Tewantin, one of the most northerly centres on the Sunshine Coast is set along the banks of the Noosa River, is the headquarters for the Noosa Shire Council and the largest town in the shire. The town was established in the 1870's where timber from the hinterland was collected to be sent to Brisbane. By the time these operations dwindled, the town had become a popular holiday destination due to its close proximity to the beaches at Noosa and the safe boating haven of Lake Cooroibah to the north-west. Also of interest are the Noosa Marina, Mt Tinbeerwah lookout (5km west) with several well kept parks & gardens abutting the Noosa River. 4WD motorists can cross the Noosa River to the north to gain beach access for scenic drives to Rainbow Beach and Fraser Island.

Population: 8,500
State: Queensland
Name Origin: Unknown at this stage
Pronunciation: Te-won-tin
Postcode: 4565
Local Government: Noosa Shire Council
Location: 138km north of Brisbane
Main Roads: Cooroy-Noosa Road
Main Watercourses: Noosa River
Radio Stations (Music): The Heat (96.1), Sea FM (91.9), Mix FM (92.7), Hot 91 (91.1), Triple J (99.3)

Photos from Tewantin (Click on thumbnail for full sized image):
 

	View east across the Noosa River from Tewantin (2004).
	The Noosa Marina, looking north from Memorial Ave, Tewantin (2004).
	Looking north along the Noosa River from the foreshore parkland, Tewantin (2004).
	Doonella Street, looking east as it approaches Diyan Street, Tewantin (2004).
	Memorial Avenue, looking south-east in Tewantin (2004).
	Poinciana Ave, looking east from Goodwin Street, Tewantin (2004).
	Poinciana Ave, looking east from Moorindal St, Tewantin (2004).
	View east over Tewantin and Noosa Heads from Mt Timbeerwah (2004).

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