Mulgildie Queensland |
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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) |
Postcode(s) | 4630 |
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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.
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.
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.