Population 314 (2011 census) Postal code 4575 | Postcode(s) 4575 Area 250 ha Parish Bribie Island | |
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Location 9 km (6 mi) N of Caloundra12 km (7 mi) SSE of Maroochydore | ||
Birtinya is a suburb of the Sunshine Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. It is located within the Kawana Waters urban centre. It contains the locality of Kawana Forest. In the 2011 census, Birtinya had a population of 314 people.
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Map of Birtinya QLD 4575, Australia
History
The name Birtinya is reportedly an Aboriginal word meaning neighbouring proposed by the development company, Alfred Grant Pty Ltd, on 31 March 1960.
Amenities
Birtinya is built around Lake Kawana, which includes a 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) buoyed course for flat water competitions.
The Lake Kawana Community Centre located beside the lake on Sportsmans Drive (26.74024°S 153.12492°E / -26.74024; 153.12492 (Lake Kawana Community Centre)) provides 15 spaces (halls and meeting rooms) together with commercial kitchen facilities and smaller kitchenettes for community events. It is operated by the Sunshine Coast Regional council. The centre was officially opened on 5 November 2005 by City of Caloundra mayor Don Aldous.