Taylors Beach, Queensland facts for kids
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 Taylors Beach
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 297 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 8.973/km2 (23.24/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4850 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 33.1 km2 (12.8 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Shire of Hinchinbrook | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Hinchinbrook | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Kennedy | ||||||||||||||
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Taylors Beach is a small town right by the ocean in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the Shire of Hinchinbrook area. The town gets its name from the beautiful beach it sits on. In 2021, about 297 people lived there.
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Exploring Taylors Beach
Where is Taylors Beach?
Taylors Beach is about 18 kilometers (11 miles) east of a town called Ingham. It's right next to the Coral Sea on its eastern side. This means it has long, sandy beaches!
Natural Features
The town is split into two parts, north and south. This split happens where Victoria Creek flows into the Coral Sea. The southern part has a long sandy strip of land. This strip helps protect the beaches in the northern part. Most of Taylors Beach is natural and undeveloped. There is some farming in the northern area.
A Look Back in Time
How Taylors Beach Got Its Name
Taylors Beach used to be called Cassady. It was named after Francis Andrew O'Connor Cassady. He was the mayor of Townsville several times around the late 1800s and early 1900s.
But on October 1, 1969, the town's name was changed to Taylors Beach. The old name, Cassady, is still used for a small beach community nearby. This community is called Cassady Beach and is part of Forrest Beach.
Who Lives Here?
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Taylors Beach has changed a bit over the years:
- In 2011, there were 351 people.
- In 2016, the population was 318 people.
- In 2021, about 297 people lived in Taylors Beach.
Learning and Fun
Schools Near Taylors Beach
There are no schools right in Taylors Beach. Kids usually go to school in nearby towns. The closest primary school is Halifax State School. It's in Halifax, to the north-west. For high school, students go to Ingham State High School. This school is in Ingham, to the west.
Things to Do in Taylors Beach
Taylors Beach is a great spot for people who love the water! It's very popular for:
- Boating: There's a special boat ramp with two lanes. It goes right into the estuary of Victoria Creek. This makes it easy to launch boats.
- Fishing: Many people enjoy fishing here. The estuary and the Coral Sea offer good fishing spots.
