KAWANA ISLAND RESIDENT’S ASSOCIATION INC.
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About Us

The Kawana Island Residents Association, informally known as KIRA, was established in 2007 to connect all residents of Kawana Island through one central voice.

The association is a group of volunteers who live on the Island, working to hear your issues, build close relationships with council and provide a sense of community through the organisation of group events.

Homeowners and tenants alike are welcome to connect with and partake in KIRA events and we welcome you to contact us at hello@kira.net.au or via our facebook page at any time with issues, requests, or ideas.

You will notice that we are a resident’s association and not a ratepayer’s association. All those who live on the Island, over the age of 18 can be members of KIRA and have a voice and an opinion on local matters.

We produce a bi-monthly publication, the KIRA mirror, to provide you with news and information on everything Kawana Island. This will be delivered direct to your mailbox by our group of volunteers for reading at your leisure.

For those residents new to living in this idyllic location, Kawana Island was established as a greenfield development in 1960s by Lensworth developers. It was then taken over by Stockland Development Ltd who were instrumental in the formation of KIRA, understanding that new developments need time and organisation to build a sense of community.

If you are interested in Kawana Island Heritage, visit the sunshine coast council’s website to find out more.

The Committee

Natalie Briggs

Chairperson

Natalie Briggs has been a resident of Kawana Island for almost 3 years, with extended family residing on the island for over 15 years. Natalie has a passion for community engagement and consultation to ensure the place we all call home has a voice. Natalie wants KIRA to provide a central point for connection and provide a safe and fun environment to engage in all the island has to offer.

Alice Farley

Secretary

Alice moved to Kawana Island in 2021. Originally from the UK she travelled around Australia before deciding to call the sunshine coast home. She loves to read, take walks around the island and socialise in the community. Working with KIRA Alice hopes to contribute to the annual music by the bay event and give back to the community.

Colin Mildwaters

Treasurer

Colin and his wife, Heather, came to Caloundra in 1973 and raised their three children there before moving to Kawana Island in 2011. Colin was the City Accountant at the former Caloundra City Council until a career change in 1994 to become a solicitor. He was then a partner in a local law firm until his retirement. Colin’s interests are family, chess, gardening and travel.

Libby Page

Committee Member

Libby and her partner moved to Kawana Island from Brisbane in 2017 seeking a better work-life balance. She has a background in social work with a special interest in community development and mental health. Libby enjoys craft, comedy, music and spending time with her cat Princess.

Valerie O’Brien

Committee Member

Valerie moved from Sydney to live on Kawana Island in 2019. She enjoyed a wonderful career in Primary School Education teaching in Q, NSW & Vic and in PNG. She is a passionate golfer, enjoys walking and cycling around the island, travelling, reading, and catching up with family and friends. Joining KIRA gives Valerie the opportunity to give back to this amazing community.

Stuart Kennedy

Committee Member

Stuart has been a resident of Kawana Island on and off since 2018. With a background in engineering, he brings a problem-solving mindset and a passion for community improvement to the area. Working from home allows Stuart to stay connected with his neighbors, and he enjoys engaging in conversations and building strong community ties. His commitment to enhancing the local environment and his approachable nature make him a valued member of KIRA.

Mark Cohen

Committee Member

Mark Paddenburg

Committee Member

Janette Cohen

Committee Member

What We Do

KIRA’s primary purpose is to help the residents of this community have a voice.

We work closely with the local Sunshine Coast Council, local Police and other community-based services to ensure Kawana Island is maintained to a high standard, as well as providing a community outreach in the form of our regular meetings, our active Facebook community, and also the hosting of events to bring locals together.

We also work to support local business and the community as a whole.

We urge and encourage all residents of Kawana Island to become members of the Kawana Island Residents Association, to help give you a voice as well.