Chandler, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Chandler Brisbane, Queensland
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Chandler Location in Queensland
Population	1,475 (2021 census)
• Density	113.5/km2 (294/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4155
Area	13.0 km2 (5.0 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	16.4 km (10 mi) SE of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Chandler Ward)
State electorate(s)	Chatsworth
Federal Division(s)	Bonner
Suburbs around Chandler: Gumdale Gumdale Ransome Belmont Chandler Birkdale Belmont Burbank Capalaba

Chandler is a suburb located in the south-east part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's about 16.4 kilometres (10.2 miles) south-east of the centre of Brisbane. In 2021, about 1,475 people lived in Chandler.

Chandler is well-known for the Sleeman Sports Complex, a huge place for sports and entertainment.

What is Chandler Like?

Chandler is a semi-rural suburb. This means it feels a bit like the countryside, even though it's close to a big city. It has lots of bushland and houses with large yards, often called "acreage" properties.

The suburb is bordered by Tingalpa Creek on its eastern side. Part of the Tingalpa Reservoir is also on its southern edge. Chandler is the easternmost point of the Brisbane mainland!

Even though it feels rural, Chandler is close to big shopping centres like Carindale and Capalaba.

Chandler's History

How Chandler Got Its Name

Chandler was named after Sir John Beals Chandler. He used to be the Lord Mayor of Brisbane, which is like the main leader of the city.

Early Days and Development

A long time ago, in 1863, a town called Tingalpa was planned nearby. Its name later changed to Capalaba in 1927. There was an important crossing over Tingalpa Creek, which was part of the road from Brisbane to Cleveland. A bridge was built there in 1874, and a new one in 1936.

In 1885, a company called the Grassdale Land Company Limited started selling land in this area. They advertised it as a great place for everyone, close to Brisbane. People bought lots of land, and the area slowly started to grow.

For many years, Chandler stayed mostly natural bushland with very few people. This changed when the Sleeman Sports Complex was built for the 1982 Commonwealth Games. This big sports centre helped put Chandler on the map!

In 2010, a nearby area called Capalaba West became part of Chandler. This made Chandler's eastern border reach Tingalpa Creek, which is the boundary between Brisbane and Redland City.

People in Chandler

In 2021, Chandler had a population of 1,475 people. Most people living in Chandler were born in Australia.

Schools Near Chandler

Chandler doesn't have any schools inside the suburb itself. However, there are several schools very close by in neighbouring suburbs.

• Primary Schools:

* Capalaba State College (in Capalaba) * Gumdale State School (in Gumdale) * Belmont State School (in Carindale)

• Secondary Schools:

* Capalaba State College (in Capalaba) * Brisbane Bayside State College (in Wynnum West)

Facilities and Fun Things to Do

Sleeman Sports Complex

The Brisbane Aquatic Centre, a major venue of the Sleeman Sports Complex, which hosts an Olympic-size swimming pool and a diving platform.

The Sleeman Sports Complex is a huge and important place in Chandler. It's been used for big events like the 1982 Commonwealth Games, the 2001 Goodwill Games, and the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

It has lots of different sports facilities, including:

• Anna Meares Velodrome (an indoor track for cycling)
• BMX Supercross Track
• Brisbane Aquatic Centre (with an Olympic-size swimming pool and diving platform)
• Chandler Arena (for indoor sports like soccer, basketball, and volleyball)
• Chandler Theatre
• Chandler Velodrome (an outdoor cycling track)
• Dry Diving Training Hall
• Gymnastics Training Hall
• State Weightlifting Centre
• A fitness centre for workouts

The Complex also has a "Park 'n' ride" facility. This means you can park your car there and catch a bus to other places like Carindale or Capalaba.

Parks in Chandler

An area of bushland in Chandler, consisting of eucalyptus trees and a small lake, close to the Sleeman Centre.

Chandler has several parks where you can enjoy nature and outdoor activities:

• Capalaba Recreation Reserve
• Sunnydene Road Park
• Tilley Road Park
• Tingalpa Creek Reserve
• Toronto Road Park (two locations)
• Tyberry Street Park

Other Facilities

Chandler also has a waste transfer station at 728 Tilley Road. This is where the Brisbane City Council manages waste and recycling.