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Boonooroo Plains

QLD 4650 • Queensland

6
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
74.88 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastal

About Boonooroo Plains

Boonooroo Plains is a small rural locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, situated approximately 12 kilometres south-east of Maryborough and 43 kilometres south of Hervey Bay. The locality covers an area of nearly 75 square kilometres and recorded no permanent residents at the 2021 Census, consistent with its character as undeveloped rural land. It lies near the Mary River estuary and the coastal hinterland of the Fraser Coast.

Boonooroo Plains is surrounded by the natural landscapes of the Fraser Coast, with nearby access to the Great Sandy Strait, the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island (K'gari), and the waterways of the Mary River delta. The Fraser Coast region is popular for fishing, boating, and ecotourism, and residents in surrounding localities enjoy these recreational pursuits. The nearby town of Maryborough — Queensland's Heritage City — provides services, history, and commerce for the broader region. The coastal communities of Boonooroo and Tuan are neighbours.

Boonooroo Plains falls under postcode 4650 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.64°, 152.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
74.88 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Maryborough CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
Maryborough West station (near Maryborough) on the Cairns – Brisbane rail line
By Car (Peak)
15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12 min

🛣️ Mostly accessed via rural roads; the nearest rail connection is at Maryborough West.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Undeveloped rural locality with no walkable services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
6
▲ 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

Where is Boonooroo Plains? +

Boonooroo Plains is a rural locality in the Fraser Coast Region of Queensland, about 12 kilometres south-east of Maryborough and 43 kilometres south of Hervey Bay.

What is the population of Boonooroo Plains? +

Boonooroo Plains recorded no permanent residents at the 2021 Census. It is predominantly undeveloped rural land.

What is the Fraser Coast region known for? +

The Fraser Coast is famous for Fraser Island (K'gari), the world's largest sand island and a UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as whale watching in Hervey Bay and the historic city of Maryborough.

How far is Boonooroo Plains from Hervey Bay? +

Boonooroo Plains is approximately 43 kilometres south of Hervey Bay, about a 40-minute drive via local roads.