Kagaru, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Kagaru Queensland
Teviot Brook crossing, 2016
Kagaru Location in Queensland
Population	19 (2021 census)
• Density	0.655/km2 (1.70/sq mi)
Established	1997
Postcode(s)	4285
Area	29.0 km2 (11.2 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	20.5 km (13 mi) NNW of Beaudesert 24.2 km (15 mi) SW of Logan Central 58.4 km (36 mi) SSW of Brisbane CBD
LGA(s)	Scenic Rim Region City of Logan
State electorate(s)	Scenic Rim Jordan
Federal Division(s)	Wright
Suburbs around Kagaru: Flinders Lakes Monarch Glen Flagstone Riverbend Undullah Kagaru Cedar Grove Wyaralong Allenview Woodhill

Kagaru is a quiet rural area in Queensland, Australia. It's split between two local government areas: the Scenic Rim Region and the City of Logan. In 2021, only 19 people lived here, making it a very small community.

What Kagaru Looks Like

Kagaru is a mostly undeveloped area. Its eastern side follows the path of a railway line that connects Sydney and Brisbane. The Logan River and Teviot Brook also form part of its eastern boundary.

A Look Back at Kagaru

Where the Name Comes From

The name 'Kagaru' comes from the Ugarapul language. It means 'blue-winged kookaburra'. In the 1930s, a railway station in the area was given this name.

Becoming a Locality

On April 24, 1997, the area was officially named 'Kagaru' after the old railway station. Before 2008, Kagaru was part of the Shire of Beaudesert. However, after some changes to local government areas in March 2008, Kagaru was split. Now, it belongs to both Logan City and the Scenic Rim Region. The original railway station no longer exists.

Who Lives in Kagaru

In 2016, Kagaru had a population of 13 people. There were 6 households in the area. The median age of residents was 57 years old. By 2021, the population had grown slightly to 19 people.