Derri Derra
QLD 4626 • Queensland
About Derri Derra
Derri Derra is a small rural locality in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, situated where the Auburn, Boyne, and Burnett rivers converge in a fertile riverine landscape approximately 80 kilometres north-west of Gayndah. With a population of around 115 people, the locality covers a significant area of grazing and agricultural land bounded by three rivers — the Burnett River to the north, the Auburn River to the west, and the Boyne River to the east. The name 'Derri Derra' is of Aboriginal origin, reflecting the deep Indigenous heritage of the region.
Life in Derri Derra revolves around agriculture, cattle grazing, and the strong rural community ties of the North Burnett district. The confluence of three rivers provides both a scenic landscape and a resource for local farming enterprises. Residents access everyday services in Gayndah, the nearest town and commercial centre of the area, known as the 'Citrus Capital of Queensland'. The broader North Burnett Region offers a relaxed, affordable rural lifestyle rich in agricultural heritage.
Derri Derra falls under postcode 4626 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 4626
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4626, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4626; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Car essential; accessed via Burnett Highway; Gayndah is the nearest town ~80 km away
Remote rural locality; no footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Monogorilby Road
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1138 Durong Road
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57 Bunce Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the North Burnett Local Government Area, which contains Derri Derra. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.