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Gundiah

QLD 4650 • Queensland

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
55.55 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricPeacefulAgricultural
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About Gundiah

Gundiah is a small rural town and locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, situated approximately 40 kilometres north-west of Maryborough and 215 kilometres north of Brisbane by road. The locality falls within the Fraser Coast Regional Council, with the Mary River forming its western boundary. With a 2021 Census population of 89 residents — a significant decline from 384 in 2006 — Gundiah is a quiet rural community that has contracted over recent decades as agricultural economies have consolidated.

Gundiah's most recognisable landmark is the Prince Alfred Hotel, a historic pub at the heart of the small township, originally established in 1868 and rebuilt in 1947 after a fire. Gundiah State School provides primary education for local families in the Prep-6 years. The locality sits approximately 7 kilometres west of the Bruce Highway, which provides the main regional road corridor linking Maryborough to the north and south. The name Gundiah derives from a Kabi language word meaning "goodbye". The surrounding district is characterised by cattle and mixed grazing properties, and the broader Tiaro and Fraser Coast hinterland offers a peaceful rural lifestyle for residents who value space and community.

Gundiah falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by the Fraser Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Fraser Coast
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
55.55 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,237
Median 2023–24
$49,084
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Tiaro / Maryborough Approx. 11 km to Tiaro, 40 km to Maryborough by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
215 km
By Train
No direct rail. Maryborough West has Queensland Rail services; Brisbane is approx. 2.5 hours by road
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 2.5-3 hours to Brisbane CBD via Bruce Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2.5 hours to Brisbane CBD

🛣️ Car is essential. Bruce Highway (approx. 7 km east) is the main regional corridor. No public transport available in Gundiah.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Gundiah's small township has a pub and school but minimal services; a car is needed for all shopping and most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
481 / 100k
2yr Down 53.5% 10yr Down 34.0%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Down 26.2% 10yr Up 144.4%
Non-FV assault
932 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 100.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
15.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 58.4%
Steal from vehicle
432.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.4% 10yr Up 20.3%
View all offence categories for Fraser Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gundiah known for? +

Gundiah is known for the Prince Alfred Hotel — a historic pub that has been the centrepiece of the town since the 1860s and remains a local gathering point. The name Gundiah comes from the Kabi language word for "goodbye". The locality also has a long pastoral history along the Mary River hinterland.

How far is Gundiah from Maryborough? +

Gundiah is approximately 40 kilometres north-west of Maryborough, making it roughly a 35-40 minute drive. It is also about 11 kilometres south of Tiaro, which is the nearest small town.

Does Gundiah have public transport? +

Gundiah has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service in the locality. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Tiaro and Maryborough being the nearest centres. The Bruce Highway is approximately 7 kilometres east and provides the main regional road connection.

What is the population of Gundiah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gundiah has a population of 89 residents. This is a significant decline from 384 people in 2006, reflecting the broader trend of population decline in small rural Queensland towns.

Is Gundiah a good place to live? +

Gundiah offers a very quiet, close-knit rural lifestyle in the Fraser Coast hinterland, appealing to those connected to farming or seeking a genuine country existence. The town has a primary school and a historic pub, but residents must travel to Maryborough or Hervey Bay for most shopping and services.

What is the postcode for Gundiah? +

The postcode for Gundiah, QLD is 4650, which is shared with Maryborough and surrounding localities in the Fraser Coast Region.

Is Gundiah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gundiah is part of the Fraser 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.