Peregian Springs, Queensland

Peregian Springs is a suburb on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia, and lies within the Sunshine Coast Regional Council local government area. The suburb is home to a large-scale housing estate of the same name which is being developed by FKP Property Group.

"Peregian" is an Aboriginal word for emu.[1]

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Climate

Environment

Wildlife Conservation Area

There are 50 hectares of conservation areas to ensure habitat and breeding grounds for native fauna. A recovery plan for the Emu Mountain Sheoak and a dedicated nature corridor form part of the conservation effort.

Water Conservation

The Ridges Peregian Springs residential development utilises a stormwater management system that includes the building of swales which are designed to provide treatment of run-off, moving water away from residential areas and using vegetation as a filter to reduce pollutants and improve water quality.

Urban Structure

Homes in the suburb include Independent Living units, serviced apartments and Retirement village which form part of the master planned community of Peregian Springs.

Peregian Springs Shopping Centre

The 5000 m² centre has rainwater tanks to collect rain run-off for irrigation and cleaning, and solar shading to reduce the need for air conditioning. It includes a Coles supermarket, 15 specialty stores and 300 parking spaces.

Peregian Springs Residential Estate

Ridges Peregian Springs, a residential development, is a master planned residential community which integrates schools, shopping centres and recreation centres.

Sports and recreation

Integrated cycling and walk paths connect slow-speed street paths, forming a large network throughout the suburb.

Peregian Springs Golf Club

The privately owned, 18-hole, 72-par Peregian Spring Golf Course is for members and guests only. The following charity events are housed annually:

Events

References

  1. ^ South East Queensland - Place Names, 19 December 2006
  2. ^ Energy Matters. 2008 Climate Information at Peregian Springs

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