Columbia, Queensland facts for kids
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 Columbia
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 97 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 11.15/km2 (28.9/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4820 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 8.7 km2 (3.4 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Charters Towers Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Traeger | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Kennedy | ||||||||||||||
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Columbia is a small rural area in Queensland, Australia. It is located in the Charters Towers Region. In 2021, about 97 people lived there.
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Geography
Charters Towers Airport
The Charters Towers Airport is located in the western part of Columbia. It has two runways. The main runway is paved and is about 1,736 meters (5,695 feet) long.
This airport does not have a control tower. However, pilots can turn on the runway lights themselves when needed. The second runway at the airport is unpaved. Planes can also get fuel here.
Charters Towers Racecourse
In the southern part of Columbia, you will find the Charters Towers racecourse. This is a place where horse races are held. You can get to the racecourse from Hackett Terrace.
History
Dalrymple Trade Training Centre Opens
A special training center called the Dalrymple Trade Training Centre officially opened in Columbia on April 13, 2014. It was opened by Senator Ian Macdonald. He was a member of the Australian Senate, which is part of Australia's government.
Population
The number of people living in Columbia has changed a little over the years.
- In 2016, there were 101 people living in Columbia.
- By 2021, the population had slightly decreased to 97 people.
Heritage Sites
What is a Heritage Listing?
A heritage listing means that a place is important because of its history or special features. These sites are protected so they can be preserved for the future. Charters Towers has some of these important sites.
Bore Sight Range and Compass Swinging Platform
One heritage-listed site in Columbia is at the Charters Towers Airport. It is called the Bore Sight Range and Compass Swinging Platform. This site was used in the past to help airplanes check their aiming systems and compasses.
Education
Dalrymple Trade Training Centre
The Dalrymple Trade Training Centre is a school unit for older students, from Year 10 to Year 12. It is located at 1-13 Macpherson Street in Columbia.
This center works with other high schools in the Charters Towers area. It provides special training for students in various trades. The center has modern buildings and all the equipment needed for hands-on learning. It helps students learn practical skills for future jobs.
