Toolburra, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids ToolburraQueensland |
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Assmanshausen Winery residence, as seen from Sandy Creek Road, Toolburra, 2015
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 Toolburra
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 56 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 5.00/km2 (12.9/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4370 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 11.2 km2 (4.3 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Southern Downs Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Southern Downs | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Maranoa | ||||||||||||||
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Toolburra is a small, quiet area in the countryside of Queensland, Australia. It's located in the Southern Downs Region. In 2021, only 56 people lived there, making it a very peaceful place.
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What Toolburra Looks Like
Toolburra is mostly farmland, with very few buildings or towns. It's a place where crops are grown and animals are raised.
Rivers and Creeks
The Condamine River flows through Toolburra. It forms some of the borders of the area. A smaller stream called Splityard Creek joins the Condamine River right in the middle of Toolburra.
Roads and Railways
The Warwick-Allora Road goes through Toolburra. It helps mark some of the area's boundaries. The Southern railway line runs next to this road. There is a train station called Toolburra railway station on this line. However, no passenger trains stop there anymore.
A Look Back in Time
The name Toolburra comes from a large farming area from 1840. People believe the name comes from the Gidabal language. It might mean "tree people," "land with a group of trees," or "spears being thrown."
Old School Days
A school called Toolburra South State School opened on June 2, 1879. Later, in 1924, its name changed to Greymare State School. This school closed its doors in 1966.
Who Lives in Toolburra?
In 2016, 42 people lived in Toolburra. By 2021, the population grew a little to 56 people.
Special Places in Toolburra
Some places in Toolburra are considered important because of their history. These are called heritage-listed sites.
- Serisier Road: Assmanshausen Winery is one of these special places. It's a historic winery.
