Thulimbah, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Thulimbah Queensland
The Big Apple
Thulimbah Location in Queensland
Population	351 (2021 census)
• Density	26.19/km2 (67.8/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4376
Elevation	924 m (3,031 ft)
Area	13.4 km2 (5.2 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	206 km (128 mi) SW of Brisbane 49 km (30 mi) S of Warwick 13 km (8 mi) N of Stanthorpe
LGA(s)	Southern Downs Region
State electorate(s)	Southern Downs
Federal Division(s)	Maranoa
Localities around Thulimbah: Fleurbaix Cottonvale Cottonvale (NSW) Pozieres Thulimbah Maryland (NSW) Pozieres The Summit Maryland (NSW)

Thulimbah is a small country town in Queensland, Australia. It is located in the Southern Downs Region. In 2021, about 351 people lived in Thulimbah. The town is close to the border with New South Wales.

Where is Thulimbah?

Thulimbah is found in an area called the Darling Downs. The main road, the New England Highway, goes right through the town. It is about 206 kilometers (128 miles) southwest of Brisbane. Brisbane is the capital city of Queensland.

Thulimbah's Past

The name Thulimbah comes from an Aboriginal language. It means "place of water." This name was first used for the local railway station in 1883.

School History

Bentinck State School first opened its doors on September 28, 1914. It was later renamed Thulimbah State School on August 30, 1916. A preschool was added to the school in 1976.

A Confusing Name

Long ago, there was another place in Queensland also called Thulimbah. This caused a lot of confusion for people. To fix this, the other district was renamed Barney View in 1916. It was given this new name because it was located next to Mount Barney.

People of Thulimbah

In 2021, the population of Thulimbah was 351 people. The number of people living in the area changes over time. For example, in 2016, there were 319 people.

What Thulimbah Makes

Pink lady apples growing in an orchard in Thulimbah, 2015

Pressing apples at Suttons Juice Factory and Cidery in Thulimbah, 2015

Stanthorpe Cheese and Jersey Girls Cafe in Thulimbah, 2015

Thulimbah is well-known for growing many different kinds of fruit. Farmers here grow apples, pears, cherries, grapes, and oranges. Some of these fruits are eaten fresh, while others are used to make wine.

Local Food and Drink

There are many wineries in the area where you can taste local wines. Other local food businesses also offer tastings and have cafes. This means you can try fresh, local produce right where it's made.

Learning in Thulimbah

Thulimbah State School is the local primary school. It teaches students from Prep (the first year of school) to Year 6. Boys and girls attend this government school. In 2018, the school had 31 students. It also had 4 teachers and 5 other staff members.

Fun Things to See

One of the most famous sights in Thulimbah is the "Big Apple." This is a large, fun tourist attraction. It is part of Australia's big things, which are giant objects found across Australia.