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Boondooma

QLD 4613 • Queensland

70
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
821.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Boondooma

Boondooma is a rural locality in the South Burnett Region of Queensland, spread across an expansive 822 square kilometres of mixed farming and grazing country in the Burnett River district. Located within the South Burnett Regional Council area, it sits roughly 200 kilometres north-west of Brisbane and approximately 60 kilometres west of Kingaroy. With a 2021 Census population of 70 residents, Boondooma is one of Queensland's sparsely settled but historically significant pastoral localities.

The area is anchored by two major attractions: the heritage-listed Boondooma Homestead, established by the Lawson brothers and Robert Alexander in 1846 and one of Queensland's oldest surviving pastoral stations, and the Boondooma Dam on the Boyne River. The dam, built in 1983 to supply the Tarong Power Station, has become a popular inland camping and fishing destination, with golden perch, silver perch, and Australian bass fingerlings released annually. Caravan sites, cabins, a kiosk, and recreational facilities make the dam foreshore a drawcard for visitors across South East Queensland, bringing a welcome tourism dimension to this otherwise quiet rural locality.

Boondooma falls under postcode 4613 and is governed by the South Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4613
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
South Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.28°, 151.34°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
821.86 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4613

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4613 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$34,013
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$36,685

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4613; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • TransLink regional services — Kingaroy and South Burnett towns Very limited — car is the primary transport mode

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No direct train service; road journey via Kingaroy and the D'Aguilar Highway
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Kingaroy is the main regional centre; access via Kingaroy–Durong–Boondooma Road

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the nearest significant services are in Kingaroy, over an hour away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Proston State School
    94 Rodney Street
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
70
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the South Burnett Local Government Area, which contains Boondooma. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,039.6 / 100k
2yr Down 10.4% 10yr Up 78.5%
Motor vehicle theft
477.2 / 100k
2yr Up 12.8% 10yr Up 320.8%
Non-FV assault
985.6 / 100k
2yr Down 13.8% 10yr Up 133.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
17 / 100k
2yr Down 46.9% 10yr Up 456.0%
Steal from vehicle
383.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 86.7%
View all offence categories for South Burnett →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boondooma known for? +

Boondooma is best known for the heritage-listed Boondooma Homestead, one of Queensland's oldest surviving pastoral stations established in 1846, and the Boondooma Dam — a popular inland fishing and camping destination on the Boyne River stocked annually with golden perch, silver perch, and Australian bass.

How far is Boondooma from Brisbane? +

Boondooma is approximately 200 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, a drive of around 2.5 to 3 hours via the D'Aguilar Highway through Kingaroy.

Does Boondooma have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Boondooma, and bus services in the area are very limited. A private vehicle is the only practical means of transport for residents and visitors to this remote rural locality.

What is the population of Boondooma? +

According to the 2021 Census, Boondooma has a population of 70 residents across its vast 822 square kilometre area, reflecting its character as a sparse pastoral locality in Queensland's South Burnett Region.

Is Boondooma a good place to live? +

Boondooma suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with a connection to Queensland's pastoral heritage. The dam and homestead provide unique amenity, but residents rely on Kingaroy for schools, healthcare, and shopping, making it best suited to those comfortable with remote country living.

What is the postcode for Boondooma? +

The postcode for Boondooma is 4613, which is shared with other localities in the South Burnett Region including Durong and surrounding areas.

Is Boondooma a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Boondooma is part of the South Burnett LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.