opened a few years later, on January 29, 1991.

Who Lives in Kawungan?

The number of people living in Kawungan has grown over time. In 2016, there were 4,816 residents. By 2021, the population had increased to 5,460 people.

Important Places in Kawungan

Kawungan has a special place that is protected for its history. This is called a heritage-listed site.

• Colonsay Farm: Located at 125 Doolong Road, this farm is a heritage-listed site. It used to be known as Doolong Farm.

Learning in Kawungan

Kawungan has schools for younger students. These schools help kids learn and grow.

Kawungan State School

Kawungan State School is a primary school. It teaches students from early childhood up to Year 6. Both boys and girls attend this school. It is located on Grevillea Street. The school also has a special education program.

Hervey Bay Special School

Hervey Bay Special School is for students with special needs. It teaches students from Prep to Year 12. This school is for both boys and girls. You can find it on Frangipanni Avenue.

Nearby High Schools

Kawungan does not have its own high school. Older students can attend nearby high schools. These include Hervey Bay State High School in Pialba. Urangan State High School in Urangan is also an option.

Fun and Facilities in Kawungan

Kawungan has many parks where you can play and relax. There are also other important facilities in the suburb.

Parks to Explore

• Areca Drive Park
• Arlington Court Park
• Cromdale Circuit Park
• Daydream Court
• Denmans Camp Road
• Lilley Park
• Low Park
• Mackay Drive Park
• Margaret Lin Park
• Meledie Ave Park
• Nelsley Court Park
• Oleander Ave Park

Other Facilities

Baycrest retirement village is a community for older people. It is located at 99 Doolong Road. This village also includes the Baycrest RSL aged care facility.

A chapel for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is at 29 Grevillea Road.