Crossdale, Queensland facts for kids
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Paddocks along Wivenhoe Somerset Dam Road, 2015
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 Crossdale
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 68 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 0.596/km2 (1.54/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4312 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 114.0 km2 (44.0 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Somerset Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Nanango | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Blair | ||||||||||||||
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Crossdale is a small countryside area in Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Somerset Region. In 2021, only 68 people lived there.
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What is Crossdale Like?
Crossdale is a large area with many different types of land. The Stanley River forms part of its western border. Some parts of Somerset Dam are also inside Crossdale.
Mountains and Hills
In the northeast, the land rises into the D'Aguilar Range. A place called Little Mount Brisbane is near the wall of Somerset Dam. In the south, there's another hilly area. It reaches over 300 meters high around McKey Hill.
Plants and Water
Most of Crossdale does not have many trees. But the hills are covered in bushland. The northwestern part of Crossdale is mostly surrounded by Lake Wivenhoe. This lake was formed by the Wivenhoe Dam on the Brisbane River. Before the dam was built, this area was known as Mount Esk Pocket.
A Look Back in Time
Crossdale has a bit of history, especially regarding its schools.
Mount Esk Pocket School
Mount Esk Pocket State School opened on July 19, 1911. It was a school for children in the area. The school closed its doors in December 1967. It was located where two roads used to meet.
Who Lives in Crossdale?
The number of people living in Crossdale has changed over the years.
- In 2011, Crossdale and nearby areas had 190 people.
- By 2016, Crossdale itself had 75 people.
- In 2021, the population was 68 people.
Learning in Crossdale
There are no schools directly in Crossdale today.
Nearby Schools
Children living in Crossdale go to schools in nearby towns.
- For primary school, they might go to Toogoolawah State School in Toogoolawah. Or they might go to Fernvale State School in Fernvale.
- For high school, students can attend Toogoolawah State High School. Another option is Kilcoy State High School in Kilcoy.
Places to Visit
Crossdale has one important local spot.
Bryden-Fairview Cemetery
The Bryden-Fairview Cemetery is a local burial ground. You can find it at 2959 Wivenhoe Somerset Road. There is a 300-meter access road leading to it.
