Kin Kin
QLD 4571 • Queensland
About Kin Kin
Kin Kin is a small rural town and locality in the Shire of Noosa, Queensland, nestled in the hinterland approximately 160 kilometres north of Brisbane and 35 kilometres north-east of Tewantin. Situated at an elevation of 64 metres in the rolling hills inland from the Sunshine Coast, the locality covers around 98.6 square kilometres and had a population of 844 at the 2021 Census. Kin Kin is located within the broader Noosa Shire area, known for its commitment to sustainable living and natural landscapes.
Kin Kin has a strong community identity, centred around the Country Life Hotel on Main Street and a small cluster of local businesses that serve the surrounding farming community. The area is known for its relaxed rural character, boutique farming, and proximity to the scenic Noosa hinterland. Residents enjoy an outdoor lifestyle with access to bushwalking, horse riding, and the natural beauty of the Noosa Shire hinterland ranges. The town is a 35-40 minute drive from the Noosa Heads beach precinct and the services of Noosaville, making it appealing to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within reach of the Sunshine Coast.
Kin Kin falls under postcode 4571 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Noosa electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited regional services — Noosaville / Tewantin 40-50 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Noosa Heads is approximately 35 km south-east (40 min drive). Gympie is approximately 30 km north-west.
Kin Kin is a small rural town with minimal services; a car is essential for most daily needs beyond the local hotel and a few businesses
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Main Street