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Kepnock
Bundaberg, Queensland
Aerial view, Kepnock State High School, 2020.jpg
Aerial view, Kepnock State High School, 2020
Kepnock is located in Queensland
Kepnock
Kepnock
Location in Queensland
Population 4,501 (2021 census)
 • Density 1,407/km2 (3,640/sq mi)
Postcode(s) 4670
Area 3.2 km2 (1.2 sq mi)
Time zone AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location
  • 3.9 km (2 mi) SE of Bundaberg Central
  • 361 km (224 mi) N of Brisbane
LGA(s) Bundaberg Region
State electorate(s) Bundaberg
Federal Division(s) Hinkler
Suburbs around Kepnock:
Bundaberg South Bundaberg East Bundaberg East
Bundaberg South Kepnock Ashfield
Walkervale Avenell Heights Avenell Heights

Kepnock is a suburb located in the city of Bundaberg, in the state of Queensland, Australia. It's part of the wider Bundaberg Region. In 2021, about 4,501 people lived here.

What is Kepnock Like?

Kepnock is mostly a place where people live, with many homes and families. You can find small shops along Bundaberg–Port Road, also known as Elliot Heads Road.

A Look at Kepnock's Past

Kepnock State High School first opened its doors on January 28, 1964. This was a big event for the area.

Who Lives in Kepnock?

In 2021, the population of Kepnock was 4,501 people. This number has stayed quite similar over the past few years. For example, in 2011, there were 4,533 people, and in 2016, there were 4,441.

Learning in Kepnock

School buildings, Kepnock State High School, 2019
Kepnock State High School, 2019
RJ Young Hall, Kepnock State High School, 2019 01
RJ Young Hall, Kepnock State High School, 2019

Kepnock is home to Kepnock State High School. This is a government school for students in Years 7 to 12. Both boys and girls attend this school, which is located on Kepnock Road.

In 2017, the high school had about 1,365 students and 114 teachers. The next year, in 2018, there were 1,354 students and 120 teachers. The school also offers a special education program to help students with different learning needs.

There are no primary schools directly in Kepnock. The closest government primary school is Bundaberg East State School, which is in the nearby area of Bundaberg East.

Fun Places in Kepnock

Kepnock has several parks where you can relax and play. These green spaces are great for families and friends to enjoy the outdoors. Some of the parks include:

  • CJ Neilson Park
  • Clive Cresent Park
  • Fe Walker Street Park
  • Quinn Street Park
  • Scotton Street Park
  • Stehbens Park
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