Tanawha, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Tanawha Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Lagoon at Maroochy Bushland Botanical Gardens, 2018
Tanawha Location in Queensland
Population	1,312 (2021 census)
• Density	102.5/km2 (265/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4556
Area	12.8 km2 (4.9 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	4.3 km (3 mi) SW of Buderim 11.4 km (7 mi) SW of Maroochydore 13.6 km (8 mi) SE of Nambour 17.7 km (11 mi) NW of Caloundra CBD 89.5 km (56 mi) N of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	Sunshine Coast Region
County	Canning
Parish	Mooloolah
State electorate(s)	Buderim Nicklin
Federal Division(s)	Fisher Fairfax
Suburbs around Tanawha: Forest Glen Mons Buderim Chevallum Tanawha Sippy Downs Ilkley Glenview Palmview

Tanawha is a small, quiet area in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the beautiful Sunshine Coast Region. People think its name comes from a Māori word. This word means a legendary monster from New Zealand!

In 2021, about 1,312 people lived in Tanawha.

Exploring Tanawha: Location and Landscape

Tanawha is located inland from the beaches. This area is called the Sunshine Coast hinterland. It's also part of the larger Buderim area.

Two important roads pass through Tanawha. The Bruce Highway goes from the south-east to the north-west. The Sunshine Motorway runs along the eastern side.

A Look Back: Tanawha's History

The name Tanawha is thought to come from a Māori word. This word describes a legendary monster from New Zealand.

The Tanawha Tourist Drive was once the main Bruce Highway. But on November 16, 1989, a new road opened. This new road, called the Tanawha Deviation, took over as the main highway.

A local timber cutter named Frank Cunning worked here. He was the son of an early settler in the area. Frank ran sawmills in different places over the years. He also raised cattle on a large property near Sippy Creek.

A fun place called Bellingham Maze opened in 1993. It has added more cool attractions since then. The Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden opened its doors in 2001.

Who Lives Here? Tanawha's Population

In 2016, about 1,327 people called Tanawha home. By 2021, the population was 1,312 people.

Learning in Tanawha: Local Schools

There are no schools directly in Tanawha. However, students can easily go to schools nearby.

• Chancellor State College is in Sippy Downs to the east.
• Buderim Mountain State School is in Buderim to the north-east.
• Chevallum State School is in Chevallum to the west.
• Eudlo State School is in Eudlo to the south-west.
• Glenview State School is in Glenview to the south.

For older students, Chancellor State College in Sippy Downs is the closest high school.

Community Life: Amenities in Tanawha

Calvary Christian Church is a church located on Crosby Hill Road. It is part of the Australian Christian Churches group.

Fun Things to Do: Tanawha Attractions

A fun maze at Amaze World.

Amaze World is a great place for puzzles and games. It used to be called Bellingham Maze. You can explore a big maze, play puzzle games, and even try mini-golf. It's located on Tawawha Tourist Drive.

Cool art at the Botanic Garden.

The Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden is also in Tanawha. This garden shows off many plants that grow naturally on the Sunshine Coast. It's a wonderful place to learn about local nature.