51-466: Blackall Range road network is a group of roads that provide access to the mountain localities and towns from various lowland places, and enable travel between the mountain communities. The network ensures continuity of access in times of flooding or other natural disasters, and during planned maintenance activities. The area serviced by the network includes the localities and towns, from south to north, of Maleny , Montville and Mapleton . It also includes
102-489: A distance of 13.1 kilometres (8.1 mi). This road is also known as Woombye–Palmwoods Road and Palmwoods–Montville Road. The road runs generally south-west from Woombye, passing through Palmwwoods, where Palmwoods–Mooloolah Road exits to the south as Chevallum Road, and following the valley of Paynter Creek to the foot of the eastern escarpment of the Blackall Range, which it ascends by a circuitous route. It climbs from
153-428: A distance of 19.5 kilometres (12.1 mi). There are no major intersections on this road. The road descends the north-western slope of the Blackall Range and then follows the valley of Obi Obi Creek north-west to Kenilworth. It descends from a highest point of 424 metres (1,391 ft) to a lowest point of 95 metres (312 ft). About 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) is steeper than 5%, of which 570 metres (1,870 ft)
204-642: A generally west direction until it reaches an intersection with Maleny–Stanley River Road, where it turns north. It continues north until it reaches an intersection with Landsborough–Maleny Road (to the east) and Maleny–Kenilworth Road (to the north-west). Here it turns east and continues through the Maleny CBD and on until it reaches an intersection with Maleny–Montville Road. Turning north it follows Maleny–Montville Road, Montville–Mapleton Road, and Nambour–Mapleton Road to its end in Nambour. Tourist Drive 23 continues across
255-508: A highest point of 419 metres (1,375 ft) to a lowest point of 299 metres (981 ft). About 3.9 kilometres (2.4 mi) is steeper than 5%, of which 970 metres (3,180 ft) is between 10% and 15%, and 1.1 kilometres (0.68 mi) is greater than 15%. All distances are from Google Maps. The entire road is within the Sunshine Coast local government area. Nambour–Mapleton Road is a state-controlled district road (number 496) rated as
306-534: A large influx of people who wanted an alternative lifestyle. As well as being on the Hinterland tourist drive, Maleny attracts daytrippers from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast who are attracted to the various stores, art galleries and specialty shops. Maleny is home to a large number of cooperative enterprises. There are art galleries, health food and organic produce stores, cafes, the Maleny Credit Union,
357-464: A local road of regional significance (LRRS). It runs from Nambour Connection Road to Montville–Mapleton Road in Mapleton, a distance of 12.2 kilometres (7.6 mi). The road runs generally west from Nambour, ascending the north-eastern slope of the Blackall Range. It climbs from a lowest point of 21 metres (69 ft) to a highest point of 370 metres (1,210 ft). About 2.2 kilometres (1.4 mi)
408-585: A local road of regional significance (LRRS). It runs from Woombye–Montville Road in Palmwoods to Mooloolah Connection Road in Mooloolah Valley , a distance of 10.5 kilometres (6.5 mi). This road is also known as Chevallum Road and Eudlo Road. Tourist Drive 23 follows Landsborough–Maleny Road until it reaches an intersection with Mountain View Road as it enters Maleny. Here it turns south-west and continues in
459-733: A local road of regional significance (LRRS). It runs from the Maleny–Kenilworth Road in Maleny, via Wootha and Booroobin , to the Kilcoy–Beerwah Road in Peachester , a distance of 20.3 kilometres (12.6 mi). The first section of this road, within the locality of Maleny, is part of Tourist Drive 23. The roads runs down a ridge to the south-west of Maleny, crosses the headwaters of the Stanley River , then turns south-east and ascends
510-454: A lowest point of 21 metres (69 ft) to a highest point of 380 metres (1,250 ft). About 2.4 kilometres (1.5 mi) is steeper than 5%, of which 590 metres (1,940 ft) is between 10% and 15%, and 1.5 kilometres (0.93 mi) is greater than 15%. All distances are from Google Maps. The entire road is within the Sunshine Coast local government area. Palmwoods–Mooloolah Road is a state-controlled district road (number 4981) rated as
561-458: A lowest point of 99 metres (325 ft). About 4.6 kilometres (2.9 mi) is steeper than 5%, of which 620 metres (2,030 ft) is between 10% and 15%, and 220 metres (720 ft) is greater than 15%. A project to widen sections of the road in Conondale and Cambroon, at a cost of $ 4.9 million, was expected to complete late in 2022. All distances are from Google Maps. The entire road is within
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#1733094125257612-474: A meeting room, wireless internet access, and access to a variety of books and periodicals. The library also conducts a number of public programs for community members of all ages. Plans to extend the Maleny Library are ongoing, as the library is the second smallest of the council's libraries but one of the busiest. The Sunshine Coast Libraries Plan 2014 - 2024 recommends reassessment of car parking provisions,
663-456: A rally attracted about 300 protestors objecting to the store. Many locals were opposed to the idea. (79% of local residents opposed according to "Market Facts" survey of 20 July 2005. ) A number of motivations for the protest existed but of particular concern was that the supermarket was to be built over a significant platypus habitat and that local traders would be negatively affected as well as issues regarding local council members going against
714-525: A ridge of the Conondale Range to Peachester. Its elevation varies from a highest point of 564 metres (1,850 ft) to a lowest point of 290 metres (950 ft). About 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) is steeper than 5%, of which 1.3 kilometres (0.81 mi) is between 10% and 15%, and 390 metres (1,280 ft) is greater than 15%. All distances are from Google Maps. The entire road is within the Sunshine Coast local government area. Montville–Mapleton Road
765-631: A special education program. The Anglican parish of Maleny is part of the Anglican Diocese of Brisbane . There are also a number of Protestant churches in the town: the Maleny Presbyterian Church, Maleny Uniting Church, the Church on the Rise, Maleny Baptist Church, and Maleny Seventh Day Adventist Church. The Sunshine Coast Regional Council operate a library at 5 Coral Street which has
816-584: A thriving business centre, rural settlements, a community golf course, alternative schools, alternative medical treatment centres, organic farms, intentional communities including the Crystal Waters Permaculture Village in nearby Conondale and the Fountainhead organic retreat and education centre (whose founder received a certificate from Senator Mark Furner for his work in helping those with depression and anxiety). Maleny State School
867-631: Is a perennial river in the South East region of Queensland , Australia . A major tributary of the Brisbane River , the Stanley River valley extends roughly 35 kilometres (22 mi) westwards from the area south of Maleny , through Woodford to Kilcoy before veering southwards. Formed by runoff from the Jimna, Conondale , Bellthorpe and D'Aguilar ranges, the river rises west of Landsborough in
918-489: Is a government primary (Prep–6) school for boys and girls at 16 Bunya Street ( 26°45′39″S 152°51′19″E / 26.7607°S 152.8553°E / -26.7607; 152.8553 ( Maleny State School ) ). In 2017, the school had an enrolment of 409 students with 32 teachers (27 full-time equivalent) and 23 non-teaching staff (14 full-time equivalent). The school offers a special education program. Ananda Marga River School (also known as The River School)
969-404: Is a government secondary (7–12) school for boys and girls at 50 Bunya Street ( 26°45′57″S 152°51′25″E / 26.7657°S 152.8569°E / -26.7657; 152.8569 ( Maleny State High School ) ). In 2017, the school had an enrolment of 705 students with 60 teachers (55 full-time equivalent) and 29 non-teaching staff (20 full-time equivalent). The school offers
1020-416: Is a private primary (Prep–6) school for boys and girls at 251 Bridge Creek Road ( 26°44′03″S 152°50′41″E / 26.7343°S 152.8447°E / -26.7343; 152.8447 ( Ananda Marga River School ) ). In 2017, the school had an enrolment of 126 students with 14 teachers (10 full-time equivalent) and 17 non-teaching staff (10 full-time equivalent). Maleny State High School
1071-668: Is a rural town and locality in the Sunshine Coast Region , Queensland , Australia. Maleny was a timber town until the early 1920s and then was a centre of dairy production and fruit growing. In the 2021 census , the locality of Maleny had a population of 3,959 people. Maleny is 90 kilometres (56 mi) north of Brisbane on the Blackall Range overlooking the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Nearby towns include Landsborough , Montville , Peachester , Palmwoods and Hunchy . Nearby places of geographical significance include
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#17330941252571122-474: Is a state-controlled district road (number 495). It runs from Maleny, via Witta, Elaman Creek , Conondale and Cambroon , to Kenilworth , a distance of 40.7 kilometres (25.3 mi). This road is part of Tourist Drive 22. The road descends the south-western slope of the Blackall Range and then follows the Mary River valley north to Kenilworth. It descends from a highest point of 480 metres (1,570 ft) to
1173-483: Is a state-controlled district road (number 499) rated as a local road of regional significance (LRRS). It runs from Maleny–Montville Road in Montville, via Flaxton, to Nambour–Mapleton Road in Mapleton, a distance of 9.5 kilometres (5.9 mi). This road is also known as Flaxton Drive. It is part of Tourist Drive 23. The road runs from south to north along the eastern edge of the Blackall Range. Its elevation varies from
1224-539: Is between 10% and 15%, and 830 metres (2,720 ft) is greater than 15%. Part of this road is split between uphill and downhill sections. The downhill section is mostly unsealed. Woombye–Montville Road is a state-controlled district road (number 498) rated as a local road of regional significance (LRRS). It runs from the Nambour Connection Road in Woombye , via Palmwoods , to Maleny–Montville Road in Montville,
1275-539: Is steeper than 5%, of which 900 metres (3,000 ft) is between 10% and 15%, and 490 metres (1,610 ft) is greater than 15%. All distances are from Google Maps. The entire road is within the Sunshine Coast local government area. Obi Obi Road is a state-controlled district road (number 4962) rated as a local road of regional significance (LRRS). It runs from Montville–Mapleton Road in Mapleton, via Obi Obi and Kidaman Creek , to Eumundi–Kenilworth Road in Kenilworth,
1326-704: The Glass House Mountains and Baroon Pocket Dam (in North Maleny ). Baroon Pocket Dam constructed in 1989 is fed by the Obi Obi Creek, a significant tributary of the upper Mary River , which drains the basalt capped Maleny plateau. Water runoff statistics have been kept in this area since the 1940s showing that the average annual rainfall is 2,037 millimetres (80.2 in) and the runoff into Baroon Pocket Dam receives annually about 64,000 megalitres. The Baroon Pocket Dam holds about 61,000 megalitres of water and
1377-913: The Glasshouse Mountains . Despite its name, Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World is at 233 Maleny Stanley River Road in neighbouring Wootha . Located on the humid eastern slopes of the Blackall Range, Maleny is one of the wettest towns in Queensland away from the north tropical coast . The average annual rainfall is about 2,000 mm (79 in); however, during unusually wet years twelve-month rainfall totals of up to 4,000 mm (160 in) can be recorded, with monthly totals over 1,000 mm (39 in) and 24-hour totals up to 300 mm (12 in). Temperatures are mild and rarely get above 35 °C (95 °F) in summer or drop below 5 °C (41 °F) in winter. Blackall Range road network Stanley River (Queensland) The Stanley River
1428-462: The Sunshine Coast local government area. Maleny–Montville Road is a state-controlled district road (number 497), rated as a local road of regional significance (LRRS) It runs from Maleny, via Balmoral Ridge, to Montville, a distance of 9.9 kilometres (6.2 mi). Within the locality of Montville this road is known as Balmoral Road. It is part of Tourist Drive 23. There are no major intersections on this road. The road runs from south to north along
1479-599: The Dallambara — two aboriginal tribes of the Gubbi Gubbi language group. The area was known for its bunya feasts which happened every third year when the giant bunya tree was in fruit. The first European to document Maleny was the explorer Ludwig Leichhardt who describes the area in his travel diary in 1844. The first European settlement followed in the wake of the Gympie gold rush of 1867. A track linking Maleny to Landsborough
1530-567: The Nambour Connection Road onto Nambour–Bli Bli Road , which it follows to the Bruce Highway. A track linking Landsborough to Maleny was cut in 1880. By 1922, "good" roads existed from Landsborough to Maleny and from Nambour to Mapleton and on to Montville. Plans were in hand to link Maleny to Montville and to build a new "first-class" road from Palmwoods to Montville. Maleny, Queensland Maleny (pronounced muh-LAY-knee )
1581-478: The area seeking valuable timber, which was prized locally and in Europe. Heavy logging led to the almost complete denuding of the rainforest clad hills in the district around Maleny. Only a few pockets of forest remain in steeper terrain and in one large remnant patch (around 40 hectares [100 acres]) which now forms Mary Cairncross Reserve . Landsborough–Maleny Road enters from the east, Maleny–Montville Road exits to
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1632-411: The eastern edge of the Blackall Range. Its elevation varies from a highest point of 444 metres (1,457 ft) to a lowest point of 285 metres (935 ft). About 2.1 kilometres (1.3 mi) is steeper than 5%, of which 800 metres (2,600 ft) is between 10% and 15%, and 970 metres (3,180 ft) is greater than 15%. Maleny–Stanley River Road is a state-controlled district road (number 493) rated as
1683-793: The event citing safety, noise and access issues of concern and that the event was not in keeping with the existing tourism activities in the area. The application was withdrawn in August 2018. In 2018, Jeanette Jamieson became the Anglican priest in charge of the Parish of Maleny, having previously served in the Parish of Kilcoy. Maleny Independent School was a private secondary (7–10) school at 23 Coral Street ( 26°43′02″S 152°49′03″E / 26.7171°S 152.8176°E / -26.7171; 152.8176 ( Maleny Independent School ) ). It opened in 1918, initially offering Years 7 and 8. In 2019,
1734-514: The failure of the settlement and was formally closed in August 1931 prior to its removal to Maleny. The building was originally built as a chapel at the Enoggera army barracks during World War I by the Soldiers' Church of England Help Society. Many of the furnishings and ornaments of the church were donated in memory of soldiers who had died, including the altar and its furnishings which were donated in
1785-536: The following state-controlled roads: A number of local roads that also access the range are not included in this article. Landsborough–Maleny Road is a state-controlled district road (number 494). It carries traffic from Landsborough on the Glass House Mountains Road , via Bald Knob, to Maleny, a distance of 15.2 kilometres (9.4 mi). Almost all of this road is part of Tourist Drive 23. The road runs generally north-west from Landsborough, ascending
1836-512: The heaviest rainfall areas in Australia. The average annual rainfall in the area is 925 millimetres (36.4 in). Riparian vegetation around the Lake Somerset area have been almost completely cleared for grazing . In the upper reaches bushland remains mostly intact although wildlife corridors have been fragmented and fish stocks reduced. The Gastric-brooding frog is an extinct frog that
1887-820: The hinterland surrounding the Sunshine Coast and flows generally southwest, joined by eighteen minor tributaries before being impounded by the Somerset Dam built 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) upstream from its confluence with the Brisbane River. The dam was the principal water supply for Brisbane for some fifty years until the construction of the Wivenhoe Dam was completed, forming Lake Wivenhoe. The Stanley River tributaries include Ewen, Crohamhurst, London, Running, Blackrock, One Mile, Monkeybong, Delaney’s, Neurem, Stony, Marysmokes, Scrubby, Sandy, Kilcoy, Sheepstation, Oaky, Byron and Reedy Creeks. The river courses through one of
1938-496: The interior design of library spaces and opportunities to use alternate community spaces for library activities. The Maleny branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association meets at 1 Bicentenary Lane. McCarthy Lookout is at 563 Mountain View Road ( 26°46′53″S 152°50′31″E / 26.7813°S 152.8420°E / -26.7813; 152.8420 ( McCarthy Lookout ) ). It provides views of
1989-628: The member of Earl Kitchener . Although a campaign to have a police station in the town was started in the 1920s, it wasn't until 1952 that permission to convert a house into the police station and residence (in use until 2017) was granted. On 15 August 1995, the Queensland Governor Leneen Forde dedicated the Maleny War Memorial. Maleny hosted the Maleny Folk Festival from its inception in 1987 to 1993, when it
2040-550: The north-east, Maleny–Kenilworth Road exits to the north-west, and Maleny–Stanley River Road exits to the south-west. The name Maleny is probably derived from the parish name, which in turn is possibly derived from the Scottish place name Malleny , a historic house and garden in the Midlothian village of the same name. The area around Maleny was originally populated by the Nalbo and
2091-529: The original town planning agreement regarding all development in Maleny to be in fitting with "the village environ" that characterises much of the townships of the Blackall Range. Badges and posters reading "I WON'T SHOP THERE" were seen in Maleny as part of the anti-Woolworths campaign, although the bumper stickers can now be seen in the Woolworths car park. The campaign against the supermarket achieved international coverage. Despite protests and an offer to purchase
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2142-517: The primary school as the main issue with the development proposal. The proposal was abandoned by the owners of the IGA supermarket who said "We don't want to embroil our business in something that is controversial." In 2016, Sydney -based advertising executive and author David Rollins proposed a "TT Style" motorcycle race for the Maleny area. Maleny residents formed a protest group to oppose this event called "Peaceful Roads Sunshine Coast." The group protested
2193-501: The rural localities of Bald Knob , Balmoral Ridge , Flaxton , Gheerulla , North Maleny , Obi Obi and Witta . The area hosts a substantial residential community plus many tourism accommodation venues. At the 2021 census , the locality of Maleny had a population of 3,959 people. Located to the west of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland , Australia, the Blackall Range is also a popular day-trip destination. The network consists of
2244-495: The school had an enrolment of 25 students with one principal (0.8 full-time equivalent), three teachers (part-time) and one non-teaching staff (part-time). As at 2024, the school has closed. In the 2016 census , the locality of Maleny had a population of 3,734 people. In the 2021 census , the locality of Maleny had a population of 3,959 people. Maleny has a number of heritage-listed sites, including: Maleny has replaced its timber-cutting and dairying past with tourism with
2295-464: The site for A$ 2 million (pledged by local residents) the supermarket opened on 3 April 2006. Although many residents refuse to shop in the supermarket, nonetheless Woolworths recorded it as one of its top 30 stores in 2008. In 2013, many residents protested the construction of a petrol station and convenience store at 19 & 21 Bunya St, Maleny by the IGA Supermarket. Protestors cited proximity to
2346-453: The south-eastern slope of the Blackall Range. It climbs from a lowest point of 37 metres (121 ft) to a highest point of 446 metres (1,463 ft). About 2.8 kilometres (1.7 mi) is steeper than 5%, of which 860 metres (2,820 ft) is between 10% and 15%, and 330 metres (1,080 ft) is greater than 15%. All distances are from Google Maps. The entire road is within the Sunshine Coast local government area. Maleny–Kenilworth Road
2397-481: The treatment plant supplies about 150 megalitres of treated water to the Sunshine Coast daily. Maleny is situated approximately 450 metres (1,500 ft) above sea level, among the characteristic rolling green hills of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Prior to European settlement, the area was covered in thick sub-tropical rainforest with huge hardwood trees. Loggers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries opened up
2448-612: Was changed to Maleny State School. Maleny State High School opened 27 January 1987. Maleny Baptist Church opened in July 1914. The Maleny branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association was formed in 1929. St George's Anglican Church was dedicated on 6 September 1931 by Archbishop Sharp . It had been relocated from the Beerburrum Soldier Settlement where it was dedicated (also as St George's) on 20 August 1922 by Canon D.J. Garland , but it fell into disuse due to
2499-542: Was cut in 1880. An official proclamation of Maleny as a town occurred in 1891. Since just after the turn of the 20th century, the Maleny Community Centre has provided facilities to residents and visitors for a wide range of activities. The Maleny Butter Factory began operation in 1904. Two years later, Maleny Post Office opened by February 1906. (A receiving office had been open from 1889.) Maleny Township State School opened on 22 April 1913. In 1915 its name
2550-455: Was discovered in only three catchments, the Mary River , Mooloolah and Stanley Rivers. The Endangered Giant Barred Frog Mixophyes iteratu has also been recorded on the Stanley River. Before either dam was built the Stanley and Brisbane Rivers were both prone to flooding. Despite warnings instigated by Henry Somerset who saw flash flooding in the upper reaches of the Stanley River valley,
2601-467: Was moved to the nearby town of Woodford and renamed to the Woodford Folk Festival . The Maleny Library was opened in 1998 with a major refurbishment in 2012. Maleny's population growth since 2000 has brought an increase in urban development. Many local residents have resisted some of the development, the most notable being the establishment of a Woolworths store in the town. In July 2005,
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