Bouldercombe facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Bouldercombe Queensland
Bouldercombe and the Dee Range, 1954
Bouldercombe Location in Queensland
Population	1,117 (2021 census)
• Density	6.947/km2 (17.99/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4702
Area	160.8 km2 (62.1 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	16.2 km (10 mi) NE of Mount Morgan 17.6 km (11 mi) S of Gracemere 23.3 km (14 mi) SSW of Rockhampton 618 km (384 mi) NNW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Rockhampton Region
State electorate(s)	Mirani Rockhampton
Federal Division(s)	Flynn
Localities around Bouldercombe: Kabra Gracemere Port Curtis Stanwell Bouldercombe Midgee The Mine Moongan Leydens Hill Struck Oil Bajool

Bouldercombe is a rural town and area in the Rockhampton Region of Queensland, Australia. It's a place where people live and work, often in farming. In 2021, about 1,117 people called Bouldercombe home.

Exploring Bouldercombe's Location

Bouldercombe is located in Central Queensland. This means it's in the middle part of the state. The town sits along the Burnett Highway.

It is about 636 kilometers (395 miles) northwest of Brisbane, the state capital. It is also close to bigger cities. Bouldercombe is only 22 kilometers (14 miles) south of Rockhampton, a major regional center.

Nearby Areas in Bouldercombe

Within the Bouldercombe area, there are a few smaller neighborhoods. These are like mini-communities inside the main locality. Some of these include:

• Bundaleer
• Dee Rush
• Moonmera
• Mount Usher
• Peters Rush

A Look Back at Bouldercombe's History

Bouldercombe started in 1865. This was when gold was found nearby at Crocodile Creek. Many miners quickly moved to the area. Within a year, over 2,000 miners lived there.

Early Days as Crocodile

The town was first called Crocodile. It was named after the nearby creek. A post office opened in 1866. Land was sold in 1867.

The First School in Town

A school called Crocodile Creek Provisional School opened in 1871. It closed for a bit but reopened in 1881. Later, it moved to a new building in Bouldercombe. In 1900, it was renamed Bouldercombe State School.

Gold Rushes and Population Changes

By 1876, the first gold rush ended. The town's population dropped to 149 people. But in 1897, more gold was found at Mount Usher. This caused the population to grow again. For a short time, over 1,000 people lived there.

Local Businesses and Transport

The first Bouldercombe Post Office opened in 1883. The Royal Hotel opened its doors in 1897. This hotel is still open today!

The old Dawson Valley railway line used to run through the area. It had stations like Bundaleer and Moonmera. The name Moonmera comes from an Aboriginal word. It means "bottom of the hill."

Farming and Industry

After the gold rushes, Bouldercombe became known for growing citrus fruits. In 1976, a brickworks was built. This helped create building materials.

Who Lives in Bouldercombe?

Bouldercombe is a growing community. In 2016, about 1,085 people lived here. By 2021, the population had grown to 1,117 people.

Learning in Bouldercombe

Bouldercombe State School, 2021

Bouldercombe State School is a primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It teaches both boys and girls. In 2017, the school had 123 students.

There isn't a high school in Bouldercombe itself. Older students usually go to high schools in nearby towns. These include Mount Morgan State High School or Rockhampton State High School.

Fun Things to See and Do

Bouldercombe is a great starting point for exploring nature. It's the gateway to the Bouldercombe Gorge Resources Reserve. This reserve includes beautiful Bouldercombe Falls.

The Bicentennial National Trail also passes through Bouldercombe. This is a long trail for walking, cycling, and horse riding.