Kununurra
WA 6743 • Rest of WA
About Kununurra
Kununurra is a remote tropical town in the far north-east of Western Australia, situated in the Kimberley region approximately 3,040 kilometres from Perth and 45 kilometres from the Northern Territory border. It is the largest town in Western Australia north of Broome, with a population of around 5,494 residents in the 2021 census. Established in 1961 to service the Ord River Irrigation Scheme, the town sits on the traditional lands of the Miriwoong Aboriginal people and is governed by the Shire of Wyndham-East Kimberley.
Kununurra is a well-serviced outback hub with a hospital, leisure and aquatic centre, schools, retail outlets, and regular air connections to Perth and Darwin. The town is surrounded by spectacular Kimberley scenery including waterfalls, gorges, ranges and the iconic Lake Argyle. The economy is driven by agriculture on the Ord River Irrigation Area, tourism and mining, attracting workers, adventurers and grey nomads from across Australia. The town has a strong Aboriginal cultural presence, and local galleries showcase the vibrant art traditions of the Miriwoong and neighbouring peoples.
Kununurra falls under postcode 6743 and is governed by Wyndham-East Kimberley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kimberley electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Greyhound Australia — Darwin / Broome / Perth (via highway) Darwin approx 12 hrs; Broome approx 10 hrs
Commute to Perth CBD
🛣️ Kununurra Airport has regular flights to Perth (approx 3 hrs) and Darwin (approx 1.5 hrs). Wyndham (100 km) is the nearest town. Darwin is far more accessible at 834 km away.
A remote outback town where car travel is essential. The town centre has walkable amenities for daily needs, but travel beyond town requires a vehicle or air travel.
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesKonkerberry Drive Kununurra 6743 WA
Schools
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Po Box 354
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Mangaloo Street (Cnr Coolibah Drv)
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Warmun Community Gate
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Lot 970 Coolibah Drive
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Doon Doon Stn
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Wurreranginy Community
Housing 2021 Census
268 state housing + 76 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 176
- 2. New Zealand 87
- 3. Philippines 39
- 4. India 35
- 5. France 32
- 6. Germany 31
- 7. South Africa 29
- 8. Ireland 24
- 9. Vietnam 19
- 10. Taiwan 18
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)