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West End, Queensland (Townsville)

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Population
  
4,242 (2011 census)

State electorate(s)
  
Townsville

Postal code
  
4810

Lga
  
City of Townsville

Postcode(s)
  
4810

West End
  
Townsville City

Federal division
  
Division of Herbert

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West End is one of the older suburbs of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. In the 2011 census, West End had a population of 4,242 people.

Contents

Map of West End QLD 4810, Australia

Geography

West End is situated at the base of Castle Hill (the hill).

History

The first community cemetery is located in West End. A reflection of attitudes existing during the time it was in use, research has established that it was ethnically segregated. It has been reported that there are separate areas where, at least, Chinese and Aboriginal deceased were interred.

During World War 2, the massive Green Street bunker was used by the RAAF. It is now the State Emergency Service building.

Heritage listings

West End has a number of heritage-listed sites, including:

  • 5 Castling Street: Currajong (house)
  • Francis Street: West End Cemetery
  • Green Street: former RAAF Operations Building Site
  • 29 Ingham Road: Townsville West State School
  • 34 Ingham Road: St Mary's Church & Convent
  • 72-104 Ingham Road: Townsville Showground
  • 89 Ingham Road: West End Hotel
  • 95 Stagpole Street: Wolverton
  • References

    West End, Queensland (Townsville) Wikipedia