Australia is an exciting place to visit full of one of a kind creatures and true adventure. If you have ever traveled into the country, you have probably visited the capital city of Queensland, but even though this is the most popular area, the outlying cities are growing in popularity as well. One of the most popular smaller cities is known as Toowoomba. The city plays host to many carnivals and festivals throughout the year and has become a draw to many tourists as well as loved by the locals.
Demographics
The last census in Toowoomba was done in 2011, so it has certainly grown in the past few years. According to the census the overall population in 2011 was 151,188. With the current growth rate for the city, the total population currently is estimated to be 164,469. According to the population breakdown in 2011, …show more content…
Not only do the residents of Toowoomba enjoy an excellent standard school system, education continues long after secondary school graduation. From 2006 to 2016 the expansion of ongoing education projects in Toowoomba added 35% more value to the economy of the city. The actual numbers indicate that these projects produced $628 million more revenue for the city. The efforts produced 17% more jobs during that period putting 1,152 more people to work within Toowoomba alone. The increased productivity within the city produced 105% added exports from Toowoomba.
Religion
Religion is a large part of any city. Even those that do not practice a standard faith do tend to identify with one or more religions. The most popular religion in Toowoomba is Roman Catholic. 20.1% of the population identifies as Roman Catholic with Anglican as a close second at 19%. Christianity makes up 5.9% of the population and Presbyterian is standing at 4.6%. Lutheran and Baptists make up 3.7% and 4% with other religions of Buddhism - .8%, Islam – 1%, and Hinduism -