The Big Peanut
Height
3.4 metres
Year Built
2021
Address
Haly Street, Kingaroy, QLD 4610
The Lowdown
The Big Peanut is a 3.4-metre tall and 1.2-metre wide sculpture located in Kingaroy, Queensland, celebrating the town's long history as Australia's peanut capital. Installed in 2021, this is actually the town's second Big Peanut - the original was installed in the 1980s but was eventually replaced. The new sculpture stands proudly in the town centre, honouring the peanut farming industry that has defined Kingaroy since the 1920s. The South Burnett region around Kingaroy produces around 50% of Australia's peanut crop, making this Big Thing a fitting tribute to the local agricultural heritage.
Did you know?
"Kingaroy produces about 50% of Australia's peanuts"
History
Kingaroy has been growing peanuts since the 1920s and is often called Australia's Peanut Capital. The original Big Peanut was installed in the 1980s as a tribute to the local industry, but it eventually needed replacing. The current 3.4-metre sculpture was installed in 2021, continuing the town's proud tradition of celebrating its peanut heritage. The South Burnett region produces approximately half of Australia's entire peanut crop, with the climate and red volcanic soils providing ideal growing conditions.
More Fun Facts
- •The sculpture is 3.4 metres tall and 1.2 metres wide
- •Installed in 2021, replacing the original Big Peanut
- •Kingaroy produces about 50% of Australia's peanuts
- •The town has been growing peanuts since the 1920s
- •The Peanut Van (mobile peanut shop) is a local icon
Visiting Tips
- 💡Buy fresh roasted peanuts from local shops
- 💡Visit the Kingaroy Heritage Museum for regional history
- 💡The South Burnett Wine Region is nearby for tastings
- 💡Don't miss the Peanut Van if you spot it around town
Opening Hours
Outdoor sculpture in town centre
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