Banks Creek, Queensland facts for kids
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 Banks Creek
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| Population | 11 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 0.261/km2 (0.68/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4306 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 42.2 km2 (16.3 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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Banks Creek is a small rural area in Queensland, Australia. It's special because it's split between two different local government areas: the City of Brisbane and the Somerset Region. This area is also divided for state and federal elections. In 2021, only 11 people lived here.
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Where is Banks Creek?
Banks Creek gets its name from a creek that flows through the area. This creek eventually joins the Brisbane River at a place called Savages Crossing.
At Savages Crossing, Banks Creek Road crosses the Brisbane River using a bridge. This road is the main way to get around Banks Creek. The Brisbane River also forms the south-western edge of the area.
A Look Back at Banks Creek's History
Banks Creek has a simple but interesting past.
Early Industry
In 1911, a sawmill was built in the area. Sawmills are places where logs are cut into timber. This was an important business for the community back then.
Dealing with Floods
The Brisbane River can sometimes flood. In 1927, a big flood caused a deep channel in the river where Banks Creek Road crossed it. This made it hard for people to get across. A local person, Mr. Davidson, junior, built a low bridge to help traffic cross the river again.
Famous Bananas
In the 1930s, Banks Creek became known for its really good Cavendish bananas. These bananas were a popular crop grown in the area.
How Many People Live Here?
Banks Creek is a very small community.
In 2016, only 5 people lived in Banks Creek. By 2021, the population had grown a little to 11 people.
