Nicholson, Queensland facts for kids
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 Nicholson
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 32 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 0.001824/km2 (0.00472/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4825 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 17,540.6 km2 (6,772.5 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Shire of Burke | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Traeger | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Kennedy | ||||||||||||||
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Nicholson is a small coastal area, called a 'locality', in Queensland, Australia. It is located in the Shire of Burke, which is a local government area. This place is right on the border with the Northern Territory. In 2021, only 32 people lived in Nicholson.
About the Land
The northern part of Nicholson touches the Gulf of Carpentaria, which is a large bay. The Nicholson River flows into this area from the southwest. It eventually empties its water into the Gulf. A major road, National Highway 1, also runs through parts of Nicholson.
Who Lives Here?
In 2016, Nicholson had very few or no people living there. But by 2021, the population grew to 32 people.
Hells Gate Roadhouse
Hells Gate Roadhouse is a popular stop for travelers. It is on the Savannah Way, which is a long road that crosses northern Australia. This roadhouse was started in 1986. It is about 80 kilometers from Doomadgee and 50 kilometers from the Northern Territory border. The name "Hells Gate" comes from a nearby pass in the rocky hills. There is also a small airport, called an airstrip, at Hells Gate. Its runway is 1,500 meters long.
Historical Places
Nicholson has some special places that are protected because they are important to history. These are called 'heritage-listed' sites. One example is the Old Westmoreland Homestead.
Local Languages
Two Australian Aboriginal languages are connected to this area:
- Yukulta (also known as Ganggalida) is spoken in the Gulf Country. This includes the areas of the Aboriginal Shire of Doomadgee and the Shire of Mornington.
- Yulluna (also known as Yalarnga or Yalarrnga) is another Aboriginal language. The Yulluna language region includes the Shire of Cloncurry and other areas near the Gulf of Carpentaria.
