West End, Queensland (Townsville)

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.GeographyWest End is situated at the base of Castle Hill (the hill).HistoryThe 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 listingsWest 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