Bloomsbury
QLD 4799 • Queensland
About Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury is a small rural town and locality in the Mackay Region of Queensland, situated approximately 86 kilometres north-west of Mackay and 38 kilometres south of Proserpine, on the edge of the Whitsunday hinterland. Covering a substantial 434 square kilometres, the locality has a population of 539, reflecting the low-density agricultural and pastoral character of this part of north Queensland. The area falls within the Whitsunday electoral district and is governed by the Mackay Regional Council.
Bloomsbury's landscape is defined by cane farming, cattle properties, and the coastal plains that give way to the Coral Sea. The locality is close to Midge Point and Laguna Quays, offering residents access to coastal areas, while the historic Andromache River railway bridge is a notable local feature. The nearest significant services are in Mackay to the south-east, and the locality is served by the Bruce Highway corridor. Bloomsbury suits those drawn to a quiet rural and coastal lifestyle in Queensland's Whitsunday region.
Bloomsbury falls under postcode 4799 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Whitsunday electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Greyhound / Queensland Rail coach services — Mackay / Proserpine Approx. 45-60 min to Mackay
Commute to Mackay CBD
🛣️ Bruce Highway provides main road access; nearest airport is Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport (~40km)
A car is essential for all daily needs in this dispersed rural locality
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bruce Highway