Eton, Queensland facts for kids
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Township of Eton, circa 1880
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 Eton
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 728 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 7.459/km2 (19.32/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4741 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 97.6 km2 (37.7 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Mackay Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Mirani | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Capricornia | ||||||||||||||
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Eton is a small town and area in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the Mackay Region. In 2021, about 728 people lived in Eton.
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Exploring Eton's Landscape
Eton is located in a mostly flat area, about 30 meters above sea level. This northern part of the town is mainly used for growing sugarcane. As you move south, the land becomes hilly. Here, farmers mostly raise cattle.
The very south of Eton is mountainous, with peaks like Mount Bridgman reaching 650 meters high. Much of this land is natural bushland, including parts of Ben Mohr State Forest and Spencer Gap State Forest.
Waste Management in Eton
In the far south of Eton, you'll find the Hogan's Pocket Landfill. This is a special site where waste is safely disposed of. It was built in 2006 by the Mackay Regional Council. The landfill produces gas, which is currently burned off. However, in the future, this gas might be used to create electricity!
Roads and Transport
The main road, the Peak Downs Highway, runs through Eton from south to north-east. Another important road, State Route 5, also passes through the area. You might also see a special railway line called a cane tramway. This tramway helps transport the harvested sugarcane to local sugar mills.
A Look Back at Eton's History
Eton has a rich history. One of its oldest buildings is the Eton State School. Plans for the school were made in August 1882, and it officially opened its doors on 20 August 1883. The school celebrated its 100th birthday in 1983!
In September 1924, the Eton War Memorial was revealed. This special monument honors those who served in wars. Another school, Brightley State School, opened in 1925 but closed in 1988.
Who Lives in Eton?
The number of people living in Eton has grown a bit over the years. In 2016, there were 679 people. By 2021, the population had increased to 728 people.
Learning in Eton
Eton State School is the main school in town. It's a government primary school for students from Prep (the first year of school) to Year 6. It's located at 10 Prospect Street. In 2018, the school had about 30 students and 4 teachers.
If you're looking for a high school, there isn't one right in Eton. The closest secondary school is Mirani State High School, which is to the north-west in Mirani.
Community Connections
The Eton / Eton North branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association (QCWA) is an important community group. They meet at the QCWA Hall on Mill Street in North Eton. This group helps support women and families in rural areas.
