Whiteside, Queensland facts for kids
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North Pine Pumping Station, 2007
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 Whiteside
Location in Queensland
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| Population | 810 (2021 census) | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 52.6/km2 (136/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 4503 | ||||||||||||||
| Area | 15.4 km2 (5.9 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Moreton Bay | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Kurwongbah | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Dickson | ||||||||||||||
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Whiteside is a suburb located in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. It is a place where about 810 people live, according to the 2021 census.
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Where is Whiteside?
Whiteside is about 26 kilometers (16 miles) away from the center of Brisbane CBD. A main road called Brisbane–Woodford Road, also known as Dayboro Road, runs along its north-eastern edge.
A Look at Whiteside's Past
Early European Settlement
The story of European settlement in Whiteside began in 1843. Captain Francis Henry Griffin, often called Frank, was the first free settler to live on the land. His brothers, John and William, joined him soon after. In 1845, their parents, Jane and Gearbe Griffin, also arrived. Gearbe was in charge of the property.
The Griffin family started a large farm called Whiteside. It covered a huge area of about 28 square miles. They raised both cattle and sheep there. The farm stretched from the North Pine River all the way to the sea coast in the east. It went west to Terror's Creek (now Dayboro) and north towards the Caboolture River.
Challenges and Conflicts
During the early years of settlement, there were difficult times and conflicts. In 1847, there were reports of problems between the settlers and the local Aboriginal people. These issues sometimes led to violence. For example, some workers at a saw-pit were attacked in September 1847.
Old stories and records mention that some Aboriginal people died in the area around 1847. It was believed that this happened after they ate food that had been mixed with a harmful substance. This tragic event was said to be linked to earlier conflicts between the settlers and Aboriginal people.
Later, in 1866, a person named Edgar Foreman saw many old bones in the area. He heard that many Aboriginal people had died there from poisoning. These stories show the sad and challenging interactions that occurred during the early days of European settlement in Whiteside.
Who Lives in Whiteside?
Whiteside has grown over the years. Here's a look at its population:
- In 2011 census, there were 703 people living in Whiteside.
- By 2016 census, the population had grown to 753 people.
- In 2021 census, the population reached 810 people.
Most people in Whiteside, about 79.3%, were born in Australia in 2011. Other countries of birth included England (6.2%), New Zealand (2.7%), and Germany (1.6%). English is the main language spoken at home by 91.5% of residents.
Important Places in Whiteside
Whiteside has some special places that are protected because of their history. These are called heritage-listed sites:
- North Pine Presbyterian Church, located on Dayboro Road.
- North Pine Pumping Station, found near Lake Kurwongbah-Dayboro Road.
Schools in Whiteside
There are no schools directly within Whiteside. Children living here usually go to primary school in nearby Petrie. For high school, students typically attend schools in Bray Park.
