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Kalunga

QLD 4887 • Queensland

103
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
57.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingTropical HighlandsLow DensityFar North Queensland
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About Kalunga

Kalunga is a small rural locality in the Tablelands Region of Far North Queensland, situated on the Atherton Tablelands at an elevation of around 700 metres above sea level. With just over 100 residents in the 2021 census, it is a sparsely populated farming community where the Great Dividing Range forms the northern boundary and the Wild River runs along the eastern edge. The locality sits roughly 20 kilometres south-west of Ravenshoe, the highest town in Queensland.

The area is characterised by cattle grazing, dairy farming and the lush tropical highland scenery typical of the Atherton Tablelands. Residents rely on the nearby township of Ravenshoe for everyday services, schools and the Ravenshoe Pharmacy and community health facilities. The Tablelands lifestyle appeals to those seeking rural tranquillity, with national parks, rainforest walks and the Millstream Falls — the widest single-drop waterfall in Australia — accessible within the broader region.

Kalunga falls under postcode 4887 and is governed by the Tablelands 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
4887
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tablelands
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.45°, 145.40°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
57.81 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4887

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4887 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,921
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,016

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4887; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Trans North regional services — Ravenshoe / Atherton / Cairns Approx 25 min to Ravenshoe, 1.5 hrs to Cairns

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
95 km
By Bus
Trans North bus via Ravenshoe and Atherton, approx 2.5 hrs
By Car (Peak)
Approx 1 hr 45 min via Palmerston Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 1 hr 35 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport. Ravenshoe (~20 km) is the nearest service town.

Walkability Car Dependent

A remote rural locality with no pedestrian infrastructure. A car is essential for all daily needs and travel to nearby Ravenshoe or Atherton.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
103
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,556.7 / 100k
2yr Up 40.5% 10yr Up 168.9%
Motor vehicle theft
414.2 / 100k
2yr Up 68.5% 10yr Up 154.7%
Non-FV assault
1,156.9 / 100k
2yr Down 12.2% 10yr Up 180.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
35.7 / 100k
2yr Up 62.2% 10yr Up 200.1%
Steal from vehicle
346.3 / 100k
2yr Up 38.8% 10yr Up 30.4%
View all offence categories for Tablelands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kalunga known for? +

Kalunga is a small rural locality in the Tablelands Region of Far North Queensland, situated on the Atherton Tablelands at an elevation of around 700 metres above sea level. With just over 100 residents in the 2021 census, it is a sparsely populated farming community where the Great Dividing Range forms the northern boundary and the Wild River runs along the eastern edge.

How far is Kalunga from Brisbane CBD? +

Kalunga is approximately 95 km from Cairns CBD. By car, the journey takes around Approx 1 hr 35 min off-peak and Approx 1 hr 45 min via Palmerston Highway during peak hours.

Does Kalunga have public transport? +

Kalunga is served by bus routes connecting to Ravenshoe / Atherton / Cairns, though there is no direct rail service. A car is recommended for most journeys.

What is the population of Kalunga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kalunga has a population of approximately 103 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Kalunga a good place to live? +

Kalunga 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 Kalunga? +

The postcode for Kalunga, QLD is 4887.

Is Kalunga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kalunga is part of the Tablelands 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.