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Muttaburra

QLD 4732 • Queensland

158
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7250.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Muttaburra

Muttaburra is a remote outback locality in the Central West Queensland region, located approximately 170 kilometres north of Longreach in the Barcaldine Regional Council area. The locality is famous worldwide as the discovery site of the Muttaburrasaurus langdoni, a large dinosaur whose fossilised remains were found here in 1963, making it a significant paleontological landmark. With a population of around 158 residents, Muttaburra is a true outback community centred on pastoral and station activities across a vast landscape of Mitchell grass plains and mulga scrubland.

Life in Muttaburra is quintessential outback Queensland — wide skies, Station Country hospitality, and a tight-knit community built around the cattle industry. The locality is home to the Muttaburrasaurus Replica, a popular tourist attraction that draws visitors curious about the region's dinosaur heritage. The Thomson River runs through the area, offering opportunities for fishing and birdwatching during the wet season. The closest major services and facilities are in Longreach, approximately 1.5 hours by road to the south.

Muttaburra falls under postcode 4732 and is governed by the Barcaldine Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4732
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Barcaldine
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-22.43°, 144.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7250.30 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
890 km
By Train
N/A – no rail connection
By Car (Peak)
~10 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
~10 hrs

🛣️ Muttaburra is extremely remote. Longreach (~170 km south) is the nearest town with services. Longreach Airport has flights to Brisbane and Mount Isa.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote outback locality; a vehicle is essential. Distances between properties are vast.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
158
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
476 / 100k
2yr Up 72.1% 10yr Up 592.3%
Motor vehicle theft
136 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 31.9%
Non-FV assault
884 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 157.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
136 / 100k
2yr Down 50.8% 10yr Down 43.5%
View all offence categories for Barcaldine →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Muttaburra known for? +

Muttaburra is famous as the discovery site of the Muttaburrasaurus langdoni dinosaur fossils in 1963. A full-scale replica is displayed in the town.

How far is Muttaburra from Longreach? +

Muttaburra is approximately 170 kilometres north of Longreach, about 1.5 hours by road on the Landsborough Highway.

Is there public transport in Muttaburra? +

There is no public transport in Muttaburra. A private vehicle is essential. Longreach Airport provides the nearest air connections to Brisbane and regional Queensland.

What LGA is Muttaburra in? +

Muttaburra is in the Barcaldine Regional Council local government area in Central West Queensland.

Is Muttaburra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Muttaburra is part of the Barcaldine 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.

What is the population of Muttaburra? +

Muttaburra had a population of 158 at the 2021 Census.