Rossville, Queensland facts for kids
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Rossville State School, 2022
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 Rossville
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 253 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 0.3826/km2 (0.991/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4895 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 661.3 km2 (255.3 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Shire of Cook | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Cook | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Leichhardt | ||||||||||||||
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Rossville is a small town and coastal area in Queensland, Australia. It is located within the Shire of Cook. In 2021, about 253 people lived in Rossville.
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Exploring Rossville's Geography
Rossville is a coastal area, meaning it's right by the sea. It includes a neighbourhood called Helenvale in its north-west part.
The Hope Islands
Just 10 kilometres (about 6 miles) off the east coast of Rossville are the Hope Islands. These islands are actually part of the Rossville area. There are two main islands, sometimes called East Hope and West Hope. Both islands are completely protected as part of the Hope Islands National Park.
Rivers and Ranges
Two rivers, the Annan River and the East Normanby River, start in the southern part of Rossville. They begin on the slopes of the Trevethan Range.
A Look at Rossville's History
The Hope Islands have a long history with the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people. These islands are traditionally part of their sea country.
How the Hope Islands Got Their Name
The Hope Islands were named by Lieutenant James Cook on June 13, 1770. His ship, the HMS Endeavour, had gotten stuck on a coral reef nearby. After they managed to free the ship, Cook hoped they would be able to reach these islands. That's how they got their name!
Rossville State School Through the Years
The first school in Rossville, called Rossville Provisional School, opened around 1898. It became Rossville State School in 1909 but later closed in 1964. A new Rossville State School opened its doors on January 25, 1988, and is still helping kids learn today.
Who Lives in Rossville?
The number of people living in Rossville has changed over time. In 2016, there were 204 people. By 2021, the population had grown to 253 people.
Special Places in Rossville
Rossville has some places that are important to its history. These are called heritage-listed sites. One example is the Collingwood Water Race.
Learning in Rossville
Rossville State School is a primary school for children from Prep to Year 6. It's located on Angus Gully Road. In 2017, the school had 32 students. In 2018, there were 28 students.
There are no high schools directly in Rossville. The closest secondary school is Cooktown State School in Cooktown, which is about 31.1 kilometres (19.3 miles) away.
