Delaneys Creek, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Delaneys CreekQueensland |
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Mount Mee Road, 2015
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 Delaneys Creek
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 1,366 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 34.24/km2 (88.7/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4514 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 39.9 km2 (15.4 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Moreton Bay | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Glass House | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Fisher | ||||||||||||||
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Delaneys Creek is a small rural area in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the City of Moreton Bay. In 2021, about 1,366 people lived there.
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What is Delaneys Creek Like?
Where is Delaneys Creek?
Delaneys Creek is a rural area. This means it has lots of open spaces and natural beauty. It's located in the City of Moreton Bay in Queensland.
Natural Features
A part of the Delaneys Creek State Forest is in the area. Two creeks, Delaneys Creek and Monkeybong Creek, flow through. They both head towards the Stanley River. A main road, Brisbane–Woodford Road (also called Mount Mee Road), runs through the area.
A Look Back at Delaneys Creek
How Delaneys Creek Got Its Name
The area is named after Delaneys Creek. The creek itself was named after Joseph Delaney. He was either one of the first people to settle there or someone who searched for gold.
The Local School's History
The first school in the area opened in 1892. It was called Delaneys Creek Provisional School. In 1909, it became Delaneys Creek State School. This means it became a permanent government school.
Who Lives in Delaneys Creek?
Population Growth
The number of people living in Delaneys Creek has grown over time.
- In 2011, there were 713 people.
- By 2016, the population grew to 1,061 people.
- In 2021, it reached 1,366 people.
Where People Come From
Most people living in Delaneys Creek were born in Australia. Some people also came from other countries. The top countries of birth include England, New Zealand, and South Africa.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Delaneys Creek speak English at home. A few other languages are also spoken. These include Afrikaans and German.
Learning in Delaneys Creek
Delaneys Creek State School
Delaneys Creek State School is a primary school. It teaches students from Prep (the first year of school) to Year 6. The school is located on Mount Mee Road. In 2018, it had 155 students. There were 14 teachers helping them learn.
High School Options
There isn't a high school right in Delaneys Creek. Students usually go to nearby towns for secondary school.
- For Years 7 to 10, many go to Woodford State School in Woodford. Woodford is just north of Delaneys Creek.
- For Years 11 and 12, students can go to Tullawong State High School in Caboolture. Caboolture is to the south-east.
- Another option is Kilcoy State High School in Kilcoy. Kilcoy is to the north-west.
