Goolman, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Goolman City of Ipswich, Queensland
Information display at Hardings Paddock Picnic Area, 2015
Goolman Location in Queensland
Population	42 (2016 census)
• Density	1.918/km2 (4.97/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4306
Area	21.9 km2 (8.5 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	16.7 km (10 mi) S of Ipswich CBD 54.6 km (34 mi) SW of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Ipswich
State electorate(s)	Scenic Rim
Federal Division(s)	Blair
Suburbs around Goolman: Purga Deebing Heights South Ripley Purga Goolman South Ripley Peak Crossing Peak Crossing Peak Crossing

Goolman is a rural locality in the City of Ipswich, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, Goolman had a population of 42 people.

History

The locality name Goolman comes from nearby Mount Goolman, which in turn derives its name from stone axe in the Yuggera language. Goolman was a stop along the Dugandan railway line.

Nature reserve

The Flinders - Goolman Conservation Estate covers 1,900 hectares and includes several peaks including Flinders Peak, Mount Goolman, Mount Blain and Mount Cathrine. Hardings Paddocks Picnic Area is located in Goolman. It includes horse riding facilities, walking tracks and a camping area.