Turkey Beach, Queensland facts for kids
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 Turkey Beach
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 148 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 49.3/km2 (128/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4678 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 3.0 km2 (1.2 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Gladstone Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Burnett | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Flynn | ||||||||||||||
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Turkey Beach is a small, friendly coastal town in Queensland, Australia. It's part of the Gladstone Region. In 2021, about 148 people lived here, making it a quiet and peaceful place.
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Where is Turkey Beach?
Turkey Beach is right on the coast. It sits on a piece of land that sticks out into a calm area called Rodds Bay. A road called Turkey Beach Road connects the town to the main Bruce Highway. This highway helps people travel to and from the town.
A Look Back in Time
Turkey Beach officially became a town on November 1, 1968. The name "Turkey" comes from a type of bird called a bush turkey. Captain Cook's crew saw and shot these birds in 1770 when they explored the area on their ship, the HMS Endeavour. There was also a place nearby called Turkey Station, which existed since at least 1875.
Before 2008, Turkey Beach was part of a local government area called the Shire of Miriam Vale. Then, it joined with other areas to become part of the Gladstone Region.
Remembering History: The Cenotaph
In April 2012, a special war memorial called the Turkey Beach Cenotaph was opened. It was used later that month for its first Anzac Day services. Anzac Day is a very important day in Australia and New Zealand. It remembers all the soldiers who served and died in wars. A Vietnam War veteran named Ron Jenson worked for 12 years to make sure this cenotaph was built.
Who Lives in Turkey Beach?
The number of people living in Turkey Beach changes over time.
- In 2006, there were 133 people.
- In 2016, the population grew to 183 people.
- By 2021, it was 148 people.
Learning and Schools
There are no schools directly in Turkey Beach. Kids usually go to school in nearby towns.
- The closest primary school is Bororen State School, which is to the south-west.
- For high school, students can go to Miriam Vale State School (up to Year 10) in Miriam Vale.
- Another option for high school (up to Year 12) is Tannum Sands State High School in Tannum Sands.
What Can You Do in Turkey Beach?
Turkey Beach has some good facilities for visitors and locals. You can find places to stay, but camping is not allowed right in the town. The town is also well-connected to other popular tourist spots like 1770 and Agnes Water. These towns are known as the "Discovery Coast" tourist hubs.
Boating and Swimming
If you love being on the water, Turkey Beach has a boat ramp. It's located at Hancock Street and has a floating walkway. This makes it easy to launch boats into Rodds Harbour. The Gladstone Regional Council looks after this boat ramp. There's also a safe swimming area north of the boat ramp, perfect for a dip on a warm day.
Things to See
The Turkey Beach Cenotaph is a special place to visit. It's a war memorial located on The Esplanade, right at the northern tip of the peninsula. It's a quiet spot for reflection and remembering history.
