Toomulla, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Toomulla Townsville, Queensland
Toomulla Location in Queensland
Population	193 (2021 census)
• Density	71.5/km2 (185/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4816
Area	2.7 km2 (1.0 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	11.5 km (7 mi) SE of Rollingstone 31.8 km (20 mi) NW of Deeragun 46.8 km (29 mi) NW of Townsville CBD 1,399 km (869 mi) NNW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	City of Townsville
State electorate(s)	Hinchinbrook
Federal Division(s)	Herbert
Localities around Toomulla: Clemant Coral Sea Coral Sea Clemant Toomulla Clemant Clemant Clemant Clemant

Toomulla is a small coastal town in Queensland, Australia. It is part of the City of Townsville. In 2021, about 193 people lived in Toomulla.

Where is Toomulla Located?

Toomulla is about 47 kilometers (29 miles) north-east of Townsville. It is a bit hidden, located about 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) north of the main Bruce Highway. This makes Toomulla feel more peaceful than nearby beach towns like Balgal Beach and Toolakea.

Toomulla's History

The town of Toomulla was officially named in 1956. The name Toomulla comes from an Aboriginal word. It means throwing stick and is from the Belyando River area.

How Many People Live in Toomulla?

The number of people living in Toomulla has changed over the years:

• In 2006, there were 141 people.
• In 2016, the population grew to 183 people.
• By 2021, there were 193 people living in Toomulla.

Schools Near Toomulla

There are no schools directly in Toomulla.

• For primary school, the closest option is Rollingstone State School. It is in Rollingstone, to the north-west.
• For high school, students usually go to Northern Beaches State High School. This school is in Deeragun, to the south-east.

Fun Things to Do in Toomulla

Toomulla is a great spot for outdoor activities.

• Many people enjoy fishing and watching birds here.
• There are special areas where you can set up camp.
• You can also find a boat ramp on Herald Street. This ramp lets boats get into Saltwater Creek. The Townsville City Council takes care of this boat ramp.