Peregian Springs, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Peregian SpringsSunshine Coast, Queensland |
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Aerial view of Peregian Springs
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 Peregian Springs
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 9,532 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 1,672/km2 (4,330/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4573 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 5.7 km2 (2.2 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Sunshine Coast Region, Division 9 | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Ninderry | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Fairfax | ||||||||||||||
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Peregian Springs is a suburb located in the Sunshine Coast Region of Queensland, Australia. It is known for its carefully planned community. In 2021, about 9,532 people lived here.
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Exploring Peregian Springs
Peregian Springs is home to a large, planned community. This area was designed by FKP Property Group. It offers a mix of homes and natural spaces.
Nature and Wildlife
About 50 hectares (which is like 50 football fields!) of Peregian Springs are special nature areas. These areas protect local animals and their homes. There's a plan to help a special plant called the Emu Mountain Sheoak. A dedicated nature corridor also helps animals move safely.
Water Management
The community has a smart system to manage rainwater. It uses special ditches called swales. These swales help clean rainwater. They filter out dirt and pollution. This makes the water cleaner as it flows away from homes.
The Peregian Springs Shopping Centre also helps the environment. It has rainwater tanks to collect rain. This water is used for watering plants and cleaning. The centre also has solar shading. This helps keep the building cool.
A Look Back: History of Peregian Springs
The name Peregian comes from the Kabi Kabi language. It means emu or possibly mangrove seeds. A nearby mountain, Mount Peregian, used to be called Emu Mountain.
First Inhabitants
The first people to live in the Peregian Springs area were the Gubbi Gubbi people. They were an Indigenous Australian group. They lived off the rich resources from the rivers and land. Their society was matrilineal, meaning the woman's name was given to the land and tribe.
Early Settlers and Timber
Around 1870, the first non-Indigenous settlers arrived. They made money from timber and milling trees. A paddle steamer called the Culgoa regularly carried timber from Noosa to Brisbane. Sadly, it was wrecked in 1891.
Building Schools
Two important schools were built in Peregian Springs.
St Andrew's Anglican College
This private school was planned to open in 2002. However, a special frog, the endangered Wallum sedge frog, was found on the site. The school's plans had to change to protect the frog's home. Construction started in 2002. The school opened on January 28, 2003, with 161 students.
Peregian Springs State School
Construction for this government primary school began in April 2009. The community helped choose the school's name. It officially opened on January 27, 2010, with 265 students. The school grew quickly, reaching over 1,000 students by 2017. It now has an indoor sports centre and more classrooms.
Who Lives Here: Demographics
The number of people living in Peregian Springs has grown over the years:
- In 2011, there were 3,949 people.
- In 2016, the population grew to 7,065 people.
- By 2021, the population reached 9,532 people.
Learning in Peregian Springs
Peregian Springs has good schools for children of all ages.
Peregian Springs State School
This is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It is located at 191 The Avenue. In 2018, about 1,041 students attended the school. It also has a special education program.
St Andrew's Anglican College
This is a private school for students from Prep to Year 12. It is located at 40 Peregian Springs Drive. In 2018, about 1,290 students were enrolled. The school also has an early learning centre called Little Saints for very young children.
There isn't a government high school right in Peregian Springs. The closest one is Coolum State High School in nearby Coolum Beach.
Things to Do and Places to Go
Peregian Springs offers several places for shopping, recreation, and community activities.
Peregian Springs Shopping Centre
This shopping centre is 5,000 square meters in size. It has a Coles supermarket and 15 other shops. There are also 300 parking spaces.
Mobile Library Service
The Sunshine Coast Regional Council runs a mobile library service. It visits the shopping centre's carpark regularly. This makes it easy for everyone to borrow books.
Paths for Walking and Cycling
Peregian Springs has many paths for walking and cycling. These paths connect different parts of the suburb. They make it easy and safe to get around without a car.
Peregian Springs Golf Course
There is a private 18-hole golf course in Peregian Springs. It is a 72-par course. Only members and their guests can play here.
Fun Events
Peregian Springs hosts some exciting events, especially for golf lovers.
- Peregian Springs Pro-Am: This golf tournament was named "Metropolitan Tournament of the Year" in 2007. It offers a large prize money.
- The FKP Peregian Springs Series: This is one of the richest golf pro-am series in Australia. Golf professionals from Australia and New Zealand come to compete.
- Noosa Jazz Festival: This music festival takes place across the Sunshine Coast region. Some important performances are held right in Peregian Springs.
