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Balonne exc. St George and Dirranbandi

31,079 km²

Few places share the same characteristics as Balonne exc. St George and Dirranbandi, a vast and sparsely populated region of Queensland. It is a quiet rural landscape where the typical resident is older than in most similar areas. The region is defined by its immense size and a reliance on cars for almost every daily need. Despite its isolation, it supports a small First Nations community with outcomes that stand out from the national trend.

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First Nations

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The 132 First Nations residents are far older than the national figure, with a typical age of 36. This group sees very strong economic results, including a low unemployment rate of 4.9% and typical personal incomes that are far above the Australian average.

132 First Nations people

36 yrs Median age Here 36 yrs Qld 23 yrs Aus 24 yrs

36.4% Year 12 Here 36.4% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

4.9% Unemployment Here 4.9% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$866 Median income Here $866 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,699 Household income Here $1,699 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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Living here is almost entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 1.3, far below the Queensland average. Very few homes are within a 15-minute walk of essentials; for example, only 15.9% can walk to groceries and 0% have access to public transport.

1.3 Walk score

1.6 Types ≤15 min