Tewantin, 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 Tewantin, in the Noosa Shire local government area.
| Locality | Tewantin |
| State | Queensland (QLD) |
| Local Government Area | Noosa Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -26.39127 |
| Longitude | 153.01657 |
| Population | 11,157 |
| Density | 426.0 /km² |
| Area | 26.2 km² |
| Elevation | 15 m |
| Postcode | 4565 |
| Area Code | 07 |
| Distance to Brisbane | 120 km north |
Tewantin is a locality in the Noosa Shire local government area of Queensland, Australia. It has a population of 11,157. The locality covers an area of 26.2 km², giving a population density of about 426.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 15 m above sea level. It lies approximately 120 km north of Brisbane. Tewantin is located at 26.3913°S, 153.0166°E. It observes Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) - no daylight saving. Postcode: 4565.
Tewantin breathes the humid, salt-laced air of the Sunshine Coast, its character shaped by the languid embrace of the Noosa River and the whispering proximity of ancient rainforest. It lies 33.4 km north of Buderim, QLD (from Buderim, QLD: bearing 351°T), and is situated 5.5 km north-west of Noosaville. Low-slung buildings, painted in sun-bleached pastels and earthy ochres, cluster around a main street that hums with a gentle, coastal cadence, a stark contrast to the dense green wall of the Noosa National Park that rises protectively to the east. The river itself, a broad, shimmering artery, dictates the town’s rhythm, its waters reflecting the deep, almost bruised colours of the sky at dusk, a daily spectacle that casts a soft, painterly glow over the moored boats and the weathered timber of the jetties. Here, the land slopes softly towards the water, a gentle terrain where the scent of frangipani mingles with the briny tang of the sea, and the distant cries of seabirds are a constant, melodic underscore.
The history of Tewantin is a story woven into the fabric of the river and the timber that once sustained its early growth. For generations, this land was a vital waterway and a source of sustenance for Indigenous peoples, a legacy that whispers through the rustling leaves of the surrounding bushland. Later, the rich timber stands drew loggers, their labour a foundational element of the nascent economy, followed by farmers who cultivated the fertile soil. Today, Tewantin’s character is largely defined by its role as a gateway and a vibrant hub for the neighbouring tourist destinations, yet it retains a distinctive, less polished charm of its own. The local economy thrives on a blend of small businesses, artisan shops, and the enduring allure of its riverside setting, a place where the pace of life feels dictated less by the clock and more by the ebb and flow of the tides. The marina, a bustling centre of activity, hints at the town’s enduring connection to the water, a constant reminder of the journeys that have shaped Tewantin and continue to draw travellers to its shores.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Tewantin, 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 Tewantin, in the Noosa Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Tewantin includes the postcode (4565), telephone area code (07), and local government area (Noosa Shire), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of 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 Tewantin 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. |