Falcon Island facts for kids
Falcon Island and surrounds
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| Coordinates | 18°46′08″S 146°31′59″E / 18.769°S 146.533°E |
| Archipelago | Palm Islands, Queensland |
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Falcon Island is a small island found off the eastern coast of Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Palm Islands group, which is a collection of islands. The island closest to Falcon Island is Esk Island.
Discovering Falcon Island
Falcon Island is one of the many beautiful islands in the Palm Islands group. This group of islands is located in the warm waters off Queensland's coast. It is a quiet place, currently without people living on it.
Location and Neighbors
Falcon Island is situated near other islands in the Palm Islands group. Its closest neighbor is Esk Island. Together, these islands form a unique part of Australia's natural landscape.
Its Special Name
The original name for Falcon Island in the Nyawaygi language is Carbooroo. This name comes from the traditional owners of the land. It connects the island to its long history and the culture of the Aboriginal people.
A Look Back in Time
In 1941, Falcon Island was officially marked as an Aboriginal reserve. This meant it was set aside for Aboriginal people. The idea was to make the Palm Island Aboriginal Settlement bigger. However, the island was never actually used for this purpose. Today, Falcon Island, along with nine other islands in the Palm Islands group, is managed by the Aboriginal Shire of Palm Island. This is the local government for the area.
