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Mungabunda

QLD 4718 • Queensland

91
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1765.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteRuralOutbackAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Mungabunda

Mungabunda is a vast, sparsely settled rural locality in the Central Highlands Region of Queensland, located approximately 200 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton within the Central Highlands Regional Council area. Covering an enormous 1,765 square kilometres of open inland Queensland, it is one of the largest localities by area in the region, yet home to just 91 residents according to the 2021 Census. The area is defined by expansive pastoral country, with the Dawson Highway passing to the north and the Fitzroy Developmental Road to the east providing the main access routes through this remote inland region.

The landscape of Mungabunda is typical of Queensland's Central Highlands — broad pastoral stations carrying beef cattle, open eucalypt woodland, and wide flat plains extending to the horizon. The median income for the area reflects the agricultural and mining-influenced economy of the broader Central Highlands region. The small township of Bauhinia lies to the north, while Rolleston and Springsure serve as the nearest centres for fuel, food, and services. There are no local shops, schools, or public transport, and a private vehicle — often four-wheel drive — is essential for navigating the region's unsealed roads and vast distances.

Mungabunda falls under postcode 4718 and is governed by the Central Highlands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4718
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Highlands
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.68°, 149.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1765.13 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4718

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4718, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$55,258
Median 2023–24
$61,383
▲ 11.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$78,024

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4718; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus service — Car travel required to Rolleston or Springsure for all services N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
570 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
6 hr - 7 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr 30 min - 6 hr 30 min

🛣️ Access via Dawson Highway and Warrego Highway. Rockhampton (approx. 200 km north-east) is the nearest regional city. A four-wheel drive is recommended for local unsealed roads.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

An extremely remote pastoral locality where a vehicle is essential for all travel; no local services, footpaths, or public transport exist

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
91
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
841.5 / 100k
2yr Up 79.3% 10yr Up 85.7%
Motor vehicle theft
309.7 / 100k
2yr Up 12.1% 10yr Up 169.2%
Non-FV assault
1,373.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 210.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.7 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr Up 93.1%
Steal from vehicle
356.8 / 100k
2yr Up 43.6% 10yr Down 39.1%
View all offence categories for Central Highlands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mungabunda known for? +

Mungabunda is known as an expansive pastoral locality in Queensland's Central Highlands, dominated by beef cattle stations and open eucalypt woodland. Its enormous area of over 1,765 square kilometres makes it one of the largest localities by land area in the region, though it is home to only a handful of residents.

How far is Mungabunda from Brisbane? +

Mungabunda is approximately 570 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, a drive of around 6 to 7 hours via the Warrego and Dawson Highways. Rockhampton, about 200 kilometres to the north-east, is the nearest regional city.

Does Mungabunda have public transport? +

There is no public transport of any kind serving Mungabunda. The locality is extremely remote, and a private vehicle — often a four-wheel drive — is essential. The nearest significant transport connections are in Rockhampton.

What is the population of Mungabunda? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mungabunda has a population of 91 residents across approximately 31 dwellings. For a locality covering over 1,765 square kilometres, this represents an extremely low population density of less than 0.1 person per square kilometre.

Is Mungabunda a good place to live? +

Mungabunda suits those involved in pastoral and agricultural industries who are comfortable with remote living and vast distances between services. It offers wide open skies and a true outback Queensland experience, but is not suited to those requiring regular access to urban amenities, schools, or medical services.

What is the postcode for Mungabunda? +

The postcode for Mungabunda is 4718, shared with Rolleston and other localities in the Central Highlands region of Queensland.

Is Mungabunda a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mungabunda is part of the Central Highlands 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.