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Goodar

QLD 4390 • Queensland

101
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
751.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Goodar

Goodar is a small rural locality in the Southern Downs region of Queensland, situated in the Goondiwindi Regional Council area near the NSW border, approximately 50 kilometres south of Goondiwindi. The locality spans a large land area of over 750 square kilometres of typical Darling Downs and border ranges farming country, yet has a recorded population of only around 101 people. The terrain transitions from the fertile black-soil plains near the Macintyre River valley to the drier mulga and brigalow scrub country further west.

Agriculture is the cornerstone of Goodar's identity — dryland cropping (primarily wheat, sorghum, and cotton) and beef cattle grazing are the main industries. The township of Goondiwindi, approximately 50 kilometres to the north, serves as the regional service hub for residents, offering supermarkets, schools, health services, and transport connections. The nearby Macintyre River forms part of the NSW-Queensland border and is popular for fishing and recreational use. Goodar reflects the character of the broader Queensland–NSW border region: hardworking, self-reliant, and deeply connected to the land.

Goodar falls under postcode 4390 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Southern Downs electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4390
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Southern Downs
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.23°, 150.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
751.64 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
235 km
By Train
No rail service; Goondiwindi (~50 km) has limited coach services
By Car (Peak)
3–3.5 hrs via Bruxner and Cunningham Hwys
By Car (Off-Peak)
3–3.5 hrs

🛣️ Goondiwindi is the nearest major centre (~50 km north); car is the only practical transport option

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality near the QLD–NSW border; no public transport or local services; vehicle essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
101
▲ 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 Goodar QLD? +

Goodar is a rural locality in the Goondiwindi Regional Council area in southern Queensland, approximately 50 km south of Goondiwindi near the NSW border.

What LGA is Goodar in? +

Goodar falls within the Goondiwindi Regional Council local government area in Queensland.

What is Goodar QLD known for? +

Goodar is an agricultural locality known for dryland cropping and beef cattle grazing, typical of the Queensland–NSW border region near Goondiwindi.

What is the nearest town to Goodar QLD? +

The nearest town is Goondiwindi, approximately 50 km to the north, which serves as the main regional centre providing schools, shops, medical services, and transport links.