Mons, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids MonsSunshine Coast, Queensland |
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 Mons
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 1,179 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 281/km2 (730/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4556 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 4.2 km2 (1.6 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Sunshine Coast Region | ||||||||||||||
| County | Canning | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Mooloolah | ||||||||||||||
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| Federal Division(s) | Fairfax | ||||||||||||||
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Mons is a small, quiet area in the Sunshine Coast Region of Queensland, Australia. It's a place where people live in a more rural setting, often with larger properties. Mons is considered part of the nearby Buderim urban area. In 2021, about 1,179 people called Mons home.
A Look Back at Mons' History
Mons got its name from a famous battle. This was the Battle of Mons, which happened in 1914 during World War I. This important battle took place far away in Belgium.
A school once stood in Mons. It opened on February 7, 1916, as Buderim Road State School. Soon after, it was renamed Mons State School. This school served the community until it closed its doors in 1974.
There was also a special place called the Forest Glen Deer Sanctuary. It was located on the Tanawha Tourist Drive. This sanctuary was a home for deer for many years. Later, the land was changed and became a private mansion.
Population Facts
The number of people living in Mons has grown over the years.
- In 2006, about 683 people lived in Mons.
- By 2016, the population had increased to 946 people.
- In the most recent count in 2021, Mons was home to 1,179 people.
Schools and Learning
There are no schools located directly within Mons itself. However, students living in Mons have several good options nearby.
For primary school, children can attend:
- Buderim Mountain State School in neighbouring Buderim to the east.
- Chevallum State School in neighbouring Chevallum to the south-west.
- Kuluin State School in Kuluin to the north-east.
For secondary school, older students can go to:
- Chancellor State College in Sippy Downs to the south-east.
- Maroochydore State High School in Maroochydore to the north-east.
