Guthalungra
QLD 4805 • Queensland
About Guthalungra
Guthalungra is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, located approximately 48 kilometres west-north-west of Bowen and around 1,180 kilometres north-north-west of Brisbane. Covering nearly 684 square kilometres of largely flat coastal hinterland, the locality sits between the Coral Sea coastline and the inland farming plains. With a population of just 112 residents at the 2021 Census, Guthalungra remains one of the most lightly settled localities in the Burdekin–Bowen corridor. The area is characterised by vast open grazing land, cane fields, and the dramatic backdrop of the Eungella Ranges to the west.
Life in Guthalungra revolves around agriculture, particularly beef cattle grazing and sugar cane farming, which have defined the region for generations. Residents value a quiet, self-sufficient lifestyle far removed from urban pressures, with the nearby town of Bowen providing essential services including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities. The locality's proximity to the Coral Sea coast offers access to some of North Queensland's finest fishing grounds and beaches, drawing recreational visitors. The community is tight-knit and resilient, with a strong rural identity shaped by the land and the seasons.
Guthalungra falls under postcode 4805 and is governed by Whitsunday Regional Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Burdekin electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Limited regional coach services — Bowen / Townsville Approx. 1 hr to Bowen
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Nearest regional hub is Bowen (~48 km). Townsville is 153 km north.
No footpaths or public amenities within the locality; a vehicle is essential for all daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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1-9 Argyle Park Road
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29 Kennedy Street
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39 Poole Street
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De Salis Street
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Bergl Street
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39 Tracey Street