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Tully - Cardwell - Jumbun

3,056 km²

A walkability score of 2.3 makes Tully - Cardwell - Jumbun mostly car-dependent compared to other areas. This sprawling region of the Cassowary Coast is shaped by its rural nature and a strong First Nations presence. It is a place where many people live far from basic services, and a significant portion of the community speaks a First Nations language. The area's character is defined by its remote setting and a distinct cultural identity.

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First Nations

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About 12.4% of First Nations people here speak a traditional language, which is higher than most similar areas. However, the community faces challenges, with an unemployment rate of 17.7% that is well above the national figure of 12.3%, and typical household incomes that are well below the state and national averages.

854 First Nations people

25 yrs Median age Here 25 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

33.2% Year 12 Here 33.2% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

17.7% Unemployment Here 17.7% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$510 Median income Here $510 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,142 Household income Here $1,142 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are far from essential services, with 0% of dwellings within a 10-minute walk of public transport. Access to groceries, schools, and health services is far below the Queensland average, leaving the community heavily reliant on cars for daily travel.

2.3 Walk score

2.5 Types ≤15 min