Rosslea, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids RossleaTownsville, Queensland |
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Bowen Road, Rosslea
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 Rosslea
Location in Townsville, Australia
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| Population | 1,903 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 1,120/km2 (2,900/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4812 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 1.7 km2 (0.7 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Townsville | ||||||||||||||
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| Federal Division(s) | Herbert | ||||||||||||||
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Rosslea is a suburb located in Townsville, Queensland, Australia. It is part of the City of Townsville. In 2021, about 1,903 people lived in Rosslea.
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Exploring Rosslea's Location
Rosslea is bordered by the Ross River to its east and south. The land here is very flat, sitting about 5 meters above sea level.
What's in Rosslea?
The eastern part of Rosslea is home to the Townsville Golf Club. The rest of the suburb is mostly made up of homes. A main road, Townsville Connection Road, runs through the area.
Does Rosslea Flood?
Because Rosslea is low-lying and near a river, some parts can experience flooding. This mostly affects the golf club area.
A Look at Rosslea's Past
Rosslea is located on the traditional lands of the Wulgurukaba Aboriginal people.
How Did Rosslea Get Its Name?
The name "Rosslea" combines two parts. "Ross" comes from the nearby Ross River. "Lea" is an old English word meaning a grassy meadow.
The History of Golf in Rosslea
The Townsville Golf Club is the oldest golf club in Queensland. It started in 1893 at Kissing Point. The club moved a couple of times before settling in Rosslea on April 18, 1924.
Rosslea and the 2019 Floods
In 2019, some areas of Rosslea were affected by the 2019 Townsville flood.
Who Lives in Rosslea?
The number of people living in Rosslea has grown over the years.
- In 2011, there were 1,600 people.
- In 2016, the population grew to 1,732 people.
- By 2021, 1,903 people called Rosslea home.
Learning in Rosslea
Rosslea has a special school focused on hands-on learning.
Tec-NQ Rosslea Campus
Rosslea Tec-NQ is a private high school for students in Years 10 to 12. It is located at 42-44 Bowen Road (19°17′44″S 146°47′50″E / 19.2956°S 146.7973°E). This school helps students learn practical skills for trade jobs.
Nearby Schools for Rosslea Students
There are no government schools directly in Rosslea.
- For primary school, students can go to Mundingburra State School or Oonoonba State School.
- For high school, options include William Ross State High School and Pimlico State High School.
Fun Things to Do in Rosslea
Rosslea offers a great spot for golf and has a community group.
Townsville Golf Club
The Townsville Golf Club has an 18-hole golf course. It is located at 22 Forrest Street (19°17′39″S 146°48′03″E / 19.2943°S 146.8008°E). Both members and the public can play golf here.
Queensland Country Women's Association
The Rosslea branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association meets at the CWA Hall. This hall is located at 36 Latchford Street, Pimlico.
