Billa Billa, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Billa Billa Queensland
Billa Billa Location in Queensland
Population	111 (2021 census)
• Density	0.1832/km2 (0.474/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4390
Area	606.0 km2 (234.0 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	42.6 km (26 mi) N of Goondiwindi 198 km (123 mi) WSW of Toowoomba 215 km (134 mi) W of Warwick 330 km (205 mi) WSW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Goondiwindi Region
State electorate(s)	Southern Downs
Federal Division(s)	Maranoa
Suburbs around Billa Billa: Lundavra Calingunee Yagaburne Goodar Lundavra Billa Billa Yagaburne Wyaga Goodar Goondiwindi Wyaga

Billa Billa is a small rural area, also known as a locality, in the Goondiwindi Region of Queensland, Australia. In 2021, about 111 people lived there.

Exploring Billa Billa

Billa Billa is a quiet place where much of the land is used for farming. It's located in Queensland, a state in Australia.

Where is Billa Billa?

You can find Billa Billa crossed by two main roads: the Leichhardt Highway and the Gore Highway. These highways help people travel through the area.

The Weir River flows along the western side of Billa Billa. A smaller stream called Yarril Creek also runs through the eastern part.

Waterways and Lagoons

Billa Billa is home to a few natural waterholes called lagoons. These are like small, calm lakes.

• Billa Billa Lagoon (28°11′00″S 150°17′00″E / 28.1833°S 150.2833°E / -28.1833; 150.2833 (Billa Billa Lagoon))
• Tangan Lagoon (28°13′00″S 150°15′00″E / 28.2166°S 150.25°E / -28.2166; 150.25 (Tangan Lagoon))
• Washpool Lagoon (28°12′00″S 150°16′00″E / 28.2°S 150.2666°E / -28.2; 150.2666 (Washpool Lagoon))

A Look at History

The name Billa Billa has a special meaning. It comes from an old Aboriginal language and means pool or reach of water. This name likely refers to the lagoons or river sections found in the area.

Who Lives Here?

Every few years, Australia counts how many people live in different areas. This is called a census.

• In 2016, the census showed that 107 people lived in Billa Billa.
• By 2021, the population had grown slightly to 111 people.

Learning in Billa Billa

There are no schools directly in Billa Billa. Students living here travel to nearby towns for their education.

• For primary school, children might go to Goondiwindi State School in Goondiwindi, Lundavra State School in Lundavra, Moonie State School in Moonie, or Kindon State School in Kindon.
• For high school, the closest option is Goondiwindi State High School in Goondiwindi.