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Aurukun

7,424 km²

Low incomes and high unemployment define the economic landscape of Aurukun. This remote community is strongly Indigenous, with a vast majority of residents speaking a First Nations language. While most people live within a short walk of essential services and schools, the area faces significant challenges with education and earnings. It remains a distinctive cultural hub in far north Queensland where traditional language is widely used.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here are noticeably older, with a typical age of 27, and a vast 92.3% speak a traditional language. However, the community faces steep hurdles, with Year 12 completion at just 10.2% and unemployment at 20.6%, both far above national figures.

977 First Nations people

27 yrs Median age Here 27 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

10.2% Year 12 Here 10.2% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

20.6% Unemployment Here 20.6% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$310 Median income Here $310 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,005 Household income Here $1,005 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and schools, which is far above the Queensland average. Despite this and a flat terrain, the area is mostly car-dependent with a walkability score of 3.8 and no access to public transport.

3.8 Walk score

4.9 Types ≤15 min