North Eton, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids North Eton Queensland
People rowing across Lagoon Creek at Beldan's, North Eton, circa 1900-1910
North Eton Location in Queensland
Population	189 (2021 census)
• Density	9.26/km2 (24.0/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4741
Area	20.4 km2 (7.9 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	18.4 km (11 mi) SE of Mirani 31.2 km (19 mi) NSW of Mackay CBD 963 km (598 mi) NNW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Mackay Region
State electorate(s)	Mirani
Federal Division(s)	Capricornia
Suburbs around North Eton: Marian Marian Marian Kinchant Dam North Eton Victoria Plains Brightly Eton Eton

North Eton (also known as Eton North) is a small country area in Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Mackay Region. In 2021, about 189 people lived there. This area is mostly flat and used for farming.

What is North Eton Like?

North Eton is a very flat area. It sits about 30 meters (around 100 feet) above sea level. There's a small rise on its western side near Mount Kinchant. A creek called Sandy Creek flows through the area. All the land in North Eton is used for farming. Most of this farmland grows sugarcane.

A Look at North Eton's Past

North Eton Sugar Mill, circa 1912

This area has been known by two names: North Eton and Eton North.

The Sugar Mill's Story

The North Eton Central Mill started crushing sugarcane in 1888. It was first called the Defiance. This mill was special because it was the first sugar mill supported by the Queensland Government. Many years later, in 1989, several sugar mills in the area joined together to form Mackay Sugar Limited. This led to the North Eton mill closing down.

North Eton State School

The North Eton State School opened its doors on August 5, 1895. It has also been known as the Eton North State School over the years.

People Living in North Eton

In 2011, North Eton had 536 people living there. By 2016, the population was 186 people. In the most recent count in 2021, North Eton had a population of 189 people.

Learning in North Eton

North Eton State School is a government primary school. It teaches students from Prep to Year 6. The school is located on Kinchant Dam Road. In 2018, 13 students were enrolled there.

There isn't a high school in North Eton itself. The closest high school for older students is Mirani State High School. It is located in the nearby town of Mirani.

Community Activities

The Eton / Eton North branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association (QCWA) is a local group. They meet at the QCWA Hall on 7 Mill Street in North Eton.