Mulgildie

Mulgildie
Queensland
Mulgildie
Coordinates 24°57′S 151°08′E / 24.950°S 151.133°ECoordinates: 24°57′S 151°08′E / 24.950°S 151.133°E
Population 114 (2006 census)[1]
Postcode(s) 4630
Location
  • 497 km (309 mi) N of Brisbane
  • 159 km (99 mi) W of Bundaberg
  • 106 km (66 mi) SE of Biloela, Queensland
  • 13 km (8 mi) SE of Monto, Queensland
LGA(s) North Burnett Region
State electorate(s) Callide
Federal Division(s) Flynn

Mulgildie /ˈmʌlɡɪldi/ is a town in Queensland, Australia. The town is located 497 kilometres (309 mi) from the state capital, Brisbane. At the 2006 census, Mulgildie had a population of 114.[1]

History

A Mulgildie receiving office opened in 1902 and closed in 1905. Mulgildie Post Office opened on 6 January 1925, was renamed Mulgeldie in September of that year, reverted to Mulgildie in 1945 and closed in 1991.[2]

In the centre of Mulgildie stands the sculpture of the Mulgildie Bunyip. Tourists are encouraged to visit the Bunyips watering hole approximately 10 minutes drive from Mulgildie. A place renowned for strange bubbling and churning waters and the subsequent disappearance of livestock.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Australian Bureau of Statistics (25 October 2007). "Mulgildie (Monto Shire) (State Suburb)". 2006 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 2007-10-25.
  2. ↑ Premier Postal History. "Post Office List". Premier Postal Auctions. Retrieved 10 May 2014.

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