Warana
QLD 4575 • Rest of QLD
About Warana
Warana is a coastal suburb on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, located within the Kawana Waters area approximately 102 km north of Brisbane. With a population of around 3,800, it is part of the Sunshine Coast Region local government area. The suburb covers about 3 square kilometres and features a mix of families and retirees. Originally developed in the 1980s and 1990s, Warana has a relaxed beachside character with a predominantly Australian-born population.
Warana offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to patrolled beaches, Palkana Park, and the Kawana Shoppingworld precinct nearby. The suburb is popular with families thanks to its quiet streets, local schools, and proximity to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital at neighbouring Birtinya. Residents enjoy cafes, restaurants, and sporting facilities, including the Kawana Aquatic Centre. The suburb attracts families, retirees, and healthcare professionals working at the nearby hospital precinct.
Warana falls under postcode 4575 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kawana electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 615 — Caloundra to Maroochydore 15-20 mins to Maroochydore
- 620 — Kawana Shoppingworld to Mooloolaba 15 mins
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Most residents drive or use express bus services; Sunshine Coast line train station at Landsborough (25 km away)
Beach and local shops within walking distance; Kawana Shoppingworld accessible by foot or short drive
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cnr Tumut Street and Iluka Avenue
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Sportsmans Parade
Housing 2021 Census
44 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 143
- 2. New Zealand 140
- 3. Germany 47
- 4. South Africa 40
- 5. Scotland 34
- 6. Netherlands 21
- 7. United States 21
- 8. Philippines 19
- 9. Ireland 16
- 10. Nepal 14
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)