Human Geography
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 250,000 |
| 1922 | 779,000 |
| 1952 | 1,259,500 |
| 1992 | 3,030,000 |
| 2001 | 3,655,139 |
| 2003 | 3,774,292 |
| 2005 | 3,963,968 |
| 2007 | 4,196,000 |
| 2009 | 4,450,418 |
The east coast of Australia, including what is now known as Queensland was first explored by James Cook but for thousands of years before it was occupied by Indigenous Australians. The capital of Queensland is Brisbane. Queensland uses the Australian Eastern Standard Time Zone, but does not adjust in summer for daylight saving. Mining and agriculture, particularly sugar cane harvesting, are the state's main industries.
The Great Artesian Basin is an important water source for the state. Through the drilling of bores it has allowed a sheep and cattle industry to thrive in the arid Mitchell grass, Mulga and Spinifex plains in western and central regions. Significant man-made features include the Dingo Fence, an extensive rail network and numerous highways.
See also: Economy of QueenslandRead more about this topic: Geography Of Queensland
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