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Kynuna

QLD 4823 • Queensland

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
8452.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteRuralOutbackHistoricCar-Dependent
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About Kynuna

Kynuna is a remote outback locality in western Queensland, covering an enormous area of approximately 8,452 square kilometres in the Channel Country approximately 175 kilometres north of Winton. With a 2021 Census population of 52 residents, it is one of the most isolated localities in Queensland. The locality is famous as a stopping point on the Landsborough Highway and for the Blue Heeler Hotel, a legendary outback pub.

Kynuna is steeped in bush legend — it is believed to be the location where Banjo Paterson wrote Waltzing Matilda at nearby Dagworth Station in 1895. The Combo Waterhole and Dagworth Homestead nearby are significant sites in Australian folk history. The Landsborough Highway connects Kynuna to Mount Isa in the west and the coast to the east. There is no public transport; a private vehicle is essential for this remote outback community. The legendary pub, outback history, and vast sky country define life in Kynuna.

Kynuna falls under postcode 4823 and is governed by the McKinlay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4823
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
McKinlay
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.21°, 141.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
8452.23 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4823

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4823 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$55,427
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$83,662

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4823; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound Australia (Landsborough Highway) — Mount Isa / Brisbane 3 hr to Winton; 15+ hr to Brisbane

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
1700 km
By Train
No service
By Car (Peak)
18 hr+
By Car (Off-Peak)
16 hr+

🛣️ Landsborough Highway provides main east-west route through remote western Queensland

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Extremely remote outback locality; car essential, pub is the only local amenity

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
701.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
584.8 / 100k
2yr Up 148.2% 10yr Up 138.6%
Non-FV assault
1,052.6 / 100k
2yr Up 11.7% 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
350.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 186.3%
View all offence categories for McKinlay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kynuna known for? +

Kynuna is famous as the location near Dagworth Station where Banjo Paterson is believed to have written Waltzing Matilda in 1895. It's also known for the legendary Blue Heeler Hotel and the Combo Waterhole, a significant Australian cultural site.

How far is Kynuna from Brisbane? +

Kynuna is approximately 1,700 kilometres west of Brisbane, roughly a 16 to 18 hour drive via the Landsborough Highway.

Does Kynuna have public transport? +

Greyhound Australia coaches stop at Kynuna on the Mount Isa to Brisbane route. Otherwise, a private vehicle is essential for this remote locality.

What is the population of Kynuna? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kynuna has a population of approximately 52 residents in this remote western Queensland locality.

Is Kynuna a good place to live? +

Kynuna suits those who love outback Australia and are comfortable with extreme remoteness and limited services. The legendary pub, bush history, and vast outback landscapes have an enduring appeal.

What is the postcode for Kynuna? +

The postcode for Kynuna is 4823, covering this remote locality in western Queensland on the Landsborough Highway.

Is Kynuna a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Kynuna is part of the McKinlay 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.