Deeral
QLD 4871 • Queensland
About Deeral
Deeral is a small rural and coastal locality in Queensland's Cairns Region, situated approximately 44 kilometres south-south-east of Cairns city. With a population of around 151 residents, the locality occupies a distinctive J-shaped boundary near the Mulgrave River and is set against the scenic backdrop of the Bellenden Ker Range. The area sits within the federal Division of Kennedy and the state electorate of Mulgrave, reflecting its regional character.
The local economy is centred on sugarcane farming, which dominates the flat coastal plains of the Cairns hinterland. Residents have access to amenities and schools in the nearby towns of Babinda (15km north) and Gordonvale. The locality is close to natural attractions including the Bellenden Ker Range National Park and the Mulgrave River, popular for fishing and kayaking. Deeral appeals to those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle within an easy drive of Cairns' services and the Great Barrier Reef.
Deeral falls under postcode 4871 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Trans North regional coach — Cairns via Bruce Highway ~45 min
Commute to Cairns CBD
🛣️ No rail service. Access via the Bruce Highway. Private vehicle is the primary transport mode for daily needs.
No walkable amenities within the locality. All services require a drive to Babinda or Gordonvale.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Nielsen Street
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Harvey Creek Road
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Cathedral Street
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Peninsula Developmental Road
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Brown Street
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69273 Bruce Highway
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Third Street
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High Street
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1141 Euluma Creek Road
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Kowanyama Street
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Lakeland
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Cnr Peninsula & Cooktown Development Roads
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Terminus Street
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Puchewoo Street
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Mena Creek Road
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3 Whitman Street
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Main Street
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Lardil Street
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Fraser Road
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Garland Street
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100 Cardier Road