Solar is tops in Tewantin

Bi Zero Emissions Noosa

Zero Emissions Noosa (ZEN) is checking out how different postcode localities are tracking towards the goal of zero community emissions for Noosa by 2026. This week we’re focussed on Boreen Point, Cooroibah, Cootharaba, Noosa North Shore, Ringtail Creek, and Tewantin, which make up postcode 4565, to see how they’re progressing with their electricity usage.

Tewantin is an anglicised version of the Gubbi Gubbi / Kabi Kabi name for the area, dauwadhum, meaning place of dead logs because of its original sawmilling port. Old Tewantin still reflects Noosa’s rich history, while the new town has a bustling main street and a thriving leisure port with bars and restaurants.

Just over one quarter of…