Wyreema, Queensland


Wyreema is a town and a locality in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, Australia. At the, Wyreema had a population of 1,834.

Geography

Toowoomba Karara Road passes through the locality and town from north to south, and Umbiram Road / Newman Road runs from west to east.

History

The town takes its name from the railway station, on the Southern railway line, the origins of that name are unclear but it's not believed to be an Aboriginal name.
A suburban rail motor service from Toowoomba commenced in May 1917. It was extended south to Cambooya and north to Willowburn in 1918. These services ceased around 1923.

Facilities

Library services in Wyreema are provided by the Toowoomba Regional Council's mobile library service. The van visits Wyreema State School every Friday.

Education

Wyreema State School is located on High Street, Wyreema. It caters for students from Prep to Year 6. The school opened its doors 21 February 1895.