Goolman, Queensland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids GoolmanCity of Ipswich, Queensland |
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Information display at Hardings Paddock Picnic Area, 2015
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Population | 42 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
• Density | 1.918/km2 (4.97/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
Postcode(s) | 4306 | ||||||||||||||
Area | 21.9 km2 (8.5 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
Time zone | AEST (UTC+10:00) | ||||||||||||||
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LGA(s) | City of Ipswich | ||||||||||||||
State electorate(s) | Scenic Rim | ||||||||||||||
Federal Division(s) | Blair | ||||||||||||||
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Goolman is a rural locality in the City of Ipswich, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, Goolman had a population of 42 people.
History
The locality name Goolman comes from nearby Mount Goolman, which in turn derives its name from stone axe in the Yuggera language. Goolman was a stop along the Dugandan railway line.
Nature reserve
The Flinders - Goolman Conservation Estate covers 1,900 hectares and includes several peaks including Flinders Peak, Mount Goolman, Mount Blain and Mount Cathrine. Hardings Paddocks Picnic Area is located in Goolman. It includes horse riding facilities, walking tracks and a camping area.
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