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Canoona

QLD 4702 • Queensland

90
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
613.99 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Canoona

Canoona is a vast and sparsely populated rural locality situated in Central Queensland, approximately 35 kilometres north-northwest of Rockhampton within the Rockhampton Regional Council area. Covering an expansive 614 square kilometres, the locality is home to just 90 residents, making it one of the more remote communities in the region. The landscape is typical of Central Queensland's dry tropics — open grazing land, eucalyptus woodland, and broad horizons that stretch to the horizon. Canoona falls within the federal electorate of Flynn and the state electorate of Rockhampton.

Life in Canoona centres on cattle grazing and the self-sufficient rhythms of outback Queensland rural life. The community is small but resilient, with residents typically travelling to Rockhampton for groceries, schools, medical services, and other amenities. The area offers an authentic taste of the Queensland outback, with wide open spaces, starry night skies, and a strong sense of connection to the land. It suits those who value space, privacy, and the solitude of a remote rural setting.

Canoona 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
613.99 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
N/A (no local station)
By Car (Peak)
35-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-35 min

🛣️ Rockhampton is the nearest major centre, accessible by car via the Capricorn Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Fully car-dependent; no local services or footpaths

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
90
▲ 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 Canoona located? +

Canoona is a rural locality in Central Queensland, approximately 35 kilometres north-northwest of Rockhampton within the Rockhampton Regional Council area.

What is the population of Canoona? +

According to the 2021 Census, Canoona has a population of approximately 90 residents.

What is Canoona known for? +

Canoona is known for extensive cattle grazing properties across its vast 614 square kilometre area, typical of Central Queensland's outback pastoral landscape.

How far is Canoona from Rockhampton? +

Canoona is approximately 35 kilometres from Rockhampton CBD, roughly a 35 to 45 minute drive.