Plainland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids PlainlandQueensland |
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Porter's Plainland Hotel, opened in 1908
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 Plainland
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 1,930 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 86.5/km2 (224/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4341 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 22.3 km2 (8.6 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Lockyer Valley Region | ||||||||||||||
| County | Churchill | ||||||||||||||
| Parish | Laidley | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Lockyer | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Wright | ||||||||||||||
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Plainland is a small, country area in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the Lockyer Valley Region. In 2021, about 1,930 people lived here. This was a 21% increase from 2016, meaning more people are choosing to live in Plainland!
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Where is Plainland?
Plainland is found in the beautiful Lockyer Valley. It's about 75 kilometers (47 miles) west of Brisbane, which is Queensland's capital city. The main road, called the Warrego Highway, runs right through it.
A Look at Plainland's Past
Plainland was first settled in 1878 by about a dozen German families. Most of these families came from a place called West Prussia. They worked hard to build their new homes.
In 1884, the community built a Lutheran church. They replaced it with a new one in 1897. By 1911, about 60 families, mostly German, lived in the area. They had three blacksmiths, a hotel, a school, and a general store.
Plainland State School opened around 1886. It taught local children for many years before closing in 1966. The Plainland Post Office also opened in 1899 and closed in 1966.
After a quiet period in the mid-1900s, Plainland started to grow again in the 1990s. New housing areas like Plainland Crossing and Meadows at Plainland were built. This gave more people a chance to live in this lovely country spot.
Plainland's Population Growth
Plainland has seen its population change over the years.
- In 2011, about 1,672 people lived in Plainland.
- By 2016, the population was 1,596 people.
- In 2021, the number of residents grew to 1,930 people.
This recent growth shows Plainland is becoming a popular place to live. New services and shops have opened, and there are plans for a new regional hospital.
Local Events
If you visit Plainland on a Sunday, you might find a fun farmers' market. It's held right next to the Plainland Hotel, where you can find fresh local produce.
Schools in Plainland
Plainland is home to two schools that help students learn and grow.
Faith Lutheran College
Faith Lutheran College is a private high school for students in Years 7 to 12. Both boys and girls attend this school. It is operated by Lutheran Education Queensland. In 2016, the school had 719 students.
Sophia College
Sophia College is a Catholic high school that opened in 2021. It started with students in Year 7. This school also welcomes both boys and girls.
