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Weipa

16 km²

A large First Nations community defines the character of Weipa. This remote Queensland town is marked by a young and highly capable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population. The area stands out for its strong employment and education outcomes compared to other similar regions. It is a place where cultural heritage remains prominent alongside a modern, working community.

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First Nations

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The First Nations community here is young, with a typical age of 22, and highly successful. Unemployment is very low at 4.1%, and typical personal incomes of $1,254 are far above the national figure. This success is consistent with strong education levels, as 59.2% have finished Year 12, and 27% of people speak a First Nations language.

814 First Nations people

22 yrs Median age Here 22 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

59.2% Year 12 Here 59.2% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

4.1% Unemployment Here 4.1% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$1,254 Median income Here $1,254 Qld $563 Aus $540

$2,910 Household income Here $2,910 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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Weipa is largely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 1.7, which is far below the Queensland figure. Most homes are far from parks, health services and groceries, though 62.5% of residents can walk to a school in 15 minutes.

1.7 Walk score

2.1 Types ≤15 min