Yaroomba, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Yaroomba Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Double Rainbow over Coolum David Low Way, 2015
Yaroomba Location in Queensland
Population	2,043 (2021 census)
• Density	786/km2 (2,040/sq mi)
Established	1953
Postcode(s)	4573
Elevation	12 m (39 ft)
Area	2.6 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	3.1 km (2 mi) S of Coolum Beach 16.3 km (10 mi) N of Maroochydore 23.5 km (15 mi) NE of Nambour 35.3 km (22 mi) N of Caloundra 116 km (72 mi) N of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Sunshine Coast Region
State electorate(s)	Maroochydore Ninderry
Federal Division(s)	Fairfax
Suburbs around Yaroomba: Coolum Beach Coolum Beach Point Arkwright Coolum Beach Yaroomba Coral Sea Mount Coolum Mount Coolum Coral Sea

Yaroomba is a beautiful coastal suburb located in the Sunshine Coast Region of Queensland, Australia. It's known for its lovely beaches and natural areas. In 2021, about 2,043 people lived here.

Exploring Yaroomba's Landscape

Yaroomba sits right next to the Coral Sea on its eastern side. This means it has a long, sandy stretch of beach called Yaroomba Beach. The land gently rises from the ocean, reaching about 40 meters high further inland.

Yaroomba's Land Use

A big part of Yaroomba, about half of it, is taken up by the Palmer Coolum Resort and Golf Course. The rest of the suburb is where people live in houses. The main road, David Low Way, runs through Yaroomba, connecting different areas.

A Glimpse into Yaroomba's Past

Yaroomba has an interesting history, starting as a different name and even having a shipwreck!

How Yaroomba Got Its Name

This suburb began as a housing area called Coronation Beach in 1953. This name honored the crowning of Queen Elizabeth II. In 1961, the name was changed to Yaroomba. This new name comes from the Kabi language, a local Aboriginal language, and it means "surf on the beach."

The Story of the Kirkdale Shipwreck

In 2007, a large piece of wood, weighing about 200 kilograms, was found on Yaroomba Beach. This piece of wood was part of a shipwreck! The ship was called the Kirkdale. It was a sailing ship, about 30 meters long, built in England.

The Kirkdale left Launceston in May 1862, heading for Sri Lanka. However, after reaching Cooktown, the captain decided to sail south again. On July 19, 1862, the ship ran aground (got stuck) off Yaroomba Beach. The ship caught fire, but luckily, the captain and crew were able to escape in a boat and survived.

Who Lives in Yaroomba?

The number of people living in Yaroomba has been growing. In 2016, there were 1,623 people. By 2021, the population had grown to 2,043 people.

Learning and Education in Yaroomba

Yaroomba itself doesn't have any schools. However, students living in Yaroomba can attend schools in the nearby suburb of Coolum Beach.

Local Schools and Library

Children in Yaroomba go to Coolum State School for primary education and Coolum State High School for secondary education. The closest public library is also located in Coolum.

Fun Things to Do in Yaroomba

Yaroomba is a great place for outdoor activities, especially with its beautiful beach and parks.

Yaroomba's Natural Attractions

The suburb has a lovely 1-kilometer stretch of beach close to Point Arkwright. One of the main attractions is the Yaroomba Bushland Park. This park is a lush, green forest with a wooden boardwalk, perfect for exploring nature.

Parks and Green Spaces

Yaroomba has several parks where you can relax and enjoy the outdoors:

• Bimini Dr Park
• Birrahl Park
• Diamond Close Natural Amenity Reserve
• Donegal Drive Environmental Reserve
• Marcoola -Yaroomba Foreshore Bushland Conservation Reserve
• Meadowlands Park
• Opel Pl Drainage E/ment
• Warran Road Natural Amenity Reserve
• Yaroomba Bushland 1 Park
• Yaroomba Bushland 2 Park
• Yaroomba Bushland Park Bushland Conservation Reserve