Download coordinates as: Tanawha (pronounced /'tæn-uh-wuh/)[2] is a rural locality in the Sunshine Coast Region, Queensland, Australia.

The name Tanawha is believed to be a Māori language word referring to a legendary New Zealand monster.

The Bruce Highway passes through from south-east to north-west, and the Sunshine Motorway runs to the east.

[4] The locality is believed to be named using a Maori language word referring to a legendary New Zealand monster Taniwha.

[14][15]The Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden is located in Tanawha, showcasing plants that are native to the Sunshine Coast.