Kandanga Creek, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Kandanga CreekQueensland |
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 Kandanga Creek
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 129 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 7.46/km2 (19.3/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4570 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 80–300 m (262–984 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 17.3 km2 (6.7 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Gympie Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Gympie | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Wide Bay | ||||||||||||||
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Kandanga Creek is a small, quiet area in the countryside of Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Gympie Region. In 2021, only 129 people lived here, according to the Australian Census.
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Exploring Kandanga Creek's Landscape
The area gets its name from Kandanga Creek. This creek starts in a nearby place called Upper Kandanga. It then flows through Kandanga Creek from the south-west to the north-east.
As it leaves the area, the creek joins the Mary River. The creek creates a valley, which is a low area between hills. This valley is about 80 to 100 metres (260 to 330 feet) above sea level. On both sides of the valley, the land rises into mountains. These mountains can reach up to 300 metres (980 feet) high.
Most of the land in Kandanga Creek is used for grazing. This means farmers raise animals like cattle or sheep on the natural plants that grow there.
A Look Back: Kandanga Creek's History
The name "Kandanga Creek" comes from the local creek. The word koondangoor is from the Kabi language. It means "mountainous," which describes the area well.
A school called Kandanga Creek Provisional School first opened on April 23, 1900. A "provisional school" was a small school set up for a short time. On January 1, 1909, it became Kandanga Creek State School. This means it became a permanent public school.
The school stopped teaching students on December 31, 2009. It officially closed a year later, on December 31, 2010. The school was located on a 5-acre (2-hectare) site at 249 Sterling Road. It was sold in November 2014.
Who Lives Here? Population Details
The number of people living in Kandanga Creek has changed a little over the years.
- In 2016, the population was 118 people.
- In 2021, the population grew slightly to 129 people.
Important Places: Heritage Listings
Some places in Kandanga Creek are very important because of their history. They are called "heritage listings." These include:
- The old Kandanga Creek State School building at 249 Sterling Creek Road.
- The Kandanga Creek Community Hall at 251 Sterling Road.
- The former Kandanga Sawmill at 307 Sterling Road.
Learning and Schools
There are no schools directly in Kandanga Creek today. Children who live here go to school in nearby towns.
- For primary school, students usually go to Kandanga State School. This school is in Kandanga, which is to the east.
- For high school, students attend Gympie State High School. This school is located in the larger town of Gympie to the north.
Community Hub: Amenities
The main gathering place in Kandanga Creek is the Kandanga Creek Community Hall. It is located at 251 Sterling Road. The hall is part of John Doyle Memorial Park. It is a place where people in the community can meet for events and activities.
