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Kumarina

WA 6642 • Western Australia

91
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16361.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteOutbackRural
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About Kumarina

Kumarina is a remote locality situated along the Great Northern Highway in the Mid West region of Western Australia, approximately 900 kilometres north of Perth and roughly halfway between Meekatharra (161 kilometres to the south) and Newman to the north. With a population of just 91 recorded in the 2021 Census, the locality is primarily centred on the Kumarina Roadhouse, which serves as a critical fuel and rest stop for highway travellers crossing this vast stretch of outback. The area falls within the Meekatharra Shire and is notable for its proximity to Collier Range National Park, which lies to the east.

Life in Kumarina revolves around the roadhouse, which offers fuel, food, accommodation, and a tavern catering to long-distance drivers, road-trippers, and station workers passing through the region. The surrounding landscape is characterised by low mulga scrub, red earth, and the stark beauty of the Murchison region's outback scenery. The area has a minor mining heritage — copper was extracted from nearby fields intermittently from the early 1900s through to the 1970s. For those seeking a genuine outback experience, Kumarina offers an authentic stop on one of Australia's great highway routes.

Kumarina falls under postcode 6642 and is governed by the Meekatharra Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Durack, while state elections fall under the North West Central (Mining and Pastoral) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6642
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Meekatharra
Federal Electorate
Durack
State Electorate
North West Central (Mining and Pastoral)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 118.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16361.16 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 6642

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 6642 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$56,235
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$71,731

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 6642; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Integrity Coach Lines — Meekatharra / Newman Approx. 2.5 hrs to Meekatharra; very limited schedule (approx. weekly)

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
900 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 9–10 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 9 hrs

🛣️ Located on the Great Northern Highway; fuel available at Kumarina Roadhouse. Extremely remote — self-sufficiency essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Kumarina is an isolated outback roadhouse locality — a car or truck is the only practical means of transport for virtually all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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    Kiwirrkurra Campus
    PMB 131 Alice Springs, NT 0872
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Burringurrah Rem Com School
    Burringurrah Community
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Karalundi Aboriginal Ed Ctre
    Aboriginal Education Cnt
    IndependentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedSeventh Day Adventist
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    Meekatharra District High Sch
    Savage Street
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Yulga Jinna Rem Com School
    Yulga Jinna Remote Community
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Blackstone Campus
    PMB 99 Alice Springs NT 0872
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Tjukurla Campus
    PMB 134 Alice Springs NT 0872
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Wanarn Campus
    PMB 2 Alice Springs, NT 0872
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
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    Warakurna Campus
    PMB 156 Alice Springs, NT 0872
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
  • 🏫
    Wingellina Campus
    PMB 163 Alice Springs, NT 0872
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
91
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kumarina known for? +

Kumarina is best known for its roadhouse on the Great Northern Highway, which serves as a vital fuel, food, and rest stop for travellers between Meekatharra and Newman. The locality is also the closest settlement to Collier Range National Park and has a minor copper mining heritage dating to the early twentieth century.

How far is Kumarina from Perth? +

Kumarina is approximately 900 kilometres north of Perth, making it a journey of around 9 to 10 hours by car via the Great Northern Highway.

Does Kumarina have public transport? +

Public transport to Kumarina is extremely limited. Integrity Coach Lines operates a very infrequent bus service along the Great Northern Highway between Meekatharra and Newman, passing through the roadhouse. There is no rail service; a vehicle is essential for living in or travelling through the area.

What is the population of Kumarina? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kumarina has a population of 91 residents, reflecting its role as a small outback service locality centred on the roadhouse and surrounding pastoral properties.

Is Kumarina a good place to live? +

Kumarina suits those who thrive in remote, self-sufficient outback environments, such as roadhouse workers, station hands, and people drawn to wide-open landscapes. Everyday amenities are extremely limited and the nearest town of any size is Meekatharra, over 160 kilometres away.

What is the postcode for Kumarina? +

The postcode for Kumarina, Western Australia is 6642.