Geebung, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Geebung Brisbane, Queensland
Geebung Baptist Church (now the Tonga Houʻeiki Church), 2007
Geebung Location in Queensland
Population	4,850 (2021 census)
• Density	1,276/km2 (3,300/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4034
Area	3.8 km2 (1.5 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	11.7 km (7 mi) NNE of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Deagon Ward; Marchant Ward)
State electorate(s)	Nudgee Stafford Aspley
Federal Division(s)	Lilley
Suburbs around Geebung: Zillmere Boondall Boondall Aspley Geebung Virginia Chermside Wavell Heights Virginia

Geebung is a suburb in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It's a place where about 4,850 people live, according to the 2021 census.

Discovering Geebung's Location

Geebung is built around its railway station. This station is part of the Caboolture railway line, which makes it easy for people to travel around.

A Look Back at Geebung's History

How Geebung Got Its Name

Geebung got its name from its railway station. The station was named after a fruit called "jibung" from a plant called Persoonia media. This word "jibung" comes from the Dharug language, spoken by Aboriginal people.

Early Churches in Geebung

The Geebung Baptist Church started in 1925. Before that, services were held in the local war memorial hall. The first church building was made of wood and could seat about 100 people. A new church building was built in 1969. Later, in 2012, the Geebung Baptist Church joined with another church. In 2013, the original Geebung Baptist Church building was bought by the Tonga Houʻeiki Church.

The Geebung Methodist Church opened in 1955. In 1977, it became part of the Uniting Church in Australia. A new Geebung Uniting Church opened in 1983. The old 1955 church building is still there and is now used by the Endeavour Foundation, which helps people with disabilities.

St Kevin's Catholic Church opened its doors in 1962. St Mary the Virgin Anglican Church also opened in 1963 but closed in 2000.

Geebung During World War II

During World War II, a part of southern Geebung was home to the Chermside Army Camp. This camp was on land that now includes part of Marchant Park. After the war, some old army buildings were used for businesses in north Geebung. In 1949, the Brisbane City Council decided this area should be used for industry.

Schools Opening in Geebung

Geebung State School

Geebung State School opened on 27 January 1953, providing education for local children. St Kevin's Catholic Primary School opened in January 1964.

The R H Kirkley Education Centre opened in 1979. It was a special school for students who needed extra support with their learning. It was later renamed Geebung Special School.

Ancient Discovery in Geebung

In 2013, something very exciting was found in Geebung: fossils! These fossils were from a rare, crocodile-like animal that lived 50 million years ago, along with other ancient animals.

Who Lives in Geebung?

In 2021, Geebung had a population of 4,850 people. Most people living in Geebung were born in Australia. Other people came from countries like New Zealand, England, India, and the Philippines. Most people speak English at home, but other languages like Italian, Mandarin, and Punjabi are also spoken.

Important Places in Geebung

Heritage-Listed Sites

Some places in Geebung are considered important historical sites:

• Geebung State School at 250 Newman Road.
• Gerns Factory Residence at 39 Buhot Street East.

Schools for Young Learners

Geebung State School grounds, 2018

• Geebung State School is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It's located at 250 Newman Road and also has a special education program.
• Geebung Special School is a special primary school for students who need extra support. It's located on Beau Vista Street.
• St Kevin's School is a Catholic primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. You can find it at 249 Newman Road.

Geebung does not have its own high school. Students usually go to nearby high schools like Aspley State High School, Craigslea State High School, or Wavell Heights State High School.

Places of Worship

• St Kevin's Catholic Church is at 251 Newman Road.
• Geebung Uniting Church is at 59-61 Simla Avenue.
• The Tonga Houʻeiki Church is at 27 Innes Street.
• Wavell Heights Wesleyan Methodist Church also holds services at the Geebung Uniting Church.

Parks and Green Spaces

Geebung has many parks where you can play and relax:

• 7th Brigade Park
• Bowden Park
• Copperfield Street Park
• Downfall Creek Reserve
• Geebung Park
• Kingtel Place Park
• Magenta Street Park
• O Callaghan Park
• Rainbow Lorikeet Park
• Thompson Street Park

Getting Around Geebung

Geebung railway station and Sunshine railway station offer train services. You can catch a train to Brisbane, Ipswich, Caboolture, and the Sunshine Coast. Many people in Geebung travel to work by car or public transport.