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Bluff

QLD 4702 • Queensland

324
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
681.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMining TownAffordableYoung Families

About Bluff

Bluff is a small rural locality in Banana Shire, Central Queensland, located approximately 15 kilometres north-west of Biloela and around 130 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton. With a population of around 324 residents, the town sits within the Callide Valley and has historically been shaped by coal mining and agriculture. The locality is positioned close to the Callide Coal Mine and the Callide Power Stations, which are among the dominant employers in the broader region.

Life in Bluff is characterised by a close-knit rural community where grazing, cropping, and resource industry employment underpin the local economy. Residents access shops, healthcare, and services in Biloela, which is the main service hub of Banana Shire. The surrounding Callide Valley landscape offers wide-open plains and a relaxed country pace, attracting workers and families connected to the region's energy and agricultural sectors. Bluff State School provides primary education locally, with secondary students typically travelling to Biloela.

Bluff falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
681.29 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Biloela / Rockhampton Varies

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
130 km
By Car (Peak)
~90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~90 min

🛣️ Car-dependent. Biloela (15 km) is the nearest service centre. Rockhampton is accessible via the Burnett Highway.

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality with no walkable services. All daily needs require a car to Biloela.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
324
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bluff QLD known for? +

Bluff is a small rural town in the Callide Valley, closely associated with the nearby Callide Coal Mine and Callide Power Stations, which are major employers in the Banana Shire region of Central Queensland.

What schools are in Bluff QLD? +

Bluff State School provides primary education for local children. Secondary students typically travel to Biloela for schooling.

How far is Bluff from Rockhampton? +

Bluff is approximately 130 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton, accessible via the Burnett Highway, with a drive time of around 90 minutes.

What is the nearest major town to Bluff QLD? +

Biloela, approximately 15 kilometres to the south-east, is the nearest service centre and main administrative hub of Banana Shire.