Hendra, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hendra Brisbane, Queensland
Residential street in Hendra
Hendra Location in Queensland
Population	4,914 (2021 census)
• Density	1,890/km2 (4,900/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4011
Area	2.6 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	8.3 km (5 mi) NE of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	City of Brisbane (Hamilton Ward)
State electorate(s)	Clayfield
Federal Division(s)	Brisbane
Suburbs around Hendra: Nundah Nundah Hamilton Clayfield Hendra Brisbane Airport Clayfield Ascot Eagle Farm

Hendra is a suburb located in the city of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In 2021, about 4,914 people called Hendra home. It is a part of the City of Brisbane area.

Exploring Hendra's Location

Hendra is about six kilometres (or almost 4 miles) north-east of Brisbane's city centre. The streets here are often lined with beautiful Jacaranda and Royal Poinciana trees.

The suburb has clear boundaries. To the north, it's near Schultz Canal and the Airport Link motorway. The Southern Cross Way is to the east. To the south, you'll find the famous Ascot Racecourse and the Doomben Racecourse.

The Doomben railway line runs through Hendra. It enters from the south-west, near Clayfield, and leaves towards the south, near Ascot. The Hendra railway station helps people get around the suburb.

Most of Hendra is used for homes, but there's also an area with businesses and factories in the north-east.

A Look at Hendra's Past

The name Hendra comes from the railway station, which was named in 1882. It was likely named by Queensland Railway Commissioner Francis Curnow. Hendra is a traditional name from Cornwall, England, meaning an old village or town.

Early Farming Days

Hendra started as a farming area, growing from the nearby Nundah settlement. Farmers here grew citrus fruits, grapes, and pineapples. There were also farms with dairy cows.

Schools in Hendra

• Eagle Farm State School first opened its doors on August 1, 1864. In 1908, its name was changed to Hendra State School.
• Hendra Day School was a small private school that ran from around 1886. It was operated by Dora Franz. The school closed in 1928. Its building was later moved and became the clubhouse for the Toombul Croquet Club.
• Our Lady Help of Christians School opened on January 29, 1937. It was run by the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart.
• Hendra State High School opened on January 29, 1963. It was later renamed Hendra Secondary College in 1994. In 2007, it became Aviation High. This school is special because it's close to Brisbane Airport. It focuses on aviation and aerospace, offering subjects related to these exciting industries.
• Hendra Centre for Continuing Secondary Education opened in 1987 on the same campus as Hendra State High School.

Land Sales and Development

In the late 1800s, parts of Hendra were sold off as land for homes.

• In January 1870, a "Grand drawing and distribution of land prizes" was advertised. This land was once part of the Queensland Turf Club.
• In October 1887, the "Hendra Railway Station Estate" was put up for auction. It had 83 plots of land and was advertised as being close to both Hendra and Clayfield stations.
• In March 1889, the "Raceview Estate" was advertised. This estate had 34 plots and was part of the Eagle Farm Racecourse Reserve, offering views of the racecourse.
• In September 1926, the "Petersen Estate" was auctioned. It included 25 plots of land near Newmarket and Gerler roads.

The Hendra Virus

In September 1994, a new virus was first found in Hendra. It was named the Hendra virus after the suburb. The stables where it was detected were located on Williams Avenue.

Hendra's Population and People

In 2016, Hendra had 4,625 people living there. The average age was 39 years old. Most people (74.2%) were born in Australia. Other common birthplaces included England (4.1%) and New Zealand (3.2%). About 84.8% of people spoke only English at home.

The most common religions were Catholic (34.7%), No Religion (22.1%), and Anglican (19.0%). Most homes in Hendra are stand-alone houses (85.2%).

By 2021, the population of Hendra had grown to 4,914 people.

Important Historic Places

Hendra has several places that are listed for their historical importance:

• 27 Bowley Street: Ardon (a residence)
• 5 Derby Street: Glengariff (also known as Glenaplin, Dura), which was once the home of a wealthy businessman named Thomas Beirne.
• 70 Zillman Road: Inspice (also known as Glen Lyon)

Businesses in Hendra

Strategic Airlines has its main office located in Hendra.

Learning in Hendra

Hendra has several schools for students of different ages:

• Hendra State School is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It is located at 309 Nudgee Road. In 2017, it had 61 students.
• Aviation High is a government secondary school for students from Year 7 to Year 12. It is located on Widdop Street. In 2017, it had 426 students.
• Our Lady Help of Christians School is a Catholic primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It is located at 23 Bowman Street. In 2017, it had 162 students.

Things to Do and See

Hendra offers many places to eat and relax, including local cafés, take-away shops, antique stores, and pubs. The nearest large shopping mall is Toombul Shopping Centre. There are also local shops and a medical centre on Zillman Road.

Hendra is home to the Doomben Racecourse, where horse races are held. You can also find several parks, like T.C. Beirne Park, and many bikeways and walkways. Kedron Brook flows through Hendra and has paths for walking and biking alongside it.

The suburb is also home to:

• The All Stars Baseball Club
• The Ti-trees Swimming Club
• The Northern Suburbs Bridge Club

Churches in Hendra

• Our Lady Help of Christians Parish
• Anglican Parish of Hendra/Clayfield

Parks for Fun

There are a few parks where you can play and relax:

• Bannister Park
• The Beirne Park

Getting Around Hendra

The Hendra railway station is on the Doomben railway line, making it easy to travel by train. There are also regular bus services that connect Hendra to the Brisbane city centre.