Sarina is a historical town located in the Mackay region of Queensland, Australia. Sarina can trace its European history back to 1882 and even further through the Wiri, Barada Barna Kabalbara and Yetimarla, Yuibera, Birri-Gubba and Kungalburra peoples who all have strong associations with the Sarina area. The Aboriginal language name for the Sarina/Plane Creek area is ‘Ilbilbie’.
Built on Yuwibara Country, Plane Creek Provisional School opened the doors to students on August 5, 1897. 15 years later, in 1912, this school became known as Sarina State School. In 1956, a secondary department was established which was maintained until the end of 1964 after which a separate High School was established. Today, Sarina State School educates students enrolled in Prep to Year 6 with most students transitioning to Sarina State High School.
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