The name is
derived from the Aboriginal word “naamba”
, referring to the red-flowering tea-tree (callistemon viminalis). The town was originally called Petrie's Creek. It was renamed after the Nambour cattle station in 1891.
What is Nambour known for?
Nambour is a gateway to the stunning Sunshine Coast Hinterland and renowned for
its retro charm, vintage trails, thriving café and craft beer scene
and the annual Big Pineapple Music Festival. Nambour was settled in the 1860s by miners disappointed after the poor returns from the goldfields at Gympie, just north.
What does Nambour mean in Aboriginal?
Origin of Name
It was renamed Nambour in 1891. The name, a local Aboriginal word (Naamba) meant
red flowering tea-tree (Callistemon viminalis) or its bark
. It had been the name given to the first cattle station in the district which had been selected by William Samwell in 1870.
Is Nambour bad?
Nambour is one of the cheapest towns on the Sunshine coast, yet it is only a short drive to some of the best beaches in the world. Apparently it used to have a reputation but since living here i am yet to see to that. Its a safe town and everybody is very friendly.
Does the Big Pineapple still exist?
The
Big Pineapple site is currently undergoing renewal and transformation
, guided by a whole of site master plan across the 170ha landholding.
Is Nambour worth visiting?
Nambour is a
smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination
that is worth a visit. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination. You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Nambour.
How far is Nambour from the beach?
Yes, the driving distance between Nambour to Sunshine Beach is
41 km.
It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Nambour to Sunshine Beach.
What does BLI BLI mean in Aboriginal?
Bli Bli is an aboriginal word meaning
swamp oak trees
and is pronounced BLIGH BLIGH. It is situated on a hard granite foundation on a knoll overlooking the Maroochy River at Bli Bli, in the centre of the Sunshine Coast of Queensland, Australia.
What Aboriginal land is Caloundra on?
History. Caloundra lies within the
Aboriginal Gabi-Gabi (Gubbi Gubbi, Kabi Kabi, Cabbee, Carbi)
language region.
What is the Aboriginal name for Sunshine Coast?
The Sunshine Coast is
Kabi Kabi (Gabi Gabi) and Jinibara
land, there is a wealth of Aboriginal history and culture in the region, that is just waiting to be explored. The Kabi Kabi and Jinibara have fascinating stories and cultural insights about The Sunshine Coast.
Is BLI BLI a good place to live?
Bli Bli is a lovely
spot close to the river
. … Has schools, shopping, and is the home of Bli Bli castle. Is close to beaches and is only a short drive to Maroochydore. One does have to be mindful of the areas that have trouble with sandflies, but overall it's a beautiful spot, that has some affordable homes.
What is the population of Nambour?
In the 2016 Census, there were
11,187 people
in Nambour (State Suburbs). Of these 47.1% were male and 52.9% were female. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people made up 4.4% of the population. The median age of people in Nambour (State Suburbs) was 40 years.
What's it like to live in Sunshine Coast?
Opposite to the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast is a real paradise for people looking for calm and serenity. Living there gives a feeling of eternal holidays. Locals are chilled and nice. Here there is zero stress, we live in thongs, enjoy a BBQ with family and friends, go to the beach and go surfing.
Where is the biggest pineapple in the world?
About Visit the biggest Pineapple in the World
Located
on the outskirts of Bathurst just off the R67, only 15km from Port Alfred
, is where you will find the world's biggest pineapple, standing 16.5 m high with 3 stories.
Why did the Big Pineapple closed?
BREAKING: The Big Pineapple has officially closed its doors today
after being sold for an undisclosed sum to a “local family”
. THE Big Pineapple has officially closed its doors today after being sold for an undisclosed sum to a “local family”.
Did the big pineapple used in Gympie?
The slightly smaller, other big pineapple in Gympie is marked for demolition. … Gympie's version of the Big Pineapple, which was established on the Sunshine Coast in 1971, sat on top of a service station and was used as a
landmark for many travellers
.
