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Mer (Murray) Island

5 km²

A strong First Nations identity defines Mer (Murray) Island, where nearly 95% of residents speak a traditional language. This small island community stands out for its high school completion rates compared to similar areas. While personal incomes are generally low, the community is more active in the workforce than many other First Nations populations across Australia. It is a distinct, culturally rich landscape in the Torres Strait.

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First Nations residents here are noticeably older, with a typical age of 27, and 42.1% finished Year 12, which is well above the national figure. Unemployment is 8.9%, well below the national rate of 12.3%, though typical personal incomes of $347 are well below the Australian figure.

368 First Nations people

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

42.1% Year 12 Here 42.1% Qld 43.6% Aus 37.0%

8.9% Unemployment Here 8.9% Qld 13.3% Aus 12.3%

$347 Median income Here $347 Qld $563 Aus $540

$1,262 Household income Here $1,262 Qld $1,517 Aus $1,507

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The area is car-dependent with a walkability score of 0.0, far below the Queensland average. No homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services, schools, or groceries, and the terrain is steeper than most of the state.

0.0 Walk score

0.0 Types ≤15 min