Grand Secret
QLD 4820 • Queensland
About Grand Secret
Grand Secret is a residential suburb situated approximately 2.1 kilometres west of Charters Towers CBD in north Queensland, about 138 kilometres southwest of Townsville. With a population of 151 at the 2021 census, it is a small outer suburb of the historic gold-rush city of Charters Towers, part of the Charters Towers Region local government area. The suburb covers a compact area of around 1 square kilometre and sits within Queensland's tropical dry savanna climate zone. It is served by the Traeger state electorate and the Kennedy federal division.
Grand Secret offers affordable residential living on the fringe of Charters Towers, one of Queensland's most historically significant cities, built on the wealth of the gold rush era of the 1870s. Residents benefit from the full range of services available in nearby Charters Towers, including schools, shops, the historic Towers Hill precinct, and the Royal Hotel. The area appeals to families and retirees seeking a relaxed lifestyle in a regional city with a strong sense of history and community. Townsville's extensive amenities are accessible via the Flinders Highway, approximately 1.5 hours' drive to the northeast.
Grand Secret falls under postcode 4820 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Traeger electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Local town bus — Charters Towers CBD ~10 min
Commute to Charters Towers CBD
🛣️ Townsville (138 km) is the nearest major city, accessible in ~1.5 hrs via Flinders Highway. No passenger rail service operates to Charters Towers.
Grand Secret is within easy walking or cycling distance of Charters Towers CBD and its shops, schools, and services. The flat terrain and short distances make walking a practical option for local trips.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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30 Dr George Ellis Drv
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55 King Street
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High Street
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15-23 Brisk Street
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97-113 Towers Street
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Hackett Terrace
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Cnr Bluff and Phillipson Roads
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Cnr Baker & Burdekin Streets
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