Dakabin, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids DakabinMoreton Bay, Queensland |
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 Dakabin
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 5,275 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 925/km2 (2,400/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4503 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 5.7 km2 (2.2 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Moreton Bay | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Murrumba | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Longman | ||||||||||||||
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Dakabin is a suburb in Queensland, Australia. It is part of the City of Moreton Bay. In 2021, about 5,275 people called Dakabin home.
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Where is Dakabin?
Dakabin is located in a handy spot. The North Coast railway line runs along its western side. On the eastern side, you'll find the busy Bruce Highway.
A Look at Dakabin's Past
What Does the Name Dakabin Mean?
The name 'Dakabin' comes from the Yugarabul language of Indigenous Australians. It means 'grass tree' or 'grass root'.
Alma Park Zoo's Story
Alma Park Zoo first opened in 1969. It was a big park, about 20 acres, filled with both Australian and exotic animals. It also had beautiful tropical gardens. The zoo moved from Dakabin in 2014 to a new home at The Big Pineapple.
Schools Open in Dakabin
Two important schools opened in Dakabin in 1978:
- Dakabin State High School welcomed its first students on January 23, 1978.
- Northpine Christian College opened on March 1, 1978. This school actually started in a different suburb in 1953. But after a fire in 1978, it moved to Dakabin. At first, it was only a primary school. Later, in 1984, it added high school years up to Year 10. By 1996, students could complete all their high school years (up to Year 12) there.
Who Lives in Dakabin?
In 2021, Dakabin had a population of 5,275 people. Most people living here were born in Australia. Other people came from countries like New Zealand, England, and South Africa. English is the main language spoken at home.
Education in Dakabin
Northpine Christian College
Northpine Christian College is a private school for both boys and girls. It teaches students from Prep (the first year of school) all the way to Year 12. The school is located at 29 Hughes Road East. It is connected with the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Dakabin State High School
Dakabin State High School is a government high school for boys and girls. It teaches students from Year 7 to Year 12. You can find it on Marsden Road. The school also has special programs, including one for special education and another to help students learn English.
Primary Schools
There isn't a government primary school directly in Dakabin. The school named Dakabin State School is actually in the nearby suburb of Kallangur.
Sports in Dakabin
North Pine United Soccer Club plays its games at Bob Brock Park. This park is a great place for sports, with two cricket fields and three soccer fields. The club is part of the Football Queensland Premier League.
Getting Around Dakabin
Dakabin Railway Station
Dakabin railway station makes it easy to travel. You can catch regular trains to Brisbane and Ipswich. Trains also go north to Caboolture and the Sunshine Coast.
The station has been updated to make it easier for everyone to use. It now has elevators for wheelchairs and bikes. There's also a raised part of the platform, which makes getting on and off the train much simpler.
