Maleny, The Sunshine Coast
Maleny township is set on the edge of the Blackall Range with stunning views over the coast and Glass House Mountains to Brisbane. The town has retained its colonial atmosphere and is a charming place to visit.
Industries include dairy farming, fruit growing, small crops, beef cattle and arts and crafts.
MARY CAIRNCROSS SCENIC RESERVE
Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve near the southern entrance to the Range is 52 hectares (130 acres) of rainforest which is held in trust by Caloundra City Council for the people of the Blackall Range. The reserve gives shelter to many species of wildlife - an indication of the amazing range of native fauna which lived in the rainforests of the area before the sounds of the settlers' axes mingled with the crack of the Whipbird and the plaintive cry of the Green Catbird.
At the reserve there are picnic tables and barbecues, a children's playground, toilets, a kiosk and Ranger. The Thynne Natural History Education Centre, at the entrance to 1.7klms of rainforest walking tracks including wheelchair access and tree identification, is open daily. Volunteers are available to answer questions and guided walks can be arranged by appointment (phone (07) 5499 9907).
Maleny Accommodation
NUNKERI AVOCADO ORCHARD
“Nunkeri” homestead ia a comfortable brick home surrounded by beautiful gardens and furnished with antique furniture in a country style theme, plus a slow combustion heater for winter. Incl. Salt water swimming pool, extensive library, one hole golf course, wonderful walks through orchid, reverse cycle aie conditioning, billiard table and BBQ facilities. E-mail nunkeri@maroochytourism.com
Ph +617 5494 3494 Fax +617 5429 6121
Address: 51 McCarthy`s Rd Maleny Qld. 4552 Australia
Cabin Accommodation
MALENY PALMS
On the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Located centrally in the heart of the Maleny Township. We have four (4) star luxury villas, 2 bedroom with everything supplied. Three (3) star ensuite cabins, all self contained with linen supplied. Powered caravan and tent sites are also available.
E-mail: malenypalms@bigpond.com
Ph: +61 7 5494 2933 Fax: +61 7 5494 3147
Travel Information
DISTANCE FROM BRISBANE
(State Capital):
90 kilometres
TRANSPORT WITHIN THE REGION:
AIR:
Sunshine Coast Airport, David Low Way, Pacific Paradise
Phone: +61 7 5448 8155
Caloundra Aerodrome, Caloundra Road, Caloundra - Phone: +61 7 5491 1988
COACH:
Glass House Country Coaches, Beerwah - Phone: +61 7 5496 9249
RAIL:
Queensland Rail, Landsborough Station - Phone: +61 7 5494 1008
TAXI:
Range Taxi - Phone: 018 711989
ROAD CONDITIONS AND FUEL:
Sealed roads. Local service station open business hours.
BANKING FACILITIES:
Most major banking facilities are available.
SHOPPING FACILITIES:
Local arts and crafts centres.
LOCAL TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES:
Maleny Tourist Information Centre
Phone: +61 7 5599 9033