Carmila, Queensland facts for kids

Carmila is a small country town and coastal area in the Isaac Region of Queensland, Australia. It's a quiet place where about 340 people live, according to the 2021 census. Carmila is known for its beautiful views of sugar cane fields and mountains.

Quick facts for kids Carmila Queensland
View across sugar cane fields towards the mountains, Carmila, 2016
Carmila Location in Queensland
Population	340 (2021 census)
• Density	0.752/km2 (1.95/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4739
Area	452.0 km2 (174.5 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	72.2 km (45 mi) S of Sarina 108 km (67 mi) S of Mackay 213 km (132 mi) E of Moranbah 861 km (535 mi) NNW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Isaac Region
State electorate(s)	Mirani
Federal Division(s)	Capricornia
Localities around Carmila: Ilbilbie Ilbilbie The Percy Group Collaroy Carmila The Percy Group Collaroy Clairview The Percy Group

Where is Carmila?

Carmila is located about 65 kilometers (40 miles) south of a town called Sarina. It's a pretty big area, and it includes several smaller neighborhoods.

Neighborhoods in Carmila

Some of the neighborhoods you'll find in Carmila are:

• Westhill
• Tinerta
• Karloo
• Carmila West
• Flaggy Rock Creek
• Puzzle Pocket

Transport and Nature

The North Coast railway line runs through Carmila, and the main road, the Bruce Highway, also passes through the town.

A large part of Carmila is covered by the West Hill State Forest. There's also the West Hill National Park along the coast, which was created in 1971 to protect nature.

The main activities in Carmila are sugar cane farming and cattle grazing. People also do professional fishing off the coast.

Carmila's History

Carmila has a history that goes back to the early 1900s.

• 1923: Carmila State School first opened its doors.
• 1924: The Carmila Post Office started operating. Another school, Carmila West State School, also opened this year but closed in 1965.
• 1925: West Hill Provisional School opened. It later became West Hill State School but closed in 2005.
• 1933: The Carmila Police Station was established.
• 1978: The Carmila Library opened, giving locals a place to read and learn.

What to See and Do

Carmila has a special historical site that is recognized for its importance.

Carmila Cane Lift

One interesting historical spot is the Carmila Cane Lift. This old structure was used to lift sugar cane onto trains. It's located on Hindles Road and shows a piece of the region's farming past.

Education in Carmila

Carmila State School is the local primary school for kids from Prep to Year 6. It's located on Carmila West Road.

For older students, there isn't a secondary school in Carmila. The nearest high school is Sarina State High School in Sarina, which is to the north.

Community Places

Carmila has several places where the community gathers.

• Carmila Library: The Isaac Regional Council runs a public library on Music Street. It's a great place to borrow books and learn.
• Churches: There are a couple of churches in Carmila. St Bartholomew's Anglican Church is on Music Street, and St Joseph's Catholic Church is also nearby on Music Street.