Wurtulla
QLD 4575 • Rest of QLD
About Wurtulla
Wurtulla is a sought-after coastal suburb in the Kawana Waters area of Queensland's Sunshine Coast, located approximately 97 kilometres north of Brisbane. With around 6,250 residents, it sits between Currimundi Creek to the south, Lake Kawana to the west, and pristine beaches to the east. The name derives from an Aboriginal word meaning 'southward', reflecting its position in the Kawana urban corridor.
Beach lifestyle defines Wurtulla, with residents enjoying direct access to patrolled swimming beaches, walking tracks through the Currimundi Lake Conservation Park, and water activities on Lake Kawana. The suburb attracts a mature demographic with 71% owner-occupancy, including families, retirees and sea-changers drawn by the relaxed coastal atmosphere. The Nicklin Way provides easy access to Caloundra's shops and services to the south and Kawana's health precinct to the north.
Wurtulla falls under postcode 4575 and is governed by Sunshine Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kawana electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 607 — Caloundra to Maroochydore via Kawana 10 min to Kawana, 25 min to Maroochydore
- 615 — Caloundra West to Caloundra 15 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Direct Sunshine Coast rail planned for future; currently car-dependent for Brisbane commute
Beach, parks and some shops walkable; Nicklin Way divides suburb so many residents drive to amenities
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cnr Tumut Street and Iluka Avenue
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Sportsmans Parade
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 251
- 2. New Zealand 238
- 3. South Africa 63
- 4. Germany 33
- 5. Netherlands 29
- 6. Canada 27
- 7. India 25
- 8. Philippines 24
- 9. Scotland 23
- 10. United States 22
- 11. Brazil 16
- 12. China 15
- 13. Ireland 14
- 14. Papua New Guinea 14
- 15. Fiji 12
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)