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