South Townsville, Queensland

South Townsville
Townsville, Queensland
Population 2,138 (2011 census)[1]
Postcode(s) 4810
LGA(s) City of Townsville
State electorate(s) Townsville
Federal Division(s) Herbert
Suburbs around South Townsville:
Townsville City Coral Sea Coral Sea
Townsville City South Townsville Coral Sea
Railway Estate Stuart Coral Sea

South Townsville is a suburb of the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia.[2] In the 2011 census, South Townsville had a population of 2,138 people.[1]

Geography

South Townsville located on the banks of Ross Creek, adjacent to the Townsville CBD. Predominantly residential, it also is an important commercial and industrial hub of the city. The suburb is also a continuation to the Townsville CBD, serving as an accommodation and nightlife centre for the locals. The Palmer Street area of the suburb is known locally for its restaurants, hotels and its atmosphere. The suburb is also home to both the Port of Townsville and Queensland Rail's North Rail Yards.

Heritage listings

South Townsville has a number of heritage-listed sites, including:

External links

References

  1. 1 2 Australian Bureau of Statistics (31 October 2012). "South Townsville". 2011 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 18 January 2016.
  2. "South Townsville (entry 49635)". Queensland Place Names. Queensland Government. Retrieved 18 January 2016.
  3. "Victoria Park Hotel (entry 600882)". Queensland Heritage Register. Queensland Heritage Council. Retrieved 16 July 2013.
  4. "St John's Anglican Church Precinct (entry 600880)". Queensland Heritage Register. Queensland Heritage Council. Retrieved 16 July 2013.

Coordinates: 19°16′S 146°50′E / 19.267°S 146.833°E / -19.267; 146.833


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