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Morinish South

QLD 4702 • Queensland

13
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
366.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteOutbackGrazingCentral Queensland

About Morinish South

Morinish South is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Rockhampton Region of Central Queensland, situated approximately 63 kilometres west of Rockhampton CBD in the rugged hinterland country west of the Fitzroy River basin. Covering almost 368 square kilometres of grazing and scrub land, the locality had a population of just 13 at the 2021 census. The area lies in the general vicinity of the historic Morinish goldfields, which saw gold discovered in the 1860s. It falls within the federal electorate of Flynn and the Queensland state electorate of Mirani.

Morinish South is remote cattle-grazing country with no local services or facilities. Residents rely entirely on Rockhampton (approximately 70–80 minutes by car) for all everyday needs including groceries, schools, medical services and retail. The Capricorn Highway connects the broader western district to Rockhampton, though Morinish South itself is accessed via unsealed station roads. The landscape is characterised by dry eucalypt woodland, rocky ranges and open cattle country typical of Central Queensland's inland hinterland.

Morinish South falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
366.90 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rockhampton
63 km
Central Queensland Line (Queensland Rail — limited services)

Commute to Rockhampton

Distance
63 km
By Car (Peak)
~70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~65 min

🛣️ No public transport. Car is the only means of access. Rockhampton has full regional city services including a hospital, shopping centres, and Rockhampton Airport for flights to Brisbane and beyond.

Walkability Car-Dependent

An extremely remote rural locality with no services, no public transport and no infrastructure. A vehicle (4WD recommended for station tracks) is the only means of access.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
13
▲ 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 Morinish South known for? +

Morinish South is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Rockhampton Region of Central Queensland, situated approximately 63 kilometres west of Rockhampton CBD in the rugged hinterland country west of the Fitzroy River basin. Covering almost 368 square kilometres of grazing and scrub land, the locality had a population of just 13 at the 2021 census.

How far is Morinish South from Brisbane CBD? +

Morinish South is approximately 63 km from Rockhampton. By car, the journey takes around ~65 min off-peak and ~70 min during peak hours.

Does Morinish South have public transport? +

Morinish South is served by Rockhampton (63 km away) on the Central Queensland Line (Queensland Rail — limited services). The commute to Brisbane CBD takes approximately ~65 min by car.

What is the population of Morinish South? +

According to the 2021 Census, Morinish South has a population of approximately 13 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Morinish South a good place to live? +

Morinish South 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 Morinish South? +

The postcode for Morinish South, QLD is 4702.