Bollon, Queensland facts for kids
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The entrance sign to Bollon
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 Bollon
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 174 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 0.02446/km2 (0.0634/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Established | 1879 | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4488 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 183 m (600 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 7,114.2 km2 (2,746.8 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | |||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Shire of Balonne | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Warrego | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Maranoa | ||||||||||||||
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Bollon is a small country town in Queensland, Australia. It is located in the Shire of Balonne. In 2021, about 174 people lived in Bollon.
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Where is Bollon Located?
Bollon is in South West Queensland. It is about 634 kilometers (394 miles) west of Brisbane, the capital city. The town sits along the Balonne Highway. It is found between the towns of St George and Cunnamulla. Bollon is also right next to Wallam Creek.
What is the Climate Like?
Bollon has a warm climate. Summers are very hot, with temperatures often reaching over 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit). Winters are milder, but nights can be cool. The area gets some rain, but it can be quite dry at times.
| Climate data for Bollon, Queensland (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1957–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 47.0 (116.6) |
46.5 (115.7) |
43.2 (109.8) |
37.7 (99.9) |
33.9 (93.0) |
30.0 (86.0) |
31.1 (88.0) |
37.1 (98.8) |
40.0 (104.0) |
42.4 (108.3) |
45.6 (114.1) |
45.7 (114.3) |
47.0 (116.6) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 36.2 (97.2) |
34.5 (94.1) |
32.6 (90.7) |
28.6 (83.5) |
23.7 (74.7) |
20.2 (68.4) |
19.9 (67.8) |
22.5 (72.5) |
26.9 (80.4) |
30.3 (86.5) |
33.1 (91.6) |
35.1 (95.2) |
28.6 (83.5) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 29.5 (85.1) |
28.0 (82.4) |
25.7 (78.3) |
21.2 (70.2) |
16.5 (61.7) |
13.3 (55.9) |
12.3 (54.1) |
14.3 (57.7) |
18.6 (65.5) |
22.5 (72.5) |
25.7 (78.3) |
27.9 (82.2) |
21.3 (70.3) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 22.8 (73.0) |
21.6 (70.9) |
18.8 (65.8) |
13.7 (56.7) |
9.2 (48.6) |
6.4 (43.5) |
4.7 (40.5) |
6.0 (42.8) |
10.4 (50.7) |
14.6 (58.3) |
18.2 (64.8) |
20.7 (69.3) |
13.9 (57.0) |
| Mean minimum °C (°F) | 10.3 (50.5) |
8.3 (46.9) |
7.2 (45.0) |
0.0 (32.0) |
−3.3 (26.1) |
−5.5 (22.1) |
−4.7 (23.5) |
−4.5 (23.9) |
−0.6 (30.9) |
1.1 (34.0) |
5.2 (41.4) |
8.3 (46.9) |
−5.5 (22.1) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 66.6 (2.62) |
56.9 (2.24) |
45.5 (1.79) |
18.8 (0.74) |
21.0 (0.83) |
28.5 (1.12) |
22.7 (0.89) |
15.8 (0.62) |
21.6 (0.85) |
36.7 (1.44) |
54.4 (2.14) |
52.8 (2.08) |
441.2 (17.37) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 1.0 mm) | 4.8 | 4.5 | 3.1 | 2.3 | 2.6 | 2.7 | 2.8 | 2.0 | 2.6 | 4.1 | 5.0 | 4.9 | 41.4 |
| Source 1: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | |||||||||||||
| Source 2: Bureau of Meteorology | |||||||||||||
History of Bollon
The name Bollon might come from an Aboriginal word. It is thought to be from the Mandandanji language word balun or balonn. This word means water or a running stream.
Early Days
The town of Bollon officially started on June 26, 1879. The Queensland Government sold land lots for people to build on. By June 1880, Bollon had a hotel, a store, and a post office.
Schools and Churches
Bollon Provisional School opened on July 27, 1885. It later became Bollon State School on January 1, 1902. A church called St Mary's Anglican Church opened on February 16, 1936.
Protecting Nature
In 2010, Narkoola National Park was created near Bollon. This park helps protect special plants and animals that live in the Mulga Lands area.
Education in Bollon
Bollon State School is the local primary school. It teaches students from Prep (kindergarten) to Year 6. The school is located on Main Street. In 2017, there were 23 students attending the school.
What Can You Do in Bollon?
Bollon has a few places for the community.
- Bollon Civic Centre: This is a community hall.
- Showground: A place for local events and shows.
- Park: A nice spot to relax outdoors.
- Library: The Balonne Shire Council runs a library on Main Street.
- Queensland Country Women's Association (QCWA): This group has rooms on Main Street.
- St Mary The Virgin Anglican Church: This church is on Belmore Street.
Bollon Heritage Centre
You can visit the Bollon Heritage Centre. It is a museum that shares the local history of the town. It is located at 23 Main Street.
Images for kids
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The entrance sign to Bollon
