Condamine, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Condamine Queensland
The Leichhardt Highway, passing through Condamine
Condamine Location in Queensland
Population	294 (2021 census)
• Density	0.3773/km2 (0.977/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4416
Area	779.3 km2 (300.9 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	33.1 km (21 mi) S of Miles 124 km (77 mi) WNW of Dalby 335 km (208 mi) WNW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Western Downs Region
State electorate(s)	Warrego
Federal Division(s)	Maranoa
Localities around Condamine: Drillham South Miles Nangram Pine Hills Yulabilla Condamine Wieambilla Meandarra Hannaford Barramornie The Gums

Condamine is a small country town in the Western Downs Region of Queensland, Australia. It is also the name of the area around the town. In 2021 census, about 294 people lived in Condamine.

Condamine is famous for being the place where the "Condamine Bell" was invented. This was a special bell made from metal. Farmers used it to help find their herds of cattle.

Where is Condamine?

Condamine is located in the middle of the Western Downs Region. It is about 333 kilometres (207 miles) north-west of Brisbane, which is the capital city of Queensland. The town of Miles is about 34 kilometres (21 miles) north of Condamine.

The Leichhardt Highway goes right through the town, running from north to south. Another road, the Roma-Condamine Road, comes into the area from the west. The Condamine River flows past the western side of the town.

A Look at Condamine's Past

The area around Condamine has a long history. The first post office in the area opened on May 21, 1856. It was first called Tieryboo Post Office. Later that same year, in July, its name was changed to Condamine.

Condamine State School, which is the local primary school, opened its doors on January 1, 1863. This makes it one of the oldest state primary schools in Queensland.

In December 2010 and January 2011, Condamine faced big floods. The Condamine River rose very high. People had to leave their homes for safety. The town was evacuated twice in just 10 days during January 2011 because of heavy rain.

People in Condamine

In 2021 census, there were 294 people living in Condamine. Most people, about 75.5%, were born in Australia. Also, about 80.9% of people living in Condamine spoke only English at home.

What's in Condamine?

Condamine has a few important services for its residents and visitors. There is a small hotel where people can stay. There is also a roadhouse, which is like a rest stop for drivers. The Condamine BP roadhouse is known as a classic place for truck drivers to stop.

Learning in Condamine

Condamine State School is the main school in town. It is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It is located on Kennedy Street. In 2018, the school had 26 students. It is one of the oldest schools in Queensland.

For older students, there are no secondary schools right in Condamine. The closest high school is Miles State High School. It is located in Miles, which is about 34 kilometres (21 miles) north of Condamine.

Sports in Condamine

Condamine has its own rugby union team. They are known as the Condamine Cods. This team plays in the Darling Downs Rugby Union competition. They compete against other teams from nearby towns and universities.