East End, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids East End Queensland
Willmott State School, 1924
East End Location in Queensland
Population	88 (2021 census)
• Density	0.4780/km2 (1.238/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4695
Area	184.1 km2 (71.1 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	8.0 km (5 mi) S of Mount Larcom 38.8 km (24 mi) W of Gladstone 80.5 km (50 mi) SE of Rockhampton 542 km (337 mi) NNW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Gladstone Region
State electorate(s)	Gladstone
Federal Division(s)	Flynn
Suburbs around East End: Machine Creek Mount Larcom Aldoga Bracewell East End West Stowe Mount Alma Wooderson West Stowe

East End is a small rural area, also called a 'locality', located in the Gladstone Region of Queensland, Australia. In 2021, about 88 people lived there.

Exploring East End's Location

Roads and Railways

East End is easy to reach because the main Bruce Highway passes right through it. This highway comes from the south-east, near a place called West Stowe. It then continues north, heading towards Mount Larcom. You can also find the East End railway station here. This station is part of the Blackwater railway system, which is used for trains.

A Glimpse into East End's Past

Early Days and Names

The area was first known as Wilmott. It was named after a person called Wilmott. He was a 'squatter', which means he settled on land without officially owning it. In 1855, Wilmott brought two groups of sheep to this area. One group stayed near a lagoon, which is a small lake. Today, this lagoon is still called Wilmot Lagoon.

The Story of East End School

A school called Willmott State School first opened its doors on April 26, 1915. Later, in 1936, its name was changed to East End State School. The school taught students for many years before it closed down in 1963.

Who Lives in East End?

Population Changes Over Time

In 2011, the population of East End was counted together with its neighbour, Bracewell. Together, these two areas had 462 people living there. By 2016, East End had its own population count, with 59 people. The most recent count in 2021 showed that 88 people now live in East End.

Important Historical Sites

Places with Special History

East End has some places that are 'heritage-listed'. This means they are important historical sites that are protected. One such site is the original homestead (old house) of Mount Larcombe Station. You can find it at 52780 Bruce Highway.

Learning Opportunities Near East End

Schools in the Area

There are no schools directly in East End itself. However, students can attend nearby primary schools. These include Mount Larcom State School in Mount Larcom to the north. Another option is Yarwun State School in Yarwun to the east.

For high school students, Mount Larcom State School also offers education up to Year 10. Older students can go to Gladstone State High School in West Gladstone. A newer school, Calliope State High School in Calliope, opened in 2020. This school will teach students up to Year 10 by 2022 and up to Year 12 by 2024. Once it's fully open, it will be closer for many students than Gladstone State High School.