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Talegalla Weir

QLD 4650 • Queensland

127
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
50.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandRiversideQuiet
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About Talegalla Weir

Talegalla Weir is a rural locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, situated approximately 42 kilometres south of Maryborough and 237 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a 2021 Census population of 127 residents spread across 50.5 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled community in the hinterland between Maryborough and Gympie. The locality's name references a weir on the Mary River system, a local landmark and water infrastructure feature that has shaped the character of the surrounding agricultural land.

The surrounding landscape is predominantly rural and forested, typical of the Wide Bay–Burnett hinterland, with the Mary River corridor providing a scenic natural backdrop. The broader Fraser Coast region offers major attractions including the Great Sandy National Park and the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island (K'gari), accessible via Hervey Bay to the north. Day-to-day services are available in nearby Maryborough and Tiaro, while the locality itself retains a quiet, rural character suited to those who value open space, a close connection to the land, and the natural beauty of coastal Queensland's hinterland.

Talegalla Weir falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by the Fraser Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Fraser Coast
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
50.53 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,237
Median 2023–24
$49,084
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,569

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Maryborough West
42 km
N/A — drive only

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Maryborough / Gympie 45–60 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
237 km
By Train
No practical rail commute; Maryborough West station 42 km away with limited services
By Car (Peak)
Not a typical commute suburb
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 2.5–3 hrs to Brisbane by road

🛣️ Car is essential. Access via Bruce Highway corridor; Maryborough is the nearest service hub.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no walkable services within the locality.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
127
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
481 / 100k
2yr Down 53.5% 10yr Down 34.0%
Motor vehicle theft
244.5 / 100k
2yr Down 26.2% 10yr Up 144.4%
Non-FV assault
932 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 100.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
15.4 / 100k
2yr Down 21.1% 10yr Up 58.4%
Steal from vehicle
432.4 / 100k
2yr Down 32.4% 10yr Up 20.3%
View all offence categories for Fraser Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Talegalla Weir known for? +

Talegalla Weir is named after a weir on the Mary River system and is known for its quiet rural hinterland setting in Queensland's Fraser Coast Region, surrounded by farming land and bushland between Maryborough and Gympie.

How far is Talegalla Weir from Brisbane? +

Talegalla Weir is approximately 237 kilometres north of Brisbane, roughly a 2.5–3 hour drive via the Bruce Highway. Maryborough, the nearest major service town, is about 42 kilometres to the north.

Does Talegalla Weir have public transport? +

Talegalla Weir has no local public transport services. The nearest rail access is at Maryborough West station, approximately 42 kilometres away, with limited Queensland Rail services. A car is essential.

What is the population of Talegalla Weir? +

According to the 2021 Census, Talegalla Weir has a population of 127 residents across approximately 50.5 square kilometres, making it a very small and low-density rural locality.

Is Talegalla Weir a good place to live? +

Talegalla Weir suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Wide Bay hinterland, within reasonable driving distance of Maryborough's services and the natural attractions of the Fraser Coast region including Fraser Island (K'gari).

What is the postcode for Talegalla Weir? +

The postcode for Talegalla Weir is 4650.

Is Talegalla Weir a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Talegalla Weir is part of the Fraser Coast 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.