Bundamba, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Bundamba Ipswich, Queensland
Harold Street, 2015
Bundamba Location in Queensland
Population	6,542 (2021 census)
• Density	594.7/km2 (1,540/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4304
Area	11.0 km2 (4.2 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	6.3 km (4 mi) ENE of Ipswich CBD 35.1 km (22 mi) SW of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Ipswich
State electorate(s)	Bundamba Ipswich
Federal Division(s)	Blair
Suburbs around Bundamba: North Tivoli Karalee Riverview North Booval Booval Bundamba Dinmore Ebbw Vale Silkstone Blackstone New Chum

Bundamba is a suburb located in Ipswich, Queensland, Australia. It's part of the City of Ipswich. In 2021, about 6,542 people lived here.

Bundamba is known for its mix of homes, businesses, and shops. It also has some open land used for grazing animals near the river.

Exploring Bundamba's Landscape

Bundamba Creek, a local waterway.

Bundamba is bordered by the Bremer River to the north. This river forms part of the suburb's northern edge. Another important waterway, Bundamba Creek, runs along the western side and flows into the Bremer River.

Roads and Railways

Major roads like the Warrego Highway and Brisbane Road pass through Bundamba. The main railway line also runs through the suburb.

Bundamba railway station in 2012.

The Bundamba railway station helps people travel around. There's also a special railway line, the Swanbank railway line, that branches off to serve the Swanbank Power Station.

Local Landmarks

The stands at Ipswich Racecourse.

The Ipswich Racecourse is a well-known spot in Bundamba. It's located on Brisbane Road and is a popular place for horse racing events.

Bundamba also has two small hills: Bergins Hill (84 metres high) and Station Hill (59 metres high). These hills give their names to two local neighbourhoods.

A Glimpse into Bundamba's Past

The name Bundamba comes from the Ugarapul language. It means "place of the stone axe." Over time, the spelling changed from Bundumba to Bundanba, and finally to Bundamba in 1932.

Early Schools

Education has been important in Bundamba for a long time.

• Bundamba State School first opened on 7 February 1873 as Bundamba Lower State School. It's still open today!
• Bundamba Upper State School opened in 1874 but later closed in 1930.

Railway History

From the 1880s, special railway lines were built in the area. These lines, part of the Redbank - Bundamba Loop Line, helped transport coal from the local mines.

Modern Developments

In 2006, construction began on the Bundamba Advanced Water Treatment Plant. This plant cleans and recycles water. It was built to provide clean water to the Swanbank Power Station, especially during dry periods, so the power station wouldn't use up drinking water supplies.

Who Lives in Bundamba?

In 2021, the population of Bundamba was 6,542 people. This number has stayed quite steady over recent years.

Learning in Bundamba

Bundamba offers several educational options for students of different ages.

Bundamba State School in 2010.

Primary School

• Bundamba State School is a government primary school for students from Early Childhood to Year 6. It also has a special education program.

The school hall at Bundamba State Secondary College in 2015.

Secondary Schools

• Bundamba State Secondary College is a government high school for students in Years 7 to 12. It offers both a special education program and an intensive English language program.
• Queensland Pathways State College has a campus here. This school helps students in Years 10-12 who might find it hard to fit into regular high schools.
• The YMCA Vocational School also has a campus in Bundamba. It focuses on teaching job skills to young people in Years 8-12, especially those who might be facing challenges.

Further Education

• TAFE Queensland has a campus in Bundamba. TAFE colleges provide practical training for jobs, helping students learn skills for different careers after high school.

Important Services and Fun Spots

Bundamba has several facilities and places for sports and recreation.

Local Facilities

Bundamba Fire Station.

• The Bundamba Advanced Water Treatment Plant is a key facility that cleans and recycles water for industrial use.
• The Bundamba Fire Station is ready to help keep the community safe.

Sports and Recreation

Bundamba has many places for sports and outdoor activities:

• Ipswich Knights Soccer Club is a place for soccer enthusiasts.
• The Bundamba Gym & Swim Centre offers a gym and swimming facilities.
• There's a sports centre where you can enjoy roller skating and rebound volleyball.

Parks and Green Spaces

Bundamba is home to many parks where you can relax and play:

• Alf Kalamafoni Park
• Alfred Seymour Park
• Ann Street Reserve
• Betty Bork Park
• Bill Austin Park
• Bundamba Memorial Park
• Bundamba Swim Centre
• Jack Barkley Park
• Len & Susan Miller Park
• Lorikeet Street Reserve
• Muller Park
• Norm Brown Park
• Quinn Court Reserve
• Rotary Park
• Thomas Purnell Park
• Tite Family Park
• Tom Easterbrook Park

Fun Things to Do

You can take a ride on a steam train with the Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway. They offer tourist services between Bundamba Racecourse railway station and Swanbank station. It's a great way to experience history!

Getting Around Bundamba

The Bundamba railway station is a key transport hub. You can catch regular train services to Brisbane, Ipswich, and Rosewood.