Tanawha Tourist Drive, Tanawha QLD 4556, Australia
Lot 6 Tanawha Tourist Drive is situated in the rural locality of Tanawha, part of the Sunshine Coast hinterland in Queensland, Australia. It lies within the Buderim urban centre and is close to the Tanawha Tourist Drive.
The property is adjacent to two major routes: the Bruce Highway, which runs south‑east to north‑west along the eastern boundary, and the Sunshine Motorway to the east. These provide easy access to surrounding regions.
Within a few kilometres you’ll find Amaze World (formerly Bellingham Maze) offering a hedge maze and mini‑golf, and the Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden showcasing native plants. Both are popular local attractions.
The name “Tanawha” is believed to derive from a Māori word referring to a legendary New Zealand monster. It reflects the area’s cultural heritage.
In the 2021 census, Tanawha had a population of 1,312 residents. The community is relatively small, maintaining a rural character.
Tanawha Tourist Drive was originally part of the Bruce Highway until the Tanawha Deviation opened on 16 November 1989. It remains a notable historic roadway in the region.
The Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden is situated about 1.5 km away on Palm Creek Road in Ilkley. It provides visitors with displays of native Sunshine Coast flora.
Calvary Christian Church, an Australian Christian Churches‑affiliated congregation, is located nearby at 212 Crosby Hill Road. It serves as a local place of worship and community gathering.
