Bluewater, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids BluewaterTownsville, Queensland |
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Ditton Street with Bluewater Drive in the background
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 Bluewater
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 1,085 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 12.428/km2 (32.19/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4818 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 87.3 km2 (33.7 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Townsville | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Thuringowa | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Herbert | ||||||||||||||
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Bluewater is a cool town and coastal area located in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. It's a great place to live, and in 2021, about 1,085 people called it home. The beautiful coastal town of Bluewater Beach is also part of this area.
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Exploring Bluewater's Location
Bluewater is about 31.9 kilometers (that's almost 20 miles) by road north-west of the main Townsville CBD area. It's bordered on one side by a creek called Althaus Creek.
Coastal and Inland Areas
As its name suggests, the town of Bluewater Beach is right on the coast, next to the amazing Coral Sea. The main town of Bluewater, however, is a bit further inland. It's located along the Bruce Highway, which is a big road that runs through the area.
Land and Lifestyle
Many people love living in Bluewater because they can have bigger blocks of land. You'll find lots of properties with fun hobby farms here. Some even have space for horses! The area is also home to solar farms, which help produce clean energy.
A Glimpse into Bluewater's Past
Bluewater is located on the traditional lands of the Nyawigi Aboriginal people. The name "Bluewater" comes from the nearby Bluewater Creek, which was shown on a map way back in 1886.
Early Settlement and Railways
People started settling in Bluewater in the late 1800s. It was close to a train stop called Purono, which was built in 1919. This train line connected Townsville to Ingham.
Bluewater During World War II
During World War II, Bluewater became a camp for soldiers. Their job was to help protect Australia from a possible Japanese invasion.
Developing the Beaches and Town
It wasn't until 1946 that land was first divided up for homes along Bluewater Beach. After that, in the 1950s, more land was opened up at Toolakea Beach and in the Bluewater Township itself.
School and Post Office History
Bluewater Provisional School first opened its doors on June 3, 1957. It changed its name a couple of times, becoming Bluewater Creek Provisional School in 1958, then Bluewater Creek State School in 1959, and finally Bluewater State School in 1960. The Bluewater Post Office also opened around May 1960.
Recent Events
The community experienced some heavy flooding on January 31, 2019, due to a lot of rain.
Who Lives in Bluewater?
In 2016, about 1,040 people lived in Bluewater. By 2021, the population grew a bit to 1,085 people.
Learning in Bluewater
Bluewater State School is a government primary school for students from Prep (the first year of school) to Year 6. It's located at 1-3 Ditton Street. In 2018, the school had 438 students.
There isn't a high school right in Bluewater. The closest government high school for older students is Northern Beaches State High School, which is in Deeragun.
Fun Things and Services in Bluewater
Bluewater is a lively community with many useful places and activities!
Community Services
The Townsville City Council offers a mobile library service. It visits the Community Centre at Bluewater every Monday afternoon, so you can borrow books and more!
Outdoor Activities
Toolakea and Bluewater Beach are super popular spots for recreation and having fun outdoors. There's also a boat ramp on the north bank of Althaus Creek, which is great for launching boats.
Parks and Trails
You can explore the Urban Forest and Fitness Trail, which is perfect for walking or getting some exercise.
Other Local Spots
The area also has a community centre, a Girl Guides training and camping centre, and a Scout hall. There's even a Bluewater Medical Practice for healthcare needs.
Bluewater's Attractions
Bluewater Park is a very popular place to visit. It even has special areas where you can camp for free!
