Locality Guide
Location Description
Tamborine Mountain is located in the pictureque Hinterland and is known as the "green behind the gold", and is an hours drive from Brisbane and about 30 minutes from Oxenford.The origin of the name Tamborine has nothing to do with the musical instrument, it comes from the Anglicised version of the Aboriginal word Jambreen from the Yugambeh language. The spelling also appears on early records as Tchambreem and even Goombireen, which means ‘wild lime’ and refers to the finger lime trees growing on the mountain.
Tamborine Mountain was opened to selection in 1875, with the first sawmill established there in 1882 by Gustave Murray Carter and the Hon. Cecil Peary. It was steam-powered and the area was abundant with trees to fell. However the project proved unviable due to the difficulties transporting milled timber from the mountain.
From 1918 to 1925 rapid land subdivision on Tamborine Mountain, including the 1920-21 creation of North Tamborine and Eagle Heights, was the most active period of history for subdivision until 1958.
Today, Tamborine Mountain retains its village charm, while becoming a popular getaway for Gold Coasters, Brisbanites and interstate visitors
Attractions
Curtis Falls Track is a Grade 3 walk through rainforest which opens out to the stunning waterfall - if you are lucky, you might spot turtles or even a platypus! Cedar Creek Falls is another must-see spot. A dramatic gorge with several streaming falls, makes this the perfect place for a cooling dip.If you want to see the area from a different perspective, try the Treetop Challenge – Australia’s largest zipline and high ropes adventure course, or take a stroll along the Tamborine Rainforest SkyWalk.
Robert Sowter Park is a popular lookout located on Main Western Road, offering incredible views of the hinterland and it is the base for many hang gliders.
The area also has beautiful Botanic Gardens, boasting a diverse range of exotic and native flora, and a Japanese garden.
Tamborine Mountain is also known for Gallery Walk - boasting over 70 specialty stores in just one block, including arts and crafts, vintage stores, antiques, artisan jewellers and more. The region also boasts the Tamborine Mountain Country Markets and Tamborine Mountain School Markets.
Facilities
There are multiple shopping areas along is shopping precinct located at 27 Main Western Road which includes an IGA, Subway, newsagent, cafe, resteraunts and more. Just next door is Tamborine Plaza which also offers take aways and services. Across the road, a chemist, pathology and more area available.There is a public pool which is open seasonally located at 14-16 Beacon Road, North Tamborine.
A public libray is located on the corner of Main Street and Yuulong Road.
Transport
Logan Coaches offers a twice daily Monday to Friday service from Canungra to Loganlea Station, Hyperdome Shopping Centre (Loganholme) and Beenleigh Station, with express 6am and 6pm services for commuters connecting with Brisbane CBD trains.
It also runs three all stops services on Saturday. The service operates to Canungra, Tamborine Village*, Yarrabilba, Logan Village and Woodlands.
* Please note that Tamborine Village is located at the bottom of the mountain. From there, it's about 4 klm up a winding road to North Tamborine, Eagle Heights and Mount Tamborine settlements.
Medical
The nearest hospitals are:Beaudesert Hospital
07 5541 9111
Gold Coast University Hospital Southport
1300 744 284
Pre-Schools
Tamborine Mountain Community Kindergarten(07) 5545 2224
Goodstart Mount Tamborine
(07) 5545 2042
St Bernards Village Childcare Centre
(07) 5545 3832
Primary Schools
St Bernard State School (prep - 6)(07) 5545 7666
Tamborine Mountain State Primary School (prep - 6)
(07) 5545 5333
Tamborine Mountain College (pre-prep - 12)
(07) 5545 3644
Secondary Schools
Tamborine Mountain State Primary School (Yr 7 - 12)
(07) 5545 7222
Tamborine Mountain College (pre-prep - 12)
(07) 5545 3644
Sport
Tamborine Mountain Sports Association in conjunction with the Scenic Rim Regional Council provide and manage sports and recreation facilities on Tamborine Mountain. We have 7 active sporting clubs at present - Cricket, Rugby, Soccer, Netball, Little Atheletics, Remote Helicopters and Bridge. Other recreational activities are Park Run every Saturday, walking tracks, concerts etc.There is also the Tamborine Mountain Golf Course, a Bowls club and even a yearly marathon!
Visitor Information Centre
The Visitor Information Centre is located at Doughty Park, Tamborine Mountain on Main Western Road.