Dolphin Heads, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Dolphin HeadsMackay, Queensland |
|||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Dolphin Heads
Location in Queensland
|
|||||||||||||||
| Population | 388 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 431/km2 (1,120/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4740 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 0.9 km2 (0.3 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Mackay Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Whitsunday | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Dawson | ||||||||||||||
|
|||||||||||||||
Dolphin Heads is a small coastal town and suburb located in the Mackay Region of Queensland, Australia. It's a lovely spot right on the edge of the Coral Sea. In 2016, about 388 people called Dolphin Heads home.
Contents
Discovering Dolphin Heads
Dolphin Heads is a charming place by the sea. It's known for its beautiful coastal views. Being a "suburb" means it's part of the larger city area of Mackay.
Where is Dolphin Heads Located?
This town is in Queensland, one of Australia's states. It sits north of the city of Mackay. The area is surrounded by the sparkling Coral Sea to the north, east, and west.
Nearby Places
To the south of Dolphin Heads, you'll find Blacks Beach. To the west and southwest, there's another suburb called Eimeo. These nearby areas add to the local community.
Who Lives in Dolphin Heads?
With a population of 388 people in 2016, Dolphin Heads is a small and friendly community. It's a quiet place, perfect for those who love living close to the ocean.
How is Dolphin Heads Governed?
Like all places in Australia, Dolphin Heads has different levels of government that help manage the area.
Local Government
Dolphin Heads is part of the Mackay Region. This local government area, called a "LGA," looks after things like local roads, parks, and rubbish collection.
State Government
For state-level decisions, Dolphin Heads is in the Whitsunday electoral district. This means people in Dolphin Heads vote for a representative in the Queensland state parliament.
Federal Government
At the national level, Dolphin Heads is part of the Dawson federal electoral division. This division elects a representative to the Australian Parliament in Canberra.
Images for kids
-
Northern point of Dolphin Heads, 2016
-
Beach warning sign, Dolphin Heads, 2016
