Dugandan, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids DugandanBoonah, Queensland |
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Dugandan Hotel, 2018
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 Dugandan
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 602 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 41.52/km2 (107.5/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4310 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 14.5 km2 (5.6 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Scenic Rim Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Scenic Rim | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Wright | ||||||||||||||
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Dugandan (say it like Doog-an-dan) is a small town in the countryside of Queensland, Australia. It's part of the Scenic Rim Region. In 2021, about 602 people lived here.
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Exploring Dugandan's Geography
Teviot Brook is a stream that runs along the western edge of Dugandan. It then flows north through the area.
A main road, the Boonah – Rathdowney Road (also called State Route 93), goes right through the town from north to south.
A Look Back at Dugandan's History
How Dugandan Got Its Name
The name Dugandan comes from the Ugarapul language. It means "mountain spur place."
Long ago, the name Dugandan covered a much bigger area. It even included the town we now call Boonah until the 1880s.
Early Days and Community Life
In January 1861, a group of native police went to Dugandan Scrub. This was to deal with local Aboriginal people who were camped there.
The Dugandan Provisional School opened in 1878. It was actually located in what is now Boonah. This school later changed its name to Boonah State School in 1895.
The Dugandan Hotel's Story
In 1886, Carl Stumer built the Dugandan General Store. It was rebuilt higher up after a flood in 1887.
In 1913, this store was changed and became the Dugandan Hotel. There was an older hotel in Boonah also called the Dugandan Hotel, but it was not open at this time.
Trains and Transport
The Fassifern railway line was Queensland's first branch railway line. It was extended to Dugandan and opened on September 12, 1887.
The town had its own station called Dugandan railway station. This train line helped people travel and goods move around. The railway line closed in June 1964.
Mills and Work
By 1887, a sawmill was already working in Dugandan. It was run by Josias Hancock and James Cossart. This mill sadly burned down in 1897.
Cossart's Mill became a very important workplace in the area. It helped Boonah and Dugandan grow and become successful for many years.
Post Office and Churches
The Dugandan Post Office opened on September 11, 1887. It helped people send and receive mail. The post office closed in 1929.
In 1882, the Primitive Methodist Church needed a bigger space. Thomas Hardcastle gave land for a new church. It opened on November 4, 1883.
Later, because of flood worries, this church moved to Boonah. The Trinity Lutheran church opened in Dugandan on April 23, 1889.
Dugandan State School
Dugandan State School opened in Dugandan on January 13, 1917. This school was different from the one that opened in 1878. It closed in 1966.
Who Lives in Dugandan?
In 2016, about 593 people lived in Dugandan. There were 254 homes. Slightly more females (52.3%) lived there than males (47.7%). The average age was 45, which is a bit older than the national average.
In 2021, the number of people living in Dugandan grew slightly to 602.
Places of Interest in Dugandan
Dugandan has some special places that are part of its history:
- The Dugandan Hotel, located at 124 Boonah-Rathdowney Road.
- The Trinity Lutheran Church and its cemetery, found at 237 Boonah-Rathdowney Road.
Learning in Dugandan
There are no schools directly in Dugandan. Students usually go to nearby towns for their education.
The closest primary schools are Boonah State School in Boonah and Mount Alford State School in Mount Alford. For high school, students attend Boonah State High School in Boonah.
Local Spots to Visit
- The Dugandan Hotel is a well-known spot at 124 Boonah-Rathdowney Road.
- The Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 237 Boonah-Rathdowney Road.
