Mooloolaba, Coastal administrative division in Sunshine Coast, Australia
Mooloolaba stretches along the Coral Sea with the Mooloolah River to the south and Alexandra Headland to the north, covering 4 square kilometers of Queensland's coastline.
The name changed from Mooloolah Heads to Mooloolaba in 1919 when Thomas O'Connor divided the land for sale, deriving from the Aboriginal word mulu for snapper fish.
The Esplanade features numerous restaurants, galleries, bookshops, and marine attractions, making it a central gathering place for residents and visitors throughout the year.
Transportation connections include coach services from Brisbane, train links through Nambour station, and flights arriving at Sunshine Coast Airport, located 15 kilometers from the suburb.
The Mooloolaba Marina houses a substantial fishing fleet and provides access to the Mooloolah State Boat Harbour through two distinct maritime facilities.
Location: Queensland
Location: Sunshine Coast Region
Elevation above the sea: 7 m
Shares border with: Alexandra Headland, Minyama, Buddina, Mountain Creek, Buderim
GPS coordinates: -26.68200,153.11800
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:55
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