Tieri facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Tieri Queensland
Tieri streetscape, September 2016
Tieri Location in Queensland
Population	732 (2021 census)
• Density	63.7/km2 (165/sq mi)
Established	1983
Postcode(s)	4709
Area	11.5 km2 (4.4 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	36.1 km (22 mi) E of Capella 87.5 km (54 mi) NE of Emerald 307 km (191 mi) WNW of Rockhampton 919 km (571 mi) NW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Central Highlands Region
State electorate(s)	Gregory
Federal Division(s)	Capricornia
Localities around Tieri: Lilyvale Lilyvale Lilyvale Lilyvale Tieri Lilyvale Lilyvale Lilyvale Lilyvale

Tieri is a small mining town and rural area in the Central Highlands Region, Queensland, Australia. It was started in 1983. The town helps support the local coal mines, much like nearby towns such as Middlemount and Dysart.

In 2021, about 732 people lived in Tieri.

Where is Tieri Located?

Tieri is like a small island surrounded by the larger area of Lilyvale. Several important coal mines are located very close to Tieri. These include the German Creek mine, the Oaky Creek Coal No.1 & North mines, and the Gregory Crinum mine.

A Look at Tieri's History

Plaque celebrating the Tieri Library opening in 1991

Tieri has a relatively short but interesting history. The first school in the area, Oaky Creek Mine State School, opened on January 30, 1979. It later closed on September 10, 1982. A new school, Tieri State School, opened soon after on January 24, 1983.

The Tieri Library, a place for books and learning, first opened its doors on October 4, 1991. Later, in 1994, the Tieri War Memorial was officially revealed to honor those who served.

Who Lives in Tieri?

The number of people living in Tieri has changed over the years. In 2011, the town had a population of 2,012 people. By 2016, this number was 1,129. The most recent count in 2021 showed that 732 people lived in Tieri.

Important Places in Tieri

The Tieri War Memorial in 2006

Tieri has a few special places that are listed for their historical importance. These are called heritage-listed sites. One of these important sites is the Tieri War Memorial, located on Talagai Avenue. It is a place to remember and honor people who served in wars.

Education in Tieri

The Tieri State School building in 2020

Tieri State School is a government primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. It is located at 1 Bottlebrush Lane. In 2018, the school had 95 students. The school's motto is "Strive for Success," encouraging students to always do their best.

There are no high schools in Tieri itself. Students who want to go to secondary school usually attend Capella State High School in Capella, which is the closest government high school.

What Can You Do in Tieri?

The Tieri Library in 2018

When Tieri was first built, there weren't many facilities. Early residents remember a time with no shops and a bank that only visited once a week. Today, Tieri has a good range of shops for a mining town.

If you love outdoor adventures, Tieri has bush trails perfect for mountain bikes, quad bikes, and dirt bikes. If you're looking for a special motocross track, the nearest one is about 40 kilometers away in Middlemount.

Inside the Tieri Library in 2018

The Central Highlands Regional Council runs the Tieri Library. You can find it at the corner of Grasstree and Anncrouye Streets. It's a great place to borrow books and learn new things.

Famous People from Tieri

Did you know that a famous soccer player, Mitchell Langerak, grew up in Tieri? He used to be a goalkeeper for the German team Borussia Dortmund.