Yimbun, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Yimbun Queensland
Yimbun Location in Queensland
Population	30 (2021 census)
• Density	3.9/km2 (10/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4313
Area	7.6 km2 (2.9 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	25.4 km (16 mi) N of Esk 125 km (78 mi) NW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Somerset Region
State electorate(s)	Nanango
Federal Division(s)	Blair
Suburbs around Yimbun: Harlin Harlin Gregors Creek Ivory Creek Yimbun Braemore Ivory Creek Ivory Creek Braemore

Yimbun is a small country area, also known as a locality, located in the Somerset Region of Queensland, Australia. It's a quiet place where most of the land is used for farming. In 2021, about 30 people lived in Yimbun.

What is Yimbun Like?

Yimbun is mostly made up of farms and open land. You won't find big cities or lots of buildings here. It's a peaceful rural area.

Roads and Railways

A main road called the Brisbane Valley Highway runs right through Yimbun, going from north to south. This highway helps people travel to and from the area.

There used to be a train track, the Brisbane Valley railway line, that also went through Yimbun. However, this railway line is not used anymore.

How Did Yimbun Get Its Name?

The name Yimbun comes from the old Yimbun train station. It's a special word from the Dunibara language, which is part of the Waka language family. In this language, "Yimbun" means bullrush, which is a type of tall plant that grows in wet places.

Past Names of Yimbun

Before it was called Yimbun, this area had a couple of other names. For a short time, from 1904 to 1906, it was known as Moorabool. Then, from 1906 to 1914, it was called Kannangur. Finally, it became Yimbun.

How Many People Live in Yimbun?

The number of people living in Yimbun is counted every few years.

• In 2016, there were 33 people living in Yimbun.
• By 2021, the population had changed slightly to 30 people.