Victory Heights, Queensland facts for kids
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 Victory Heights
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 486 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 95.3/km2 (247/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4570 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 104 m (341 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 5.1 km2 (2.0 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | Gympie Region | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Gympie | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Wide Bay | ||||||||||||||
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Victory Heights is a quiet place in the Gympie Region of Queensland, Australia. It is a rural residential area. This means people live on larger blocks of land, often with a country feel. In 2021 census, 486 people called Victory Heights home.
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About Victory Heights
Victory Heights is a small community. It offers a mix of country living and easy access to nearby towns. It is known for its peaceful environment.
Where is Victory Heights?
Victory Heights is about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) north-east of Gympie. A main road, Cootharaba Road / Tin Can Bay Road, goes through the area. The North Coast railway line also runs through Victory Heights. You can find the Gympie North railway station in the north-west part of the area.
Most of the land in Victory Heights is used for homes with large yards. Some parts are also used for grazing animals.
A Look Back in Time
Victory Heights has an interesting past. During World War I, this area was used for a special defense. It helped protect railway lines. The name "Victory Heights" was officially given to the area on January 30, 1988. This was decided by the Governor of Council.
Who Lives Here?
The number of people living in Victory Heights changes over time.
- In 2006 census, there were 394 people.
- By 2016 census, the population grew to 555 people.
- In the most recent 2021 census, 486 people lived in Victory Heights.
What Happens Here?
One of the businesses in Victory Heights is Robertson Brothers Sawmills. It is located at 30 Old Wolvi Road. Sawmills are places where logs are cut into timber.
Learning and Schools
Students in Victory Heights go to schools in nearby areas.
- The closest government primary schools are Gympie West State School and One Mile State School, both in Gympie.
- Gympie East State School in Greens Creek is also nearby.
- For high school, the closest government option is Gympie State High School in Gympie.
