Kumbarilla, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Kumbarilla Queensland
Kumbarilla Location in Queensland
Population	223 (2021 census)
• Density	0.8934/km2 (2.314/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4405
Area	249.6 km2 (96.4 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	35.9 km (22 mi) WSW of Dalby 56.5 km (35 mi) E of Tara 118 km (73 mi) WNW of Toowoomba 243 km (151 mi) W of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Western Downs Region
State electorate(s)	Warrego
Federal Division(s)	Maranoa
Localities around Kumbarilla: Beelbee Kogan Ducklo Weranga Kumbarilla Ducklo Marmadua Halliford Halliford

Kumbarilla is a small town and rural area in Queensland, Australia. It is located in the Western Downs Region. In 2021, about 223 people lived in the Kumbarilla area.

Exploring Kumbarilla's Landscape

Kumbarilla is located between 350 and 400 meters above sea level. The town itself is quite small, with only a few buildings. It is found near the old Kumbarilla railway station. Another old station, Gulera, is now abandoned.

Railways and Roads

The Glenmorgan railway line runs through the southern part of Kumbarilla. It goes from the east (near Ducklo) towards the south-west (near Weranga).

The Moonie Highway also crosses the southern part of the area. It travels from the south-east (Ducklo) to the south (near Marmadua). This highway stays south of the railway line and does not go through the town itself.

Forests and Land Use

Kumbarilla is home to a few state forests. The Braemer State Forest is in the north-west. There are also two smaller forests called Daandine State Forest and Weranga State Forest. Most of the land outside these forests is used for grazing animals.

Interestingly, the Kumbarilla State Forest is not actually in Kumbarilla. It is just south of Kumbarilla's border, in the areas of Marmadua and Halliford.

Geologically, Kumbarilla is part of the Surat Basin. This area is known for its natural gas resources.

Kumbarilla's Past

The name Kumbarilla comes from the local Aboriginal people. In their language, it means 'ironbark tree' or 'ironbark timber'. This name was first given to the railway station.

Early Education

A school called Kumbarilla Provisional School first opened in 1913. It later became Kumbarilla State School in December 1918. However, the school closed around 1923.

Land Sales in 1918

In March 1918, the Queensland government offered 18 town lots for sale. These were offered as long-term leases, meaning people could use the land for a very long time by paying rent.

Population Changes in Kumbarilla

The number of people living in Kumbarilla has changed over the years:

• In 2006, the area had a population of 241 people.
• By 2016, the population had decreased to 197 people.
• However, in the most recent count in 2021, the population grew to 223 people.

Kumbarilla's Economy

A big part of Kumbarilla's economy involves coal seam gas. Most of the area has a special permit for gas extraction. You can see many wells and pipelines in the northern and south-western parts of Kumbarilla.

The Ruby Jo gas compression facility is also located here. This facility is operated by a company called QGC. It is found on Kumbarilla Road, south of the Braemer State Forest.

Education Opportunities

There are no schools located directly in Kumbarilla. Students living in the area usually travel to nearby towns for their education.

Primary Schools Nearby

For primary school, the closest government schools are:

• Tara Shire State College in Tara (to the west)
• Kogan State School in nearby Kogan (to the north)
• Dalby State School in Dalby (to the north-west)

Secondary Schools Nearby

For secondary school, students can attend:

• Tara Shire State College in Tara
• Dalby State High School in Dalby