Yungaburra facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Yungaburra Queensland
St Patrick's Catholic Church (built 1914)
Yungaburra Location in Queensland
Population	1,272 (2021 census)
• Density	74.82/km2 (193.8/sq mi)
Established	1886
Postcode(s)	4884
Elevation	750 m (2,461 ft)
Area	17.0 km2 (6.6 sq mi)
Time zone	AEST (UTC+10:00)
Location	12.7 km (8 mi) N of Malanda 30.0 km (19 mi) E of Atherton 67.3 km (42 mi) SW of Cairns 1,678 km (1,043 mi) NNW of Brisbane
LGA(s)	Tablelands Region
State electorate(s)	Hill
Federal Division(s)	Kennedy
Mean max temp Mean min temp Annual rainfall 27.7 °C 82 °F 10.4 °C 51 °F 1,274 mm 50.2 in
Localities around Yungaburra: East Barron Lake Tinaroo Barrine East Barron Yungaburra Lake Barrine East Barron Peeramon Lake Eacham

Yungaburra is a small town in the Tablelands Region of Queensland, Australia. It's known for its beautiful natural surroundings and rich history. In 2021 census, about 1,272 people lived in Yungaburra.

Exploring Yungaburra's Landscape

The land around Yungaburra was formed by volcanoes over thousands of years. The last eruptions happened about 10,000 years ago. This volcanic activity created some amazing natural features you can see today.

Volcanic Wonders and Waterways

• Seven Sisters and Mount Quincan are old volcanic cones.
• Lake Eacham (Yidyam) and Lake Barrine are lakes that formed inside volcanic craters.
• Mount Hypipamee Crater is a special type of volcanic crater called a diatreme.
• Tinaroo Dam is a large dam built by people.
• The Tinaburra Dam even has an old cricket pitch at its bottom! This is because the original town was once located there.

Yungaburra's Past

Before European settlers arrived, the Yungaburra area was home to many different Indigenous groups. The main groups were the Yidinji people and the nearby Ngajanji people.

Early Days and Settlement

In the early 1880s, the area called Allumbah Pocket was a resting spot for miners. They were traveling west from the coast. In 1886, the land was officially mapped out. Settlers began to move into the area in 1891.

How Yungaburra Got Its Name

The railway came to the town in 1910. To avoid confusion with another town named Allumbah, the town was renamed Yungaburra. The name "Yungaburra" comes from "Janggaburra." This is a word from the Yindiny language for the Queensland silver ash tree (Flindersia bourjotiana).

Impact on Indigenous People

By 1911, the number of Indigenous people in the area had greatly decreased. This was due to new diseases, conflicts with settlers, and losing their traditional lands.

Surviving Cyclone Larry

In 2006, a very strong storm called Cyclone Larry hit the Atherton Tableland region. It was a Category 4 cyclone. Many buildings in Yungaburra are very old and important. Only a few of them, like the community hall and police station, had serious roof damage. The town was quickly repaired, and you can hardly see any signs of the cyclone today.

People of Yungaburra

Yungaburra has grown over the years. Here's how its population has changed:

• In 2006 census, there were 932 people.
• In 2011 census, the population grew to 1,116 people.
• In 2016 census, there were 1,239 people.
• In 2021 census, the population reached 1,272 people.

Historic Places to See

Yungaburra has many buildings and sites that are listed as heritage-listed. This means they are important parts of history and are protected. Some of these include:

• Bank of New South Wales
• Yungaburra Court House
• Yungaburra Post Office
• Williams' House
• Yungaburra Community Centre
• Barber's Shop
• Curtain Fig Tree
• St Marks Anglican Church
• Cairns Plywood Pty Ltd Sawmill Complex
• Eden House Restaurant
• Butchers Shop
• Lake Eacham Hotel
• St Patricks Catholic Church
• The Afghanistan Avenue of Honour, located on the shores of Lake Tinaroo.

Life in Yungaburra

Today, Yungaburra's main industry is tourism. The town has a primary school, a post office, and a library. You'll also find many shops and services for both locals and visitors.

Fun Things to Do

• There are tennis courts and a bowling club.
• Yungaburra has 18 heritage-listed buildings. It's the largest National Trust village in Queensland!
• The Yungaburra Markets are held on the fourth Saturday of each month. They are one of the biggest markets in Far North Queensland.
• Every year around October, Yungaburra hosts the two-day Yungaburra Folk Festival. It features concerts by Australian and sometimes international folk musicians.
• There's a war memorial dedicated to soldiers, opened in 2013.
• You can enjoy walking tracks around town, including Peterson's Creek.
• The Queensland Country Women's Association (QCWA) has a branch in Yungaburra.
• Our Lady of Consolation and St Patrick's Catholic Church is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Cairns.

Learning in Yungaburra

Yungaburra State School is a primary school for students from Prep to Year 6. In 2018, about 224 students attended the school.

There isn't a high school in Yungaburra. Older students usually go to Atherton State High School in Atherton or Malanda State High School in Malanda.

Visiting Yungaburra

Yungaburra is a great place for visitors who love nature and history.

Peterson's Creek and Platypus Spotting

Allumbah Pocket is a nice picnic area along Peterson's Creek. It's the starting point for several walking tracks. You can walk to Frawley's Pool, a popular swimming spot. Further along, you'll find Yungaburra's historic train bridge. In the other direction, there's a special viewing deck where you might spot a platypus! These walks are easy and fun for everyone.

Lake Tinaroo Adventures

Yungaburra is close to Lake Tinaroo. This lake is popular for many water activities like fishing, canoeing, sailing, swimming, water-skiing, and camping. Other towns where you can access Lake Tinaroo include Kairi and Tinaroo.

Famous Trees and Crater Lakes

• The Curtain Fig Tree is just outside Yungaburra. It's a giant rainforest fig tree with roots that hang down like curtains. There's a short boardwalk around it.
• Lake Barrine and Lake Eacham are beautiful crater lakes. They were formed by ancient volcanoes. Lake Eacham is great for swimming. Lake Barrine has a teahouse and gift shop, and you can take boat cruises around the lake. Both lakes have walking tracks around them. Lake Barrine's track is about 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) long, and Lake Eacham's is about 3 kilometers (1.9 miles).

Notable People from Yungaburra

Some well-known people who have lived in Yungaburra include:

• George Alfred Duffy (1887–1941), who was a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland.
• Jim Petrich, a businessman known for his leadership in the grazing industry.
• Edward Stratten Williams (1921–1999), who was a judge of the Supreme Court of Queensland.

Images for kids

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  Curtain Fig Tree

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  Lake Eacham Hotel