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Callide

QLD 4715 • Queensland

80
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
69.33 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalMining TownRemoteOutback

About Callide

Callide is a small rural locality in the Shire of Banana in Central Queensland, situated in the Callide Valley approximately 10 kilometres north-west of Biloela and around 120 kilometres inland from the port city of Gladstone. The locality covers approximately 69 square kilometres and falls under the Banana Shire Council. With a population of just 80 residents and a median household income of around $52,600, Callide is a sparsely populated area defined by its significant role in Queensland's coal and energy industry.

Callide is most notable as the site of one of Queensland's major coal mining and power generation complexes — the Callide Coal Mine, where government geologist William Rands first identified a substantial coal seam in 1891, and excavations began in 1944. The Callide Power Station, commissioned from 1965 onwards, was a landmark in Queensland's energy infrastructure. The land use is a mix of crop growing and grazing on native vegetation, with the Moura railway line passing through the locality. Residents access services and amenities in Biloela, the administrative centre of Banana Shire, a short drive to the south-east.

Callide falls under postcode 4715 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4715
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.39°, 150.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
69.33 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Biloela 15-20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
560 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest passenger rail is Rockhampton (~200 km north)
By Car (Peak)
5 hrs 30 min - 6 hrs (via Burnett Highway or Dawson Highway/Bruce Highway)
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hrs - 5 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Biloela is the main service centre 10 km to the south-east; Gladstone (120 km east) is the nearest major regional city

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Callide is a dispersed rural and industrial locality with no walkable services; a car is essential for accessing all amenities in Biloela

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
80
▲ 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 Callide known for? +

Callide is best known for its coal mining and power generation history. The Callide Coal Mine, where excavations began in 1944, supplied coal to the Callide Power Station — a landmark in Queensland's energy infrastructure that has operated since 1965. The locality lends its name to both the Callide Valley and the state electoral district of Callide.

How far is Callide from Biloela? +

Callide is approximately 10 kilometres north-west of Biloela, the administrative centre of Banana Shire, a drive of around 10 to 15 minutes.

Does Callide have public transport? +

Callide has very limited public transport. The Moura freight railway line passes through the locality but carries no passenger services. There are limited regional bus connections to Biloela, but a private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Callide? +

According to the 2021 Census, Callide has a population of approximately 80 residents. The locality is sparsely populated, with land use split between cropping and grazing on native vegetation.

Is Callide a good place to live? +

Callide suits those comfortable with a remote rural lifestyle. Biloela, just 10 kilometres away, provides schools, shops, medical services, and community facilities. The broader Callide Valley region is attractive for those working in agriculture or the energy sector, with the Callide Dam offering nearby recreation.

What is the postcode for Callide? +

The postcode for Callide, Queensland is 4715.