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Bamaga and Surrounds

501 km²

Nearly 89% of people in Bamaga and Surrounds speak a First Nations language, a figure far above the national average. This community is defined by its strong Indigenous identity and a notably young population. Most residents live in an area where daily essentials and parks are easy to reach on foot. It is a unique regional hub in the Torres Shire where traditional culture and modern life blend.

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First Nations people here are much younger than the national figure, with a typical age of just 21. This group shows strong educational outcomes, as Year 12 completion is far above the national average at 56.9%.

930 First Nations people

21 yrs Median age Here 21 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

56.9% Year 12 Here 56.9% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

11.8% Unemployment Here 11.8% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$629 Median income Here $629 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,450 Household income Here $1,450 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, and parks, though no one is within a 10-minute walk of public transport. While the walkability score is 4.5, slightly below the Queensland figure, it remains a somewhat walkable area.

4.5 Walk score

5.9 Types ≤15 min