Currajong, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids CurrajongTownsville, Queensland |
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View of Warrina Park from Hammett Street
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Population | 2,548 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
• Density | 1,213/km2 (3,140/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
Postcode(s) | 4812 | ||||||||||||||
Area | 2.1 km2 (0.8 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
LGA(s) | City of Townsville | ||||||||||||||
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Federal Division(s) | Herbert | ||||||||||||||
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Currajong is a suburb in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, Currajong had a population of 2,548 people.
History
The name Currajong is believed to be derived from the name of a residence in Stagpole Street, West End, owned by Edward Hunt. In about 1888 Hunt planted currajong trees in the grounds.
Currajong State School opened on 28 June 1954.
The Marian School opened in 1988.
Education
Marian Catholic School is a Catholic primary (Prep-6) school for boys and girls at 140 Corcoran Street (19°16′38″S 146°46′54″E / 19.2772°S 146.7816°E). In 2018, the school had an enrolment of 372 students with 24 teachers (19 full-time equivalent) and 20 non-teaching staff (11 full-time equivalent).
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