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Hurricane

QLD 4871 • Queensland

4
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1062.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
OutbackRemotePastoralGulf CountryTropical Savannah

About Hurricane

Hurricane is a vast, extremely remote locality in the Shire of Mareeba in Far North Queensland, located approximately 200 kilometres west of Cairns in the Gulf Savannah country. With a population of just 4 at the 2021 census across an enormous 1,062 square kilometres, it is one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland. The landscape is characterised by tropical savannah woodland, seasonal creeks, and vast cattle stations under a hot, monsoonal climate.

Hurricane is quintessential Gulf country — vast pastoral stations running cattle on native grasses across the dry tropical savannah. There are no services, roads are often unsealed and impassable in the wet season, and the nearest town is Chillagoe or Almaden. The locality is of interest to pastoralists, outback travellers, and those drawn to Australia's most remote and untouched tropical landscapes.

Hurricane falls under postcode 4871 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.63°, 144.72°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1062.00 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Almaden Station
80 km
N/A

Commute to Cairns

Distance
200 km
By Train
N/A
By Bus
N/A — no bus service
By Car (Peak)
3+ hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hours

🛣️ Extremely remote. Roads may be impassable in wet season. Chillagoe (50 km) is nearest small town. 4WD recommended.

Walkability Car Essential

Uninhabited outback. No roads, services, or infrastructure in most of the locality. 4WD essential.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
4
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hurricane known for? +

Hurricane is a vast, extremely remote locality in the Shire of Mareeba in Far North Queensland, located approximately 200 kilometres west of Cairns in the Gulf Savannah country. With a population of just 4 at the 2021 census across an enormous 1,062 square kilometres, it is one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland.

How far is Hurricane from Brisbane CBD? +

Hurricane is approximately 200 km from Cairns. By car, the journey takes around 3 hours off-peak and 3+ hours during peak hours.

Does Hurricane have public transport? +

Hurricane is served by Almaden Station (80 km away) on the Savannahlander heritage railway (weekly, Cairns to Forsayth). The commute to Brisbane CBD takes approximately 3 hours by car.

What is the population of Hurricane? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hurricane has a population of approximately 4 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Hurricane a good place to live? +

Hurricane suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with open spaces and natural surroundings. It is ideal for people seeking acreage, farming, or a secluded country retreat, with urban amenities accessible from nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Hurricane? +

The postcode for Hurricane, QLD is 4871.