Erakala
QLD 4740 • Queensland
About Erakala
Erakala is a semi-rural suburb on the western side of Mackay in Queensland, around 10 km from the Mackay city centre. It has grown as part of the wider Mackay region while keeping a low-density, acreage-style character in many pockets. Census data indicates a small but established community with a mix of families and working households. Its location gives residents access to Mackay jobs and services while living in a quieter fringe setting.
Lifestyle in Erakala is shaped by space, local sporting facilities and convenient road access to Mackay's retail and employment areas. Residents generally drive to schools, shopping centres and the coast, with public transport more limited than in inner suburbs. The suburb suits households seeking a balance between regional-city convenience and a semi-rural environment. Nearby Mackay provides major hospitals, airport links and broader entertainment options.
Erakala falls under postcode 4740 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Whitsunday electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Mackay Transit services (connector routes via nearby suburbs) — Mackay City Centre / Caneland area 25-40 min including transfers
- Regional coach links from Mackay — Airlie Beach / Rockhampton corridor Varies by service
Commute to Mackay CBD
🛣️ Car travel is the dominant mode; bus coverage is stronger closer to central Mackay.
Semi-rural form and spread-out destinations mean most trips are by car, with limited walkable access to daily services.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Grasstree Beach Road
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20 Nadarmi Drive
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1 Main Street
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2-12 Celeber Drive
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Nadina Street
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Cnr Holts Road and Carl Murray Drive
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63 Mansfield Drive
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13 Chelona School Access Road
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Hill End Road
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Norris Road
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1312 Bruce Highway
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Eimeo Road
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1181 Homebush Road
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Alfred Street
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Baxter Drive
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Baxter Drive
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17 Ambrose Way
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9 Quarry Street
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42 Juliet Street
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Bridge Road
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Fernleigh Avenue