27-772: Malanda Falls Conservation Park is located on the Malanda–Atherton Road, 1 km from Malanda, Queensland , on the Atherton Tableland , Australia . The Park protects a small tropical rainforest remnant. The Malanda Falls , on the North Johnstone River , tumble over an ancient lava flow which originated from the Mount Hypipamee area, 15 km away. 17°21′22″S 145°35′13″E / 17.356°S 145.587°E / -17.356; 145.587 This Far North Queensland geography article
54-543: A cascade of roughly 4 metres. The town's unofficial swimming pool lies at the bottom of the falls, as there is an established pool located near the primary school. The name 'Malanda', according to some sources, was the local Aboriginal word meaning 'waterfalls'. The Malanda–Atherton Road exits to the northwest, and the Millaa Millaa–Malanda Road exits to the south. Malanda formed part of Ngajanji territory. The name Malanda comes from Malanda Creek, and
81-444: A fruit-bearing plant Elaeagnus latifolia . It is a vine with a similar habit to Bougainvillea , somewhat sprawling all over the place. Millaa Millaa State School opened on 7 October 1918. It celebrated its centenary in 2018. The Post Office opened by 1919 (a receiving office had been open from 1914). Woolley's Road State School opened on 19 May 1919. In 1923 it was renamed Ellinjaa Road State School. It closed in 1949. It
108-615: A wealth of information about the early settlement of the Atherton tablelands. The Resource Centre is open Tuesday evenings 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm, and Thursday mornings, 9.00 am to noon. Despite the name, Malanda Wastewater Treatment Plant is at 228 English Road in neighbouring Kureen to the north ( 17°19′48″S 145°36′26″E / 17.3300°S 145.6071°E / -17.3300; 145.6071 ( Malanda Wastewater Treatment Plant ) ). Millaa Millaa, Queensland Download coordinates as: Millaa Millaa
135-524: A wide range of rainforest trees. The Peeramon Hotel is 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) to the east of the town, It was once a siding for the Tolga -Millaa Millaa railway. Today the solitary pub is the only reminder of a once-thriving town which was surveyed in 1907. The publican has a collection of antique telephones. The hotel suffered some serious damage from Cyclone Larry in March 2006. The Malanda Art Trail starts at
162-470: Is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Malanda, Queensland Download coordinates as: Malanda / m ə ˈ l æ n d ə / is a rural town and locality in the Tablelands Region , Queensland , Australia. In the 2021 census , the locality of Malanda had a population of 2,000 people. The economy is based upon agriculture (particularly dairy ) and tourism. Malanda
189-526: Is a rural town and locality in the Tablelands Region , Queensland , Australia. In the 2021 census , the locality of Millaa Millaa had a population of 523 people. Millaa Millaa is on the Atherton Tableland in Far North Queensland , approximately 60 kilometres (37 mi) west of Innisfail , north of Ravenshoe , and south of Malanda . The town is known for the Millaa Millaa Falls ,
216-470: Is believed to be an Aboriginal name for the Upper Johnstone River , with the suggested meaning little stream with big stones or running rivers . Malanda first developed in the 1900s after the discovery of tin and copper at Herberton saw a steady stream of miners and engineers moving over the mountains from the coast. In 1886, a decision was made to build a railway coming into the area but
243-546: Is on the Atherton Tableland in Far North Queensland , 85 kilometres (53 mi) from Cairns and 732 metres (2,402 ft) above sea level. The town is located downstream of the Malanda Falls on the North Johnstone River . The northern entrance to the town passes the Malanda Falls . In comparison to the gorges of the escarpment the falls were created by the last flow of lava from the Malanda Shield Volcano with
270-661: Is open Tuesday to Saturday. The Malanda branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association meets at the QCWA Hall at 3 Elizabeth Street. St James' Catholic Church is at 7 Monash Avenue. It is within the Malanda Parish of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Cairns . The Malanda Falls Conservation Park is just opposite the Malanda Falls . It offers a short walk through the rainforest and an opportunity to see
297-682: Is sold in the Northern Territory and as far north as Weipa , declared Malanda to be 'the headquarters for one of the largest and longest milk runs in the world'. The milk is also exported to Indonesia and Malaysia . Malanda Milk is now a part of Dairy Farmers , but with a shorter milk run, only as far south as Mackay and as far north as Darwin . Malanda State School is a government primary (Prep–6) school for boys and girls at 24 Mary Street ( 17°20′56″S 145°35′41″E / 17.3489°S 145.5946°E / -17.3489; 145.5946 ( Malanda State School ) ). In 2017,
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#1732854546184324-465: The 2006 census , the town of Malanda had a population of 1,009 people. In the 2011 census , the locality of Malanda had a population of 2,052 people. In the 2016 census , the locality of Malanda had a population of 1,985 people. In the 2021 census , the locality of Malanda had a population of 2,000 people. Malanda has a number of heritage-listed sites, including: Malanda produces milk and cheese. Local promoters, noting that Malanda milk
351-602: The Eacham Historical Society. It houses a comprehensive library of books pertaining to the history of North Queensland. These books are available for perusal and study at the centre by students and members of the general public. Books can be borrowed by members of the society. The Land Settlement Registers, which contain the names of all the first settlers in the Atherton Land Agent's District, are available for perusal and research. The handwritten registers contain
378-508: The Millaa Millaa lookout and rolling green meadows that enjoy high rainfall. The Millaa Millaa–Malanda Road exits to the northwest, Palmerston Highway to the southeast, and East Evelyn Road to the west. Millaa Millaa was built on the traditional lands of the Dyirbal . The name Millaa Millaa is probably a corruption of a Yindinji language term millai millai , probably referring to
405-528: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Cairns was established in 1959. Malanda State School opened on 4 August 1913. From 1949 until 1961, it also offered secondary education, until Malanda State High School opened on 23 January 1961. The first Malanda Show took place on 6–7 September 1916 on land belonging to James English, with 1000 people attending the show on the second day. The Malanda Library and Customer Service Centre building opened in 1990. In
432-512: The area. Both saw the district's dairy potential. English brought cattle from Kiama and the Richmond River areas in New South Wales and Emerson had a herd of 1,026 cattle overlanded from Lismore . They took 16 months to reach Malanda and only 560 survived the journey. Despite this arduous start the industry grew and by 1919 Malanda had its own butter factory. In 1973 this amalgamated with
459-656: The factory in Millaa Millaa to form the Atherton Tablelands Co-operative Dairy Association. In 1910, in response to a developing local industry, John Prince established a sawmill in Malanda. It was from this mill that the boards for the Malanda Hotel (built in 1911) were sawn. Malanda Post Office opened by January 1912 (a receiving office had been open from 1911). The Malanda parish of
486-546: The locality of Millaa Millaa had a population of 514 people. In the 2021 census , the locality of Millaa Millaa had a population of 523 people. Millaa Millaa has a number of heritage-listed sites, including Millaa Millaa Falls . Millaa Millaa State School is a government primary (Prep-6) school for boys and girls at 1 Beech Street on the corner with Palm Avenue ( 17°30′46″S 145°36′36″E / 17.5127°S 145.6101°E / -17.5127; 145.6101 ( Millaa Millaa State School ) ). In 2017,
513-517: The problems of construction outweighed its use. Over 3,412 kilometres (2,120 mi) of railway was installed into the region in the next six years. By 1890 the Tablelands railway line had reached Kuranda . It pushed on to Mareeba in 1893 and Atherton in 1903 and did not reach Malanda until 1911. The line closed in 1964. In 1908, James English (later the publican of the Malanda Hotel and father of Charles English ) and James Emerson both moved into
540-605: The school had an enrolment of 351 students with 23 teachers (21 full-time equivalent) and 17 non-teaching staff (11 full-time equivalent). In 2018, the school had an enrolment of 380 students with 26 teachers (24 full-time equivalent) and 18 non-teaching staff (12 full-time equivalent). It includes a special education program. Malanda State High School is a government secondary (7–12) school for boys and girls at Memorial Drive ( 17°21′32″S 145°35′36″E / 17.3590°S 145.5934°E / -17.3590; 145.5934 ( Malanda State High School ) ). In 2017,
567-483: The school had an enrolment of 368 students with 34 teachers (33 full-time equivalent) and 25 non-teaching staff (18 full-time equivalent). In 2018, the school had an enrolment of 418 students with 38 teachers (37 full-time equivalent) and 29 non-teaching staff (20 full-time equivalent). It includes a special education program. Tablelands Regional Council operates the Malanda Library at 31 James Street, Malanda. It
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#1732854546184594-655: The school had an enrolment of 75 students with 6 teachers (5 full-time equivalent) and 7 non-teaching staff (5 full-time equivalent). It includes a special education program. There is no secondary school in Millaa Millaa. The nearest secondary schools are in Malanda and Ravenshoe . Tablelands Regional Council operates Millaa Millaa Library at 10 Main Street ( 17°30′43″S 145°36′49″E / 17.5119°S 145.6137°E / -17.5119; 145.6137 ( Millaa Millaa library ) ). The Millaa Millaa branch of
621-482: The theme of the central mosaic. Mosaics were made by former resident Felicity Wallis. It is possible to swim with platypus at the base of Malanda Falls. The North Johnstone River is free of crocodiles. Tree-kangaroos have been seen crossing the road over the top of Malanda Falls. The Majestic Theatre is said to be the oldest continually-operating cinema in Australia and has potato-sack seating on 14 December 1929 it
648-559: The town library. Nine vibrant artworks commemorate the rich history of Malanda's community – the Original Inhabitants, Hardships and Struggles, Transport, Commerce, Recollections, Early Settlers, the Dairy Industry, Recreation and Looking Ahead. Close study of the individual mosaics (each of which contains a blue butterfly) reveals many details camouflaged in the intricate designs, and the handmade ceramic border tiles tell more about
675-531: Was at Ellinjaa Road at approx 17°28′59″S 145°39′28″E / 17.4830°S 145.6577°E / -17.4830; 145.6577 ( Ellinjaa State School ) . Innisfail Road State School (via Millaa Millaa) opened on 1924 and closed circa 1926. Millaa Millaa butter factory opened on 1 May 1930 by James Kenny , Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly for Cook . On Sunday 26 September 1937 St Rita's Catholic Church
702-542: Was dedicated by Fred Browning, Superintendent of the Atherton Ambulance centre. Mr. Browning produced, stage managed and performed in the opening concert. The Malanda Hotel has a grand ballroom and staircase and is claimed to be the largest wooden structure in Australia. The Historical Resource Centre in Elizabeth Street is the meeting room and archival repository for all printed and photographic collections of
729-479: Was officially opened and blessed by Bishop John Heavey . At the end of 1945, the Middlebrook Road State School in neighbouring Middlebrook closed and its school building was relocated to Millaa Millaa State School and a bus service was provided to transport the students from Middlebrook to Millaa Millaa to attend school each day. Millaa Millaa Library opened in 2002. In the 2016 census ,
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