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Wyaga

QLD 4390 • Queensland

77
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
642.89 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteCar-DependentQuiet
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About Wyaga

Wyaga is a vast rural locality in Queensland's Goondiwindi Region, situated in the Southern Downs approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Goondiwindi. Covering around 643 square kilometres of predominantly flat agricultural land, the locality is extremely sparsely settled, with just 77 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The area was named after an early pastoral run in the district, established in the late 1840s by David Perrier, reflecting its long history as grazing and farming country.

The Gore Highway passes through the locality, providing the main road connection between Goondiwindi and Warwick to the north. The surrounding landscape is characteristic of the Darling Downs and border country — broad, open farmland used for cropping and cattle grazing. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles for daily needs, travelling to Goondiwindi for shopping, services, and schooling. Wyaga typifies the quiet, self-sufficient lifestyle of Queensland's agricultural interior.

Wyaga falls under postcode 4390 and is governed by the Goondiwindi Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4390
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Goondiwindi
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.23°, 150.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
642.89 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4390

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4390, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$44,629
Median 2023–24
$57,112
▲ 28.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,437

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4390; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Goondiwindi / Brisbane 30 min to Goondiwindi

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
365 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest station at Goondiwindi
By Car (Peak)
4 h 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 h

🛣️ Gore Highway is the primary route; Goondiwindi is the nearest service centre at 30 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wyaga is a remote agricultural locality with no shops or services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
77
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,404.1 / 100k
2yr Down 38.9% 10yr Up 171.1%
Motor vehicle theft
531.3 / 100k
2yr Down 34.7% 10yr Up 219.2%
Non-FV assault
1,404.1 / 100k
2yr Down 17.1% 10yr Up 299.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
417.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 41.1%
View all offence categories for Goondiwindi →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wyaga known for? +

Wyaga is a large, remote rural locality in the Goondiwindi Region, known primarily for its broad-acre agricultural land used for cattle grazing and cropping. The Gore Highway passes through the locality, linking it to Goondiwindi and Warwick.

How far is Wyaga from Goondiwindi? +

Wyaga is approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Goondiwindi, roughly a 25-30 minute drive via the Gore Highway.

Does Wyaga have public transport? +

Wyaga has no regular public transport or rail service. Limited regional coach services connect Goondiwindi to Brisbane via the Gore Highway, but a private vehicle is essential for living in Wyaga.

What is the population of Wyaga? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wyaga had a population of 77 residents across its 643 square kilometre area, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled farming locality.

Is Wyaga a good place to live? +

Wyaga suits those drawn to remote agricultural living and the open landscapes of the Queensland interior. It offers privacy and space in abundance, though residents must travel to Goondiwindi for all shopping, schooling, and services.

What is the postcode for Wyaga? +

The postcode for Wyaga, Queensland is 4390, shared with the broader Goondiwindi area.

Is Wyaga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wyaga is part of the Goondiwindi 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.