Newell, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Newell Queensland
Newell Location in Queensland
Population	336 (2016 census)
• Density	21.40/km2 (55.4/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4873
Area	15.7 km2 (6.1 sq mi)
LGA(s)	Shire of Douglas
State electorate(s)	Cook
Federal Division(s)	Leichhardt
Localities around Newell: Miallo Rocky Point Coral Sea Miallo Newell Coral Sea Mossman Bonnie Doon Cooya Beach

Newell is a small town right on the coast in Queensland, Australia. It's also known as a 'locality,' which is like a specific area or neighborhood. In 2016, about 336 people lived there. Newell is part of the Shire of Douglas, a local government area.

Where is Newell?

Newell is located right next to the Coral Sea on its eastern side. To the west, you'll find the Mossman Daintree Road. There's also a special train track, called a cane tramway, that carries sugarcane to the Mossman Sugar Mill.

Natural Boundaries

The northern part of Newell is partly bordered by Coop Creek and Saltwater Creek. The Mossman River forms the southern boundary. This river flows into the Coral Sea at the southeastern tip of the area.

Living by the Beach

Most of the houses in Newell are very close to the beach. They are often just two streets away from the sand and ocean! The rest of the land in Newell is quite flat and low. It's mainly used for farming, especially growing sugarcane.

Local Spots

Even though it's called the Mossman Golf Course, the golf course is actually located in Newell. You can find it where Mossman Daintree Road meets Newell Road. If you want to launch a boat, there's a ramp into the Mossman River at the very end of Rankin Street.

A Bit of History

The town of Newell was named after an important local person. His name was John Newell. He was a well-known businessman and also a politician in the area.

Schools in the Area

There are no schools directly in Newell itself. However, students can easily go to primary and secondary schools in the nearby town of Mossman.