Tambo, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Tambo Queensland
Arthur Street, Tambo
Tambo Location in Queensland
Population	318 (2021 locality) 283 (2021 town)
• Density	0.5146/km2 (1.333/sq mi)
Established	1863
Postcode(s)	4478
Elevation	395 m (1,296 ft)
Area	617.9 km2 (238.6 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	102 km (63 mi) SE of Blackall 201 km (125 mi) N of Charleville 386 km (240 mi) NW of Roma 863 km (536 mi) NW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Blackall-Tambo Region
State electorate(s)	Gregory
Federal Division(s)	Maranoa
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall 29.0 °C 84 °F 12.6 °C 55 °F 535.7 mm 21.1 in
Localities around Tambo: Mount Enniskillen Windeyer Caldervale Macfarlane Tambo Caldervale Lansdowne Lansdowne Yandarlo

Tambo is a small town in Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Blackall-Tambo Region. The main jobs in Tambo are in cattle farming and tourism. Many old buildings from when the town first started are still there today. In 2021, about 318 people lived in the Tambo area, and 283 people lived in the town itself.

Geography

Tambo is located in Central West Queensland, Australia. It sits right on the banks of the Barcoo River. The town is about 101 kilometers (63 miles) southeast of Blackall. It is also about 862 kilometers (536 miles) northwest of Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland.

The Barcoo River flows through Tambo. The town is also close to the Grey Range. This range is part of the "Roof of Queensland" section of the Great Dividing Range.

The Landsborough Highway goes through Tambo. This highway is a major road that connects Brisbane to Darwin. Tambo is also linked to Springsure and Alpha by other roads.

History

The land where Tambo is located was originally home to several Aboriginal groups. These included the Wadjaling, Wadjalad, Wadjabangai, and Pitjara peoples.

The first European explorer to visit this area was Sir Thomas Mitchell in 1846. For about 15 years after that, the land was not used by Europeans. Then, in 1861, people started to claim land there.

The town was first started in 1863 and was called Carrangarra. This makes it the oldest town in western Queensland. Like many places in the west, sheep farming became very important for the economy. The town's name was changed to Tambo in 1868. The name Tambo comes from an Indigenous Australian word. It can mean "hidden place," "resting place," or "shady waters."

The first bank branch, the Queensland National Bank, opened in 1875. Tambo State School welcomed its first students on February 28, 1876.

St Mary's Catholic Church was built in 1886. A big storm destroyed it in 1955. A new church, Our Lady of Victories War Memorial Catholic Church, was built on the same spot and opened later that year. The Courthouse was built in 1888.

Tambo was the site of the first fatal accident for Qantas, an Australian airline. An Airco DH.9 plane crashed on March 24, 1927. Three people died when the plane stalled while trying to land.

The opening and dedication of St Michael's and All Angels' Anglican Church, 19 October 1952

St Michael's and All Angels Anglican Church first opened in 1912. It was a timber church. A cyclone completely destroyed it in 1938. A new church was finally built and opened in October 1952.

Until 2008, Tambo was the main town for the Shire of Tambo. In 2008, the Queensland Government combined many local government areas. The Shire of Tambo and the Shire of Blackall joined together. Now, Tambo is part of the Blackall-Tambo Region.

Tambo was cut off for eight days during the big Queensland floods of 2010-2011.

Population Information

Former Tambo Post Office, 2013

Former Tambo Court House (now library), 2013

Here's how the population of Tambo has changed over the years:

Important Historic Places

Tambo has several places that are listed for their historical importance. These are called heritage-listed sites. They include:

• The old Tambo Post Office on Arthur Street.
• The old Tambo Court House at 9 Arthur Street.

Economy

The main jobs in Tambo and the surrounding area are in grazing properties. This means raising sheep and cattle. There was also a sawmill in town that closed in 2011 but reopened in March 2018.

Education

Signage, Tambo State School, 2022

Tambo State School is a government school for students from early childhood up to Year 10. It is located at 20 Mitchell Street. In 2018, the school had 79 students.

There are no high schools in Tambo that go all the way to Year 12. Students who want to finish Year 11 and 12 can use distance education (learning from home) or go to a boarding school.

Town Facilities

The old Courthouse building on Arthur Street now holds the Tambo Visitor Information Centre. It also has the Tambo Library.

The Tambo branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association meets at the Royal Carrangarra Hotel.

Our Lady of Victories War Memorial Catholic Church is at 14 Star Street. St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church is on Arthur Street.

Media

People in Tambo can listen to several radio stations. These include 4VL, Classic Hits 4LG, West FM, ABC Western Queensland, and ABC Radio National.

Tambo also receives several TV channels. These include ABC Television and its sister channels. Also available are channels from the Seven Network, Nine Network, Network Ten, and the Special Broadcasting Service.

Attractions

Sample of the Tambo Teddies manufactured in Tambo

Tambo is well-known for its Tambo Teddy Workshop. Three local women started this workshop in 1992. They wanted to help the wool industry after years of drought made wool prices drop. These special teddy bears are made from local wool. In 2018, one of these teddies was given to Prince Harry and his wife Meghan when they visited Australia.

In 2018, a fun event called Ben's Chicken Racing started at The Royal Carrangarra Hotel. Chickens race, and it entertains people nightly from April to October. This event has brought many visitors to the town.

The "Tambo Heritage Trail" is a walking path that includes 17 important historical buildings in the town. Some of these include:

• The Post and Telegraph office building
• The old Tambo Post Office (from 1876)
• The Courthouse (from 1888)
• The Tambo Shire Hall
• The Tambo Teddies Workshop

Climate

The weather in Tambo changes a lot between summer and winter. In summer, temperatures can reach about 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit). In winter, they are around 21 degrees Celsius (70 degrees Fahrenheit). However, winter nights can often drop below freezing. Tambo gets about 531.1 millimeters (20.93 inches) of rain each year. Most of this rain falls between December and March.

Gallery

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  Tambo Educational Academy. 1905

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  Volk's Club Hotel, circa 1912

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  The Club Hotel, 2012

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  Tambo Public Library, previously Tambo Courthouse. Built in 1888

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  Tambo Post Office, built 1904

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  Tambo Post and Telegraph Office. Built 1876

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  Tambo Electronic Telegraph Office. Built 1885

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  Reg Barry's Memorial

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  Tambo Survey Marker

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  Tambo Shire Hall

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  Tambo Windmill

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  Royal Carrangarra Hotel

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  Tambo Teddies Workshop

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  Teddy Crossing Tambo

See also

In Spanish: Tambo (Queensland) para niños