Kanimbla, Queensland — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Kanimbla, in the Cairns Regional local government area.
| Locality | Kanimbla |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Cairns Regional |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -16.92063 |
| Longitude | 145.72249 |
| Population | 2,625 |
| Density | 852.3 /km² |
| Area | 3.1 km² |
| Elevation | 50 m |
| Postcode | 4870 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 1392 km northwest |
Kanimbla is a locality in the Cairns Regional local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of approximately 2,625. The locality covers an area of 3.1 km², giving a population density of about 852.3 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 50 m above sea level. It lies approximately 1392 km northwest of Brisbane. Kanimbla is located at 16.9206°S, 145.7225°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4870. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Kanimbla lies cradled by the verdant slopes of the Atherton Tablelands, a landscape that exhales the damp, earthy scent of rainforest and fertile soil. It lies 284.6 km north-north-west of Townsville City, QLD (from Townsville City, QLD: bearing 336°T), and is situated 10.7 km north of Edmonton. Here, the land rises and falls with a gentle insistence, its contours softened by a generous cloak of tropical growth. The air, particularly in the late afternoon, hums with the chirping chorus of unseen insects and carries a subtle coolness, a welcome respite from the coastal heat. Patches of rich, red earth break through the dense green, hinting at the agricultural bounty beneath, while distant, mist-shrouded peaks suggest a wilder, untamed heart to the region. The very character of Kanimbla seems to be etched into this interplay of cultivated land and ancient forest, a place where the rhythms of nature dictate the pace of life.
The story of Kanimbla is one of diligent cultivation and a deep connection to the land's productivity. For generations, this region has been a vital agricultural hub, its rich volcanic soil supporting a diverse range of crops. Coffee plantations, their glossy leaves a deep emerald, stretch across the hillsides, their aroma a constant, subtle perfume in the air. Dairy farms, their paddocks a patchwork of vibrant green, contribute to the region's reputation for quality produce. The legacy of early settlers, who carved their livelihoods from this challenging, yet rewarding terrain, is evident in the sturdy farmhouses and the enduring spirit of self-sufficiency that still defines Kanimbla. Beyond the fields, the nearby rainforests, a sanctuary of biodiversity, offer a different kind of wealth, drawing those who seek the quiet contemplation of ancient trees and the vibrant pulse of the natural world.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Kanimbla, Queensland with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Kanimbla, in the Cairns Regional local government area.
Detailed location data for Kanimbla includes the postcode (4870), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Cairns Regional), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Kanimbla is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |