Carina, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Carina Brisbane, Queensland
Old Cleveland Road in Carina
Carina Location in Queensland
Population	11,678 (2021 census)
• Density	2,595/km2 (6,720/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4152
Area	4.5 km2 (1.7 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	10.6 km (7 mi) E of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Doboy Ward)
State electorate(s)	Bulimba Chatsworth
Federal Division(s)	Bonner Griffith
Suburbs around Carina: Cannon Hill Cannon Hill Tingalpa Seven Hills Carina Tingalpa Camp Hill Carina Heights Carindale

Carina is a busy suburb located in the eastern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) east of Brisbane's city center. In 2021, Carina was home to 11,678 people. It's mostly a place where people live, with many houses and families.

What is Carina Like?

Carina is a residential area, meaning it's mainly made up of homes. It shares its borders with other suburbs like Carindale, Carina Heights, Cannon Hill, and Camp Hill. The land in Carina changes from flat areas near Bulimba Creek to hilly parts closer to Seven Hills and Camp Hill.

Carina's Past

Early Days

Long ago, the land where Carina now stands was home to the Murri people, likely the Jagera tribe. They were the first people to live here.

European settlers arrived in the 1850s. They used the land mainly for farming and cutting down trees for timber. The name "Carina" comes from a large property built in the 1850s on Creek Road. The owner, Ebenezer Thorne, named it after his daughter, Kate Carina.

Growing Up

Carina started to grow more in the 1880s and early 1900s. It became the main settlement in the area known as the Shire of Belmont. After World War II, in the 1950s and 1960s, many new houses were built. This caused the population to grow very quickly.

One interesting story from 1952 is about houses that came from Italy. These houses were made in parts and then put together here. But one shipment had tiny wood wasps, so all the wood had to be treated before it could be used!

Transport History

From 1954 to 1969, Carina had special electric buses called trolleybuses. They ran along Stanley Road. Before that, trams also ran along Old Cleveland Road, ending in Carina. These old transport routes are now used by regular buses.

Schools and Community Places

Many schools and community places have opened in Carina over the years:

• Carina State School opened in 1917. It is now located in the nearby suburb of Carindale.
• St Martin's Catholic Primary School opened in 1954. It was named after St Martin de Porres.
• Mayfield State School opened in 1956.
• The Carina Library first opened its doors in 1966. It was updated in 2016 and now has public Wi-Fi.
• San Sisto College, a Catholic school for girls, started in 1961 with just nine students. It was founded by the Dominican Sisters.
• The Carina Police Station opened in 2011.

Who Lives in Carina?

Carina is a diverse place with people from many backgrounds. In 2021, 11,678 people lived here. Most people in Carina were born in Australia. Other common birthplaces include New Zealand, England, India, South Africa, and the Philippines. English is the main language spoken.

Important Old Buildings

Carina has some places that are protected because of their history. These are called heritage-listed sites:

• Flint's Cottage at 40 Lunga Street.
• The old Old Cleveland Road Tramway Tracks on Old Cleveland Road. These are parts of the old tram lines.

Schools in Carina

Carina has several schools for young people:

• Mayfield State School is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It's located on Paget Street.
• St Martin's School is a Catholic primary school for boys and girls, also from Prep to Year 6. You can find it on Broadway Street.
• San Sisto College is a Catholic high school for girls, teaching Years 7 to 12. It's on Mayfield Road.

There isn't a government high school right in Carina. Students usually go to Whites Hill State College in the nearby suburb of Camp Hill.

Places to Visit and Things to Do

Facilities

• The Brisbane City Council bus depot is located on Creek Road. This is where the city's buses are kept and maintained.
• The Clem Jones Centre is a very large sports complex on Zahel Street. It has many different sporting facilities.

Amenities

• The Carina Library is a great place to read, study, and use computers. It's on Mayfield Road.
• If you like soccer, Carina has a club called AC Carina.
• For rugby league fans, there's the Carina Tigers Rugby League Football Club.

Getting Around Carina

Carina is well-connected by public transport, mainly buses. There are many bus stops along major roads like Richmond Road, Stanley Road, and Old Cleveland Road. These buses can take you to the city center and other nearby suburbs.

For cyclists, there are some good places to ride. The Minnippi Park parkland has the Bulimba Creek Cycleway, which is great for recreational cycling. Some main roads also have bike lanes or special zones for cyclists.

Walking around Carina is also easy in most places. Many streets have footpaths, and there are special crossings at busy intersections to help pedestrians stay safe. You can also enjoy walking in nearby parks like Seven Hills Bushland Reserve and Minnippi Park.