Alva, Queensland facts for kids
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 Alva
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 279 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 2.259/km2 (5.85/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4807 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 123.5 km2 (47.7 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Shire of Burdekin | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Burdekin | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Dawson | ||||||||||||||
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Alva is a small town right on the coast in Queensland, Australia. It's also a special area called a locality within the Shire of Burdekin. In 2016, about 279 people lived there, according to the 2016 census.
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Exploring Alva's Location
Where is Alva?
Alva is a coastal town. Its northern part is a piece of land that sticks out into the Coral Sea. Think of it like a finger pointing into the ocean!
National Park Fun
A big part of Alva, especially the land sticking out into the sea, is inside the Bowling Green Bay National Park. This means there are special areas protected for nature and wildlife.
Alva's Past
When Did Alva Start?
Alva was officially planned out as a town way back in 1926. That's almost 100 years ago!
Images for kids
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Alva Beach at low tide
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Ayr Surf Life Saving Club
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Alva Beach Tourist Park
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Yongala Dive shop
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