Currajong, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Currajong Townsville, Queensland
View of Warrina Park from Hammett Street
Currajong Location in Townsville, Australia
Population	2,490 (2021 census)
• Density	1,186/km2 (3,070/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4812
Area	2.1 km2 (0.8 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
LGA(s)	City of Townsville
State electorate(s)	Townsville Mundingburra
Federal Division(s)	Herbert
Suburbs around Currajong: Garbutt Garbutt West End Vincent Currajong Pimlico Gulliver Gulliver Gulliver

Currajong is a friendly suburb located in the city of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. It's a place where about 2,490 people live, according to the 2021 census.

Where is Currajong?

Currajong is easy to find on a map! The North Townsville Road forms its northern edge. The Garbutt–Upper Ross Road runs along its north-western side. These roads help people get around and know where Currajong begins and ends.

A Look at Currajong's History

Currajong is located on the traditional lands of the Wulgurukaba Aboriginal people. They are the original custodians of this area.

How Currajong Got Its Name

The name Currajong comes from a house in nearby West End. This house was owned by Edward Hunt. Around 1888, he planted special currajong trees in his garden. People think the suburb was named after these trees or his home.

Schools and Their Stories

Over the years, several schools have been important to the Currajong area.

St John Fisher's Christian Brothers College

• This school opened in 1952.
• It closed on December 11, 1987.
• It joined with other Catholic schools to form a new one.

The Marian School

• The Marian School opened on January 21, 1988.
• It was created by combining St John Fisher's, St Margaret Mary’s Primary School, and Holy Family School.
• Later, in 1995, St Mary’s Catholic Primary School also joined The Marian School.

Currajong State School

• Currajong State School first opened its doors on June 28, 1954.
• Even though it's called Currajong State School, it is now located in the neighbouring suburb of Gulliver.

Who Lives in Currajong?

The number of people living in Currajong changes over time.

• In 2011, about 2,628 people lived here.
• By 2016, the population was around 2,548 people.
• The latest count in 2021 showed 2,490 residents.

Learning in Currajong

Currajong is home to a great school for younger students.

Marian Catholic School

• Marian Catholic School is a primary school for students from Prep to Year 6.
• It is located at 140 Corcoran Street (19°16′38″S 146°46′54″E / 19.2772°S 146.7816°E / -19.2772; 146.7816 (Marian Catholic School)).
• In 2018, the school had 372 students.
• There were 24 teachers and 20 other staff members helping students learn.

Places to Visit in Currajong

Currajong has places where people can gather and connect.

Townsville Wesleyan Methodist Church

• This church is located at 73 Palmerston Street, right on the corner of Hugh Street (19°16′51″S 146°46′57″E / 19.2808°S 146.7825°E / -19.2808; 146.7825 (Townsville Wesleyan Methodist Church)).
• It is part of the Wesleyan Methodist Church.