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Lawgi Dawes

QLD 4716 • Queensland

138
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
571.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietCar-Dependent
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About Lawgi Dawes

Lawgi Dawes is a rural locality in the Shire of Banana, Central Queensland, situated approximately 30 kilometres south-east of Biloela and 536 kilometres north-north-west of Brisbane. The locality covers a substantial 571 square kilometres of open grazing country and had a population of 138 residents at the 2021 Census. It encompasses the neighbourhood of Lawgi, a former town with its own community heritage, and falls within the Callide state electorate and the federal Division of Flynn.

The Lawgi Dawes locality is typical of the Banana Shire's vast agricultural hinterland, where cattle grazing and cropping define the landscape and the local economy. Residents rely on Biloela — the Banana Shire's main centre — for shopping, healthcare, schools, and services, making it a 30-minute drive for most daily needs. The area is characterised by wide open paddocks, sparse woodland, and a quiet rural lifestyle that appeals to those with ties to the land. The Lawgi Hall remains a community landmark, reflecting the settlement history of this sparsely populated part of Central Queensland.

Lawgi Dawes falls under postcode 4716 and is governed by the Banana Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4716
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Banana
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.48°, 150.81°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
571.23 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4716

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4716 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$49,679
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,643

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4716; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — Biloela N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
536 km
By Train
No direct train service; would need to travel to Rockhampton or Bundaberg for rail
By Car (Peak)
6 hr - 7 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr 30 min - 6 hr

🛣️ Access via Dawson Highway; Biloela (30 km) is the nearest major service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Lawgi Dawes is a remote rural locality with no local amenities — all daily errands require a vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
138
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
460.8 / 100k
2yr Down 46.3% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
210.7 / 100k
2yr Down 21.4% 10yr Up 241.0%
Non-FV assault
1,000.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 255.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
197.5 / 100k
2yr Down 57.3% 10yr Up 43.9%
View all offence categories for Banana →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lawgi Dawes known for? +

Lawgi Dawes is known for its open grazing country and the historic Lawgi community, a former town in the Banana Shire. The Lawgi Hall is a local landmark reflecting the area's settlement history in Central Queensland's agricultural heartland.

How far is Lawgi Dawes from Brisbane? +

Lawgi Dawes is approximately 536 kilometres north-north-west of Brisbane, a drive of around 6 to 7 hours via the Bruce Highway and Dawson Highway through Biloela.

Does Lawgi Dawes have public transport? +

Lawgi Dawes has no public transport services. There is no rail or regular bus service to the locality; residents depend on private vehicles, with Biloela (30 km) providing the nearest shops and services.

What is the population of Lawgi Dawes? +

Lawgi Dawes had a population of 138 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 571 square kilometres of sparsely settled rural land in the Shire of Banana.

Is Lawgi Dawes a good place to live? +

Lawgi Dawes suits those with agricultural interests or who value a remote, quiet rural lifestyle in Central Queensland. Access to services requires a drive to Biloela, and the area is best suited to self-sufficient rural families and farming operations.

What is the postcode for Lawgi Dawes? +

The postcode for Lawgi Dawes, QLD is 4716, shared with other localities in the Banana Shire region of Central Queensland.

Is Lawgi Dawes a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Lawgi Dawes is part of the Banana 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.