Tarong
QLD 4615 • Queensland
About Tarong
Tarong is a small rural locality in Queensland's South Burnett Region, situated approximately 19.8 kilometres south-west of Nanango and 31.8 kilometres south of Kingaroy, roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. Covering an area of 93.3 square kilometres, Tarong had a population of just 193 residents at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a farming and station country locality. The area is historically significant through Tarong Homestead, a heritage property in the locality, and is also associated with the nearby Tarong Power Station — one of Queensland's major coal-fired power generators — which has been a significant employer in the region.
Life in Tarong is quintessentially rural Queensland — open farmland, timber country, and a close-knit community centred around agriculture, power generation employment, and the surrounding South Burnett landscape. The township of Nanango, just under 20 kilometres away, serves as the main service centre for shopping, schooling, and medical needs. Kingaroy — the regional hub — provides more comprehensive services including hospitals, high schools, and a broader retail offer. The area appeals to those seeking affordable rural acreage, with properties typically offering large land parcels and a peaceful, off-the-beaten-track lifestyle.
Tarong falls under postcode 4615 and is governed by the South Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 4615
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4615, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4615; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ D'Aguilar Highway via Kilcoy provides the main route to Brisbane; car essential
Remote rural locality; no footpaths, no public transport; vehicle required for all travel
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Tanduringie School Road
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54 Elk Street
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39 Drayton Street
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16 Alfred Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the South Burnett Local Government Area, which contains Tarong. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.