Parkside, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids ParksideMount Isa, Queensland |
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 Parkside
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 1,530 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 1,020/km2 (2,600/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4825 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 1.5 km2 (0.6 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Mount Isa | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Traeger | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Kennedy | ||||||||||||||
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Parkside is a suburb in the town of Mount Isa, located in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the City of Mount Isa area. In 2021, about 1,530 people called Parkside home.
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What is Parkside Like?
Geography of Parkside
The Leichhardt River flows from north to south right through the town of Mount Isa. This river divides the suburbs into two main areas: "mineside" and "townside." Parkside is a "mineside" suburb, which means it's located on the western side of the Leichhardt River.
History of Schools in Parkside
Parkside has a rich history, especially when it comes to its schools.
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School: This school was first opened in 1923 by the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart. It was originally on Railway Avenue. In 1985, the school moved to Twenty-Third Avenue.
- San Jose Catholic Secondary School: The Sisters of St Joseph also started a high school for girls called San Jose Catholic Secondary School in 1964. This school was on Twenty-Third Avenue.
- Mount Isa Catholic High School: In 1985, San Jose College joined with St Kieran's Christian Brothers College to create a new co-educational (for both boys and girls) high school. This new school was called Mount Isa Catholic High School. It was later renamed Good Shepherd Catholic College.
- Mount Isa State High School: This public high school opened its doors in 1953. It closed in 2002. In 2003, it combined with Kalkadoon State High School to form Spinifex State College. The former Mount Isa State High School site became the junior campus (for Years 7-9) of Spinifex State College.
Parkside's Population
The number of people living in Parkside has changed a bit over the years:
- In 2011, there were 1,784 people living in Parkside.
- By 2016, the population was 1,532 people.
- In the most recent count in 2021, Parkside had a population of 1,530 people.
Special Heritage Sites
Parkside is home to some important historical places that are "heritage-listed." This means they are protected because they have special historical or cultural value.
- Tent House: Located on Camooweal Street, the Tent House is a unique building.
- Spinifex State College Junior Campus: The campus at 6-12 Fifth Avenue is also a heritage-listed site.
Education in Parkside
Parkside has important schools that help students learn and grow.
- Spinifex State College: This is a government high school for students in Years 7 to 12. It teaches both boys and girls. The junior campus (for Years 7-9) is located at 6-16 Fifth Avenue in Parkside. The senior campus (for Years 10-12) is in a different suburb called Pioneer. In 2017, the school had 817 students.
- St Joseph's Catholic School: This is a Catholic primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It's for both boys and girls and is located at 50-60 Twenty-Third Avenue. In 2017, St Joseph's had 313 students.
- Nearby Primary Schools: There isn't a government primary school directly in Parkside. The closest one is Happy Valley State School, which is in the nearby suburb of Happy Valley.
Parks and Recreation
Parkside has several parks where you can relax and play:
- Captain James Cook Park
- Magpie Street Park
