Blanchview, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Blanchview Queensland
Blanchview Location in Queensland
Population	202 (2021 census)
• Density	11.16/km2 (28.9/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4352
Area	18.1 km2 (7.0 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	13.5 km (8 mi) E of Toowoomba 29.8 km (19 mi) W of Gatton 120 km (75 mi) W of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Lockyer Valley Region
State electorate(s)	Lockyer
Federal Division(s)	Wright
Suburbs around Blanchview: Withcott Postmans Ridge Helidon Spa Rangeville Blanchview Derrymore Rangeville Silver Ridge Silver Ridge

Blanchview is a small rural area in Queensland, Australia. It is located in the Lockyer Valley Region. In 2021, about 202 people lived there. This quiet place is known for its beautiful natural scenery, including two mountains.

Exploring Blanchview's Landscape

Blanchview has some interesting natural features. The southern part of the area has two mountains. To the west, the land rises to about 600 metres. This area is near the peak of Mount Tabletop, which is actually in the next area called Rangeville.

Across a small valley to the east, you'll find Mount Davidson. This mountain also reaches similar heights. Mount Davidson is sometimes called Hays Peak. It is in the south-east corner of Blanchview (27°35′49″S 152°01′44″E / 27.5970°S 152.0290°E / -27.5970; 152.0290 (Mount Davidson (Hays Peak))). It rises to 618 metres (2,028 ft) (about 2,028 feet) high. The steep sides of both mountains are still covered in natural plants and trees.

Blanchview's Past: A Look at History

The name Blanchview was created from the name of an early land owner, Ernest Blanchard. Before it was called Blanchview, the area was known as Monkey Waterholes. This name was sometimes written as Monkey Water Holes.

Ernest Blanchard's son, John "Colin" Blanchard, shared a story about how the name changed. In the early 1900s, a town council member from Toowoomba visited the Blanchard family farm. This farm was located between the local school and church. Both the school and church were built on land that Ernest Blanchard had given. The council member suggested the name Blanchview during his visit.

Early Schools in Blanchview

A school called Monkey Waterholes Provisional School first opened on July 7, 1890. A provisional school was a small school that might not have been permanent at first. It became Monkey Waterholes State School in 1909. A state school is a public school run by the government.

In 1913, the school's name changed to Blanch View State School. However, Blanchview State School closed its doors in 1965. The school was on a 2-acre (0.81 ha) piece of land. Today, this spot is part of 358 Blanchview Road. A special plaque marks where the old school used to be (27°34′19″S 152°02′07″E / 27.5719°S 152.0354°E / -27.5719; 152.0354 (Blanchview State School (former, plaque))). The old school building was moved and is now used as a farm building.

The Local Church

The Monkey Waterholes Methodist Church opened its doors on December 2-3, 1899. However, church services had been held in the area since at least 1895. These early services were likely held in people's homes.

The church was located at 327 Blanchview Road, on the corner of Church Road (27°34′12″S 152°02′16″E / 27.5700°S 152.0379°E / -27.5700; 152.0379 (Blanchview Methodist Church (former))). Services were advertised at this church until 1933. Later, the building was sold to private owners. It has since been changed into a home.

Education in Blanchview

There are no schools located directly within Blanchview today. Students living in Blanchview go to schools in nearby areas.

• The closest government primary schools are:
  • Withcott State School in Withcott (to the north-west)
  • Rangeville State School in Rangeville (to the west)
  • Gabbinbar State School in Centenary Heights (to the south-west)
• The nearest government secondary school for older students is Centenary Heights State High School in Centenary Heights.