Malanda is a medium-sized town on the Atherton Tableland in Far North Queensland, Australia. It is located 85 kilometres from Cairns and 732 metres above sea level.
Malanda first developed in the 1900s after the discovery of tin and copper at Herberton saw a steady stream of miners and engineers moving over the mountains from the coast. At the 2006 census, Malanda had a population of about 1,000.
Much sought after quiet and convenient location, short drive to town
Specially designed home by current owners for pure comfort and lifestyle
4 bedrooms all with robes – main has walk in robe and modern split air conditioners plus office
Designer chef style kitchen with stainless steel appliances and beautiful granite top benches and servery
Separate vanity from main bathroom for those busy mornings- no waiting to get spruced up!
All tiles troughout and generous supply of strategically placed windows
Large double door attached garage with remote access- with plumbing fitted, could easily be converted into another large multi-functional room
Stainless steel fans and security screened
d outdoor entertainment area
Fully fenced for privacy and dog proof secure
Currently rented with reliable tenant
Land size 1006 sqm
Inspection by appointment
Attractions
*tThe Malanda Falls Conservation Park — just opposite the Malanda Falls the park offers a short walk through the rainforest and an opportunity to see a wide range of rainforest trees.
*tThe Peeramon Hotel — 6 kilometres to the east of the town is the Peeramon Hotel, once a siding for the Tolga-Millaa Millaa railway. Today the solitary pub is the only reminder of a once-thriving town which was surveyed in 1907. The publican has a collection of antique telephones. The hotel suffered some serious damage from Cyclone Larry in March 2006.
*tThe Malanda Art Trail starts at the town library. Nine vibrant artworks commemorate the rich history of Malanda's community – the Original Inhabitants, Hardships and Struggles, Transport, Commerce, Recollections, Early Settlers, the Dairy Industry, Recreation and Looking Ahead. Close study of the individual mosaics (each of which contains a blue butterfly) reveals many details camouflaged in the intricate designs, and the handmade ceramic border tiles tell more about the theme of the central mosaic. Mosaics were made by former resident Felicity Wallis.
*tSwim with platypus at the base of Malanda Falls in the crocodile-free North Johnstone river.
*tDrive right over the top of Malanda Falls, where tree-kangaroos have been noted crossing the road.
Majestic Theatre
*tThe Majestic Theatre is said to be the oldest continually-operating cinema in Australia and has potato sack seating on 14 December 1929 it was dedicated by Fred Browning, Superintendent of the Atherton Ambulance centre. Mr. Browning produced, stage managed and performed in the opening concert.
*tThe Malanda Hotel has a grand ballroom and staircase and is claimed to be the largest wooden structure in Australia.
*tThe Historical Resource Centre in Elizabeth Street is the meeting room and archival repository for all printed and photographic collections of the Eacham Historical Society. It houses a comprehensive library of books pertaining to the history of North Queensland. These books are available for perusal and study at the centre by students and members of the general public. Books can be borrowed by members of the society. The Land Settlement Registers, which contain the names of all the first settlers in the Atherton Land Agent's District, are available for perusal and research. The handwritten registers contain a wealth of information about the early settlement of the Atherton tablelands. The Resource Centre is open Tuesday evenings 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm, and Thursday mornings, 9.00 am to noon.