Cairns North, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cairns NorthCairns, Queensland |
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View along Sheridan Street, 2011
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 Cairns North
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 5,334 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 874/km2 (2,260/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4870 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 6.1 km2 (2.4 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Cairns Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Cairns | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Leichhardt | ||||||||||||||
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Cairns North is a coastal suburb located in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. It's a part of the Cairns Region. In 2021, about 5,334 people lived here. This suburb is just north of the main city area of Cairns.
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Exploring Cairns North's Location
Cairns North is bordered by the Cairns Airport to the north. To the east, you'll find the beautiful Trinity Bay. A small creek called Lily Creek forms part of its western edge. As its name suggests, it's right next to the central part of Cairns.
Sheridan Street is a major road that runs through Cairns North. It's part of Highway 1, which is a big road that goes around the Australian coast. The Tablelands railway line also passes through. There's a train station called Edgehill, sometimes known as Cairns North railway station, within the suburb.
The land in Cairns North is very flat and close to sea level. Near the ocean, there are parks and an esplanade. This area separates the buildings from the sea. At high tide, there's a small sandy beach. But when the tide is low, you can see a large mudflat. The suburb has a mix of homes for people living there all the time and places for tourists. There are also shops and community buildings.
A Look Back at Cairns North's History
Cairns North is on the traditional land of the Yidinji Aboriginal people.
A school called Edge Hill State School first opened here in 1917. It was later renamed Cairns North State School in 1939. This school closed down in 2004.
Cairns State High School started in 1924. It had actually begun a few years earlier in 1917, as a part of another school.
Mother of Good Counsel School, a Catholic primary school, opened its doors in 1936 with only 19 students. It was started by a priest who saw the need for Catholic education. The Sisters of Mercy helped run the school.
The local Catholic church parish for North Cairns was created in 1952.
Even though Cairns North has a beach, people were worried about marine stingers (like jellyfish) in the ocean. So, in 1962, the Tobruk Memorial swimming pool was built. This gave people a safe place to swim.
Who Lives in Cairns North?
In 2021, Cairns North had a population of 5,334 people. About 7% of the people living here were Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. Almost half of the residents (47.8%) were born in Australia. Other common countries of birth included India, England, New Zealand, and Japan.
Most people (56.6%) spoke only English at home. Other languages spoken included Punjabi, Japanese, and Mandarin. When asked about religion, the most common answer was "No Religion" (32.5%).
Important Places and Buildings
Cairns North has several places that are listed as important heritage sites. These include:
- McLeod Street Pioneer Cemetery: An old cemetery.
- Former Herries Private Hospital: An old hospital building.
- Cairns Technical College and High School Building: Now part of Cairns State High School.
- Floriana: A historic building on The Esplanade.
Learning in Cairns North
Mother of Good Counsel School is a Catholic primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It's located on Sheridan Street. In 2022, it had 353 students.
Cairns State High School is a government high school for students from Year 7 to Year 12. It's on the corner of Sheridan Street and Upward Street. The school also has a special education program. In 2022, there were 1,585 students attending the high school.
There isn't a government primary school directly in Cairns North. Students usually go to nearby schools like Edge Hill State School or Parramatta State School.
Health and Community Facilities
Cairns Hospital is a public hospital located on The Esplanade. It has an emergency department for urgent medical needs. There's also a heliport nearby for helicopters bringing patients in emergencies. The Royal Flying Doctor Service also has a base at the nearby Cairns Airport.
The Cairns North Community Health Facility offers various health services. It's located at the site of the old Cairns North State School.
The Cairns Clinic is a private hospital that helps people with mental health. It has beds for patients who need to stay overnight and also offers programs for people who visit during the day.
The McLeod Street Pioneer Cemetery is an old cemetery that is now closed for burials. However, it's open to the public to visit. You can find information about the people buried there at a special kiosk.
Fun and Activities
The Cairns branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association (QCWA) meets in Cairns North. This group helps women in rural areas.
Mother of Good Counsel Catholic Church is on the same site as the school. It's part of the North Cairns Parish.
St Luke's Anglican Church is also in Cairns North. It's part of the Cairns Aboriginal and Torres Strait Ministries.
The Tobruk Memorial Pool is a great place to swim. It has a 50-metre pool, a 25-metre pool, a warm therapy pool, and a shallow pool for toddlers. There's even a Flow Rider, which lets you try surfing!
The Cairns Hockey Centre is located in Rutherford Street. It's a place where people can play hockey.
Images for kids
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Former Herries Private Hospital, 2015
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