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Goondi Bend

QLD 4860 • Queensland

570
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.46 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordableRetirees
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About Goondi Bend

Goondi Bend is a small locality on the southern fringe of Innisfail in Far North Queensland, situated within the Cassowary Coast Regional Council area. It covers approximately 2.5 square kilometres along a bend of the North Johnstone River, with a population of 570 recorded at the 2021 Census. The area is predominantly residential and rural-residential, adjacent to the sugarcane farming lands that dominate the Innisfail district's landscape. It sits within the federal electorate of Kennedy and the state electorate of Hill.

Goondi Bend residents benefit from proximity to Innisfail's town centre, located roughly 3 kilometres to the north, which offers supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and community services. The locality has a quiet, semi-rural character typical of the Cassowary Coast, with access to river flats and cane fields giving the area a relaxed agricultural feel. Nearby attractions include the Johnstone River for fishing and kayaking, the Paronella Park heritage site, and easy access to the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest. Goondi State School serves the immediate area, and the suburb suits families and retirees seeking an affordable lifestyle in tropical Queensland.

Goondi Bend falls under postcode 4860 and is governed by the Cassowary Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4860
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.52°, 145.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.46 km²
Population Density
231 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4860

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4860, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,610
Median 2023–24
$48,574
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,435

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4860; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Innisfail Railway Station
3.5 km
N/A – car or bus

Bus Services

  • Trans North regional buses — Innisfail / Cairns Innisfail: 10 min; Cairns: ~90 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
85 km
By Bus
~90-100 min via Trans North coach
By Car (Peak)
60-75 min via Bruce Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-65 min

🛣️ Most residents work locally in Innisfail (5 min drive). Cairns is the nearest major city at around 85 km.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited footpaths; a car is needed for most trips. Walking or cycling to Innisfail's town centre is possible along the highway but not comfortable.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
570
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Goondi Bend? +

Goondi Bend is a small locality adjacent to Innisfail in Far North Queensland, situated along the North Johnstone River about 85 kilometres south of Cairns. It is within the Cassowary Coast Regional Council area.

What schools are near Goondi Bend? +

Goondi State School is the local government primary school serving the Goondi Bend area. Innisfail's town centre, about 3 km away, also has Innisfail State School, Innisfail East State School, and Good Counsel College for secondary students.

What is Goondi Bend like to live in? +

Goondi Bend offers a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle close to Innisfail's services. The area is known for affordable housing, a relaxed tropical pace, and proximity to the Wet Tropics rainforest, Johnstone River, and attractions like Paronella Park.

How far is Goondi Bend from Cairns? +

Goondi Bend is approximately 85 kilometres south of Cairns, a drive of around 55–75 minutes via the Bruce Highway depending on traffic and conditions.

Is Goondi Bend a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Goondi Bend is part of the Cassowary Coast 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.

What is the population of Goondi Bend? +

Goondi Bend had a population of 570 at the 2021 Census.