Beelbi Creek
QLD 4659 • Queensland
About Beelbi Creek
Beelbi Creek is a rural locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, located approximately 15.6 kilometres west of Hervey Bay and 290 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality spans around 26 square kilometres of coastal hinterland country, with the Beelbi Creek watercourse flowing through from south to north before meeting the broader river system. The 2021 census recorded a population of 143 residents, reflecting a dispersed rural community engaged primarily in small-scale farming, acreage living and lifestyle properties. The area sits within easy reach of Hervey Bay's coastal attractions, including access to Fraser Island (K'gari), a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Beelbi Creek offers a relaxed rural lifestyle close to the natural assets of the Fraser Coast, including the beaches and waterways of Hervey Bay and the gateway to K'gari (Fraser Island). Residents enjoy a semi-rural setting with a short drive to Hervey Bay's full range of urban services including shopping centres, hospitals, schools and the marina. The nearby Burrum Heads and Toogoom offer beach access and fishing opportunities. The wider Fraser Coast region is known for its whale-watching season, houseboat tourism and the Great Sandy Marine Park, making the area popular with retirees and families seeking a coastal-adjacent acreage lifestyle.
Beelbi Creek falls under postcode 4659 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maryborough electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Fraser Coast Transit local routes — Hervey Bay / Maryborough ~25 min to Hervey Bay
Commute to Brisbane
🛣️ Hervey Bay (15 km) is the main service centre. Maryborough (~35 km) offers rail access to Brisbane. Daily commuting to Brisbane is impractical; most residents work locally on the Fraser Coast.
A car is essential for daily needs. No local shops within the locality itself; Hervey Bay provides the nearest full range of services a short drive away.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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108 William Street
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