South Bingera, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids South BingeraBundaberg, Queensland |
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 South Bingera
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 674 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 27.29/km2 (70.7/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4670 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 24.7 km2 (9.5 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Bundaberg Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Burnett | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Hinkler | ||||||||||||||
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South Bingera is a small, quiet area in Queensland, Australia. It's a place where people live in a country setting. It's part of the Bundaberg Region. In 2021, about 674 people called South Bingera home.
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Exploring South Bingera's Location
South Bingera is located about 16 kilometers (10 miles) south-west of the city of Bundaberg. You can find it along the Isis Highway.
Where is South Bingera?
The western and northern edges of South Bingera are bordered by the Burnett River. The Isis Highway, also known as Childers Road, forms its eastern boundary. The land here isn't completely flat. It ranges from 10 to 70 meters (33 to 230 feet) above sea level.
Farming and Nature
Most of the homes in South Bingera are found in the eastern part, closer to Childers Road. The areas nearer to the river are mostly used for farming. Because the land isn't very flat, there isn't much sugarcane grown here. Instead, farmers focus on other crops and raising animals on the natural grasslands.
A Look Back in Time: South Bingera's History
The name Bingera is thought to come from an old language. It is believed to be a word from the Kabi language. It means "bony bream," which is a type of fish.
Early Settlement and Schools
In 1887, a large area of land was set aside from the Bingera farming property. This land was then offered for people to start small farms. This happened on April 17, 1887.
A school called Bingera Provisional School opened its doors on March 6, 1893. Later, in 1909, it became Bingera State School. Then, in 1911, its name changed again to Bingera South State School. This school closed around December 1, 1965. The old school building was located on South Bingera Road. It is now just inside the area of a nearby place called Pine Creek.
Who Lives in South Bingera?
The number of people living in South Bingera has slowly grown over the years.
- In 2011, about 590 people lived here.
- By 2016, the population had grown to 661 people.
- In 2021, the most recent count showed 674 people living in South Bingera.
Learning Opportunities in South Bingera
While South Bingera doesn't have its own traditional schools, there are options for students.
Outdoor Education Site
Shalom Catholic College, which is based in Bundaberg West, has a large site in South Bingera. This area is 85 hectares (about 210 acres) in size. It is used for outdoor activities and learning about the environment.
Nearby Schools for Students
Students in South Bingera usually attend schools in neighboring areas.
- For primary school, the closest government schools are Branyan Road State School in Branyan. There is also Kolan South State School in South Kolan and Givelda State School in Givelda.
- For high school, the nearest government secondary school is Bundaberg State High School. It is located in Bundaberg South.
