Belvedere
QLD 4860 • Queensland
About Belvedere
Belvedere is a small rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland, situated approximately 5.7 kilometres west of Innisfail and 84 kilometres south of Cairns. The locality lies on low-lying land to the east of the Johnstone River, with the Palmerston Highway forming its western boundary where it meets the Bruce Highway at the northern tip. With a population of 943 at the 2021 census, Belvedere supports a mix of suburban housing and agricultural land, predominantly given over to sugarcane farming. The median household income of around 9,610 reflects the predominantly working-class, agricultural character of the area.
The locality takes its name from a 1980s land development project — belvedere referring to the good views from the elevated areas of the estate. Residents rely on nearby Innisfail for shopping, schooling, healthcare, and services, with Innisfail offering the full range of town amenities including supermarkets, schools, and the Johnstone River foreshore. The surrounding Cassowary Coast hinterland is characterised by lush tropical rainforest and is well within reach of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, offering easy access to natural attractions including waterfalls, gorges, and rainforest walks.
Belvedere falls under postcode 4860 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hill electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Cairns to Innisfail coach services — Innisfail / Cairns Approx 1 hr 15 min to Cairns
Commute to Cairns CBD
🛣️ Bruce Highway is the main route north to Cairns; Innisfail township is a 5-10 minute drive
No local shops or services; all daily errands require driving to Innisfail town centre
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Maud Street
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66 Owen Street
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96 Rankin Street
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78 Maple Street
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92 Mourilyan Road
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7 Emily Street