Corinda, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Corinda Brisbane, Queensland
Shops along Oxley Road
Corinda Location in Queensland
Population	5,555 (2021 census)
• Density	1,852/km2 (4,800/sq mi)
Established	1862
Postcode(s)	4075
Area	3.0 km2 (1.2 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	12.8 km (8 mi) SW of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Tennyson Ward)
State electorate(s)	Mount Ommaney Miller
Federal Division(s)	Moreton
Suburbs around Corinda: Fig Tree Pocket Sherwood Sherwood Fig Tree Pocket Corinda Rocklea Oxley Oxley Rocklea

Corinda is a suburb located in the city of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's a friendly place with a mix of homes and green spaces. In 2021, about 5,555 people called Corinda home.

History of Corinda

Corinda got its name from the local railway station. The station was probably named after a large cattle farm owned by Sir Arthur Hunter Palmer. He named his farm "Corinda" after another one he owned near Aramac.

Early Settlement and Growth

The first European settlers arrived in Corinda in the 1860s. They started small farms in the area. One of the first families was the Francis family. In 1862, they bought a large piece of land. This land stretched from the Brisbane River to a spot now called Francis Lookout.

Francis Lookout is still there today. It has a small burial ground that opened in 1862. Ten early settlers are buried there, including Clement Francis, who died in 1863. Many old "Queenslander" style homes were built on the hills around the lookout. These homes date back to the early days of the area.

The first train line opened in 1874. A small shopping area slowly grew around the station on Oxley Road. The Corinda School of Arts, built in 1895, is one of the oldest buildings there. It is now a public library. The shopping area grew much faster after the 1920s. Many large bungalow-style homes were built closer to Oxley Creek during this time.

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, more land was sold for homes. Maps from that time show new areas being developed.

Local Government Changes

In 1879, the area was part of the Shire of Yeerongpilly. Later, in 1891, parts of Yeerongpilly became the Sherwood Division. This became the Shire of Sherwood in 1903, which included Corinda. In 1925, the Shire of Sherwood joined with other areas to form the City of Brisbane.

Schools and Community Places

Many schools were built in Corinda over the years.

• In 1915, the Catholic Archbishop of Brisbane, James Duhig, invited teaching Sisters to Brisbane. The Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart started St Joseph's Catholic Primary School. It opened on January 28, 1917, with 50 students.
• Corinda State School opened on June 1, 1927.
• St Aidan's Anglican Girls' School opened on February 5, 1929.
• Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College opened in 1941 but closed in 1972.
• Corinda State High School opened on January 25, 1960.

In 1933, a special home for children with disabilities, called Montrose Home for Crippled, opened. It later moved to a larger property in Corinda in 1937. A generous person named George Marchant helped by donating the land. The home also had its own school, Montrose Special School. The home closed in 2001, as care for children with disabilities changed to support them in their own homes. The school closed in 2006.

The Corinda RSL started in 1964. It is now known as the Sherwood Services Club. The local library became part of the Brisbane City Council library system in 1966. It was updated in 2016.

In 1974, during a big flood in Brisbane, a part of Corinda had a landslip. This affected more than 20 houses.

People of Corinda

Corinda is a diverse suburb. In 2021, the population was 5,555 people. The average age of people in Corinda is 39 years old. Most people (about 71.8%) were born in Australia. Other people came from countries like England, New Zealand, India, and the Philippines. Most people speak English at home. Other languages spoken include Vietnamese, Spanish, and Mandarin.

Special Places to See

Weemalla was listed on the Queensland Heritage Register in 2013

Francis Lookout graves, 2014

Corinda has some places that are important for their history. These are called heritage-listed sites:

• Monkton, at 7 Ardoyne Road
• Francis Lookout, at 157 Dewar Terrace
• Weemalla, at 62 Ruthven Street

Parks and Green Spaces

Corinda has two main parks, both called Corinda Park. One is a forest area along the Brisbane River. It includes Carrington Rocks and the Carrington Boat Club. The other park is near Oxley Creek, close to the bowls club and state school.

The historic Francis Lookout also has a small park. This park is used for local "Carols by Candlelight" events. These events are run by local churches and schools. The Sherwood Arboretum, a large garden with many trees, is also nearby in the suburb of Sherwood.

Places of Worship

• Christ Community Church West, Cliveden Avenue
• St John's Lutheran Church, corner Oxley Road and Clewley Street
• St Joseph's Catholic Church, corner Oxley Road and Martindale Street
• Grace Bible Church Corinda, corner Hassall and Clara Street

Getting Around

Corinda Railway Station

The Corinda railway station is very important for residents. It connects them to the Brisbane CBD (city centre). The train also stops at many other suburbs. You can reach popular places like the Indooroopilly Shopping Centre and the University of Queensland. The "Westlander" train service to Charleville also stops here. There is also a bus service (Bus 104) to Tennyson railway station.

Education in Corinda

Corinda has several schools for different age groups.

• Corinda State School is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It is located at 330 Cliveden Avenue. In 2017, it had 575 students.

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Corinda, Queensland

• St Joseph's Primary School is a Catholic primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It is located at 28 Clewley Street, near the Corinda Village Shopping Centre. In 2017, it had 456 students.
• Corinda State High School is a government secondary school for students from Year 7 to Year 12. It is located at 46 Pratten Street. In 2017, it had 1,788 students.
• St Aidan's Anglican Girls School is a private school for girls from Prep to Year 12. It is located at 11 Ruthven Street, near the railway line. In 2017, it had 711 students.

Things to Do

Dunlop Park Memorial Pool

• The Brisbane City Council runs a public library at 641 Oxley Road.
• The Dunlop Park Memorial Swimming Pool is a large, heated outdoor pool. It is 50 metres long and is located at 794 Oxley Road.
• The Corinda Horse and Pony Club is at the end of Rinora Street.

Natural Features

Corinda is bordered by the Brisbane River and Oxley Creek. Because of this, some low-lying areas can experience flooding during very heavy rains. Also, some parts of the suburb can have landslips, as seen during the 1974 flood.